Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

The Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone is a versatile studio microphone designed to deliver detailed, natural-sounding recordings for home studios, project studios, musicians and content creators. Combining reliable construction with impressive sound quality, the AT2020 is an excellent choice for recording vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar amplifiers, piano and a wide range of other instruments.

Featuring a custom-engineered, low-mass 16mm diaphragm, the Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone provides an extended frequency response and accurate transient reproduction. This helps capture subtle performance details, making it suitable for everything from intimate vocal takes to dynamic instrumental recordings.

The cardioid polar pattern focuses on sound from the front of the microphone while reducing pickup from the sides and rear. This directional design helps improve isolation of the intended sound source, making the AT2020 a practical choice for recording vocals and instruments in home recording environments.

With a frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz and a maximum sound pressure level of 144dB SPL, the AT2020 offers plenty of versatility for a broad range of recording applications. Its wide dynamic range allows it to handle both quieter details and louder sources, while its rugged construction is designed for dependable everyday studio use.

The Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone connects through a balanced, three-pin XLR output and requires 48V DC phantom power, supplied by a compatible audio interface, mixer or dedicated phantom power supply. The microphone comes with a pivoting stand mount, threaded stand adapter and soft protective pouch, providing the essential accessories for setting up and storing your recording microphone.

Whether you are building your first recording setup or expanding an established studio, the Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone delivers dependable performance for vocals, instruments, music production, voice recording and home-studio projects.

Key Features

• Studio condenser microphone for home and project recording
• Cardioid polar pattern helps reduce pickup from the sides and rear
• Custom-engineered 16mm low-mass diaphragm
• Extended frequency response for detailed sound capture
• Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz
• Maximum input sound level: 144dB SPL at 1kHz, 1% THD
• Dynamic range: 124dB typical
• Balanced 3-pin XLR output
• Requires 48V DC phantom power
• Includes pivoting stand mount, threaded stand adapter and soft protective pouch
• Suitable for recording vocals, acoustic instruments, guitar amplifiers and other sound sources

Specifications

• Microphone type: Permanently polarised condenser
• Diaphragm: 16mm low-mass diaphragm
• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz
• Sensitivity: -37dB (14.1mV) re 1V at 1Pa
• Impedance: 100 ohms
• Maximum input sound level: 144dB SPL
• Noise: 20dB SPL, A-weighted
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 74dB
• Dynamic range: 124dB typical
• Phantom power: 48V DC, 2mA typical
• Output connector: 3-pin XLRM
• Dimensions: 162mm long x 52mm maximum body diameter
• Weight: 345g