Taking cues from our BP40 broadcast microphone, the rugged AT2040 dynamic microphone brings professional broadcast-quality sound and style to podcasters and other content creators at an accessibleprice. The mic's multistage windscreen combines a nonwoven filter with foam mesh to provide superior internal pop filtering, while its integrated shock mount prevents unwanted noise by attenuating vibration from a boom arm or mic stand. The highly directional pickup (hypercardioid) keeps the sound focused on your voice and helps to minimize unwanted room noise, ensuring professional-quality broadcasts. The microphone comes with a pivoting stand mount, 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter, and a soft protective pouch. Integrated Shock Mount Quiet, Professional Performance The mic features a specially designed, integrated shock mount that tames any noise, shock and vibration thatmight betransmitted through a mic stand, boom or mount. Internal Pop Filter Clean Articulation The AT2040's multistage foam mesh windscreen includes a nonwoven filter to allow close-up use without annoying pops. Highly Directional Pickup Perfect Podcasting Mic Hypercardioid polar pattern provides maximum vocal isolationfor professional-quality sound.