Audio Technica AT2020USB-X Review / Test

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Today I review a new USB mic from Audio Techncia, the 2020USB-X. This is an update to the 2020USB+ and it's offering higher conversion 24-bit/96kHz and it adds a new mute button. It comes with a desktop stand as well which the original did not, but it abandons the standard 2020 mount that the original USB+used in lieu of a 1/4" threading on the bottom. It offers a clear sound that leans into the territory of being a bit harsh, and it picks up a bit more room tone and reflections than I'd prefer. However, in a world of decreasing plug and play mics, it offers a pretty decent sound for those who need the limited functionality.

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RECORDING SETTINGS:

Conversion: 24-bit / 48kHz

Computer Level: 29%

Boosted in Post: +0dB

SPECS:

Polar Pattern: Cardioid

Freq Response : 20Hz - 20kHz

Bit Depth: 16/24-bit

Sample Rate:  44.1 - 96kHz

00:00 - Intro / Price / Disclaimer 

00:24 - What’s in the Box

00:48 - Build Quality / Walkthrough

01:33 - Specifications

01:46 - Polar Pattern Test (Tone / Rotation)

02:05 - Plosive Test

02:24 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test

02:41 - Background Noise Test 

02:57 - Untreated Room Test

03:18 - Shock Rejection Test

03:36 - Mic Resonance Tap Test

03:50 - Mute Button Test

04:04 - Desktop Stand Test

04:35 - Intro to Comparison

05:03 - Razer Seiren Mini Comparison

05:32 - Blue Snowball Comparison

06:00 - Samson C01u Pro Comparison

06:28 - Blue Yeti (Original) Comparison

07:00 - Rode NT-USB Mini Comparison

07:26 - Blue Yeti Nano Comparison

07:54 - Audio Technica AT2020 Comparison

08:28 - Audio Technica AT2500X-USB Comparison

08:57 - Sennheiser Profile Comparison

09:30 - Audio Technica AT2020USB+ Comparison

10:10 - Elgato Wave 3 Comparison

10:42 - sE Electronics Neom Comparison

11:11 - Rode NT-USB+ Comparison

11:35 - Blue Yeti X Comparison

12:11 - Neumann U87 Ai Comparison

12:41 - Music Test

14:09 - Pros & Cons

15:49 - Overall Thoughts

17:22- Recommendation

19:00  - Outro