Owner's Manual

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Thank you for buying the Audio-Technica AT2020USB
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Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone.
Equipped with a USB output, this microphone is designed for digitally capturing music or any acoustic
audio source using your favorite recording software. The AT2020USB
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offers studio-quality articulation
and intelligibility perfect for home studio recording, field recording, podcasting, and voiceover use.
The AT2020USB
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features a built-in headphone jack with volume control that allows you to directly
monitor your microphone signal with no delay. It also offers mix control that blends microphone and
pre-recorded audio. The microphone’s cardioid pickup pattern delivers excellent off-axis rejection,
while its A/D converter with a 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate ensures extremely articulate sound
reproduction.
Audio-Technica’s state-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensure that the microphone
complies with the company’s renowned consistency and reliability standards.
Features
• Condenser microphone with USB output for digital recording
• High quality A/D and D/A converter with 16 bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate for superb audio
• Headphone jack with volume control allows you to monitor the microphone signal with no delay
• Mix control allows you to blend your microphone signal and pre-recorded audio
• High-output internal headphone amplifier delivers superior clarity and musical detail as well as
more volume overall
• Smooth, extended frequency response ideally suited for podcasting, home studio recording,
field recording and voiceover use
• Compatible with Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000 and Mac OS X
• Tripod desk stand with folding legs for secure and easily portable tabletop use
Introduction