Audio Technica AT2020 Studio Condenser Microphone

AT2020 Studio Condenser Microphone description:

The Audio-Technica AT2020 is a side-address, studio condenser microphone intended for vocal and general instrument recording in project and professional studio environments.

The Audio-Technica’s stringent quality and consistency standards set the AT2020 apart from other mics in its class. Its low-mass, 16mm diaphragm is custom-engineered for extended frequency response and superior transient response. With rugged construction for durable performance, the microphone offers a wide dynamic range and handles high SPLs with ease. The Audio-Technica AT2020: the new standard for affordable side-address studio condensers.

The main features of the Audio-Technica AT2020 include:

• The price/performance standard in side-address studio condenser microphone technology
• Ideal for project/home-studio applications
• High SPL handling and wide dynamic range provide unmatched versatility
• 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
• Pivoting, threaded stand mount attaches securely for easy and precise placement of the microphone
• Stand mount for 5/8 inch-27 threaded stands; 5/8 inch-27 to 3/8 inch-16 threaded adapter and soft protective pouch included with this microphone

The technical specifications are:

• Element: Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: -37 dB (14.1 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 100 ohms
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 144 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 74 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Dynamic Range (Typical): 124 dB, 1 kHz at Max. SPL
• Phantom Power Requirements: 48V DC, 2 mA typical
• Noise: 20 dB SPL
• Weight: 12.1 oz (345 g)
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Accessories Furnished: Stand mount for 5/8 inch-27 threaded stands; 5/8 inch-27 to 3/8 inch-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch