AT4040 or Rode NT2-A?

[Big Kenny]

I've owned the AT4040 and the Rodes NT1A, which is like the NT2 without all the polar patterns.

I prefer the AT. More vibey. Something is going on with the lows on those Rodes mics that I don't like. Sounds slightly damped. Maybe that's how they got those great S/N specs.

Interesting theory..

 

[roadwarrior]

If you're gettin' dampin out of a NT2-A on the low end I submit is ain't the mic....it's the preamp or it's impedance interraction with the pre. The NT2000 and NT2-A are virtual siblings with the exception of the variable patterns and rolloff adjustments. I would agree "if" you can find a deal on the NT2000 for only 100 bucks more than a NT2-A I'd jump on the NT2000.....makes perfect sense. IMHO a NT2000 trumps just about any Audio Technica model out there.......