Another benefit is it also rejects clanking noise from the keyboard.
This microphone delivers a warmer sound overall, something that suits the way I like it.
Audio-Technica AT2040 seems like a fine mic for podcasting, streaming, and content creation.
That said, it still features a professional XLR output which means you would also need an audio interface, and that also means you will not have the ease of plug-and-play that USB microphones offer.
Keeping convenience aside, XLR output is usually preferred for quality recording and while USB microphones do manage to match that up to an extent, the former always has an edge.
As I said earlier, you get crisp and warm recording and I managed to record a guitar piece using this mic pretty comfortably.
And I do feel that even singers can also consider it, not just streamers and podcasters.
But then arises the question, is it expensive?
Priced at Rs 9,500, I would say it's not too expensive and for someone looking for well built and great-sounding mic, this just could be a good pick.
There is a slight hassle with XLR output and audio interface, but if you have a set desk, then you can figure it out quickly.