Audio-Technica AT2020 Condenser Cardoid Studio Microphone

• The AT2020 does not come with an XLR cable or stand and, as the AT2020requires 48V phantom power, you will also need to purchase a suitable audiointerface.
• You will need a 3-pin XLR female to XLR male microphone cable to connectyour AT2020 to a phantom power supply or audio interface.

Audio-Technica’s strin­gent quality and consistency standards set theAT2020 apart from other mics in its class. Its low-mass diaphragm iscustom-engineered for extended frequency response and superior transientresponse. With rugged construction for durable performance, the microphoneoffers a wide dynamic range and handles high SPLs with ease. The AT2020: the newstandard for affordable side-address studio condensers.

What is a Cardioid Condenser?

A Condenser microphone such as the AT2020 contains a delicate diaphragm thatcaptures the vibrations of the sounds you’re wanting to record. This diaphragmis so delicate that it requires powering through the XLR cable, ensuring everyaspect of your instrument or voice is captured in crisp detail.

Audio-Technica cardioid microphones have heart — figuratively andliterally — thanks to the shape of the sound capture area. Cardioidmicrophones capture what’s in front of them in a rough heart shape, from thepinnacle of sound capture at the front of the microphone to the graduatedcapture off to the sides. This cardioid pattern improves isolation of anydesired sound source for rich and accurate recording.

Features

• The price/performance standard in side-address studio condenser microphonetechnology
• Ideal for project/home-studio applications
• High SPL handling and wide dynamic range provide unmatched versatility
• Custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm provides extended frequency responseand 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 preciseplacement of the microphone

SPECIFICATIONS

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarizedcondenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 20 – 20,000 Hz
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: –37 dB (14.1 mV) re 1V at1 Pa
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 144 dB SPL, 1 kHz at1% T.H.D.
• Dynamic Range: 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: 345g
• Dimensions: 6.38" (162.0 mm) long, 2.05" (52.0 mm)maximum body diameter
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Accessories Included:
  • Stand mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
  • 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter
  • soft protective pouch

Delivery Rates

We charge a flat rate of $6 NZD per shipment, not including heavy and bulky goods. 

Please note we have a $56-$118 rate for shipping heavy and bulky goods like chairs and desks which will be calculated at checkout. 

Most orders are shipped using New Zealand Post and these parcels are shipped with no-signature required. For our heavy and bulky goods, these are shipped via Mainfreight with signature required.

Delivery Times

We encourage you to track your delivery progress using NZ Post's Tracking tool and contact us if your delivery is overdue by more than these 5 working days after dispatch.

Heavy and Bulky Goods 

Please allow an extra 1-3 days for heavy and bulky goods like chairs and desks.