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Key Features
- For Voice, Instruments, Drums, and Cabs
- Cardioid Pattern Lessens Room Noise
- Switchable -10 dB Pad Hinders Distortion
- Low-Cut Filter Limits Bass Buildup
Boasting a large-diaphragm true condenser capsule, transformerless circuitry, and specially designed physical elements all working together to deliver clean, clear, and smooth sonic performance far outside its price class, the Audio-Technica AT4040 presents itself as a capable microphone for instrument and vocal capture in the studio, at home, or on stage. The large-diaphragm condenser capsule incorporates a cardioid polar pattern for minimal feedback and off-axis noise, a welcome trait when tracking in untreated rooms. Plus, the supplied custom shockmount helps keep extraneous handling and foot noise down.
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Is a preamp required to plug this mic into the ...
Is a preamp required to plug this mic into the mic input of a soundboard supplying 48 volts phantom power?
Any microphone input would have a preamp by default. Without a preamp, the input would only accept line signals. Any mixer that supplies 48V phantom power will be compatible with the Audio-Technica AT4040 Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone.
Date published: 2025-01-01
Would this be a good mic for recording a pipe ...
Would this be a good mic for recording a pipe organ in a church sanctuary? If not this mic, can anyone suggest a better one?
Yes, the Audio-Technica AT4040 Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone can be used to record a pipe organ.
Date published: 2024-12-29
Specs say it needs 48 volts of phantom power. ...
Specs say it needs 48 volts of phantom power. What does phantom power mean and what do I need to connect it to a PC computer?
Phantom power refers to the specific voltage a condenser microphone such as the Audio-Technica AT4040 Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone requires from its XLR input connection for proper use and operation. To use the AT4040 with a PC, a USB audio interface offering phantom power from an XLR input connection is required. The Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2x2 USB Audio Interface (BH #FOSCARSOLO3G) is an example of an interface that could be used in the scenario described: https://bhpho.to/3gmNonm
Date published: 2023-06-25
I presume that this was not designed for use with ...
I presume that this was not designed for use with a Mac, but if purchased, what additional product would be needed to have the ability to input the sound from this combo into a computer?
An audio interface, such as the Solid State Logic SSL 2+ Desktop 2x4 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface, BH #SOSSL2P would compliment this kit, by providing a high quality, analog to digital transfer into an Apple computer.
Date published: 2021-04-05