Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ Cardioid Condenser Microphone (USB connection) for voiceover, podcasting, streaming and recording

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However, I wonder why Audio-Technica went with those controls instead of a mute button or gain controls.

Since then, the technology has moved on and other brands like Blue, AKG and RØDE have entered the market and given Audio-Technica some competition. The AT2020USB+ is designed for digitally capturing music or any acoustic audio source using your favorite recording software. The product is amazing The microphone quality is terrific, the packaging was great, scan told me when it was coming and I could track it aswell which was superb. A soft-touch capacitive mute button on body to quickly and silently mute audio at the microphone whilst a two-state LED indicator ring, positioned behind the grille of the microphone illuminates blue to signify power on status, and red when the microphone is muted.I am not interested in the money or time investment needed to acquire and setup and figure out how to work an XLR setup.

Equipped with a USB output, the AT2020USB+ is designed for digitally capturing music or any acoustic audio source using your favourite recording software.Included accessories: AT8702 desk stand, pop filter, USB-C to USB-A cable with USB-A to USB-C adapter. If your content involves just and nothing overly complicated logistics-wise, this is still an excellent option for beginners. This cardioid condenser USB microphone is slightly lighter than the old model but feels as though it has the same solid build quality. These controls are positioned on the base of the microphone and have associated LEDs below the soft-touch capacitive mute button.

Back then our aim was straightforward - provide technology products and services to the education, music, television and film markets. The Rode mount is perfect, nicely weighted, great construction, clamped to the back of my desk easily, no issues at all.Matsushita was moved by the positive reactions guests had to the music, but was frustrated that the expense of high-fidelity listening prevented many people from experiencing it. Equipped with a USB output, the Audio Technica AT2020USB+ is designed for digitally capturing music or any acoustic audio source using your favorite recording software.

They love the simplicity of set up and use, and were quick to point out that it sounds substantially better than their built-in mic and were enjoying it greatly. The Japanese brand’s reputation is strong in the professional world though, and that experience with quality audio is evident in the rather clunkily named Audio-Technica AT2020USB+. I would recommend picking up a pop filter if you plan to use it as it will pickup those sounds from your voice and its important to eliminate them.

None of these qualms is a dealbreaker, they’re relatively minor complaints in the grand scheme, but they’re a constant reminder that the Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ is a middle-of-the-road choice. The Audio Technica AT2020USB+ is a USB condenser microphone ideal for studio applications, podcasting and field recording. In addition, the stand can be removed so the microphone can be mounted on a boom arm or mic stand thanks to a 3/8" to 5/8" threaded adapter.