Audio Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Mic – Nearly New

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Audio Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Mic - Nearly New
The Audio Technica AT2020 is more than just a microphone. It is an adaptable and powerful tool for engineers, musicians, streamers, and more. With a custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm, it delivers crystal clear audio with an ultra-wide and linear frequency response for outstanding sound quality.

The AT2020 is perfect for loud sound sources as well, capable of handling up to 144dB maximum SPL. This makes it ideal for capturing acoustic and electric instrumentation, as well as vocals, with tremendous results and no distortion. The microphone comes with a unique pivoting threaded stand mount, allowing for easy microphone placement. An included adapter allows you to use the mount with almost all microphone stands, and a protective soft carry pouch provides hassle-free transportation and storage.

The AT2020 features a versatile cardioid polar pattern, which is perfect for a wide range of applications. With more sensitivity at the front of the microphone and significantly less at the sides and rear, the cardioid pattern reduces the capture of ambient noise and unwanted sound sources. This makes it ideal for live performances, studio recording, spoken-word vocals, instrumentation, and more. It minimizes bleed from other sources, capturing only what you want to be heard.

The AT2020 is loved and adored by recording studios, live and pro-sound engineers, streamers, artists, broadcasters, and more. Its phenomenal reputation across various industries has made it a permanent fixture in the hands of countless professionals and hobbyists. Its cardioid polar pattern provides excellent isolation for clear and intelligible sound, while the custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm delivers a wide and linear frequency response. It is ideal for capturing crisp and clear audio with high SPL handling capabilities.

Operating noise can be a hindrance to recording systems, but the AT2020 eliminates this problem. Its ultra-low operating noise ensures the best quality sonic performance, regardless of what you intend to capture. It seamlessly blends into any setup, sophisticated or straightforward, without unwanted interference.

The AT2020 also offers quick, easy, and precise positioning with its unique pivoting threaded stand mount. This design allows you to achieve the perfect position in the acoustic sweet spot of your environment. The mount securely attaches to your stand with its 5/8-27 threading, and the included adapter allows you to use stands with a 3/8-16 thread. After recording, simply store the microphone and mount in the included protective pouch for hassle-free transportation.

Reviews for the AT2020 praise its sound quality and versatility. It delivers super audio and is ideal for those serious about audio quality. It is a low-cost, versatile microphone that produces balanced and clean recordings. It excels at blocking out background noise, even without room treatment.

The AT2020 comes with a range of features, including a high-performance side-address studio condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. It is top of its class for price/performance standards and is perfectly suited for use in home/project studios. Its low-impedance balanced output ensures long-term reliability and performance.

Specifications for the AT2020 include a fixed-charge back plate permanently polarized condenser microphone element, a cardioid polar pattern, a frequency response of 20Hz – 20kHz, and an open circuit sensitivity of -37dB (14.1mV) re 1V at 1Pa. It has a maximum input sound level of 144dB SPL 1kHz at 1 percent THD, a noise level of 20dB SPL, and a dynamic range of typical 124dB 1kHz at maximum SPL. It requires 48V DC 2mA typical phantom power and has an integral 3-pin male XLR output connector. The microphone dimensions are 162mm length and 52mm maximum body diameter, with a weight of 345g.


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