The Audio Technica Hypercardioid Dynamic Podcast Microphone AT2040 Black is a professional microphone designed for podcasting. It features a hypercardioid polar pattern, which helps to minimize background noise and focus on the speaker's voice. The microphone comes with a mounting clamp, a threaded adapter, and a pouch for easy storage and transport. It has a durable construction and a sleek black design. The microphone is wired and connects via XLR.