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Technical Details
- Ccardioid condenser with USB digital output (Mac & Windows compatible)
- Ideal for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording & voiceover use
- Custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm provides extended frequency response & superior transient response
- USB powered, connects directly to computer's USB input
- Tripod desk stand with folding legs offers secure & easily portable tabletop base
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Product Description
Product Description
The new AT2020 USB offers studio-quality articulation and intelligibility. It plugs right into your computer's USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favourite recording software. Equipped with a USB digital output, the AT2020 is perfect for home studio recording, field recording and voiceover use.
Based on the renowned AT2020. 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-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-Technic's state-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensures that the microphone complies with the company's renowned consistency and reliability standards.
Product Description
Element fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser Polar pattern cardioid Frequency response 20-16,000 Hz Output connector USB-type Accessories pivoting stand mount for 5/8-27 threaded stands; 5/8-27 to 3/8-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch; tripod desk stand; 10' (3.1 m) USB cable Weight 0.82lbs (374 g) Dimensions 6.38 (162.0 mm) long, 2.05 (52.0 mm) maximum body diameter
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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What can I say - the Audio quality is absolutely top notch for narration and vocals.
I purchased this to to use as a mic to sing on and it doesn't disappoint regarding quality as long as you ensure you buy a good stand and shock-mount/pop filter it's up there with studio quality microphones of a much higher price.
What is unbelievable is the latency between what you sing or say and when you hear it.
When i sing i need to be able to hear myself in pretty much real time - and this usb version has problems delivering a good live feed of what's going into it via it's only USB output.
I downloaded "ASIO for all v 2.10" and noted minor improvements - I also changed my sound-card for a top level model,but sadly still at least a 250-300 ms delay exists with this usb version on live monitoring.
If anyone has found a fix for this please let me know!
It's this delay that can make you sing at the wrong time,hearing what you are doing at the wrong time when trying to stay in time and key is impossible to focus and so irritating!
If there are ever updates to reduce this latency issue this would be my new best friend,and if you are recording sources that do not require live monitoring it likely will be
So for now I remain disappointed because I cannot use this microphone as a studio microphone is required to be used.
Extremely low noise very good frequency response -the AT2020USB is better suited for someone who might want to record narration without monitoring.
I wish Audio Technica had published the details of the latency issue as i would have purchased a microphone with a live output.
Im going to have to go down the route of XLR and phantom powered microphones now to get What i bought this microphone to do,so not good considering the financial outlay.
Five stars for the audio quality - minus two stars for the latency.
I purchased this to to use as a mic to sing on and it doesn't disappoint regarding quality as long as you ensure you buy a good stand and shock-mount/pop filter it's up there with studio quality microphones of a much higher price.
What is unbelievable is the latency between what you sing or say and when you hear it.
When i sing i need to be able to hear myself in pretty much real time - and this usb version has problems delivering a good live feed of what's going into it via it's only USB output.
I downloaded "ASIO for all v 2.10" and noted minor improvements - I also changed my sound-card for a top level model,but sadly still at least a 250-300 ms delay exists with this usb version on live monitoring.
If anyone has found a fix for this please let me know!
It's this delay that can make you sing at the wrong time,hearing what you are doing at the wrong time when trying to stay in time and key is impossible to focus and so irritating!
If there are ever updates to reduce this latency issue this would be my new best friend,and if you are recording sources that do not require live monitoring it likely will be
So for now I remain disappointed because I cannot use this microphone as a studio microphone is required to be used.
Extremely low noise very good frequency response -the AT2020USB is better suited for someone who might want to record narration without monitoring.
I wish Audio Technica had published the details of the latency issue as i would have purchased a microphone with a live output.
Im going to have to go down the route of XLR and phantom powered microphones now to get What i bought this microphone to do,so not good considering the financial outlay.
Five stars for the audio quality - minus two stars for the latency.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
After recording two podcasts, I upgraded my basic logitech microphone to the Audio Technica AT2020. The sound quality is pretty amazing, especially for podcasting.
