Audio-Technica AT2020 - Cardioid Condenser Recording Microphone
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The Audio-Technica AT2020 is a cost effective studio condenser microphone intended for vocal and general instrument capturing in project and professional studio environments. The capsule features a 16mm low-mass, side-address diaphragm with a cardioid polar pattern. The cardioid pattern is effective in rejecting ambiance and noise at the off-axis sections of the microphone capsule. A linear frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz enables the flexibility to accurately reproduce signals from any source. High SPL handling and wide dynamic range allow the AT2020 to capture loud signals with minimal noise and distortion. The microphone includes a pivoting, threaded stand mount for accurate positioning.
- Cardioid Condenser Element
- The 16mm low-mass diaphragm features a cardioid polar pattern. The cardioid pattern effectively minimizes ambient room noise, noise from adjacent instruments or vocalists and minimizes feed-back caused by monitors.
- Wide Frequency Response
- The wide frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz allows accurate signal reproduction from any source.
- Wide Dynamic Range & Transient Response
- The AT2020 boasts a wide dynamic range of 124dB (typical). The capsule reproduces loud signals and transients with minimal noise and peak distortion.
| Transducer | Fixed-charge back plate permanently polarized condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20kHz |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 124dB, 1 kHz @ Max SPL |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 74dB, 1kHz @ 1 Pa |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 144dB SPL, 1kHz @ Max SPL |
| Power Requirements | 48V DC, 2 mA typical |
| Output Impedance | 100 ohms |
| Output Connectors | 3-pin XLR male |
| Pad | No |
| Low Frequency Roll-Off | No |
| Dimensions | 6.38" x 2.05" (162 x 52mm) (Length x Diameter) |
| Weight | 12.1 oz (345 g) |
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Ratings Distribution
97%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good audio (32)
- Easy to use (31)
- Versatile (21)
- Lightweight (12)
- Compact (11)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home studio (32)
- Amateur recording (22)
- Professional recording (15)
- Performances (6)
- Pro audio / DJ / mixing (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (21), Professional musician (8), Novice (7)
Most Liked Positive Review
a fine mic, an excellent value
This is a very good, very cost-effective mic for voice-overs. Nothing gets that big, rich, round, commercial sound like a large diaphragm condenser. Not only do my VO's sound great but clients ...Read complete review
This is a very good, very cost-effective mic for voice-overs. Nothing gets that big, rich, round, commercial sound like a large diaphragm condenser. Not only do my VO's sound great but clients are always impressed that I have this professional-looking mic. You might look at the AT2035 which has some great features and includes the shock mount but you can't beat this for the price.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Decent mic under 100 $
Being amateur i should have been impressed by the sound of this mic..but the quietness i was expecting probably starts from 200 $ and above mics..I liked it more for my Acoustic ...Read complete review
Being amateur i should have been impressed by the sound of this mic..but the quietness i was expecting probably starts from 200 $ and above mics..I liked it more for my Acoustic Guitar than Vocals...
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Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
This is a great mic! use it for my personal recording studio and it does the job wonderfully!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
Great mic very nice quality.. Would be a better purchase if you bought the same mic with the usb cord to hook up to the computer.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Thick
- Versatile
Cons
- NONE YET
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
Nice and thick in the middle where most male singers will like. Maybe a little heavy on the lows, but 3 places in my chain have hi pass filters, so WE ARE GOOD. Not quite as heavy as some other reviewers made it out to be, but still seems to be tough. Mine will be mostly studio use, so I don't have much live show feedback for you.
Good mic, and at B&H the price is definitely right!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Mobile DJ
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
First off B&H experience top notch. I got this mic for a simple starter home studio and I'm loving it, price was great and it performs like expected. My only complaint is that the protective foam for shipping should fit into the carrying pouch for added protection during transit. Just my opinion though.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
For the price of this microphone, which was a considerably better price at B&H, this is a surprisingly heavy duty condensor mic that I'm finding very useful for overheads for mic'ing drums so far. Great buy!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- Underpriced
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
I use this mic for home studio recording. Never have I ever bought a product that is underpriced! Great style, quality, with the perfect sound. No static, fuzz, or unwanted frequencies.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
I use this mic for voiceover work, interviews and other spoken word applications. It delivers a clean, transparent sound. A lot of bang for the buck, and the price at B&H was far cheaper than I found anywhere else. Definitely recommended.
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Not very Quiet
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
Being amateur i should have been impressed by the sound of this mic..but the quietness i was expecting probably starts from 200 $ and above mics..I liked it more for my Acoustic Guitar than Vocals...
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
Good range, sturdy construction. However, the shock mount for this mic is $60 - higher in cost than some other brands'. Great Budget microphone, but you better use a Pop Filter.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
I'm hard-pressed to think of another condenser mic that offers equal or better quality for the price. It's just simply a steal. It's sturdy, but not too heavy, making it a good choice for drum overheads. The flat response picks up all pieces of the kit without being harsh. On vocals it's solid, but for a few dollars more you will find a better & more open large diaphragm mic (AKG Perception 220, for example). For home use, just get a modest preamp & it will benefit you greatly with the AT2020 (e.g., the ART TubeMP). I dig.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- Breaks Easily
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Mobile DJ
- Performances
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
Good Quality mic to do some projects on the run. I use it for Live Streaming and works very good!
Pros
- Clear Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
I love the quality of this mic!!
Pros
- Clear Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
I am using the microphone to record my voice for work and private uses. I tested it against the Shure Headset WH20 and the Sennheiser e835. The ears told me that the AT2020 is the better mic. I did a "Reveal" analysis in Peak Pro 6 (shows the gain response vs. frequency). The AT2020 showed a wider frequency range response than either the Shure or the Sennheiser mics.
Before, I hated to hear my recorded voice. Now I can easily listen to it, even though I don't have the "Radio Voice".
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
A great deal for the money, [...]
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
I use this microphone for home recording. This really gets the job done with it's excellent sound quality and ease of use.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
This condenser is a great value for female vocals, even running through a "cheap" focusrite saffire pre it does a great job at representing the facts. Do some research, and you will see that it has stood up to much more expensive mics in shootouts. Note that by nature side address condensers do not reject off axis noise well, so if you are using it in an untreated environment you might consider a reflection filter. Also plosives will most likely be a problem, so a pop filter is a must.
Overall, I would recommend this to anyone.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
"Used in a home studio to make crystal clear recordings. If you need a mic, buy this one!"
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Performances
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
I was weary about this microphone because of the low price. I was amazed at the clarity and range this mic has. For less than $70 you can't go wrong!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
Excellent microphone for vocals, strings, guitar, percussion. Far surpasses expectations at this price point. I liked this microphone so much, I purchased a second soon after.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Tough
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Instruments
- Mobile DJ
- Performances
Comments about Audio-Technica AT2020 - Condenser Microphone:
This mic was surprisingly warm and articulate, It captures my acoustic guitar and vocals in my home studio , with results that approach a pro studio. Do Not let the low price fool you . Full 20-20 freq. response. great for instruments vocals or podcasts. I'm getting another to do ambient room tracks, during band rehearsal.
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What's in the Box
- Pivoting Stand Mount 5/8" - 27 threaded
- Soft Protective Pouch
- 1 Year Warranty
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