The cardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of the desired sound source. The AT2020’s ability to produce studio-quality sound with unwanted pops is ideal for podcasters looking to elevate their current podcast equipment for a more professional sound. In addition to podcast equipment, the AT2020 is an ideal streaming microphone, delivering crystal-clear communication during streaming sessions. You will have to get an Audio Interface and XLR microphones anyway, and what you spent on the USB microphone will be wasted. Audio Quality In 2021 our US division offered Audio-Technica fans the opportunity to win a 24-karat gold-plated AT2020 microphone to celebrate the flagship mic achieving its one-millionth sale.

The AT2020 USB has always been my go-to recommendation as far as USB microphones go, not because of its versatility, since it only features a cardioid polar pattern, but rather because of the audio quality; Features. Not much options here, simple cardioid polar pattern without any padding or filter switches. At the price it's okay though. Also, less stuff to get ruined. And if this is your first mic it's a great learning tool for mic placement and stuff. Now, similar to what I mentioned about the price differences in certain regions for the AT2020+, the same thing happens with the Rode NT USB.Custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm provides extended frequency response and superior transient response

In 2021, sales of our AT2020 surpassed the one million mark. To celebrate this extraordinary milestone, Audio-Technica donated one million yen to non-profit organisation Hungry For Music charity, which helps to provide musical opportunities for disadvantaged youths. A particularly fitting tribute, since the AT2020 was initially designed almost twenty years ago to provide an affordable opportunity to bring high-quality sound to everyone. Lastly, USB microphones are responsible for the Analog to Digital conversion, while with XLR ones the Audio Interface takes care of this, and they usually do a better job at it as well resulting in higher audio quality. Positive comments begin with the fact that this microphone is USB powered. There are no batteries required, and no software to install.

The AT2020 USB is more expensive than the AT2020 XLR, but you need to remember that the AT2020 in XLR format will require at least a 1-input audio interface, making the initial investment on par with the USB mic, or even higher. Compatible with Windows 8, Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000, Mac OS X and iOS 7.02 or later (Lightning port required)

The USB version of the Audio-Technica AT2020is just as good as the XLR AT2020 with the advantage of being a plug n’ play microphone which works both on Windowsand Mac OS.Here’s a post about two affordable and great-sounding Audio Interfaces that should help you out! Conclusion Other than that, I think that the Rode NT USB does a pretty decent job at doing what it’s supposed to do, just remember to not record very hot signals. Do you use Audio-Technica products to create amazing content? No matter what A-T gear you favor, if you use it to create, we’d love to have you on our team! If there is one microphone that most beginner/intermediate music production enthusiasts buy, it’s the XLR version of the AT2020; It’s affordable, sounds great, and it’s built to last.

Bringing the studio-quality sound of our 20 Series to the stage, the AT2010 cardioid condenser vocal microphone was released in 2007. Additionally, it doesn’t provide you with a Gain control, which is just silly! Since you have to adjust this via the sound settings of your OS. The most important thing to know is that with a USB mic you won’t have the need for any additional equipment; all you need is the microphone and a computer, and that’s it.This is the first microphone that I bought for my home recording sessions as per recommendations from a friend of mine who works as a professional sound engineer. Great microphone for its price. Equipped with a Micro-HDMI or USB to LightningThe AT2020USBi is designed for digital audio recording of an acoustic audio source on your computer, iPhone or iPad equipped with a Lightning or USB input. The microphone offers the same features as the critically acclaimed AT2020 ;cardioid studio microphone. It delivers sound quality and intelligibility of an ideal studio microphone for recording in a home studio, for podcasting or voice recording. “High quality a/D converter” Extended frequency response ideal for podcasting, home recording studios, outdoor recording or voice recording. Since the AT2020 is a plug n’ play microphone, you should have absolutely no issues getting it to work; simply connect it and that’s it, you can now record!