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Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Studio XLR Microphone, Ideal for Project/Home Studio Applications,Black

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Style: AT2020


Pattern Name: Microphone


Color: Black


Features

  • The price/performance standard in side address studio condenser microphone technology
  • Ideal for project/home studio applications; The noise level is 20 dB SPL
  • High SPL handling and wide dynamic range provide unmatched versatility
  • Custom engineered low mass diaphragm provides extended frequency response and superior transient response
  • Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source. Output connector: integral 3 pin XLRM type

Description

Audio-Technica’s stringent quality and consistency standards set the AT2020 apart from other mics in its class. Its low-mass diaphragm is custom- engineered for extended frequency response and superior transient response. With rugged construction for durable performance, the microphone offers a wide dynamic range and handles high SPLs with ease. The AT2020: the new standard for affordable side-address studio condensers.Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 74 dB.

Recommended Uses For Product: Streaming, Singing


Brand: Audio-Technica


Model Name: Audio Technica


Connectivity Technology: Wired


Connector Type: XLR


Special Feature: The Audio Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone is ideal for project/home studio applications, provides high SPL handling, wide dynamic range and extended frequency response, and is the price/performance standard in side-address studio condenser microphone technology. See more


Compatible Devices: Any Recording Programs, Audio Interface


Color: Black


Included Components: microphone


Polar Pattern: Unidirectional


Audio Sensitivity: 37 dB


Impedance: 200 Ohm


Microphone Form Factor: Small Diaphragm


Item dimensions L x W x H: 9.6 x 9.6 x 2.6 inches


Power Source: Corded Electric


Material: Metal


Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 74 dB


Hardware Platform: PC


Number of Channels: 1


Noise Level: 20 dB


Global Trade Identification Number: 48


Manufacturer: Audio-Technica


Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 9.6 x 2.6 inches


Item Weight: 0.634 ounces


Item model number: AT2020


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: June 12, 2007


Department: Musical Instruments


Language: English


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    • Good Microphone
Style: AT2020 Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
From the start I knew I would likes this mic. I watched tons of reviews and it was quite impressive. Quality is clear, I understand this mic isn’t as expensive as those other ones but it performs well and I like it.
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2024 by Joshua McLane
    • Awesome bang for buck.
Style: AT2020 Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
This microphone was an excellent upgrade from the previous one I was using. Prior to this one I was using a maono caster cardoid microphone. The audio quality on this one is pristine requiring me to use no voice effects from my rodecaster duo to reach a quality sound. The microphone itself has a heavy feel with metal construction. It's done a great job at performing for all the tasks I've used it for whether it be for dm'ing my dnd games or recording my voice for games. I should note this is not a great product for plug and play gaming purposes. It requires an xlr connection and 48v phantom power. If you want something more plug and play accessible try getting the usb version of this mic. Overall though 10/10 would recommend it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2024 by Dakota Courtney
    • Great mic
Style: AT2020 Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
Love this mic it works great and is exactly what I was looking for
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2024 by Clinton coffia
    • Great condenser mic for the price!
Style: AT2020 Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
I'm an Amateur Radio operator, and I'm using this mic for the purpose of ESSB voice communication. I've used Audio Technica mics for some time now and I've always been impressed with how their mics seem to compare favorably with mics well above their price. The AT2020 is no exception. First off the build quality is excellent. It feels like a mic which will last. It captures my voice in a very natural way, with a slight bit of a bass roll off to prevent muddiness. Keep in mind that being a condenser mic it has a bit more sensitivity than a dynamic, and will pick up a bit more ambient sound, but that's the case with any condenser. And you will definitely need a pop filter, otherwise plosives will be noticeable. Not a deal breaker either, as there are many relatively inexpensive pop filters available, and it's something you'll probably want to add to any condenser mic anyway. It's a great mic for beginning vocalists, or people who want to start podcasting or streaming and don't want to break the bank. And you just might find that it's all the mic you'll ever need. I think it's well worth the price. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2022 by Vincent C
    • Good budget microphone for beginners and amateurs!
Style: AT2020 Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
