Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

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.

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

Pivoting, threaded stand mount attaches securely for easy and precise placement of the microphone

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