USB Mic Comparison! ATR2500xUSB vs AT2020USB+
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- Опубліковано 6 жов 2024
- Audio Technica AT2020USB+:
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Audio Technica ATR2500xUSB:
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Mic used for this video: Audio Technica ATR2500xUSB
Editing software: Adobe Premiere Pro 2021
Edited by me
Just found this. Makes a change from men reviewing mics. Your choice of tests took me back decades to children's tv for both my children and myself.
It's easy to hear how you came to be a voice artist. So clear and bright and focused. Without putting headphones on they both did well, but the 2020 did capture your voice better.
Thank you for watching, and for your comment. I’m glad you liked the video. Growing up I hated my voice - I thought it was just me, then I realised that no one likes the sound of their own voice. But then I learnt how to control it and never looked back.
Assuming the frequencies between 30Hz and 15kHz are balanced the same between the two mics, the addition of frequencies below 30Hz and above 15kHz isn't going to make a bit of difference, because those frequencies don't exist in human voices. That only matters for musical instruments.
thx for the knowledge
Thanks for the comparison. Upon hearing your voice, it sounded so familiar and once I saw the other videos, it was obvious where I heard that before.
Beautiful voice and overall outstanding appearance, so thanks! The 2020 has an edge, sizeable when headphones used but worth the price difference only for singers, IMHO. I would rather be curious why are some reporting that the 2500x wouldn't work with the shock-mount that fits the 2020 perfectly. I cant get that...
You can try, but there are grooves in the at2020 that the shock mount snaps to therefore providing grip tp hold the mic in place, the atr2500x doesn’t have them. On top of that, the buttons on the atr2500x would probably be in the way of the shock mount.
A very helpful review, thank you! Also you have a great voice.
Thank you so much for your kind words!
@@pksji I chose the AT2020USB+ after this review, and I don't regret it. I replaced a faulty AT2035 and an interface that was gradually breaking down.
From my end it sounded like the atr2500x either had some pitch correction or your higher range sounded better on this mic. some parts sounded flat with the at2020. Just a theory and opinion. Great video
They’re separate recordings and I did go flat with the 2020. 2500x was not pitch corrected - my pitching was just correct that’s all. There’s no processing of any kind on any of these recordings. They’re all raw, bad pitching and all.
The 2500X has static in it, it can be heard while wearing hign end headphones, the 2020 is clean
Thank you for your comparison, you made me able to decide which is good for me. Thanks again!
Thank you for watching and for your comment. I’m glad you found the video helpful. All the best to you.
BTW I went for the Elgato Wave 3. I hope I made the right choice😅@@lyrabeins-stewartvoiceover2311
Love the 2020 usb, love the singing on that. Cheers
Thank you for this comparison!
come for the review, stay for the singing.
Do I need an audio interface for either mics? Or I can just plug and use it right away?
Love the video btw, very helpful 🙏
Thank you! No you don’t need an audio interface for USB mics. All the best!
Thanks for the video! I've got an ATR2500 (non-x, think this mic is older than some of my relatives) and was considering splurging on an AT2020USB+ for when the budget allows. I mostly chat online and stream but the notion of doing some voice work on the side is highly appealing. The 2020 sounded much clearer and had a bit more precise localisation (i.e. less of that very pronounced proximity effect on your 2500x recording), just think that it'll be better for singing overall. Also seems like the 2020 is less prone to clipping loud signals than the 2500x? That's one major issue I've had with the silver 2500.
Thank you for your comment! The AT2020 for me has been a great workhorse and really offers great value in a USB mic. I have tried various USB mics and this is so far, the best, in my opinion. If you’d like to go the phantom power route (ie. connecting your mic to the computer through an audio interface), you might want to consider the AT2035. I’ll be posting a review on that mic really soon.
@@lyrabeins-stewartvoiceover2311Have you been use AKG Lyra as well? Can you compare with at2020 usb in term of vocal voice.
Obrigado pela dica
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Very great video, very informative. Both mics are great! I’m thinking of the ATR2500. Now I must say u are very beautiful with a very beautiful voice. Love the singing and Thank u for the vid.
Amazing video
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Thank you. It was really helpful
Now an influencer. Kudos!
How would the ATR2500x compare to the At2020usb-x? The ATR2500x is half the price of the AT2020usb-x over here. Advice, please
Rode NT USB mini vs. audio technica atr2500x usb, which is better maam? THANK YOU so much!
