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title: "Audio-Technica AT2005USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone,Black"
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# Built-in headphone monitoring Dual USB & XLR outputs Cardioid dynamic pattern Audio-Technica AT2005USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone,Black

**Brand:** audio-technica
**Price:** € 153.46
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎤 Elevate your voice, own every room — studio or stage!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Audio-Technica AT2005USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone,Black by audio-technica
- **How much does it cost?** € 153.46 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- audio-technica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audio-technica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rugged & Portable Design:** Take your studio-quality sound from home to stage with confidence and style.
- • **Seamless USB & XLR Connectivity:** Plug directly into your PC or pro sound system without missing a beat.
- • **Noise-Cancelling Cardioid Pattern:** Focus on your voice, block out distracting background noise effortlessly.
- • **Zero-Latency Headphone Monitoring:** Hear yourself in real-time with built-in headphone jack and volume control.
- • **Pro-Level Sound Quality at a Value:** Competes with premium mics but won’t break your budget—upgrade your audio game now.

## Overview

The Audio-Technica AT2005USB is a versatile handheld dynamic microphone featuring dual USB and XLR outputs for seamless digital and analog connectivity. Its cardioid polar pattern minimizes background noise, making it ideal for podcasting, streaming, live performance, and field recording. With built-in headphone monitoring and volume control, it offers zero-latency feedback for precise audio control. Rugged and portable, this mic delivers professional-grade sound quality at an accessible price point, trusted by creators and pros alike.

## Description

Building on the heritage of the renowned 20 Series line of studio microphones, Audio-Technica’s new AT2005USB is an all-purpose microphone designed to take you from the stage to the studio and beyond. This rugged handheld microphone offers two outputs, USB output for digital recording, and an XLR output that connects with a sound system’s conventional microphone input for use in live performance. The microphone plugs right into your computer’s USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favorite recording software. The AT2005USB also offers a quality analog-to-digital converter for excellent fidelity, and a headphone output with level control for monitoring. Its cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of unwanted sounds from the sides and rear. The microphone is ideal for live performance, podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, and voiceover use.

Review: Great Podcasting/Streaming Mic with room to grow! - I recently got this mic after envying the sound quality one of my cohosts had on the podcast we run together. I had previously been using the Blue Snowball, and the sound quality was "robotic" for lack of a better word. No amount of editing was helping to eliminate that effect. My teammates in games also complained that when I got loud over something exciting, it was very annoying and shrill. With the at2005usb mic, I sound like I am right there in the room! No distortion. No issues at all. Best part? I just opened the package, mounted it on my boom arm and plugged in the usb. I didn't need to to do anything from a software point of view either! I just started recording that night on audacity! This mic being a dynamic cardioid mic, my teammates never hear my mechanical keyboard clicking, since it only picks up sounds directly in front of it. If you live in a noisey house or appartment, this mic will help cut out all that extra noise that you and your audience want none of. I do run a little bit of a noise gate via Voicemeeter Banana, but you really should not have to. A boom arm is 100% recommended for gaming with this mic, if you are a streamer. A cheap $20 boom will easily support this mic. The reason I said this mic has room to grow, is the ability to also use this mic with an XLR setup. That requires more investment in the mix amp and phantom power though, so I am in no rush on that front. This thing sounds great via usb already! This mic competes with the Blue Yeti or HyperX quadcast on price, but competes with much more expensive mics in terms of sound quality! I'd recommend this to anyone interested in sounding good, be it for podcasting, youtubing, streaming, voice over work, etc. Update in 2024: I am still using this same mic with ZERO issues. I have upgraded every part of my setup from the PC, to the peripherals, monitor, desk... everything. But not this mic. Because it just works. And it's cheaper now than it was 5 years back. If you are on the fence, just buy it.
Review: A Fabulous Value! - I have been a professional syndicator for 20 years working out of Nashville, and purchased this mic to use with my iPad for field recordings. The mic sounds good with it's own built in pre-amps through the USB and frankly, was everything I had hoped for when doing work outside the studio. It even has a headphone jack for live monitoring with zero latency. Sweet. On a lark, I decided to swap it out with my Electrovoice RE-20 on air studio mic. For this test I used the XLR connection instead of the USB, and ran it through the same audio chain as the RE-20. WOW...was I surprised! I think most listeners would not be able to guess which is the RE-20 and which is the AT2005. In fact it sounded so good, I just did a full show with it. It has a pleasantly warm low end and a clean high end that isn't tinny or irritating. Well balanced and perfectly to my liking. Note, it will sound much better using the XLR connection with a good board and digital converter, than it does through it's own internal pre's with USB, but this mic is a tremendous value no matter how you size it up. If you want to use it on the iPad, purchase the Apple camera connection kit and use the USB connector to simply plug it right in. This is an undocumented feature of the new iPad 3 (haven't tested the iPad 2) but it works like a champ. I use an app called AudioMemos that has some nice audio boosting features which you will find handy, as the audio levels can be a bit low when recording through the USB port. That said, this mic works with all the apps I've tried so far, even iMovie. So yes, you could shoot hi-def video interviews with this mic and an iPad 3. Just add a mic flag and you're all set. The only other thing you may want for video interviews is a Tri-pod mount. I use the Tournez2 carbon fiber mount by Joy Factory, available here on desertcart for under $70 bucks, but there are cheaper options too. Lastly, the AT2005USB includes a long thin USB cable (which comes in handy when connected to the iPad for interviews), an XLR cable, a small folding stand and a zippered pouch. You will likely want to get a foam windscreen for it to cut down on "p-pops". Nice job Audio-Technica. This is my new favorite mic!

