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Audio-Technica AT2020 XLR Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Audio-Technica AT2020 XLR Cardioid Condenser Microphone. The Audio-Technica AT2020 brings clear, detailed capture to vocals, acoustic instruments and spoken content. Its side-address condenser capsule suits a home studio built around an XLR audio interface.
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Overview
AUDIO-TECHNICA AT2020 XLR CARDIOID CONDENSER MICROPHONE
Audio-Technica AT2020 XLR microphone
Audio-Technica AT2020 XLR microphone: The Audio-Technica AT2020 brings clear, detailed capture to vocals, acoustic instruments and spoken content. Its side-address condenser capsule suits a home studio built around an XLR audio interface. Available from AX Store in Kuwait.
Cardioid
Polar pattern
48 V
Phantom-power requirement
144 dB SPL
Maximum input / 1 kHz / 1% THD
345 g
Without accessories
Focus on the performance
The cardioid pickup pattern reduces sound arriving from the sides and rear. Point the front of the microphone toward your voice or instrument and place it thoughtfully to control room sound.
Handle detail and dynamics
A low-mass diaphragm responds to quick transients, while the 20Hz–20kHz frequency range covers vocals and instruments. Its 144dB SPL maximum input gives you room to record louder sources.
Build an XLR recording setup
Connect the balanced XLR output to a microphone input with 48V phantom power. Add headphones for monitoring and a pop filter for close vocal work.
Position it securely
The included pivoting mount helps set your recording angle. A thread adapter accommodates common stand fittings, and the pouch protects the microphone between sessions. Keep the microphone position consistent, use a stable supporting surface and check your recording level.
Address the Side of the AT2020
AT2020 is a side-address microphone. Aim the sensitive front side of the grille toward the voice or instrument and adjust the microphone’s angle using its pivoting mount. Check the recording as you position it; speaking into the top of the body is not the intended side-address orientation.
Build the Correct XLR Signal Path
The microphone uses 3-pin male XLR. Connect it through an appropriate XLR microphone cable to a microphone preamp, interface or mixer, then set input gain around the actual performance. A headphone output is a playback connection and does not replace a microphone input.
Audio-Technica AT2020 XLR microphone Setup Choices
Use the output and power requirements of this exact microphone to choose the recording route. Match the microphone input, monitoring arrangement and mount before selecting an interface or mixer; accessories are separate choices. Explore TC-Helicon GoXLR Mini USB Mixer & Audio Interface – 4 Faders, MIDAS Preamp, RØDE PSA1+ Professional Studio Microphone Boom Arm, Klotz Greyhound XLR Microphone Cable, 3 Meter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which microphone connection does this use?
3-pin male XLR. Use a suitable XLR microphone input and cable. This listing is the analogue XLR model.
Which pickup pattern is available?
Cardioid. Choose the microphone position and, where available, pattern around the source and room.
What equipment should I connect it to?
Use a microphone preamp, audio interface or mixer with the appropriate XLR microphone input. It must provide the specified phantom power: 48 V DC; 2 mA typical.
What is included?
Stand mount for 5/8-inch-27 stands; 5/8-inch-27 to 3/8-inch-16 adapter; soft protective pouch. Any interface, stand, arm or cable is a separate choice unless expressly listed as included.
How heavy is the microphone?
345 g. Include the weight of the mounting accessories when choosing the supporting arm or stand.
How do I set the recording level?
Connect to the microphone input, position the microphone and check the loudest expected part of the performance. Adjust gain while monitoring so normal variations in voice or instrument level do not clip the input.
Should I speak into the top or the side?
AT2020 is side-address. Aim its sensitive front side toward the source and use the pivoting mount to adjust the angle.
Build Your Setup with AX Store
Build an XLR recording chain around the AT2020. Explore the RODE AI-1 audio interface and RODECaster Duo recording mixer. Browse Audio-Technica microphones and headphones at AX Store. Check the current price, availability and exact configuration on each product page before ordering. For help matching your equipment, contact AX Store.
Complete Your Setup
Explore equipment for your workspace: RØDE XLR3M Premium XLR Cable, 3M Length, TC-Helicon GoXLR 4-Channel USB Streaming Mixer, beyerdynamic DT 700 Pro X Studio Headphones.
THE DETAILS
Technical specifications
Microphone
AT2020
Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Cardioid
20–20,000 Hz
16 mm
Audio performance
-37 dB (14.1 mV), re 1 V at 1 Pa
100 ohms
144 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1% THD
20 dB SPL, A-weighted
124 dB at 1 kHz, maximum SPL
74 dB at 1 kHz, 1 Pa
Power and construction
48 V DC; 2 mA typical
3-pin male XLR
162 mm
52 mm
345 g
Stand mount for 5/8-inch-27 stands; 5/8-inch-27 to 3/8-inch-16 adapter; soft protective pouch
Microphone Placement
Side-address; aim the sensitive front side toward the sound source
Product identification
AUDIO-TECHNICA
AT2020
COMPLETE YOUR SETUP
Pairs well with
Beyerdynamic
beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO Black Edition – 80 Ohm
Beyerdynamic
beyerdynamic DT 700 Pro X Studio Headphones
