Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

The AT2020 from Audio-Technica brings everything you’d want a mic to do—all at an attainable price point to jumpstart your project studio. With its classic 120-degree cardioid polar pattern tuned perfectly for vocals, this microphone is a solid choice for podcasters, singers, and streamers alike. And thanks to its excellent resolution, you can also use this workhorse for instrument and sound effect recording. The 124-decibel dynamic range ensures plenty of headroom for detail, and thanks to the low 74-decibel signal-to-noise ratio you can feel confident that the sound it's picking up is accurate and artifact-free. The AT2020 looks the part too, with an all-black, cylinder-chassis design that’s reminiscent of higher-end studio microphones. Plus, it ships with a threaded adapter, stand mount, and a soft pouch to keep it protected in storage or transit.