I have never used the rode NT USB mini but I have used the regular one - the rode NT USB. I personally found the ATR2500x USB better in terms of sound quality but for a little bit more you could get the at2020 USB + which actually has more to offer.
@@lyrabeins-stewartvoiceover2311 Thank you maam
For a starter for someone who is planning to do some voiceover and podcast, which one will you recommend?
If you don’t want to spend on audio hardware, then the at2020usb+ is a great all rounder. USB straight into your computer. But if you have audio hardware ie. an audio interface, you might want to look at the at2035. It comes with a shock mount and sounds great!
Where can one buy the shock mount for AT2020USB+ and also would you recommend to use a pop filter....
Shock mount can be purchased through Audio Technica authorised dealers. And yes, a pop filter is always a good idea, so plosives like Ps, Ts and Qs are less harsh. Mic technique is also important.
wow you can sing well thanks
Thank you - very kind of you to say!
Have you tried the "Rode NT USB", "Rode NT USB+" and "Audio Technica AT2020 USB-X"? If you have tried it, which of these five options do you think is better?
Thanks for your message. I tried the Rode NT USB and wasn’t impressed to be honest. It’s got a very metallic sound. I much prefer the at2020 USB +. I haven’t tried the other two so cannot comment on them.
AT2020USB+ Sounds waaay better
I agree with you! I also love it because it’s so versatile! And now that the SG price difference is minimal, you get way more bang for your buck with the AT2020USB+!
Can i have the link to buy the adapter that you use? Coz i also want to connect my Iphone with this mic..and i want to ask if both mic has its own pitch correction/filter?
mics don’t have such a filter. You can just look for the adaptor at any apple store if you’re using iPhone or any computer store if you’re using android.
@@lyrabeins-stewartvoiceover2311 what type of adapter is that?
Can you do RODE NT USB VS AT2020USB+
Hello! Thank you for asking! Unfortunately I sold my Rode NT USB. I can tell you though, that the Rode was disappointing to be honest. I do have some comparison recordings I did before I sold my Rode. Let me throw something together for a comparison.
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im a begginer which one is ur recommended?
What are you a beginner at? Podcasts, singing or voice acting?
@@lyrabeins-stewartvoiceover2311 VOICE ACTING
@@BoxingBallNation the AT2020 USB + is better value in my opinion. It’s good for recording demos, practice and in future when you start getting work, you can also add on a suspension mount which is crucial for paid recordings. Of course you also would need to ensure you have a space low noise and some acoustic treatment as these mics are extremely sensitive. If your space isn’t to best in this regard, you might want to consider a shotgun mic. You can check out the audio Technica AT897 which is a tad more expensive than the AT2020USB+. I wish you all the best!
Hi, will the AT2020 USB+ also work & be compatible with iPad Air 4?
I don’t see why not. As long as there’s a lightning connection and you have the lightning to camera adaptor from apple it should be fine.
@@lyrabeins-stewartvoiceover2311 Great, thanks!
Does it work well for singing with mobile as it's type c for atr2500x
Thanks for your message! The ATR2500x is connected via USB-C on the mic end so it is of no consequence when using with a mobile phone. Important thing is to get the correct adaptor to connect with your mobile phone. I hope this answers your question. 😊
@@lyrabeins-stewartvoiceover2311 thanks going for atr2500x , hope it meets my expectations
@@yogeshgore3941 just curious - why did you decide on the atr2500x?
@@lyrabeins-stewartvoiceover2311 I'm primarily looking for singing, home recording , and wanted to record unplugged covers
Got across multiple reviews and found this well withing my budget
Let me know if you have better suggestion within the range and which can fulfill my need
And apart from other available products for condenser mic , audio technica is always better with diaphragm it covers and the crispy sound it produce is all I need
Please help me to have the one close to my requirement
Do these mics work on windows 10 /11
Windows 10, yes. Can’t say for 11 as I’ve yet to update my OS.
@@lyrabeins-stewartvoiceover2311 thank you
which one is better in your opinion?
To me, the better all-rounder would be the AT2020USB+. Some prefer a higher bit depth and sampling rate and if that the case, it’ll be the ATR2500xUSB. But the frequency response on the AT-2020USB+ is better, plus, its use is more scaleable, in that, should you prefer, you can use it with a suspension mount. So it really depends on what you want out of a mic. If you were to ask me which one I’d choose between the two, it’ll be the AT2020USB+. I hope this answers your question somehow. 😊
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