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

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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
  • Black speckles on the mic is the finish of the item. Audio technica case style: R7
  • Hand Orientation: Right Handed

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: Singing, Streaming


Brand: Audio-Technica


Model Name: AT2020


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: What's in the box Audio-Technica AT2020 Side-Address Cardioid Condenser Microph


Polar Pattern: Cardioid


Audio Sensitivity: 37 Decibels


Item Weight: 0.6 Kilograms


Impedance: 200 Ohm


Microphone Form Factor: Microphone Only


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


Power Source: Corded Electric


Number of Batteries: 1 Unknown batteries required.


Material: Metal


Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 74 dB


Hardware Platform: PC


Number of Channels: 1


Frequency Response: 20 Hz


Global Trade Identification Number: 48


Manufacturer: Audio-Technica U.S


Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 9.6 x 2.6 inches


Item Weight: 1.32 pounds


Item model number: AT2020


Batteries: 1 Unknown batteries required.


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: June 12, 2007


Department: Musical Instruments


Language: English


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    • WOW! AMAZING for the price
Style: AT2020USB+ Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
I have to say I am SHOCKED at how good the quality is for the price on this microphone. Background : I don't work in "the business" or anything. I am a bit of an audiophile (I know good sound when I hear it), but am admittedly NO expert on these things. At one point in my life, I was an on-air voice, and my father was life-long on air. I know a fair amount about audio quality. That said, I never made it my career as my dad did. And so I know more than the average person, but FAR less than the experts. I do have a high-end Neumann, but as I don't have day-to-day need of these things, that requires a bit more preparation to use. I wanted something a little easier to deal with. I have to say I was VERY PLEASANTLY impressed with this microphone and without need of any additional amplifier. Included shock mount isn't super robust, but also not cheap plastic or anything. Definitely serviceable. It does the job nicely. I do not have a "quiet room" ... just my office with a laundry room not that far down the hall. For my test, the microphone did pick up some background from the laundry room, but that was as expected, and to be honest, FAR better than it could have been for a condenser. Overall sound quality was buttery. I'm not that great explaining tonal profiles. I'll leave that to someone that knows those things. But my baritone voice came very cleanly. Microphone picks up nice bass notes, if you have a higher pitched voice, you may want to see someone's review that more aligns with yours. No real setup required on my Windows 11 PC. Plugged it in, went to sound settings and set "Microphone 2020" as the active profile to use, and boom it worked. I did have to bump up the input volume on my PC, it defaults to 50% which was ludicrously low leveling. Excellent product. I LOVE THIS THING. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2024 by RC Kobb
    • Great Sounding Great Quality.
Style: AT2020 Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
Really nice sound, lows, mids, highs are crisp, great build quality, heavy duty. Full metal case. very good noise rejection off axis, great value for money.
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2025 by MJS
    • BEST MIC FOR THE PRICE!!!!! GET IT!!!
Style: AT2020 Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
IM SO SORRY BUT THIS IS MY NEW FAVORITE MIC EVER UNLESS I UPGRADE because this mic is so POWERFUL and I mean this mic could pick up the sounds of ants talking. I've never been exposed to such a powerful mic. Yes like they said YOU GOTTA TURN YOUR GAIN UP but once you get that to the level you want THERE IS NOTHING THIS MIC WONT PICK UP. I could leave this mic laying in the livingroom and still hear everything its picking up from the bedroom even if a bug walked across the bed this mic is sure to pick up that frequency. I've used this mic to PROFESSIONALLY RECORD MY OWN MUSIC and the way it makes me sound is so great its pleasing to my ears and CRYSTAL CLEAR. I love the power of this mic and I highly recommend it and will be purchasing another to have as a BACK UP. Just make sure when you are using it to turn on your PHANTOM POWER. This mic requires 48V or what most know as PHANTOM POWER to work correctly as stated. So other then that this is a great product and if you dont get it your missing out. I think everyone doing something professionally should have at least this mic. ENJOY ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2025 by Stanley Pleasant
    • Old Reliable
Style: AT2020USB+ Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
Condenser mics are usually super sensitive which can sometimes cause lots of problems when you go cheap. The AT2020 and the rest of the line swerve this issue by just being less sensitive than usual. This makes them good all-rounders that are less prone to background and room noise while still retaining the detail and clarity that condenser mics are known for. Any model of AT2020 is plenty of mic for amateur podcasts, youtubing, broadcasting, streaming, homebrew voiceover work, home recording etc etc. For any professional recording work that feeds your family, especially singing, you probably are looking at other/better mics to begin with. Though this mic IS intended for vocals and should be quite decent for singing if it's set up right. There's nothing wrong with it, but it's basically intended for amateur/beginner usage. As for the USB+ version it's intended to fill a pretty specific niche. For anyone looking at a Blue Snowball/Yeti, Various Generic Mics, Gaming Mics, etc, this is a great alternative from a very trusted audio-centric brand. I already use a few different mics for my amateur studio stuff but I needed something that would interface with my main PC directly for gaming, video calls, some minor recording stuff, etc. USB is limited to what you are able to do with your PC. If you understand the limitations and you know what you want to do, there's nothing wrong with the USB version of this mic. However if you are trying to do anything more serious you probably want the analog XLR version and a separate external interface. A few tips to get this sucker working at its best. 1) GET A MIC BOOM. These mics capture best from the side(or direct front if you will, as opposed to the end) and suspended as opposed to standing on a solid surface. So a full boom mount that lets you suspend and position the mic properly will make a big difference. 2) FOR THE LOVE OF ALL THINGS AUDIO GET A SHOCKMOUNT. Even though these are on the less sensitive end of condenser mics they're still very prone to vibration, floor noise, etc. Microphonics if you will, haha. Even a very cheap cage-style shockmount will negate a LOT of this. Things like vibrating hard drives, footsteps, and movement noises will carry through to this mic. The more suspended and disconnected it is from the room the better. 3) GET A POP FILTER. Any sort of pop filter will make an immense difference with these mics due to their sensitivity. I prefer the foam stretch-cover styled ones because they have a very slight noise cancelling effect, preventing far away noises from picking up so clearly. Most importantly though pop filters prevent plosives. 4) DO SOME ROOM TREATMENT. It doesn't need to be much. Just a couple cheap 12 packs of foam panels will do 99% of the job. There is no magic "one-size-fits-all" trick for acoustic panels. In my computer room I treated the wall immediately behind me and the wall immediately in front of me behind my speakers. It prevents a lot of room reflections outright and will likely also improve your speakers if you are a music person. Overall this is a cheap but capable mic that can be used for a lot with enough prep. It is definitely not a toy mic and is the real deal. A lot of currently HUGE professional artists got their start with an AT2020. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2023 by Jeffery Jelinski
    • Great microphone, check for dents before keeping.
Style: AT2020 Pattern Name: Microphone Color: Black
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Absolutely love this microphone, the weight of it is super easy to hold. Easy to set up and great for recording. The clarity that I got from this microphone is unlike any other and I appreciate that the size is not overwhelming. Given four stars because the first microphone that was sent to me had a dent in the wire mesh around it. See photo for dent. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2025 by DakotaReviews DakotaReviews

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