The black Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone is designed to bring sonic performance distilled from the company's reputable studio condensers to the realm of home recording for podcasters, musicians, and content creators. The capsule features a low-mass, side-address diaphragm with a cardioid polar pattern for rejecting ambience and noise behind the mic, a welcome trait when tracking in untreated rooms. It comes with a pivoting stand mount for straightforward attachment to your existing mic stand.

The AT2020's extended, linear frequency response enables the flexibility to accurately reproduce signals from a wide variety of sources such as vocals, speech, and instruments. High SPL handling and wide dynamic range allow the AT2020 to capture loud signals with minimal noise and distortion. Since the AT2020 is a solid-state condenser with an XLR output, it should be mated to an XLR-equipped mic preamp capable of sending 48V phantom power.

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The black Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone is designed to bring sonic performance distilled from the company's reputable studio condensers to the realm of home recording for podcasters, musicians, and content creators. The capsule features a low-mass, side-address diaphragm with a cardioid polar pattern for rejecting ambience and noise behind the mic, a welcome trait when tracking in untreated rooms. It comes with a pivoting stand mount for straightforward attachment to your existing mic stand.

The AT2020's extended, linear frequency response enables the flexibility to accurately reproduce signals from a wide variety of sources such as vocals, speech, and instruments. High SPL handling and wide dynamic range allow the AT2020 to capture loud signals with minimal noise and distortion. Since the AT2020 is a solid-state condenser with an XLR output, it should be mated to an XLR-equipped mic preamp capable of sending 48V phantom power.

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Designed for home/project studio applications, this side-address cardioid condenser mic is engineered for extended frequency response and enhanced transient response. With its studio-quality articulation and intelligibility, the AT2020 is ideal for musicians, streamers, podcasters, and other content creators.

The AT2020's cardioid polar pattern primarily picks up sound in front of the mic while being far less sensitive to sound behind the mic, allowing it to capture your voice or instrument with reduced background noise.

Along with its rugged construction and high-performance specifications, the AT2020 provides reliability, high SPL handling, and wide dynamic range. It comes with a space-saving stand mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands, an adapter for 3/8"-16 threaded stands, and a protective pouch.

• Custom-engineered 0.6" low-mass diaphragm
• Extended frequency response and superior transient response
• High SPL handling and wide dynamic range provide great versatility
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of the desired sound source
• Stand mount allows placement in tight spots
• Operates on 48 VDC phantom power from a range of devices such as portable mixers, desktop audio interfaces, or external mic preamps
• Balanced XLR 3-pin output connector

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. can anyone tell me how to attach the pop filter to this mic stand in a way that the whole thing doesn't tip over AND the filter is in the appropriate place in front of the mic? I can't seem to figure out it. Thanks.

A: Yes, it's a bit of a struggle with lightweight boom stands. What I did was attach the pop filter to the mic stand and then shorten the boom enough to be able to place the pop filter in front (All I needed was to have the mic off the table). If that's not possible, I suggest sandbagging the mic stand so that you can safely extend the boom with the pop filter attached to it.

Q: 2. Does this plug right into the computer for recording?

A: The AT2020 plugs into the Q802USB via XLR cables. You can then plug the Q802USB directly into your PC via USB for recording. Just make sure your computer's input is set for the Q802USB mixer.

Q: 3. Will this microphone plug directly in my Phone 8 and functions easily with the Apple app "Audio Memos" ?

A: This AT2020USBi mic does include a lightning cable in the box, and will work with iPhone X models. It should work for voice memos, as well as any other app that accepts audio input.

Q: 4. would this work usb to xbox?

A: This microphone would not be compatible with the XBox.

Q: 5. Will this microphone work with Adobe Premiere Elements 12 for Mac?

A: I don't own a Mac.

Q: 6. Will this phone

A: This microphone cannot make phone calls.

Q: 7. Is this an XLR mic? and is it a mic only? what else comes with it?

A: It is an XLR microphone: In the Box Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone Stand Mount for 5/8"- 27 Threaded Stands 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 Threaded Adapter Protective Pouch Limited 1-Year Warranty Not in the Box Essential XLR Cables (Not Included)

Q: 8. I need just the microphone boom for this kit. How can i purchase two seprately?

A: While we do not sell that specific broadcast arm separately, here is a similar alternative BH #ONMBS5000.

Q: 9. Does this record soundfiles in mp3? Wav? Or Aiiff?

A: The format the microphone records in depends on which recording/editing software you are using. Say for example, you are using Audacity. When you are finished recording, you can export in a number of formats including but not limited to .mp3 and .wav

Q: 10. this mic (AT2020) vs Samson C01, which one is better?

A: The Samson C01 is a good value microphone at a great price, but the AT2020 is a superior microphone; no coincidence it is a top seller here at B&H.