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Audio Technica AT2020USB Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone with Built In Headphone Jack Volume Control Black
Last Updated: March 23, 2021 (Refresh Now)
8.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
754
Old Reviews
633
Unverified
36
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VIDEO
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USB
Review Analysis - 85 recent, verified reviews
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Sound Quality
25audio, unwanted, quality, price, podcasting
+96%
-4%
" ... There is a narrow, "sweet spot" and you'll hear it when you've got it, and you'll love it. ... "
" ... I use it to record my music, and it works amazingly. ... "
" ... As a streamer I use this for the chrisp and sharp sound quality. ... "
" ... Everything is amazing, crystal clear, although you do need to use a program like Audacity to remove unwanted background noise. ... "
" ... ✅ Overall built and sound quality ... "
" ... I have recorded some samples and tests, and they all sound pretty good. ... "
" ... The sound quality is great and it is easy to set up ... "
" ... For the price it honestly sounds like studio quality! ... "
Price
10worth, price point, price, value, penny
+90%
-10%
" ... Top notch for its price point. ... "
" ... Exquisite sound quality at a very reasonable price! ... "
" ... Before buying, I did a really deep research on microphones and I was on a budget under $200. ... "
" ... ✅ Worth the price ... "
" ... Best bang for your bucks. ... "
" ... Worth every penny! ... "
" ... At this price point they are way better. ... "
Microphone
9podcasting, audio, voice, studio, recordings
+100%
" ... Audio Technica mic’s just work really well with my voice and give it the extra oomf I like for my home recordings. ... "
" ... I have recorded some samples and tests, and they all sound pretty good. ... "
" ... this is the minimum sound quality you need to sound almost professional when doing podcasting, or any other professional uses. ... "
" ... This was such a huge upgrade podcasting and recording. ... "
" ... Easy to use and flawless sound quality for podcasting, interviews and any recording needs. ... "
" ... ✅ Highly recommended for home studio recording ... "
" ... This thing picks up even my smallest breaths when I'm recording audio. ... "
" ... Works well for webinars, recording, etc. ... "
Ease of Use
7super, setup, easy to use, easy to setup, easy to set
+86%
-14%
" ... & it’s super easy to use! ... "
" ... Great sound and easy to setup! ... "
" ... The sound quality is great and it is easy to set up ... "
" ... I like it easy to plus in and get started on ... "
Ports
6cable, plug and play, plug, usb port, at2020
+83%
-17%
" ... I added a USB B to USB C cable for the connection and it works flawlessly. ... Simply plug and play. ... "
" ... ✅ I love the plug and play feature of Audio Technica AT2020 USB+🎙No need for audio interface. ... "
" ... Highly, highly recommend for meetings, capturing audio from guitars and bands, and you can even get a adaptor to plug the USB into a type C for your phone. ... "
" ... And so simple to use, just plug into a USB port and open my DAW. ... "
" ... No serious issues and plus the USB cable makes things extremely easier since no interface is required. ... "
Setup
5setup, super, plug and play, plug, microphone
+100%
" ... Great sound and easy to setup! ... "
" ... No messy software to download either, just plug and go which is super lovely. ... "
Gaming
4games, friends, talking, streaming, sensitivity
+100%
" ... For gaming you will want a gaming microphone that is designed not to capture keyckicks on a mechanical gaming keyboard. ... "
" ... First off it looks way cooler and has better quality than both those mics, I've had yeti/snowball users in my games ask me what I did to my blue mic and I say nothing because its an AT. ... I do some voiceover work, as well as voice chat with friends, and gaming and I have to say its great for all of them. ... "
" ... I haven’t used this for streaming or podcasting, just talking with friends over VoIP and playing video games. ... "
" ... I originally bought the usb version but on some games couldnt get the sensitivity setting correct. ... "
Keyboard
3sound, microphone, gaming
+100%
" ... For gaming you will want a gaming microphone that is designed not to capture keyckicks on a mechanical gaming keyboard. ... "
" ... I would recommend getting an elevated stand to further distance it away from the keyboard and reduce vibration impacts from the desk being picked up in the device. ... "
" ... I loved the sound quality, but it catching keyboard taping sound, but it's so good for overvoice. ... "
Storage
3+33%
-67%
" ... 1st buy - Incomplete items inside ... "
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