Rode NT-USB v Audio-Technica AT2020 USB PLUS Pro USB Mic Head To Head

Rode NT-USB v Audio-Technica AT2020 USB PLUS Pro USB Mic Head To Head Rode NT-USB v Audio-Technica AT2020 USB PLUS Pro USB Microphone Head To Head. Which is best? Watch the video, to see and hear the difference, then listen to the raw, unedited recordings and compare all the features at http://bit.ly/1QV7MC8 Follow these links to quickly find the microphones on your local Amazon site Rode NT-USB http://geni.us/2h1g Audio Technica AT2020USB+ http://geni.us/3C2i Hopefully this will help if you are trying to choose between these hugely popular pro quality USB microphones and decide which one is the best for you. The Rode NT-USB and the Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ are very similar in appearance, price and spec. The are both side addressed condenser USB microphones with cardioid pickup pattern. They both record at more or less the same resolution: 16-bit, 44.1 kHz though Audio-Technica can also record at 48kHz. They both have a headphone output with volume control. This feature means they are both excellent if you want to direct monitor what you are recording, with zero latency. This is essential if you want to created voiceovers or vocal tracks. Both these microphones also possess a monitor-mix fader so you can choose how much of the mic you hear, and how much of your computer signal. They both come in the box with a tripod desktop stand, and you can also attach either of them to a standard mic stand if you prefer. They even both come with a zip-up storage pouch and they are both black. So those are the similarities, what about the differences? Well the Rode NT-USB is a larger microphone, and it comes with a pop filter you can attach to the desktop stand. Then the Rode has knobs you can turn to adjust headphone volume and mix whereas the Audio-Technica microphone has dials instead. So what do they sound like? Well if you watch the video you will hear the difference. These are raw recordings with no post production at all. I have made the recordings in a normal home recording studio setting with some basic acoustic treatment on the walls. Hopefully this will help you decide which one you like best if you are struggling to choose between the two. You can also visit my web site where I have road tested all the most popular USB microphones and uploaded uncompressed audio files so that you can take a closer listen http://bit.ly/1QV7MC8 And if you are struggling to understand some of the technical terms, then these are all explained in my article on microphone types and specs which you can find here: http://bit.ly/21NET6g Iope this video and my web resources help you to choose the best professional grade USB microphone for you. Post in the comments below which of the mics you like the best. I found it difficult to choose between the two, but in the end I prefer the Audio-Technica because it is a bit neater and more portable – I do a lot of recording on the go. Visit our web site for helpful guides, hints tips and more on setting up your home recording studio: http://bit.ly/1JBIEQ3 Check out the Music Repo Channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MusicRepoCom Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicrepo Connect with us on Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1CkZGCu Find us on Pinterest: http://bit.ly/1eysFrn