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Audio Technica AT2020USB Condenser USB Microphone | 
 enlarge | Brand: Audio-Technica
Category: Musical Instruments
List Price: $249.00
Buy New: $80.00
You Save: $169.00 (68%)
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Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 80
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6.8
Dimensions (in): 9.8 x 9.5 x 2.8
The new AT2020 USB offers studio-quality articulation and intelligibility. It plugs right into your computer's USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favorite recording software. Equipped with a USB digital output, the AT2020USB is perfect for home studio recording, field recording, podcasting, and voiceover use. 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-engi
Warranty: 1 Year
MPN: AT2020USB
Model: AUD AT2020USB
UPC: 411378076250
EAN: 0496131010085
ASIN: B001AS6OYC
Release Date: July 16, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-3 weeks
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| Features:
| • | Side-address studio condenser with USB digital output (Windows and Mac compatible) | | • | Crystal-clear, natural sound for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, and voiceover use | | • | Custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm provides extended frequency response and superior transient response | | • | Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source | | • | Low self-noise perfectly suited for sophisticated digital recording equipment |
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Product Description
The AT2020 USB offers studio-quality articulation and intelligibility. It plugs right into your computer's USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favorite recording software. Equipped with a USB digital output, the AT2020USB is perfect for home studio recording, field recording, podcasting, and voiceover use. 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 AT2020USB is perfectly suited for sophisticated digital recording equipment. Audio-Technica's state-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensure that the microphone complies with the company's renowned consistency and reliability standards. Low self-noise - perfectly suited for sophisticated digital recording equipment
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| Customer Reviews:
 Audio Technica AT2020USB November 17, 2008
I've had this condenser microphone for about a month now and it has suited my purposes very well. I needed something to record podcasts with and do some voiceover work as well. I do my recording with Audacity, and the microphone was imediately recognized and easily installed as my primary microphone for Audacity. It is a very sensitive mic, and I had to build a small "porta-booth" ([...])to reduce the echo in the room where I record, but was able to get good clear recording after that. I recomend using a pop filter with this microphone to help reduce "S" & "P" sybillance. All in all, a very good microphone for the price.
 SnapSing - works great for on line singing November 9, 2008
I was looking for a better quality Mic but not willing to pay a high price to sing on the Internet. This was a low price and high quality solution. Nothing to load and I was singing right out of the box.
It does pick up noise around me since this is a condenser mic but, that just means you pick a quiet place to record.. LOL
video editor September 11, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I was looking for the pre Amp for my microphone to do do voice over video and found this USB microphone from Audio technica. So I did not have to buy the preamp . Just plug it to the USB port then you go. It was very easy to use and noise floor very quiet, it does not record the fan noise from your computer or the background noise in the recording room, very happy with the purchase.
Great Mic July 28, 2008
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
My review is not going to be too useful, but hopefully it will influence the mic's overall rating.
Pros:
- Great signal range!
Seems to capture everything I've thrown at it, including deep lows from vehicles and crisp highs from breaking glass. (Used for sound production)
- Decent noise floor...
Could be better, I ended up switching to the non-USB version and a mixer.
- Nice blue LED light...
It adds some character to the mic in the dark, although looks are not everything.
- Plug and play! No driver installation required. (Tested on XPSP3)
Cons:
Included stand picks up vibrations; I have replaced it with a better one after breaking it. It was an accident, I swear!
UPDATE (12/2/08):
Although this is a very convenient way to capture high quality audio, for a more serious solution, I would recommend going for the non-USB version with a mixer or mic preamp for better quality.
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