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Audio-Technica AT2020 USB Condenser USB Microphone | | Brand: Audio-Technica
Category: Musical Instruments
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New (57) Refurbished (1) from $85.95
Seller: Streamline Audio Video
Rating:  82 reviews
Sales Rank: 16
Media: Electronics
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Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6.8
Dimensions (in): 9.8 x 9.5 x 2.8
The new AT2020 USB offers studio-quality articulation and intelligibility. It plugs right into your computer's USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favorite recording software. Equipped with a USB digital output, the AT2020USB is perfect for home studio recording, field recording, podcasting, and voiceover use. The AT2020 USB is based on the design of Audio-Technica's critically acclaimed AT2020 cardioid condenser microphone. Like the AT2020, it features a low-mass diaphragm, custom-engi
Warranty: 1 Year
MPN: AT2020USB
Model: AUD AT2020USB
UPC: 496131010085
EAN: 0823951029896
Release Date: July 16, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Side-address studio condenser with USB digital output (Windows and Mac compatible) | | • | Crystal-clear, natural sound for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, and voiceover use | | • | 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 | | • | Low self-noise - perfectly suited for sophisticated digital recording equipment |
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Product Description
The Audio-Technica AT2020 USB Microphone offers studio-quality articulation and intelligibility.The AT2020 USB plugs right into your computer's USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favorite recording software. Equipped with a USB digital output, the AT2020 USB is perfect for home studio recording, field recording, podcasting, and voiceover use.Based on the renowned AT2020The AT2020 USB is based on the design of Audio-Technica's critically acclaimed AT2020 cardioid condenser microphone. Like the AT2020, it features a low-mass diaphragm, custom-engineered for extended frequency response and superior transient response.With low self-noise, the AT2020 USB is perfectly suited for sophisticated digital recording equipment. Audio-Technica's state-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensure that the microphone complies with the company's renowned consistency and reliability standards.Experience AT2020 USB. Plug it in and transform your sound.Audio-Technica AT2020 USB FeaturesSide-address studio condenser with USB digital output (Windows and Mac compatible)Crystal-clear, natural sound for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, and voiceover useCustom-engineered low-mass diaphragm provides extended frequency response and superior transient responseCardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound sourceLow self-noise - perfectly suited for sophisticated digital recording equipmentIncludes tripod desk stand, pivoting stand mount, USB cable & storage pouch
Amazon.com Product Description
The new AT2020 USB offers studio-quality articulation and intelligibility with modern convenience. It plugs right into your computer's USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favorite recording software. Equipped with a USB digital output, the AT2020 USB is perfect for home studio recording, field recording, podcasting, and voiceover use.  Studio-quality articulation and intelligibility with modern convenience. Click to enlarge. |  Great for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, and voiceover use. |  View frequency response/polar pattern. Click to enlarge. | Based on the Renowned AT2020
The AT2020 USB is a side-address studio condenser based on the design of Audio-Technica's critically acclaimed AT2020 cardioid condenser microphone, which can be found in studios worldwide. Like the AT2020, it features a low-mass diaphragm, custom-engineered for extended frequency response and superior transient response. The Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source. Digital-Ready
With low self-noise, the AT2020 USB is perfectly suited for sophisticated digital recording equipment. Audio-Technica's state-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensure that the microphone complies with the company's renowned consistency and reliability standards. This means you'll get crystal-clear, natural sound for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, and voiceover use. AT2020 USB Specs
- Element: Fixed-charge back plate permanently polarized condenser
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 20 -16,000 Hz
- Bit Depth: 16 bit
- Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz
- Power Requirements: USB power (5V DC)
- Weight (less accessories) 13.2 oz (374 g)
- Dimensions: 6.38" (162.0 mm) long, 2.05" (52.0 mm) maximum body diameter
- Output Connector: USB-type connector
Audio-Technica 20 Series--Affordable Pro Audio Microphone Solutions
Audio-Technica's stringent consistency, reliability and quality standards bring professional performance to this extremely affordable line of home/project studio microphones. What's in the Box
AT2020 USB microphone, tripod desk stand, pivoting stand mount, USB cable & storage pouch
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 Great Microphone September 6, 2010
Happy Customer
Microphone is great. Sound makes your voice sound better than in real life. This microphone is excellent and easy to use. This microphone is professional quality and installs to your USB hum.
Great Podcasting Mic September 3, 2010
Ed Shull (Laguna Niguel, CA United States)
I was looking for a professional quality microphone for podcasting, but didn't want to spend too much. After doing a fair amount of research, I came across the AT2020 USB. I had originally planned on going with a mic and separate preamp. But after doing some test recordings with this mic it's clear that I won't need to do that. I put this together with the pop filter and shockmount recommended on Amazon, and put it all on a nice stand. It sounds great, and looks really impressive, especially for the little I paid for it.
So far the sound has been more than acceptable. I even used the mic with a pair of headphones to make calls on Skype. According to everyone I have spoken to, I sound much better than when I call from a landline. The mic also plugged in nicely to my Mac and was easy to use with Garageband.
If you're looking for a mic for podcasting, trust me, this is the best you're going to find without paying 5x as much.
Great price, great quality. September 3, 2010
Jeremy (Spokane, WA)
I purchased this microphone on Amazon about a month ago. I've used it in two projects already, voice-work for flash cartoons. It's got a closeness sound, with its large condenser. It is sensitive when in range. It can pick up moisture in your mouth, whispers, and it's very directional, sounds coming behind it aren't picked up, like a PC fan, or other minimal noises. I use it with Goldwave, a really old program that records input, and I adjust the level with Windows built-in recording levels. I see a nice flat line on the WAV file, when no intentional sounds are made. It's very convenient with the USB connection. The USB cord is fairly long to reach the computer from multiple set-ups. At roughly $100, it's well worth it. My set-up also includes a desktop mic stand, pop filter, and Samson spider mount, that are recommended at the "frequently bought" section. If you also get the Samson spider mount, look for small cushioned adhesives, like on cabinet doors, because there is a small gap that could cause the mic to rattle the base of the mount in an unstable environment. I refer to BrickSh0t7's youtube channel on this issue.
 Not good for recording rap music, otherwise excellent August 24, 2010
Christopher C. Leonard
I'm not sure how to feel about this microphone to be honest. I've owned it since February 2010 and I've literally recorded an entire rap album's worth of material with it. I have somewhat of a muddy voice and delivery and the mic cuts out when I record sometimes. It's difficult to get the correct levels when working with this mic but when it's on, it's on. I've had some songs that sound great as far as clarity and volume and others that sound like it's clipping and my voice doesn't sound clear. I have a great pop filter which did help and channels the air downward away from the mic, but not totally. You get great vocals when just speaking into it and not recording over an instrumental, and I've done impersonations that sound great as well. For a better example, check out my songs on youtube under Chrisdiggidy. Best examples of clear vocals are the song My Baby and Underground Railroad, others like The Message and We Ain't Goin Nowhere are good examples of my worst experiences with this mic. Great mic for the price though.
Pretty good mic! August 22, 2010
This microphone is great! I really like to sing, and I wanted to find a microphone that is good quality and that could plug into your computer/laptop. This microphone is good quality, but I wouldn't say it is as good as a studio mic. It is really good quality for the price though. I definitely reccomend this product.
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