Audio-Technica Introduces AT2040 Hypercardioid Dynamic Microphone

Audio-Technica launched its new AT2040 Hypercardioid Dynamic Podcast Microphone. The new microphone takes inspiration from Audio-Technica’s acclaimed BP40 Large-Diaphragm Dynamic Broadcast Microphone, and focuses on delivering the right features for vocal reproduction at an affordable price point, aiming at podcasters and content creators in general. The rugged AT2040 uses it's own dynamic hypercardioid capsule to minimize room noise, and features an internal shock mount and pop filter.

Reacting to the exploding demand for microphone that can be used at home for web meetings, podcasting, voiceovers, or general home studio use, PreSonus is the latest company to announce a new entry in the USB microphone category. The new PreSonus Revelator microphone makes it easy to get polished, professional-sounding results with selectable polar patterns, preset configurations and loopback audio. Better still, it's an affordable option that looks like a big, expensive studio microphone that offers that delivers the desired "Radio Sound."

DPA Microphones introduced the latest addition to its microphone lineup, the 4097 CORE Micro Shotgun Microphone. Featuring the same sonic qualities as the brand’s supercardioid Choir Microphone, the 4097 CORE Micro Shotgun has been optimized to pick up speech from a distance. Incorporated into the company’s new 4097 CORE Interview Kit, the mic has been designed for use with a lightweight boom and windjammer. This kit is particularly useful for journalists in today’s socially distanced world as it allows users to conduct interviews from up to two meters (6.5 feet) away. It is a plug and play solution that allows users to get started quickly and employ their existing workflows.

JLab Audio is now getting into the USB-microphone space. With three stunning USB-C designs, the new JLab Talk line of microphones is ideal for everything from streaming and web-based calls, to podcasting and eventually professional-level recording. The company was clearly thinking ahead and created the Talk Series with plug & play compatibility, 24-bit output, 3.5mm headphone jack for zero latency monitoring, quick-mute button, 5/8" mount foldable stands, and on-mic controls.

Pioneers in designing and bringing to market USB microphones, Blue now expanded its scope to include a complete mobile recording package integrated into a USB microphone. The Raspberry Studio combines a compact cardioid condenser USB microphone with a built-in 24-bit audio interface, custom recording software from PreSonus, and advanced mastering software from iZotope. A beautiful design and a nice recording solution from Blue.

The new BP40 large-diaphragm dynamic vocal microphone from Audio-Technica delivers clear and articulate vocal reproduction with rich, natural condenser-like sound for on-air broadcast, overdubs, podcasting and more. The hypercardioid BP40 provides isolation of the desired sound source, and maximum off-axis rejection.