Audio-Technica - AT2020

A USB mic is best. I’ve had trouble with Yeti and Windows. I use an AudioTechnica 2020 mic.

Switching from a Blue Snowball USB mic to an AT2020 and Scarlett 4i4 made a huge difference In my recordings. I have a little more control over the input so I have less to adjust in post.

Honestly, if you have a small carpeted room, or can a find a good space I think that matters more. I used a blue snowball my first 40 or so auditions and got roles. Now I have an AT2020 with a cage and interface and my music producing friend said it didnt sound that different. I dont think it does either. Oh and don't talk directly in the mic, just try to avoid popping it maybe put a sock on it or something

at2020 is pretty decent

First microphones, treated room or not, you will not go wrong with an SM57. It's not sexy, but it is effective. If you are mostly thinking vocals, try an SM58. If you take the ball off the 58, it is a 57. I like the SM57 over the 58 for instruments because it's smaller. Easier to get on a snare. You just have to be a little more careful about plosives when tracking vocals with the 57. If you want an inexpensive condenser mic, the two I like are the AT2020 and the AKG perception. A quick and dirty test for condenser mics is to A, tap the case and listen for ringing. If the case rings it's will start to work it's way in on loud sources. B, is to jingle your keys in front of the mic. This actually produces a lot of ultra sonic hash. You will be able to tell a lot about how harsh the mic is if you use it on things like cymbals. I hope this helps.

i got my first million streams (producing/mixing) with a presonus audiobox and a audio technica at-2020 mic. all together abt $250 but i was able to hone my skills using these

The At2020 is a cheap med diaphragm condenser with a pretty flat frequency response. Ive recorded plenty of vocals with it, used as a room mic, drum overhead, bass, etc. its not the greatest mic, no frills but useful and will get the job done.

I use Presonus Studio Seven and love it. I hav a few microphones That I like. My favorite studio mic is the AT 20/20. But even the Presonus Mic that came with my first bundle has its positives. A ShUre SM 58 is great for vocals as well.

Hey all, need some advice. I cut my demo on my Blue yeti USB mic. I know everyone says you shouldn't use USB mics, so i went out and bought an Audio Technica AT2020 XLR microphone and a Focusrite Solo audio interface to see the difference? Tested it out, and... the audio clips sound exactly the same to me...? Seriously, I dont hear a difference at all. I even hear a background hum in the XLR mic. (I soundproofed my studio the exact same way the last time.) Am I doing something wrong? Edit: Hey so in hindsight, maybe I should've been more clear. I never asked whether the Blue Yeti was better than the XLR. I KNOW an XLR mic is better, which is why I bought one. I was just confused because I got the right kind of equipment but wasn't seeing a difference. Thank you u/[Spriinkletoe](https://www.reddit.com/user/Spriinkletoe/) for the clarity!

AudioTechnica AT2020. Helluva budget studio mic, normal price $120, probably on sale right now for the holidays. It’s a really solid all around condenser mic, great for vox and instruments