The AT5040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone by Audio-Technica is designed as a vocal microphone and features a smooth top end with controlled sibilance. It also offers fast transient response, making it suitable for acoustic instruments, such as piano, guitar, strings, and saxophone. The microphone employs a four-part rectangular element to provide purity of sound. Each of the four parts function together and provide a surface area twice the size of a standard 1.0" circular diaphragm. There is an advanced internal shockmounting system, effectively decoupling the capsule from the housing for vibration-free performance. The microphone includes a shockmount for additional isolation. The AT5040 is hand assembled and inspected for quality control and is enclosed in an aluminum and brass housing for durability.

Designed for Vocals    Smooth High-Frequency Response    Excellent for all Acoustic Instruments    Four-Part Rectangular Element    Cardioid Polar Pattern    Advanced Internal Shockmount    Low-Noise Performance

Musical high-fidelity performance with realism, depth, presence, and purity of sound

Four rectangular diaphragms function together as a large element, providing a combined surface area twice the size of a standard 1.0" circular diaphragm

Low noise and wide dynamic range suitable for studio vocals

Discrete components for optimized capsule performance

High-SPL capability and extended frequency response

Hand assembled and inspected for quality control

Advanced internal shock mounting decouples the capsule from the microphone body

Durable aluminum and brass housing

Included custom AT8480 shockmount provides superior isolation

Hard-shell carrying case with die-cut foam compartments for protection during storage and transport

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How much power does this microphone consume in 1 hour ? I am going to plug this into my camcorder and plan to record a video for 1 hour with only the battery supplying the power to both devices. My camcorder (Sony HDR CX455) can provide the power to the microphone as the specs says so.Thus, I need to know the answer the question above so that I can use a good battery with high capacity.Thanks.

A: The mic uses very little power, but always use the highest capacity battery you can.

Q: 2. Is the furry windshield the same as a dead cat?

A: In my opinion yes. Synthetic fur. But more like a dead mouse in size.

Q: 3. Friends, Is this compatible with Canon 60D?

A: Yes. The Canon 60D provides plug-in power so it is compatible.

Q: 4. Will this work with the panasonic gh3 and will it use much of my camera's battery?

A: I have used with the Panasonic GH4. I'm sure it will work the same on the GH3. I does draw power from the camera, but not enough to be worth mentioning.

Q: 5. Is this better than build in mic in RX 10 IV?

A: Yes

Q: 6. Will this microphone work with the Blackmagic Pocket 4k Cinema Camera?

A: Yes, fully compatible.

Q: 7. Will it work with my iPad mini gen1 ? Is the sc7 cable mandatory to connect it to my iPad?

A: Yes Only with SC7 Cable.

Q: 8. Will the Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone work with the FujiFilm x100v?

A: The Fujifilm X100V will work with any battery powered microphone. I am not seeing anything in the Fujifilm X100V manual, nor any forums on the X100V that confirm if it is compatible with microphones that require mic plugin power like the Rode Videomicro.

Q: 9. Since you can only use it for Analog Audio in every other model - whats the difference? Will the Audio Quality still be as good as the digital audio?

A: thank you for your question. This microphone has digital processing to change the way the microphone picks up audio and connects with a Multi Interface shoe. You will have great sound quality without the hassle of cables to extra components.

Q: 10. Does it have an analog line out?

A: Yes, the Sony ECM-B1M Camera-Mount Digital Shotgun Microphone for Sony Cameras does have analog output for compatibility with a wide range of cameras.