Audio-Technica
Audio-Technica AT2020USB-X
A entry-level usb microphone for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with 96 kHz.
52/100
96 kHzCondenser
£114best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Stand included
- Mute button
- Monitor mix knob
- Above-average bit depth
- No usb-c
- No headphone monitoring
Score profile
Scored against the usb microphones classWhere the Audio-Technica AT2020USB-X wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Audio
Sample rate96
Bit depth24
Capsule and design
TypeCondenser
Stand includedYes
Connectivity and controls
Mute buttonYes
Monitor mix knobYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowAudio-Technica AT2020USB-X vs Audio-Technica Audio-Technica AT2020USB+
Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XAudio-Technica AT2020USB+
| Audio-TechnicaAudio-Technica AT2020USB-XThis page | Audio-TechnicaAudio-Technica AT2020USB+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52 /100Better | 42 /100 |
| Sample rate khz | 96Better | 48 |
| Bit depth | 24Better | 16 |
| Type | Condenser | Condenser |
Who it's for
Is the Audio-Technica AT2020USB-X right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable usb microphone for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need usb-c, in which case a higher-tier usb microphone is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
okay
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Audio-Technica AT2020USB-X worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 52/100 against other usb microphones, a entry-level result where the class average is around 54.
What stands out on the Audio-Technica AT2020USB-X?
Its stand included stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the AT2020?
The AT2020 scores 54/100 versus this one at 52/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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