## Features

- Handheld dynamic microphone with USB digital output and XLR analog output
- USB output connects to your computer for digital recording, while the XLR output connects with your sound system"s conventional microphone input for use in live performance
- Smooth, extended frequency response ideally suited for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, voiceover, and on-stage use
- Built-in headphone jack allows you to directly monitor from your microphone
- Adjust headphone volume with easy-to-use controls on the bottom of the microphone

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B007JX8O0Y |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,532 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #40 in Multipurpose Dynamic Microphones |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,207) |
| Date First Available | March 13, 2012 |
| Frequency Response | 15000 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00042005175154 |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.9 pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 9.6 x 9.6 x 2.6 inches |
| Item model number | Audio-Technica AT2005USB |
| Manufacturer | Audio Technica |
| Microphone Form Factor | Microphone Only |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Power Source | USB\,AC |
| Product Dimensions | 9.6 x 9.6 x 2.6 inches |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 80 dB |
| UPC | 660845711259 042005175154 617762177118 316425774755 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Audio-Technica
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Headphone, Personal Computer
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Connector Type:** USB, XLR
- **Model Name:** Audio-Technica
- **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Karaoke, Singing, Video Conference
- **Special Feature:** Mute Function, Voice Activated Recording

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Podcasting/Streaming Mic with room to grow!
*by A***R on May 7, 2019*

