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The verdict
Audio-Technica AT2020 XLR Cardioid Condenser
SizeAT2020
ColorBundle w/ Pop Filter
GOOD PRICE.
This is the AT2020, a side-address condenser microphone that's become a standard choice for home and project studios because it handles a lot of different recording situations without breaking the bank. The bundle includes a pop filter, XLR cable, and cleaning cloth so you can set it up and start recording right away.
$130.90
Amazon price history via Keepa · checked 18d ago · confirm on Amazon
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The read
What's actually worth knowing.
- The microphone has a cardioid pattern that picks up sound mainly from the front, which helps isolate what you're recording from room noise and reflections.
- It can handle loud sound sources up to 144 dB SPL and has a wide dynamic range, so it works for everything from quiet vocals to drums or guitar amps.
- You'll need a 48V phantom power supply to use it, which most audio interfaces provide, but it's worth confirming your setup has this before buying.
As of Aug 15, the Audio-Technica AT2020 XLR Cardioid Condenser is a good price at $130.90 — versus a $130.90 typical price and a $99.99 12-month low, based on Amazon's own price history.
Its price this year
A fair price — but not a real “sale.”
Sale check Amazon shows “20% off,” measured against a $164 “list price” it doesn't charge. Its usual price is $131 — real discount ≈ 0%.
The phantom Amazon has left this $164 “list price” untouched for 11 months — while the item actually sold for about $131. It's a fixed anchor, not a price it charges.
Prices from Amazon.com · Data sourced from Keepa
The specs
Down to the details.
- Dimensions
- 10 × 4 × 10 in
- Weight
- 3 lb
- Colour
- Bundle w/ Pop Filter
- Size
- AT2020
- Special features
- Stand
- Recommended use
- Voice Recording
- In the box
- warranty card