sound press | JANUARY 2024
Enter the Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP microphone — a powerhouse solution tailored for streamers, podcasters, and creators seeking convenience without compromising on studio-quality audio. Building upon the legacy of its acclaimed predecessor, the AT2020, the AT2020USB-XP is designed to deliver award-winning sound in a package that caters to modern digital needs. This microphone packs an array of studio-quality features and onboard digital technology, ensuring a seamless and professional recording experience. At the heart of its capabilities lies the cardioid directional pickup pattern, enabling the microphone to focus precisely on the intended sound source while reducing ambient noise. Moreover, users have the flexibility to choose from three levels of onboard noise reduction or disable it entirely, adapting effortlessly to diverse recording environments.
One standout feature is the onboard automatic gain control, offering users the ability to maintain a consistent microphone output level irrespective of variations in speaking or singing volume. The microphone's LED indicator provides clear visual cues for the current noise reduction setting and the status of automatic gain control, ensuring straightforward and intuitive operation. Equipped with a high-resolution A/D converter supporting up to 24-bit/192 kHz recording sampling rates, the AT2020USB-XP promises crystal-clear, natural sound reproduction, elevating your audio content to captivate audiences. Enhancing usability, the microphone integrates a headphone jack and volume control, facilitating real-time monitoring of the microphone signal without latency. The mix control function enables seamless blending of the microphone’s audio with computer - generated audio.
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