AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

' A budget mic with a big-ticket sound.'

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. T

he AT2020: the new standard for affordable side-address studio condensers.

• 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

SPECIFICATIONS
ELEMENT : Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized 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.

NOISE : 20 dB SPL

DYNAMIC RANGE ( typical) : 124 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL

SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO : 74 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa

PHANTOM POWER
REQUIREMENTS : 48V DC, 2 mA typical

WEIGHT : 12.1 oz ( 345 g)

DIMENSIONS: 6.38" ( 162.0 mm) long, 2.05" ( 52.0 mm) maximum body diameter

OUTPUT CONNECTOR: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type

ACCESSORIES FURNISHED: Stand mount for 5/ 8" -27 threaded stands; 5/ 8" -27 to 3/ 8" -16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch

AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE: R7


The reviews are in on the AT2020

“ … the AT2020 [ is] a fine microphone, offering a sound all its own that’ s equally valid in the right applications— even in a mega-studio.�
Mitch Gallagher
EQ, September 2005

Pro Audio Review
“ A-T has produced a budget mic with a big-ticket sound.�
“ A lot of mic for the money… you’ ll get more than you pay for.�
“ The sound was clear and natural without being harsh.�

“ The AT2020 is designed to be pleasingly bright, yet accurate-sounding. It would make a credible choice for anyone looking for an affordable, all-purpose mic to start or build up their collection.�
Nick Batzdorf
MIX, May 2005

Remix
“ Judging by the price, [ the AT2020] is aimed at project and budding home studios. But given the horizonlike frequency-response chart, this puppy may be aimed at more experienced studios, as well. Who couldn’ t use an extra studio condenser or, at this price, several? �

Future Music
“ With the introduction of the AT2020, Audio-Technica has broken the price barrier without sacrificing sound quality or rugged reliability.