Audio-Technica AT2035 Cardioid Condenser Microphone, Perfect for Studio, Podcasting & Streaming, XLR Output, Includes Custom Shock Mount

Beefy, Studio Quality microphone. Not a USB, or even 3.5mm or 6.5 plug, but the high-end mixer XLR output, which requires phantom power! This microphone is so professional quality, that it not only comes with a carrying bag, but also, its own (included) shock mount. Perfect in a recording studio setting, but, I'm using it with a desk stand, pop filter, internet radio DJ mic. Makes my radio shows just a little more quality than smaller or less professional microphones. It does mean I need more equipment to provide audio, that you don't need for a USB or PC mic, but my listeners can hear the difference. Solid, well constructed, and in some cases, like podcasting, or for that matter, internet radio broadcasting, a little overkill, but if you want to raise your recording, or streaming quality performances, this is a good price upgrade. The microphone provides nice imagery and sound quality, without, in the case of doing video, going to a larger footprint microphone that would block you from being seen behind it. I can see this microphone, built as solid as it is, and its size, being used in the studio, podcasting, or even taken on the road gigs (unless you really punish your equipment, say like Roger Daltrey (smirk)). Great microphone!

This is an excellent studio mic to have in anyone's home studio. For that matter, it's an excellent mic in a professional studio. I'm a professional recording engineer, and I've always said there are NO RULES, JUST GUIDELINES. I'm not going to go into the technical whys and how comes of what makes a great microphone. You can read the tech specs and study that for yourself. I say use your ears as the best judge as to what sounds good. For me, the AT2035 is a goto mic for a lot situations in recording voice and instruments. It's reasonably priced so you can afford to have a pair. I've used this mic in live sound as well as studio applications, both indoor and outdoor venues, and the results are no less than perfect. Clean, clear, and hits everywhere in the common frequency range of human hearing. It's a warm sounding mic; very elegant and captures the natural timbre of unprocessed, acoustic sound. I feel this is a great choice for podcasts and even live radio broadcasts. One of my favorite times in using this mic was for an acoustic classical guitar played in a stairwell at a college. I placed one in front of the player, and another on the first landing of the steps going up to the second floor to capture the natural reverb of the room. Outside of "tuning" the room with EQ there was no other processing used and the recording was spectacular. Very powerful sounding, yet all the nuances of classical guitar playing were present. Bottom line is you can't go wrong with the AT2035. If you're new to recording and trying to decide what kind of condenser mic to get - this should be a first choice for you.

Note: Mic arm and pop filter are not included with this. I was a bit unsure about which model to buy between this and the 2020, but I'm glad I went this direction. If you're looking for a solid mic for voicework, this one is good for the price point (and just in general). Audio is crisp and clear, and I haven't had a single issue with sound quality, whether it be chatting with friends or recording audio. I haven't tested how this performs with music (especially instruments), so the jury is out on that. Get yourself a decent audio mixer and either a stand or boom arm, and you're ready to rock!

I lucked out when I bought this microphone, as it was only $70 and was practically new. And I can honestly say, it was worth every penny, and then some. First things first, as this IS a condenser microphone, you HAVE to give the room you plan to record in proper treatment. Otherwise it WILL pick up a lot of reverb and background noise. I have actually surrounded the microphone itself with studio foam inside of a cardboard box. It's not the prettiest sight, but it was inexpensive and works just as well as the upwards $100 screens they sell for these. Another thing to remember is to buy a proper interface for this. Especially if you are recording on a PC. I suggest using a Line 6 Pod Studio UX1, I managed to find one of those on eBay for about $45. It has an excellent noise gate with it that filters out the background noise in real time, without giving the vocals that robotic sound that noise removal in post tends to leave. Please note, the UX1 does not supply phantom power, so you will need a phantom power supply. I use a Behringer Micro power supply P5400 with it ($20). You will also need to buy at least two XLR cables, one for the power supply, and one to connect to the interface, but you can find some decent ones around $7 -$14, so that is no big deal. As for the sound quality, it is PHENOMENAL. Every syllable comes out clearly, and distinctly. Subtle nuances in tone that some lesser mics tend leave out are crystal clear, and, best of all, it can handle high vocals without peaking as easily like my other microphones did. I managed to go to ear piercingly high pitches, and still managed to keep it from peaking. If you want high quality, professional sound, and don't feel like spending over $300, this is definitely the microphone to get.

Microfone condensador muito bom, mais suave e natural que o AT2020 - microfone de reconhecida qualidade e queridinho de home studios e podcasters. O sistema anti-vibração ajuda muito pra evitar a bagunça de baixas frequências cada vez que passa um carro na rua, quando o vizinho resolve bater os pés, enfim. Esteja ciente que é condensador e exige um ambiente propício para que ele não registre excesso de reverberação e ambiência. EXCELENTE aquisição!

Perfect for recording home studio

Great product, item as advertised.

I use it for recording audiobook. It is so good.ŵ

So far I've achieved excellent sound quality and results with acoustic instruments. Glad I spent the extra over the AT2020. A no brainer when the lower noise threshold and the inclusion of the shock mount are factored in. Unbeatable at this price level.