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Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone, With Built-In Headphone Jack & Volume Control, Perfect for Content Creators (Black)
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Recommended Uses For Product | Streaming, Singing |
Brand | Audio-Technica |
Model Name | AT2020USB+ |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Connector Type | USB |
Special Feature | Mix Control; Headphone Volume Control |
Compatible Devices | Headphone |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Microphone |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
About this item
- Condenser microphone with USB output for digital recording
- High quality A/D converter with 16 bit, 44.1/48 kilohertz sampling rate for superb audio
- Headphone jack with volume control allows you to monitor the microphone signal with no delay
- Mix control allows you to blend your microphone signal and prerecorded audio
- High output, the internal headphone amplifier delivers superior clarity and musical detail as well as more volume overall
- Compatible with Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000 and Mac OS X
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Sound quality | 4.6 | 4.9 | — | 4.5 | 4.8 | 5.0 |
For gaming | 4.4 | 4.9 | — | 4.5 | 4.7 | — |
Camera quality | 4.0 | 4.5 | — | 5.0 | — | — |
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power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | USB | USB | XLR | USB |
connector type | USB | USB | USB Type-C | USB | XLR | USB |
model number | AT2020USB PLUS | AT2020USBX | AT2020USBX-001 | 700100 | AT2020 | AT2040USB |
audio sensitivity | 10 decibels | 30 decibels | 30 decibels | 125 decibels | 120 decibels | — |
signal-to-noise ratio | 74 decibels | 80 decibels | 80 decibels | 25 decibels | 37 decibels | — |
polar pattern | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional |
weight | 0.39 kilograms | 371 grams | — | 1628 grams | 0.34 grams | 0.6 kilograms |
From the manufacturer
Cardioid Pattern
Condenser
Zero Latency Monitoring
USB Output
Overview
AT2020USB+
Equipped with a USB output, the AT2020USB+ is designed for digitally capturing music or any acoustic audio source using your favorite recording software. Perfect for singer/songwriters, podcasters, voice-over artists, field recorders, and home studio recorders.
FEATURES
- Condenser microphone with USB output for digital recording
- High quality A/D converter with 16 bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate for superb audio
- Headphone jack with volume control allows you to monitor the microphone signal with no delay
- Mix control allows you to blend your microphone signal and pre-recorded audio
- High-output internal headphone amplifier delivers superior clarity and musical detail as well as more volume overall
- Smooth, extended frequency response ideally suited for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording and voiceover use
- AT2020USB+ (dark gray model) Accessories Included: 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
Home Studio
Acclaimed Sound
This microphone offers the renowned sound of the AT2020, this USB mic brings professional audio to your home studio with studio-quality articulation and intelligibility.
Professional Build Quality
State-of-the-Art Design
Built to provide the consistent, reliable performance you expect from Audio-Technica.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
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AT8458a Microphone Shock Mount
Attenuates noise, shock and vibration transmitted through mic stands, booms and mounts. Compatible with 3/8"-16 and 5/8"-27 threaded stands.
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AT8175 Microphone Pop Filter
The custom-designed AT8175 microphone pop filter clips onto the front of the mic to provide added protection against plosives. Designed to fit 20 Series vocal microphones.
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AT8700 Adjustable Microphone Boom Arm
Attach your favorite microphone to this professional-quality boom arm to add versatility to your setup and free up space. Includes four USB cable clips, four XLR cable clips, and a table clamp.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 6.4 x 2 x 2 inches |
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Item Weight | 13.6 ounces |
ASIN | B00B5ZX9FM |
Item model number | AT2020USB PLUS |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #137 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #5 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 17, 2013 |
Manufacturer | Audio-Technica |
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Product Description
Equipped with a USB output, the AT2020USB+ is designed for digitally capturing music or any acoustic audio source using your favorite recording software. The microphone offers the critically acclaimed, award-winning sound of the AT2020, with studio-quality articulation and intelligibility perfect for singer/songwriters, podcasters, voice-over artists, field recorders, and home studio recorders. The AT2020USB+ features a built-in headphone jack with volume control that allows you to directly monitor your microphone signal with no delay. It also offers mix control that blends microphone and pre-recorded audio. The microphone’s cardioid pickup pattern delivers excellent off-axis rejection, while its A/D converter with a 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate ensures extremely articulate sound reproduction. 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.
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Customers like the performance, value, appearance, sound quality and clarity of the sound and recording equipment. For example, they mention it works well, it's good value for money and the stand is quite nice. That said, they say it makes Zoom calls sound much better and that the waveform is extremely clear.