To compare the quality, you could listen to episode 1 of [...] (technical podcast), then compare it to episode 6. I think you will agree that it's significantly clearer now.
My initial sound test did not produce the desired results, but, then I realised I had it facing round the wrong way... that might sound silly, but, the USB connector is in the front, not the back, and when it faces 'the wrong way', the microphone points at you - like you think it might need to.
Turning it around (with the blue led light illuminated internally showing towards you), the sound became very clear and had nice depth.
A tip for recording though, make sure your computer is as far away from the microphone as possible, because fan noise can be a problem, or noise travelling through your desk. I learned to put the microphone on a spongy mouse-mat to reduce any vibration noise and to keep the cable off the desk too.
A great purchase, my only negative point is that it would have made more sense for the USB cable to be at the back.
Rob
BitBanter (technical podcast)
To compare the quality, you could listen to episode 1 of [...] (technical podcast), then compare it to episode 6. I think you will agree that it's significantly clearer now.
My initial sound test did not produce the desired results, but, then I realised I had it facing round the wrong way... that might sound silly, but, the USB connector is in the front, not the back, and when it faces 'the wrong way', the microphone points at you - like you think it might need to.
Turning it around (with the blue led light illuminated internally showing towards you), the sound became very clear and had nice depth.
A tip for recording though, make sure your computer is as far away from the microphone as possible, because fan noise can be a problem, or noise travelling through your desk. I learned to put the microphone on a spongy mouse-mat to reduce any vibration noise and to keep the cable off the desk too.
A great purchase, my only negative point is that it would have made more sense for the USB cable to be at the back.
Rob
BitBanter (technical podcast)
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Great self powered mic, designed to produce rich crisp sound off USB. Been very good. Are mcs on the market with XLR and USB together though. Still, very happy with this.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Little Gem.
This here is truly one of those hidden gem type products that you just don't really get to appreciate unless you have one for yourself. Read more
Published 26 days ago by Dad
PLEASE READ
I thought i would write this review to tell u that this is no doubt a brilliant microphone but if i were u i would go for the none usb mic. Read more
Published 3 months ago by RalphyT
Worth It's Weight In Gold
I must admit I was a bit weary of buying a USB Mic, especially as I wanted this for Vocal use, and to record my Guitar. I spent 2 weeks searching out reviews for a good Mic. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Lee Lucas
Perfect for our requirements
I needed this in order to produce voice-overs for a number of video presentations that are being posted on a global corporate website (training)
Not only is the product solid,... Read more
Not only is the product solid,... Read more
Published 5 months ago by S. Byfield
Excellent buy
A boss of a microphone, nuff said. Worked straight away, excellent quality, couldn't be happier. Having had problems with buying recording equipment in the past with compatibility... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Sethacute
Recommended to me by a Pro
I was talking with a friend of a friend, who's an professional voice over artist. He's one of these guys who you instantly recognise his voice and your not sure from where. Read more
Published 13 months ago by A. McBride
Picks up everything
I am recording in two ways - video presentations and audio recordings
I originally bought a USB mic from maplins (£39) and it seemed good when very close but not great... Read more
I originally bought a USB mic from maplins (£39) and it seemed good when very close but not great... Read more
Published 17 months ago by R. K. Hall
Brilliant - Simply Brilliant
What more can I say.
I love it.
Great styling, easy set-up, lovely sound.
Would I buy one again and would I recommend it.
Yes! I already did!
I love it.
Great styling, easy set-up, lovely sound.
Would I buy one again and would I recommend it.
Yes! I already did!
Published 19 months ago by Martin Koss
Best ever
I am so happy with the AT2020 USB.
If you do podcasting, videos for youtube, home movies or anythink like that.
Then This USB Mic is GREAT. Read more
If you do podcasting, videos for youtube, home movies or anythink like that.
Then This USB Mic is GREAT. Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2010 by Wayne Lewis
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