AT2040
Audio TechnicaReleased Aug 1, 2021 · Analysis updated Feb 14, 2026
A robust dynamic microphone with plug-and-play usability, convenient mute button, integrated pop filter, and no phantom power needed. The Audio Technica AT2040 scores 81/100 based on 11 expert reviews in the external microphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Musictech, Pcgamesn, Techradar, and Musicradar.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 11 expert reviews
Pros
- Hefty build quality(4)
- Plug and play device(3)
- Great mute button(3)
- Excellent pop filter(3)
- Doesn't need phantom power(3)
Cons
- Not the reviewer's favorite sounding(2)
- Sound can be a bit artificial(2)
- Capacitive mute button(2)
- No stand included(2)
11 Expert Reviews
This is a serious podcast mic at an attractive price, designed for those going beyond simple USB plug and play, and using slightly more extensive setups that include interfaces or mixers.
A perfect podcast and streaming mic with all the controls you need built-in, plus real-time headphone monitoring and plug-and-play set-up, the Audio Technica AT2040USB is an ideal choice for those loo...
An affordable dynamic vocal mic that’s equally at home in a streaming or podcasting/VO recording setting.
It's hard to believe the price of the AT2040USB. For speech and voice applications, it's the pick of the bunch, however for more musical pursuits you might be better looking elsewhere.
The AT2040 is a dynamic, large diaphragm, end address microphone with a hypercardioid polar pattern, that comes housed in a sleek, all metal enclosure.
Audio-Technica's AT2040USB delivers professional-quality sound with excellent build quality and effective noise isolation in a plug-and-play USB format.
The Audio-Technica AT2040 Hypercardioid Dynamic Podcast Microphone is a solid first microphone that provides good value for its $99 price point.
The Audio Technica AT2040USB is a plug and play USB dynamic mic with a presence-forward sound that can be artificial, but is great for simple use if sound quality isn't a priority.
The Audio Technica AT2040 is a great microphone that maintains warmness to the voice but requires some EQ adjustments to sound cleaner.