I recently got this mic after envying the sound quality one of my cohosts had on the podcast we run together. I had previously been using the Blue Snowball, and the sound quality was "robotic" for lack of a better word. No amount of editing was helping to eliminate that effect. My teammates in games also complained that when I got loud over something exciting, it was very annoying and shrill. With the at2005usb mic, I sound like I am right there in the room! No distortion. No issues at all. Best part? I just opened the package, mounted it on my boom arm and plugged in the usb. I didn't need to to do anything from a software point of view either! I just started recording that night on audacity! This mic being a dynamic cardioid mic, my teammates never hear my mechanical keyboard clicking, since it only picks up sounds directly in front of it. If you live in a noisey house or appartment, this mic will help cut out all that extra noise that you and your audience want none of. I do run a little bit of a noise gate via Voicemeeter Banana, but you really should not have to. A boom arm is 100% recommended for gaming with this mic, if you are a streamer. A cheap $20 boom will easily support this mic. The reason I said this mic has room to grow, is the ability to also use this mic with an XLR setup. That requires more investment in the mix amp and phantom power though, so I am in no rush on that front. This thing sounds great via usb already! This mic competes with the Blue Yeti or HyperX quadcast on price, but competes with much more expensive mics in terms of sound quality! I'd recommend this to anyone interested in sounding good, be it for podcasting, youtubing, streaming, voice over work, etc. Update in 2024: I am still using this same mic with ZERO issues. I have upgraded every part of my setup from the PC, to the peripherals, monitor, desk... everything. But not this mic. Because it just works. And it's cheaper now than it was 5 years back. If you are on the fence, just buy it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Fabulous Value!
*by N***R on June 17, 2012*

I have been a professional syndicator for 20 years working out of Nashville, and purchased this mic to use with my iPad for field recordings. The mic sounds good with it's own built in pre-amps through the USB and frankly, was everything I had hoped for when doing work outside the studio. It even has a headphone jack for live monitoring with zero latency. Sweet. On a lark, I decided to swap it out with my Electrovoice RE-20 on air studio mic. For this test I used the XLR connection instead of the USB, and ran it through the same audio chain as the RE-20. WOW...was I surprised! I think most listeners would not be able to guess which is the RE-20 and which is the AT2005. In fact it sounded so good, I just did a full show with it. It has a pleasantly warm low end and a clean high end that isn't tinny or irritating. Well balanced and perfectly to my liking. Note, it will sound much better using the XLR connection with a good board and digital converter, than it does through it's own internal pre's with USB, but this mic is a tremendous value no matter how you size it up. If you want to use it on the iPad, purchase the Apple camera connection kit and use the USB connector to simply plug it right in. This is an undocumented feature of the new iPad 3 (haven't tested the iPad 2) but it works like a champ. I use an app called AudioMemos that has some nice audio boosting features which you will find handy, as the audio levels can be a bit low when recording through the USB port. That said, this mic works with all the apps I've tried so far, even iMovie. So yes, you could shoot hi-def video interviews with this mic and an iPad 3. Just add a mic flag and you're all set. The only other thing you may want for video interviews is a Tri-pod mount. I use the Tournez2 carbon fiber mount by Joy Factory, available here on Amazon for under $70 bucks, but there are cheaper options too. Lastly, the AT2005USB includes a long thin USB cable (which comes in handy when connected to the iPad for interviews), an XLR cable, a small folding stand and a zippered pouch. You will likely want to get a foam windscreen for it to cut down on "p-pops". Nice job Audio-Technica. This is my new favorite mic!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent mic for podcast, radio broadcast And vocals
*by V***L on September 14, 2014*

In the beginning, I bought a CAD U37 mic thinking that it would be a good mic for broadcast And that it would have that warm bassy voice but then I larned it was a condenser mic (it used make my voice sond pretty dry or cold, and it was way too sensitive. It could even pick up a fart 12 meters away) . I then searched for lots of videos And I realized that I needed a dynamic microphone. In fact it was there that I learned what was dynamic and condenser and cardioid. I was looking for a cheap alternative to the Shure SM7B which in my opinion is the best vocal & broadcast microphone ever made. I came across this At2005 USB model and it sounds pretty close to the SM7B, it's USB, and the price is 7 times less. This microphone is excellent because it has that warm bassy sound and captures your voice the way people hear it. It is of excellent heavy quality and does not pick up any unwanted noise instead just your voice. It does come with an xlr cable but I'd suggest getting yourself a high quality one separately. It comes with a plastic tripod, very cheap and delicate. Better get a proper mic stand or boom arm for your desk usage. Other than that, the microphone is excellent and I would buy any other audio technica product eyes closed.

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