Audio Technica AT4040 SM is a professional studio recording side-address condenser microphone. Audio Technica AT4040 SM features an advanced large diaphragm, which is tensioned specifically to provide smooth, natural sonic characteristics. AT4040 SM offers a marriage of technical precision and artistic inspiration, combined with exceptionally low noise, wide dynamic range and high-SPL capability. Audio Technica AT4040 SM simply delivers ultimate versatility.
AT4040 SM is an ultra-consistent microphone that may be used with confidence in a wide variety of studio and live miking applications, even under the stringent demands of digital recording systems. The AT4040SM's low-noise circuitry is symmetrical and transformerless, resulting in exceptional transient response and clean output signals for transparent reproduction of even the most troublesome of instruments and sound effects. Supplied with the AT8449 shock mount, Audio Technica AT4040-SM features:
- Designed for professional recording and critical applications in broadcast and live sound
- Externally-polarized (DC bias) 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 for greatest versatility
Transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion and provides superior correlation of high-speed transients
- Precision-machined, nickel-plated brass, acoustic element baffle provides enhanced element stability and optimal sensitivity
- Open acoustical environment of the symmetrical housing assembly minimizes unwanted internal reflections
- State-of-the-art surface-mount electronics ensure compliance with A-T's stringent consistency and reliability standards
- Switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter and 10 dB pad
- Includes AT8449 shock mount