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The Audio-Technica AT4040 Condenser Microphone is designed for pro recording. It features an externally polarized true condenser designed with a technically advanced large diaphragm tensioned specifically to provide smooth, natural sonic characteristics. Cardioid pattern. Exceptional low noise, wide dynamic range, and high-SPL capability give it studio versatility. Transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion. Switchable 80Hz hi-pass filter and 10dB pad. Includes shockmount. Requires phantom power.

Audio-Technica AT4040 Large-Diaphragm Studio Condenser Mic Features:

Externally polarized true condenser design
Technically advanced large diaphragm tensioned specifically to provide smooth, natural sonic characteristics
Exceptionally low noise, wide dynamic range, and high SPL capability give it studio versatility
Transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion
Switchable 80Hz hi-pass filter
10dB pad
Cardioid pattern
Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
48V phantom power

Audio-Technica AT4040 Large-Diaphragm Studio Condenser Mic Specifications:

ELEMENT Externally-polarized (DC bias) condenser
POLAR PATTERN Cardioid
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20-20,000 Hz
LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY -32 dB (25.1 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
IMPEDANCE 100 ohms
MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL 145 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.;
155 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
NOISE 12 dB SPL
DYNAMIC RANGE (typical) 133 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO 82 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS 48V DC, 4.2 mA typical
SWITCHES Flat, roll-off;
10 dB pad (nominal)
WEIGHT 12.7 oz (360 g)
DIMENSIONS 6.69" (170.0 mm) long,
2.10" (53.4 mm) maximum body diameter
OUTPUT CONNECTOR Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
ACCESSORIES FURNISHED AT8449 shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; microphone dust cover; protective carrying case
AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE R1