{"product_id":"audio-technica-at2020usb-x-cardioid-condenser-usb-microphone-for-content-creators-black","title":"Audio-Technica AT2020USB-X Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone for Content Creators, Black","description":"\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cembed src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/v\/jji1Pr0YtyM?version=3\u0026amp;rel=0\u0026amp;showinfo=0\" type=\"0\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio-Technica Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone AT2020USB-X\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AT2020USB-X is a reimagining of the popular AT2020USB+ microphone. The AT2020USB-X was specially designed to meet the needs of content creators, making it the best microphone for streaming, podcasting, recording music, gaming and video recording. This Audio-Technica microphone offers the critically acclaimed, award-winning sound of the original AT2020 with the convenience of a plug-and-play USB-C operation with a custom desk stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis content creator microphone ensures extremely clear, natural sound reproduction thanks to the high-resolution A\/D convertor (up to 24-bit\/96 kHz sampling rate). This USB-C microphone proves itself to be a high-quality microphone for recording music at home by using directional pickup (cardioid) that keeps the focus on your voice or another chosen sound source. The smooth, extended frequency response is also ideally suited for streaming, podcasting, and music and video production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AT2020USB-X features a built-in headphone jack with volume control to let you directly monitor the microphone signal with no delay. It also offers a mix control to let you blend the microphone's audio with audio from the computer, and has a silent touch-sensitive mute button to quickly and easily mute audio at the microphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are looking for the best streaming microphone or looking to enhance your content creation for YouTube videos, the AT2020USB-X is the optimal choice for all types of content creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eSmooth, extended frequency response ideally suited for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, voiceover, and on-stage use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eBuilt-in headphone jack allows you to directly monitor from your microphone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eSoft-touch capacitive mute button on body to quickly and silently mute audio at the microphone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eHigh-resolution AD convertor with 24-Bit\/96 kHz sampling rate for extremely clear, natural sound reproduction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe two-state LED indicator ring lights blue when powered and lights red when muted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDirectional pickup minimizes background noise\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIncludes custom desk stand, USB-C to USB-A cable with USB-A to USB-C adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Quality \u0026amp; Versatility - Advanced performance for creators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWith its studio-quality audio, plug-and-play USB-C operation, and enhanced features, the AT2020USB-X brings professional performance and versatility to the studios of all content creators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eStudio-quality sound for musicians\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eZero latency monitoring for podcasters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eClear LED mute indication for streamers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eEasy plug-and-play operation for remote work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20 Series Microphones - Enduring legacy of sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe AT2020USB-X exemplifies the innovation of the 20 Series - the microphone line that made professional-quality sound accessible to all creators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Resolution A\/D Converter - 24-bit\/96 kHz sampling rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe microphone's advanced analog-to-digital converter supports multiple sampling rates, with resolution up to 24-bit\/96 kHz for extremely clear, natural sound reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMute Button - Simple to silence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eA simple touch of the capacitive mute button immediately silences the microphone. 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