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Customers like the sound quality of the microphone. They say it has great audio in a much smaller footprint, and is great for monitoring. It also has a full-frequency reproduction of the voice, and can prevent speaking too loudly. Customers also say it's less prone to background and room noise, and has sensitivity enough to pick up their voice loud and clear.
"...Overall sound quality was buttery. I'm not that great explaining tonal profiles. I'll leave that to someone that knows those things...." Read more
"...This makes them good all-rounders that are less prone to background and room noise while still retaining the detail and clarity that condenser mics..." Read more
"...It does great for audio recordings and calls, being sensitive enough to pick up my voice loud and clear, but not so sensitive that I have to worry..." Read more
"...but from I can tell this mic works great and it’s certainly better audio quality than my headphones with a mic already attached...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the microphone. They mention that it sounds great, has great recording properties, and is plenty of mic for amateur podcasts, youtubing, broadcasting, streaming, and audio recordings. The high quality microphone is at a reasonable price, and works great with Audacity. The depth of voice quality is exceptional, and it's the best USB condenser mic for the price point.
"...But my baritone voice came very cleanly. Microphone picks up nice bass notes, if you have a higher pitched voice, you may want to see someone's..." Read more
"...The AT2020USB+ is great for closeup voice-overs or specialized recordings due to its cardioid pattern audio capture pattern and off-axis rejection..." Read more
"...Any model of AT2020 is plenty of mic for amateur podcasts, youtubing, broadcasting, streaming, homebrew voiceover work, home recording etc etc...." Read more
"...I didn't have to spend hours adjusting anything. It does great for audio recordings and calls, being sensitive enough to pick up my voice loud and..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the microphone. They say it has a solid build, and is excellent for general recordings. Customers also mention that it has minimal sibilance and is good value for money.
"I have to say I am SHOCKED at how good the quality is for the price on this microphone. Background : I don't work in "the business" or anything...." Read more
"...The Zoom is excellent for general recordings in a lecture or concert as it has an adjustable audio capture spread of either 90 or 120 degrees, and..." Read more
"...This mic is amazing...like NPR podcast quality. Worth the money." Read more
"...With minimal adjustments in Audacity . . . boom! Rich sound, minimal sibilance. Bye, Blue. Won't miss you. As far as USB mics go, this is great." Read more
Customers like the performance of the sound and recording equipment. For example, they say it works well, it starts working seamlessly, and it works perfectly in Windows 10. The build quality is rock solid, and the mic is very sensitive. It even works with Linux out of the box, with no special configuration or software needed. Some mention that it works with iPad and iPhone with just a usb to lightning adapter.
"...This makes them good all-rounders that are less prone to background and room noise while still retaining the detail and clarity that condenser mics..." Read more
"...Even works with Linux out of the box with no special configuration or software needed" Read more
"...Works perfectly in Windows 10.Build quality is rock solid. Very sturdy. The stand could be better...." Read more
"...This USB mic works well with both Audacity and Reaper audio software in Windows 10." Read more
Customers find the microphone easy to use and set up. They say it's adaptable with most boom arms and easy to plug and play. Customers also say it is convenient and easy for beginners to use for recording vocals. They mention that it has a great price point and no interface is needed.
"...No real setup required on my Windows 11 PC...." Read more
"...Audacity for mac and the (paid for) NCH Wavepad, and find Wavepad simple to use and easy to record and process the audio...." Read more
"...I'm so glad I did! It's truly plug and play. I didn't have to spend hours adjusting anything...." Read more
"...Still its a great microphone and easy to use" Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the microphone. They say it is an amazing microphone for the price, with good quality for cost. Customers also mention that the inexpensive pop filter is useful. Overall, customers are happy with the purchase and recommend it to others.
"...All in all--I am very pleased with this product--a great buy, reliable seller." Read more
"...Overall this is a cheap but capable mic that can be used for a lot with enough prep. It is definitely not a toy mic and is the real deal...." Read more
"...This mic is amazing...like NPR podcast quality. Worth the money." Read more
"...So, DEF worth the money." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the microphone. They mention that it is simple to set up and produces amazing clarity. The waveform is clear, retaining the detail and clarity that condenser mics are known for. Customers also say that their recordings are now crystal clear and sound very professional.
