Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Manufacturer: Audio-Technica
- Perfect for high-quality recording, broadcasting, streaming and more
- Custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm provides incredible sound
- Capture some of the loudest sound sources without distortion
- Includes a unique swivel mount for quick and precise positioning
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£89.00
With the AT2020, Audio-Technica offers an affordable large-diaphragm condenser microphone that packs a punch. Audio-Technica's microphone is the most affordable large-diaphragm microphone, which is not to say that any corners have been cut. It is a pleasant-sounding microphone for ambitious beginners and advanced users alike, ideal for making professional-sounding vocal recordings. But other applications are also possible. The Audio-Technica AT2020 comes with a mount to attach it to a microphone stand and a high-quality leatherette case to protect it from bumps, scratches, and exposure to the elements during transport and storage.
Brilliant sound
The Audio-Technica AT2020 exhibits a fairly linear mapping of frequencies in its frequency spectrum from 20Hz to 20kHz, i.e. the entire audible range. There is only a slight boost in the frequency range between 5kHz and 10kHz, but this may be intentional, as it can emphasize the brightness of a vocal recording, for example. The AT2020's polar pattern is a non-adjustable cardioid, which is sufficient for the vast majority of applications. A/B and ORTF stereophony are therefore quite feasible with two AT2020s, which also makes it a conceivable choice as an overhead microphone.
No (home) studio should be without a good large-diaphragm condenser microphone, as it is the top choice for recording vocals and acoustic instruments. The proximity effect adds a flattering touch to vocals, but the AT2020 is also a great microphone for guitar amps. The Audio-Technica AT2020 also performs very well on piano and acoustic guitar. Only close-up miking on the drums should be done with caution, as the AT2020 does not have a pad circuit, but the maximum SPL is 144dB, so there should be no problems.