{"product_id":"audiotechnica-at2020","title":"Audio Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone","description":"\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the AT2020, the iconic and critically acclaimed cardioid condenser microphone that brought affordable, professional quality into the homes and home-studios of podcasters, musicians and voiceover artists alike. Engineered for crisp detail, the critically acclaimed AT2020 redefined budget-friendly technology and has been a firm favourite amongst creators for 15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Cardioid Condenser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Condenser microphone such as the AT2020 contains a delicate diaphragm that captures the vibrations of the sounds youre wanting to record. This diaphragm is so delicate that it requires powering through the XLR cable*, ensuring every aspect of your instrument or voice is captured in crisp detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio-Technica cardioid microphones have \u003cem\u003eheart\u003c\/em\u003e  figuratively and literally  thanks to the shape of the sound capture area. Cardioid microphones capture whats in front of them in a rough heart shape, from the pinnacle of sound capture at the front of the microphone to the graduated capture off to the sides. This cardioid pattern improves isolation of any desired sound source for rich and accurate recording.\u003cem\u003e*XLR cable sold separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Engineering with Creators in Mind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped from over half a century of Japanese audio engineering, the AT2020 has been created to bring professional-level audio capturing to anyone wanting to explore the world of sound recording. Whether its voiceovers, podcasting, singing vocals or live instrument recording, the AT2020 is the critically acclaimed and iconic cardioid condenser designed around you  and your budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe price\/performance standard in side-address studio condenser microphone technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for project\/home-studio applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh SPL handling and wide dynamic range provide unmatched versatility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom-engineered low-mass diaphragm provides extended frequency response and superior transient response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePivoting, threaded stand mount attaches securely for easy and precise placement of the microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eMicrophones\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolar Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCardioid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 - 20,000 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen Circuit Sensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-37 dB (14.1 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Input Sound Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e144 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDynamic Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e124 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal-to-Noise Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e74 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhantom Power Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48V DC, 2 mA typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e345g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.38\" (162.0 mm) long, 2.05\" (52.0 mm) maximum body diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegral 3-pin XLRM-type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessories Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStand mount for 5\/8\"-27 threaded stands; 5\/8\"-27 to 3\/8\"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\n","brand":"Audio Technica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51937805173002,"sku":"AUDIOTECHN-2087","price":82.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/3283\/6618\/files\/audio-technica-at2020-cardioid-condenser-microphone-48286-1-p.png?v=1760360474","url":"https:\/\/audioemotion.co.uk\/products\/audiotechnica-at2020","provider":"Audio Emotion Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}