"...are less prone to background and room noise while still retaining the detail and clarity that condenser mics are known for...." Read more
"...The clarity on this mic is extremely clear and for a USB mic that doesn't need an interface, that's one of the greatest things about it...." Read more
"This mic is very clear and adaptable to the environment people always ask what I'm using due to how clear it is ." Read more
"...No regrets!!!! It sounds amazing, clear, and high quality. And best of all, it was a great compromise for my budget...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the sound and recording equipment. They mention that it is sleek, sophisticated, and well built. The stand is quite nice, and the audio is clear and has nice warm tones. The product is also not horribly ugly like the yeti's design, and has tidy little legs and stand that make it great for on-the-go projects.
"...Mic stand problems -- The stand is adequate if one adjusts the angle of the mic so that it has a stable center of gravity--about 30 degrees from the..." Read more
"...The tidy little legs and stand make it great for on-the-go projects and with the detachable platform, you can instill it onto a mic stand and arm..." Read more
"...Honestly went with this because of the look. It is sexy, I promise. And the yeti looks... strange.Build quality is incredible...." Read more
"...First off it looks way cooler and has better quality than both those mics, I've had yeti/snowball users in my games ask me what I did to my blue mic..." Read more
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I have to say I was VERY PLEASANTLY impressed with this microphone and without need of any additional amplifier.
Included shock mount isn't super robust, but also not cheap plastic or anything. Definitely serviceable. It does the job nicely.
I do not have a "quiet room" ... just my office with a laundry room not that far down the hall. For my test, the microphone did pick up some background from the laundry room, but that was as expected, and to be honest, FAR better than it could have been for a condenser. Overall sound quality was buttery. I'm not that great explaining tonal profiles. I'll leave that to someone that knows those things. But my baritone voice came very cleanly. Microphone picks up nice bass notes, if you have a higher pitched voice, you may want to see someone's review that more aligns with yours.
No real setup required on my Windows 11 PC. Plugged it in, went to sound settings and set "Microphone 2020" as the active profile to use, and boom it worked. I did have to bump up the input volume on my PC, it defaults to 50% which was ludicrously low leveling. Excellent product. I LOVE THIS THING.
The mic has a function for directly mixing the mic input with a pre-recorded audio from the computer it is plugged into, by means of an adjustable control on the mic. There is also a headphone jack to monitor the mic signal in real time with a volume control on the mic.
When plugged in to a computer's USB port, the AT2020USB+ lights up with a bright blue led showing that it is on, as well as giving the 'front and center' mark for recording. Speaking into the mic from the front or a sideways angle of about 45 degrees on each side (90 degrees total) gives a very good quality of recording volume. Going beyond that angle towards the rear of the mic captures less and less sound. From a rough and ready test-- at a constant volume level of speech, the recorded volume comes to a fairly uniform maximum of -12 dB directly to the front of the mic and within a 45 degree range from the front. Going towards the back the max recorded volume drops to -18 dB or less.
Thus the cardioid pickup eliminates a lot of ambient sounds from the side and back, but not all of it. The quality of the recording is bright and realistic. When recording in a home environment like bedroom/living room environment, the mic tend to give a slight echo effect even though there are soft furnishings and furniture. While this is not unpleasant, for professional quality recordings a regular or portable sound booth will be needed. A temporary one can be quickly rigged as described below.
***Useful tips***
* Quick tip for acoustic isolation -- Enclosing the mic in 12" sound absorbing Acoustic foam panels around the mic fixes this. These can be the Auralex Studiofoam Pyramid 2 Inches Thick and 2 Feet by 2 Feet Acoustic Absorption Panels, Charcoal (12 Panels) or similar, but in 12" square panels. The mic on the stand, aligned vertically upright is around 9.5 inches tall and easily can be accommodated in a 12" enclosure. I use 5 free-standing panels to create a 5 sided cuboid form (including a base) leaving the front side open. I prop the foam panels up against each other like a house of cards and dismantle them when not needed. The pyramid wedges of each panel loosely grip the edges/pyramids of other panels, somewhat untidy looking but very serviceable. [As I am in India I needed a local equivalent and found an excellent substitute for the Auraflex pyramid foam through an internet search. The cost was around $3.00 per 12" x 12" panel--6 panels total=$18.00 + phone calls to manufacturer and local conveyance to pick up the material=$4.00. (Total cost=$22.00)]
* Pop Minimization & Filter -- For minimizing pops in the recording, record from a slight sideways angle rather than the front and center line of the microphone. While the AT 2020USB+'s grill design around the cardioid capsule reduces clicks and pops in closeup speech, a pop filter shield in front of the mic helps to remove the clicks and pops further. I made my pop filter with a 6 inch embroidery hoop with nylon hose stretched through it and it works well. Attached to a flexible goose-neck on a lamp base this adjustable pop filter is highly portable and can be easily packed for travel, like the AT2020USB+.
