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title: "AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Studio XLR Microphone, Ideal for Project/Home Studio Applications, Black"
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# High SPL handling - captures every nuance Cardioid pattern - isolates your voice, blocks noise 74 dB SNR - crystal clear clarity AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Studio XLR Microphone, Ideal for Project/Home Studio Applications, Black

**Brand:** audio-technica
**Price:** A$287
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Own the room with every word — crystal clear, powerful, and built for pros.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Studio XLR Microphone, Ideal for Project/Home Studio Applications, Black by audio-technica
- **How much does it cost?** A$287 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- audio-technica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audio-technica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Rugged metal construction designed for durability, so your mic stays performance-ready session after session.
- • **Studio-Grade Clarity:** 74 dB signal-to-noise ratio delivers pristine, professional sound that makes your voice stand out in any project.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** XLR connection with phantom power compatibility means seamless integration with your home or project studio setup.
- • **Powerful Dynamic Range:** Handles high sound pressure levels effortlessly, capturing everything from whispers to powerful vocals without distortion.
- • **Focused Audio Isolation:** Cardioid polar pattern minimizes background noise, ensuring your recordings stay clean and distraction-free.

## Overview

The Audio-Technica AT2020 is a professional-grade cardioid condenser microphone engineered for home and project studios. Featuring a custom low-mass diaphragm, it offers extended frequency response and superior transient accuracy. With a high 74 dB signal-to-noise ratio and wide dynamic range, it captures detailed, clear sound while minimizing background noise through its cardioid pattern. Durable metal construction and standard XLR output with phantom power compatibility make it a reliable, versatile choice for creators seeking studio-quality audio without breaking the bank.

## Description

Audio-Technica's stringent quality and consistency standards set the AT2020 apart from other mics in its class. Its low-mass 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 AT2020: The new standard for affordable side-address studio condensers. Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 74 dB.

Review: WOW! AMAZING for the price - 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. I am a bit of an audiophile (I know good sound when I hear it), but am admittedly NO expert on these things. At one point in my life, I was an on-air voice, and my father was life-long on air. I know a fair amount about audio quality. That said, I never made it my career as my dad did. And so I know more than the average person, but FAR less than the experts. I do have a high-end Neumann, but as I don't have day-to-day need of these things, that requires a bit more preparation to use. I wanted something a little easier to deal with. 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.
Review: BEST MIC FOR THE PRICE!!!!! GET IT!!! - IM SO SORRY BUT THIS IS MY NEW FAVORITE MIC EVER UNLESS I UPGRADE because this mic is so POWERFUL and I mean this mic could pick up the sounds of ants talking. I've never been exposed to such a powerful mic. Yes like they said YOU GOTTA TURN YOUR GAIN UP but once you get that to the level you want THERE IS NOTHING THIS MIC WONT PICK UP. I could leave this mic laying in the livingroom and still hear everything its picking up from the bedroom even if a bug walked across the bed this mic is sure to pick up that frequency. I've used this mic to PROFESSIONALLY RECORD MY OWN MUSIC and the way it makes me sound is so great its pleasing to my ears and CRYSTAL CLEAR. I love the power of this mic and I highly recommend it and will be purchasing another to have as a BACK UP. Just make sure when you are using it to turn on your PHANTOM POWER. This mic requires 48V or what most know as PHANTOM POWER to work correctly as stated. So other then that this is a great product and if you dont get it your missing out. I think everyone doing something professionally should have at least this mic. ENJOY

## Features

- 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.
- Output connector: Integral 3 pin XLRM type

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0006H92QK |
| Audio Sensitivity | 37 Decibels |
| Batteries | 1 Unknown batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #242 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #8 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (20,624) |
| Date First Available | June 12, 2007 |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04961310081348 |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Impedance | 200 Ohms |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.32 pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 9.6 x 9.6 x 2.6 inches |
| Item model number | AT2020 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Audio-Technica |
| Material | Metal |
| Microphone Form Factor | Microphone Only |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Unknown batteries required. |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 9.6 x 9.6 x 2.6 inches |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 74 dB |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Audio-Technica
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Any Recording Programs, Audio Interface
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wired
- **Connector Type:** XLR
- **Included Components:** microphone
- **Model Name:** AT2020
- **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Singing, Streaming

## Images

![AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Studio XLR Microphone, Ideal for Project/Home Studio Applications, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71aLB289VuL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Color, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it come with a stand or an XLR cable?**
A: No, it does NOT come with an XLR cable or a stand.

**Q: Are you able to use this as a usb mic / be able to put this into your macbook pro?**
A: If you use a conversion box, yes. This specific model uses an XLR interface because it requires phantom power (three prong, cylindrical shape). You can spend about $100 on a usb conversion box and use this model. I Use an AKAI professional ($250+) which can handle up to 4 mics and 4 outputs ALONG WITH the usb cable. All that said, you can bypass the whole thing and buy an "AT2020 USB". It hooks directly up to the laptop and there's no other equipment to buy. Warning: If you use an AT2020 USB, it will eat up your battery life, you NEED to have your machine plugged in to use it for a long duration. Reason is: the mic takes about 40 volts of power and audio recording and engineering is a processor intensive task (more CPU work = more power being consumed), it also takes a lot of memory so your HDD will be running non stop.If you're using this for fun, get the USB and save the money. If you're looking to get into more serious work, use the XLR as it's compatible with more high end equipment.

**Q: Is this one the xlr version of this mic? i want to use it on a mackie ony blackjack...**
A: Hi,Yes, it has the three-prong XLR connector. I

**Q: Hey, I have a behringer audio interface with this microphone - I get audio but the blue light isn't on (on the mic). Is this a problem or is it fine?**
A: I have the AT2020USB+ version of this mic, it's USB and it has a blue light.I am buying this XLR version to run through my USB interface like my guitar does, so the sound is only coming from one device.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WOW! AMAZING for the price
*by R***B on March 17, 2024*

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. I am a bit of an audiophile (I know good sound when I hear it), but am admittedly NO expert on these things. At one point in my life, I was an on-air voice, and my father was life-long on air. I know a fair amount about audio quality. That said, I never made it my career as my dad did. And so I know more than the average person, but FAR less than the experts. I do have a high-end Neumann, but as I don't have day-to-day need of these things, that requires a bit more preparation to use. I wanted something a little easier to deal with. 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BEST MIC FOR THE PRICE!!!!! GET IT!!!
*by S***T on September 15, 2025*

IM SO SORRY BUT THIS IS MY NEW FAVORITE MIC EVER UNLESS I UPGRADE because this mic is so POWERFUL and I mean this mic could pick up the sounds of ants talking. I've never been exposed to such a powerful mic. Yes like they said YOU GOTTA TURN YOUR GAIN UP but once you get that to the level you want THERE IS NOTHING THIS MIC WONT PICK UP. I could leave this mic laying in the livingroom and still hear everything its picking up from the bedroom even if a bug walked across the bed this mic is sure to pick up that frequency. I've used this mic to PROFESSIONALLY RECORD MY OWN MUSIC and the way it makes me sound is so great its pleasing to my ears and CRYSTAL CLEAR. I love the power of this mic and I highly recommend it and will be purchasing another to have as a BACK UP. Just make sure when you are using it to turn on your PHANTOM POWER. This mic requires 48V or what most know as PHANTOM POWER to work correctly as stated. So other then that this is a great product and if you dont get it your missing out. I think everyone doing something professionally should have at least this mic. ENJOY

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for the price
*by C***O on January 26, 2026*

Fantastic quality of Audio Technica. I love the mic and still use it daily to this day

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