Audio-Technica AT2020

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Audio-Technica AT2020

Audio-Technica

AT2020

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 186943
Model: AT2020
Price: $101.20

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The AT2020 is a solid, affordable condenser mic perfect for budding podcasters, home recording enthusiasts, and vocalists needing a clean, bright sound. It’s surprisingly robust for its price point and delivers a usable signal without needing a ton of fancy gear. Just be mindful of your mic technique to avoid those pesky plosives.

Product Description

  • Audio-Technica AT2020
  • Condenser Microphone
  • 16 mm diaphragm
  • Cardioid characteristic
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20000 Hz
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: 74 dB
  • 000 Hz at 1 Pa
  • Dynamic range: 124 dB (typical)
  • 000 Hz max. SPL
  • Sensitivity: -37 dB (14.1mV) re1V at 1Pa
  • Impedance: 100 ohm
  • Max. SPL: 144 dB (1
  • 000 Hz
  • 1% THD)
  • Requires 48 V phantom power
  • Dimensions: 162 x 52 mm
  • Weight: 345 g
  • Incl. mount and pouch

*Note:* requires 48 V phantom power

PROS
  • • Clear, present sound with a slight vocal lift
  • • Durable metal body for reliable stage use
  • • Cardioid pattern minimizes room noise effectively
  • • Includes practical mounting hardware and storage pouch
CONS
  • • Can be susceptible to plosives without proper technique
  • • Somewhat limited frequency response for critical recording
  • • Lacks the detail of more premium condenser microphones
  • • Sensitivity might require gain adjustments with some interfaces

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Key Features

Mic Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 144 dB
Sensitivity -37 dB (14.1mV) re 1V at 1Pa
Connector XLR
Weight 345 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SM58 is a dynamic mic; the AT2020 is condenser. The AT2020 will be more sensitive and detailed, but requires phantom power and is less forgiving of loud stage volumes.
It can work, but its slightly hyped top-end might require EQ adjustments. A more neutral microphone would generally be preferable for truly accurate acoustic guitar capture.
Almost certainly, but your interface *must* provide 48V phantom power to operate the AT2020.

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