* Mic stand problems -- The stand is adequate if one adjusts the angle of the mic so that it has a stable center of gravity--about 30 degrees from the horizontal plane over the center of the mic stand makes it quite stable. However, then one will access the mic from a semi-sideways position rather than directly at the front. (Addressing the mic at a slight sideways angle will usually give a better recording.) If the mic has to be upright, then stabilizing the mic stand further is needed, or it will tend to topple over if nudged.
* Additional Mic stand stabilization tip -- Align the vertically positioned mic, as shown on the box, but with a slight tilt towards the center of the stand--and--over one of the the tripod legs. That will give it the maximum stability possible given the limitations of the stand. If one aligns the vertical mic as shown on the packing box--that is, in between two of the tripod legs, it will surely tip over at the slightest touch.
* Vibrational isolation -- As there is no vibrational isolation from the surface the mic stand rests on, any vibration from the surface will transfer to the recording. Setting the mic on an acoustic absorption panel like Aurafoam will help a little. A separate shock-mount can be got if needed, but if one is careful, and sets the mic on a surface not likely to be handled or touched during recording, the shock-mount is probably unnecessary for most uses. If the mic and monitor function levels, or headphone volume level on the mic are to be accessed during a recording session, the handling noise of this will come through on the mic regardless of having or not having a shock mount. Doing test recordings to set volume and mix levels before the actual recordings will help create better quality recordings. Some trial and error adjustments are to be expected.
I was earlier using a ZoomH4N for closeup recordings. As it picks up a lot of ambient noise, for podcasts or closeup voice audio that did not give the results I was looking for. The Zoom is excellent for general recordings in a lecture or concert as it has an adjustable audio capture spread of either 90 or 120 degrees, and is quite sensitive. The AT2020USB+ is great for closeup voice-overs or specialized recordings due to its cardioid pattern audio capture pattern and off-axis rejection of sound.
All in all--I am very pleased with this product--a great buy, reliable seller.
Any model of AT2020 is plenty of mic for amateur podcasts, youtubing, broadcasting, streaming, homebrew voiceover work, home recording etc etc. For any professional recording work that feeds your family, especially singing, you probably are looking at other/better mics to begin with. Though this mic IS intended for vocals and should be quite decent for singing if it's set up right. There's nothing wrong with it, but it's basically intended for amateur/beginner usage.
As for the USB+ version it's intended to fill a pretty specific niche. For anyone looking at a Blue Snowball/Yeti, Various Generic Mics, Gaming Mics, etc, this is a great alternative from a very trusted audio-centric brand. I already use a few different mics for my amateur studio stuff but I needed something that would interface with my main PC directly for gaming, video calls, some minor recording stuff, etc. USB is limited to what you are able to do with your PC. If you understand the limitations and you know what you want to do, there's nothing wrong with the USB version of this mic. However if you are trying to do anything more serious you probably want the analog XLR version and a separate external interface.
A few tips to get this sucker working at its best.
1) GET A MIC BOOM. These mics capture best from the side(or direct front if you will, as opposed to the end) and suspended as opposed to standing on a solid surface. So a full boom mount that lets you suspend and position the mic properly will make a big difference.
2) FOR THE LOVE OF ALL THINGS AUDIO GET A SHOCKMOUNT. Even though these are on the less sensitive end of condenser mics they're still very prone to vibration, floor noise, etc. Microphonics if you will, haha. Even a very cheap cage-style shockmount will negate a LOT of this. Things like vibrating hard drives, footsteps, and movement noises will carry through to this mic. The more suspended and disconnected it is from the room the better.
3) GET A POP FILTER. Any sort of pop filter will make an immense difference with these mics due to their sensitivity. I prefer the foam stretch-cover styled ones because they have a very slight noise cancelling effect, preventing far away noises from picking up so clearly. Most importantly though pop filters prevent plosives.
4) DO SOME ROOM TREATMENT. It doesn't need to be much. Just a couple cheap 12 packs of foam panels will do 99% of the job. There is no magic "one-size-fits-all" trick for acoustic panels. In my computer room I treated the wall immediately behind me and the wall immediately in front of me behind my speakers. It prevents a lot of room reflections outright and will likely also improve your speakers if you are a music person.
Overall this is a cheap but capable mic that can be used for a lot with enough prep. It is definitely not a toy mic and is the real deal. A lot of currently HUGE professional artists got their start with an AT2020.
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I did not know there could be such a difference between USB mics!