Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone - Black
The Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP is a cardioid condenser USB microphone designed for content creators. With plug-and-play USB-C connectivity, it delivers exceptional audio quality, featuring noise reduction, automatic gain control, and a headphone jack for real-time monitoring. Ideal for streaming, podcasting, and music recording, it ensures professional results in any setting.
Features:
Overview of Features: The Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP boasts a range of features tailored for content creators. Its design prioritizes audio quality and user convenience, making it an ideal choice for various applications.
Cardioid Polar Pattern: The cardioid polar pattern focuses on sound directly in front of the microphone while effectively rejecting noise from the sides and rear. This feature enhances sound isolation, ensuring clear recordings in noisy environments.
Onboard Noise Reduction: Users can choose from three levels of noise reduction, allowing for customization based on recording conditions. This functionality minimizes unwanted background noise, improving audio clarity.
Automatic Gain Control: The microphone includes automatic gain control, which maintains consistent output levels. This feature adjusts the microphone's sensitivity, ensuring balanced audio whether the speaker is quiet or loud.
High-Resolution A/D Converter: Equipped with a high-resolution A/D converter, the AT2020USB-XP supports sampling rates up to 24-bit/192 kHz. This capability delivers exceptionally clear and natural sound reproduction for professional-quality recordings.
Direct Monitoring: The built-in headphone jack and volume control allow for direct monitoring of the microphone signal without delay. Users can easily adjust the volume to suit their preferences.
Mix Control: The mix control feature enables seamless blending of microphone audio with audio from a computer. This functionality is particularly useful for streamers and podcasters who want to integrate background music or other sounds.
Touch-Sensitive Mute Button: The soft-touch mute button provides a quick and silent way to mute the microphone. An LED indicator changes from blue to red when the microphone is muted, ensuring users know the current status.
Comprehensive Accessories: Included accessories enhance the user experience. The microphone comes with a custom desk stand, a clip-on pop filter, and adapters for compatibility, making it ready for immediate use.
Versatile Compatibility: The AT2020USB-XP features a USB-C output and includes a USB-C to USB-A cable, ensuring compatibility with various devices and platforms. This versatility makes it suitable for both home and professional studios.
Ideal for Various Applications: Whether for streaming, podcasting, or recording music, the AT2020USB-XP meets the diverse needs of modern content creators. Its combination of features provides flexibility and high-quality audio in any setting.
Specifications:
- Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
- Power Requirements: USB power (5V DC)
- Bit Depth: 16 bit/24 bit
- Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz/48 kHz/88.2 kHz/96 kHz/192 kHz*
- Controls: Headphone level control, mix control, mute, auto gain control, noise reduction
- Weight: About 375 g (13 oz)
- Dimensions: 142 mm (5.6) long, 52 mm (2.0) maximum body diameter
- Output Connector: USB Type-C
- Headphone Output Power: 110 mW (at 1 kHz, 1% T.H.D., 32 ohms)
- Headphone Jack: 3.5 mm (1/8) stereo mini-jack
- System Requirements: USB 2.0 compliant
- Supported OS: Windows 10, Windows 11, macOS Catalina, Big Sur, Monterey, Ventura
- Accessories Included: Stand (AT8702), pop filter, 3/8-16 to 5/8-27 threaded adapter, USB cable (2.0 m/6.6), USB conversion adapter
