Audio-Technica AT2040USB

Audio-Technica AT2040USB – USB Dynamic Mic with Broadcast-Quality Performance

Designed for podcasters, streamers, and content creators, the AT2040USB combines the broadcast-grade sound of the AT2040 with seamless USB plug-and-play functionality. With onboard controls, a built-in shock mount, and high-resolution audio capture, it’s professional audio made effortless.

Key Features

• Hypercardioid dynamic capsule: Laser-focused voice capture with exceptional ambient noise rejection
• Built-in shock mount & pop filter: Suppresses handling noise and unwanted plosives
• Touch mute with LED ring: Mute instantly and quietly—blue when active, red when muted
• Built-in headphone jack with mix & volume control: Zero-latency monitoring and adjustable mic-to-system blend
• Switchable low-cut filter: Clean noise-free recordings by cutting rumble at 80 Hz
• High-resolution USB output: Record in 16- or 24-bit up to 96 kHz with no interface needed

Customer Benefits

Your voice stays crisp and clear—free from distracting noise and fuss. Monitor in real time, stay in control with mute and mix dials, and plug directly into any device. The AT2040USB simplifies setup without compromising studio-grade audio.

Quick Specs

• Type / Polar pattern: Dynamic / Hypercardioid
• Frequency response: 80 Hz–16 kHz
• Low-cut filter: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
• A/D conversion: 16- or 24-bit, up to 96 kHz
• Headphone output: 3.5 mm jack, 77 mW @ 32 Ω, with mix & volume controls
• Mute: Capacitive touch with two-stage LED ring indicator
• Body & build: Rugged metal construction with integrated shock mount and pop filter
• Weight: ≈600 g
• Dimensions: Ø52 mm × 145 mm

What’s in the Box

• Audio-Technica AT2040USB microphone
• AT8487 mounting clamp
• 5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 threaded adapter
• USB-C to USB-A cable (approx. 2 m)
• USB-A to USB-C adapter

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Simple USB setup with professional broadcast features onboard
• Excellent isolation and voice clarity thanks to hypercardioid pattern and filters
• All-in-one design with monitoring and mute control eliminates extra gear

⚠️ Cons:

• No bundled stand or arm—additional mounting hardware is needed
• Less sensitive than condensers—may require strong proximity for softer voices

The Audio-Technica AT2040USB is a rugged, creator-friendly microphone offering broadcast-quality sound, fail-safe controls, and intuitive USB connectivity.