The Audio-Technica AT2040 USB is a dynamic broadcast microphone designed for podcasters, streamers, gamers, and content creators who want professional sound with simple plug-and-play USB connectivity. Combining the rich, natural audio performance of the AT2040 with USB functionality, it delivers powerful low-end response and clear, detailed vocals ideal for livestreaming, YouTube content, and online chats. Its hypercardioid pickup pattern provides focused voice capture while minimizing ambient noise such as keyboard clicks or computer fan hum, making it especially effective in home studio environments.

Built with a durable metal body, the AT2040 USB features an integrated shock mount and multistage foam mesh windscreen to reduce vibration, handling noise, and plosive sounds. It includes a built-in headphone jack with high-output amplifier for real-time monitoring, along with mix control to balance microphone and prerecorded audio. A silent touch-sensitive mute button and two-state LED indicator (blue for active, red for muted) ensure quick and clear operation. With a high-resolution 24-bit/96 kHz AD converter, switchable low-cut filter, USB Type-C output, included USB-C to USB-A cable and adapter, and mounting clamp, the AT2040 USB provides a complete, reliable solution for high-quality content creation.