I will have two reviews on here, the "Basic Review For Beginners" and the "Audiophile Review." I will also have a section after the basic review that talks about the required equipment you need/should buy/obtain and hopefully already have (unlikely) to properly utilize the microphone. -Basic Review For Beginners- The AT2020 (XLR) Cardioid Condenser Microphones is perfect for beginners and newbies! The AT2020 is a good starter microphone but perhaps not the best, but it will still give you your money's worth, not to mention Audio Technica is an internationally trusted brand. For the use by beginners, amateurs, and 'some' semi-professionals (not really recommended for that last category) who are looking for a budget microphone for use in making music, podcasting, and voicovers it is a good condenser microphone. Also, if you get this, it's a sensitive piece of technology. Be careful with it and do your research, trust me. -Equipment Information- You will need/have to buy additional equipment to use this. Now this is not the company trying to screw you over (except not providing you with an XLR cable, that's just rude). Buying any XLR Microphone requires that you buy equipment to go with it so it can properly function. You are entering the peripheral of the world of professional recording, congratulations, it's expensive. The equipment needed is as follows, assuming you have a computer, you better have a computer... 1. Three-Pin XLR to XLR balanced cable. This is usually the standard (most common) XLR cable used and found. One end will plug into your mic and the other must plug into our next item... 2. USB Audio Interface and/or dedicated mic preamp MUST HAVE 48V PHANTOM POWER FOR MIC TO OPERATE. The XLR plugs into this and then the interface plugs into your computer via USB. Most interfaces already have 48V switchable phantom power so don't let this disuade you from purchasing this mic. I recommend doing a little research on interfaces before making a final purchase. 3. Mic Stand - You need somewhere to put your mic, period. Make sure you get a stand with the right size grooves or whatever that term is. Recommended/You Really Should Buy This Equipment: (If you're using this mic and you want the best possible sound and/or you're doing it semiprofessionally, I highly recommend buying the following) 1. Pop Filter/Windscreen - This prevents something called "plosives" from distorting or peaking your audio, it makes it sound better. Certain consonants seem to be picked up by the mic very easily and create an uneven listening experience so pop filters can almost completely fix this. Almost any different brand pop filter would do, they're very generic, common, and inexpensive. When I mention pop filter, in that I also mean windscreen. They do the same thing with the tiniest of already minor differences. I've seen these things referred to as pop filter, windscreen, recording shield, sound absorbing foam cover, foam mic cover, acoustic filter, pop screen, pop shield, mic screen. Any of those and/or any combination of any of those words and you've found it. They all do the same thing with very minor differences. If you really wanna know the specifics, google. 2. Headphones - I would get studio headphones for mixing because most headphones have enhancement features that change the sound while studio headphones provide an accurate representation of the sound, being designed to have a flat frequency response. The headphones I use are Beyerdynamic DT 770 Studio 80 Ohm which is the exact same as the DT 770 Pro 80 Ohm except the Studio says "Studio" on the side instead of "Pro." I wanted to feel special, leave me alone. Also, the Audio Technica ATH-M40x are really good. Now! For those of you curious about how the AT2020 compares in the ears of an audiophile, listen up... -Audiophile Review- • Condenser microphones by nature are more sensitive, but on the spectrum of condenser microphones the AT2020 is on the less sensitive end. • It can handle loud sounds without distorting. • The self noise (the noise the microphone makes by simply operating) is a little too loud in my opinion. It's 20 dB(A) which is on the louder side of professional condenser mics. Most are around 15-19 dB(A) I would say and that's pretty good. For some reason that one extra dba kills me. But I'm an audiophile and I notice things like that. • This isn't an audio thing but it's durable and that's nice. Now don't go throwing it against a wall or intentionally dropping it for that will most likely break it. • Only use it in a studio and/or controlled and/or low noise environment. It's not meant to be a stage microphone meaning not live performances. This isn't a critique but a tidbit of information. • It's quite sensitive to handling noise, so try not to touch it while recording. Buy a shock mount to reduce noise from the floor! • Please god soundtreat and soundproof your rooms, there is a difference. • It struggles with plosives and you could move the mic further away to combat this, but you would need the mic closer to combat the high self noise but that would make plosives worse, so this is paradoxical... Pop filter I guess but even then pop filter only reduces the plosives so much. Don't get me wrong, pop filters can get rid of (my personal guesstimate based on experience being) around 80-85% which is good. • Mic struggles with sibilant sounds but that's a little complicated for me to explain so... Google. • Has very midrange audio specs so you do you. OVERALL: Not bad... If you're willing to shell out a little more money for something better because you want to go professional, and you're 100% sure, then go ahead. But if you're unsure and this is you dipping your toe in the water, go ahead and buy the AT2020. It's pretty good for a beginner mic. Just please don't buy USB mics, those make me sad. Self noise is my biggest personal complaint. Plosives really aren't that bad though there are others that say different, I disagree, just get a pop filter. Pop filters or windscreens should just be mandatory requirements for owning a mic. Also, it's interesting how they don't provide you with an XLR cable, it's kind of just a common courtesy, one they don't extend. Overall, not bad. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2023 by Botik
    • Solid, Reliable, Great Sound
Style: AT2020 Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
I'd use the AT2020 before purchasing my own so I knew what I was getting already. I use this for voiceover recordings and ADR for videos I produce. I've also used it for live performances on choirs, pianos, guitars, and more. It's a solid mic, and if you set the rest of your equipment properly, you can do a lot with this mic. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2024 by MBennett

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