Detail 01
Dynamic element
No power needed and it shrugs off drops and heat. Less detailed than a condenser, and far less prone to feedback.
Product detailSKU #1273887988802
Audio-TechnicaATM410 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An $89 cardioid dynamic vocal mic for stages and rehearsal rooms. Straightforward handheld that needs no power and tolerates hard use.
Strong match
Who this is for
- First stage vocal mic for a gigging band
- Loud rooms where a condenser would pick up too much bleed
- Rehearsal spaces and PA kits where mics get moved constantly
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Studio vocal tracking where you want detail and air
- Acoustic guitar or cymbals — the response rolls off both extremes
- Quiet, breathy singers who need a more sensitive capsule
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
90Hz–16kHz frequency response
Rolls off below 90Hz, cutting stage rumble and handling thump before it ever reaches the mix.
Detail 03
Cardioid pattern
Rejects sound from behind, so a wedge can sit directly in front of the singer.
Detail 04
-55dB sensitivity
Quieter output than a condenser. You'll run the channel gain noticeably higher to reach the same level.
Detail 05
300 ohm impedance
Standard low-Z output. Works with any XLR mic input and tolerates long cable runs.
Detail 06
233g, 6.69 inches long
Compact and light for a handheld. Fits standard clips and slides into a gig-bag pocket.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01XLR cable not included; clamp, thread adapter and pouch are
- 02Phantom power isn't needed, and leaving it on does no harm
- 03Expect to add preamp gain — output is lower than a condenser's
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the ATM410 need phantom power?
No. It's a dynamic mic and generates its own signal. Phantom power on the channel won't hurt it, but it isn't required.
02Is it good for recording vocals at home?
It works, and it hides room noise better than a condenser. Expect a darker, less detailed sound and plan on more preamp gain.
03What's included?
The mic, an AT8470 clamp for 5/8-27 stands, a 5/8-27 to 3/8-16 thread adapter and a soft pouch. No cable.
04Will it feed back on a small stage?
Less than a condenser will. The cardioid pattern and the rolloff below 90Hz both help. Keep wedges behind the mic, not off to the side.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid
- Frequency Response
- 90Hz–16kHz
- Impedance
- 300 ohms
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Open Circuit Sensitivity
- -55dB (1.7 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
1 detailsConnections & power
- Output Connector
- Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
2 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 233
- Dimensions
- 170 mm (6.69 inch) long, 53.5 mm (2.11 inch) diameter
1 detailsIn the box
- Audio Technica Case Style
- T6
2 detailsOther
- Accessories Furnished
- AT8470 Quiet-Flex stand clamp for 5/8 inch-27 threaded stands; 5/8 inch-27 to 3/8 inch-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
- Element
- Dynamic
