The AT2020USB-X is a fresh take on the well - loved AT2020USB+ microphone. Specifically crafted for content creators, it's the top - notch choice for streaming, podcasting, music recording, gaming, and video recording. This Audio - Technica microphone combines the critically - acclaimed, award - winning sound of the original AT2020 with the ease of plug - and - play USB - C operation, and it comes with a custom desk stand.
Features:
- Its smooth and extended frequency response is perfect for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, voice - overs, and on - stage use.
- A built - in headphone jack lets you directly monitor audio from the microphone.
- There's a soft - touch capacitive mute button on the body, allowing you to quickly and silently mute the audio.
- The high - resolution AD convertor with a 24 - Bit/96 kHz sampling rate ensures extremely clear and natural sound reproduction.
- The two - state LED indicator ring turns blue when powered and red when muted.
- The directional pickup helps minimize background noise.
- Accessories include a custom desk stand, a USB - C to USB - A cable, and a USB - A to USB - C adapter.
Specifications:
- Microphone Elements: Fixed - charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
- Power Requirements: USB Power (5V DC)
- Bit Depth: 16/24 bit
- Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz/48 kHz/88.2 kHz/96 kHz
- Output Connector: USB Type - C
- Headphone Jack: 3.5 mm (1/8') stereo mini - jack
- System Requirements: Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11, macOS Catalina, macOS Big Sur, macOS Monterey; USB2.0 compliant
- Includes: Stand (AT8702), 3/8' - 16 to 5/8' - 27 threaded adapter, USB cable (2.0 m (6.6'), USB Type - C - USB Type - A), USB conversion adapter (USB - Type - A to USB Type - C)
Using your Audio - Technica AT2020USB - X microphone is a breeze. First, connect the USB - C end of the cable to the microphone and the other end to your computer. Make sure your computer meets the system requirements (Windows 8.1, 10, 11 or macOS Catalina, Big Sur, Monterey and USB2.0 compliant). If you need to use the USB - A to USB - C adapter, go ahead and plug it in.
Once connected, the LED indicator ring will turn blue, showing that it's powered on. You can use the built - in headphone jack to directly monitor your audio. If you need to quickly mute the audio during a recording or stream, just press the soft - touch capacitive mute button on the body, and the LED will turn red.
When using it for different tasks like podcasting or music recording, its directional pickup will help reduce background noise, giving you a cleaner sound. And thanks to the high - resolution AD convertor, you'll get clear and natural sound.
As for maintenance, keep the microphone clean by gently wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. When not in use, store it in a safe place, and you can use the custom desk stand to keep it stable and protected.
