Audio-Technica AT2020 Side-address 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(Sound Pressure Levels) with ease.  The cardioid polar pattern of the microphone is more sensitive to sound originating directly in front of the element, making it useful in controlling feedback, reducing pickup of unwanted sounds, and providing isolation between performers.

The AT2020 mic 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

Specifications:

• 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