The Audio-Technica AT4041 is a high quality cardioid studio condenser microphone with an extended frequency response for smooth recording, alongside a small rise in the high-frequency region. The robust design of the AT4041 is precision milled resulting in less diaphragm break-up distortion and reduced frequency response peaks. Ideal uses include drum overheads, acoustic guitar, piano, horns and snare. A transformer-less circuit design offers an excellent transient response, generating virtually no distortion of low frequencies. The AT4041 is compliant with Audio-Technica's strict quality standards.