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Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone
Recommended Uses For Product | Video Conference, Singing, Karaoke |
Brand | Audio-Technica |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Connector Type | USB, XLR |
Special Feature | musical instrument, vocals, recording equipment |
Compatible Devices | Personal Computer, Headphone, Headphone, Personal Computer |
Color | silver |
Included Components | Stand Clamp For 5/8"-27 Threaded Stands, 10' Xlr To Xlr Cable, Audio-Technica Atr2100-Usb Cardioid Dynamic Usb Microphone, Limited Lifetime Warranty, Tripod Desk Stand, 6.6' Mini Usb Cable See more |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
Item Weight | 1.7 Pounds |
About this item
- 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 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 your microphone output without audible delay
- Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of unwanted sounds from the sides and rear; System requirements Macintosh MAC OS X, USB 1.0 or 2.0, 64 MB RAM minimum, Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7, USB 1.0 or 2.0, 64 MB RAM minimum
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Product information
Microphone Form Factor | Microphone Only |
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Item dimensions L x W x H | 7.9 x 2.2 x 10.62 inches |
Power Source | USB |
Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Material | samsung |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 80 dB |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Number of Channels | 1 |
Item Weight | 1.7 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 7.9 x 2.2 x 10.62 inches |
ASIN | B004QJOZS4 |
Item model number | ATR2100-USB |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #35,656 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #104 in Multipurpose Dynamic Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | March 8, 2011 |
Color Name | silver |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Material Type | samsung |
Mixer Channel Quantity | 5 |
Size | case |
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Product Description
The Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone is 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 conventional microphone input for use in live performance. The microphone plugs right into your computer USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favorite recording software. The ATR2100-USB also offers a quality analog-to-digital converter for excellent fidelity, and a headphone output with level control for monitoring with no audible delay. 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. Low-mass diaphragm provides excellent frequency response
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Sound quality | 4.4 | 5.0 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
Volume control | 4.1 | 5.0 | — | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.8 |
Value for money | — | — | 3.9 | 4.6 | 4.1 | 4.4 |
For beginners | 4.2 | — | — | 4.3 | — | 4.4 |
Quality of material | — | — | 4.2 | 4.5 | 3.1 | — |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Lifestyle by Focus | Amazon.com | Lifestyle by Focus |
power source | USB | Corded Electric | Usb-c | Usb Microphone | Usb-c | Usb Microphone |
connectivity tech | USB | USB | USB, XLR | USB, XLR | USB and XLR Outputs | USB |
connector type | USB, XLR | USB | XLR/USB | 3.5 mm Jack, USB, XLR | USB Type-C | 3.5 mm Jack, USB, XLR |
model number | ATR2100-USB | AT2040USB | Q9U | SAQ2U | ATR Series | NA |
battery quantity | 1 lithium ion | — | 1 lithium polymer, 1 lithium ion | 1 lithium ion | 1 lithium ion | — |
signal-to-noise ratio | 80 decibels | — | 78 decibels | 70 decibels | 192 hertz | 80 decibels |
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Customers like the sound quality, performance, and value of the microphone. They mention that it does a great job in reducing noises faraway, it's a professional-quality microphone, and that it'll fit any standard. Some are satisfied with ease of assembly. However, some customers have mixed opinions on build quality, usb connectivity, and stand.
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Customers like the sound quality of the microphone. They say the voice frequencies are richer, and the microphone does a great job in reducing noises far away. They also say that it works well, is reasonably quiet, and has good overall sound. Customers are also impressed with the recording quality, saying that it's superb, and there is no humming or hissing from the mic when it''s idle. They are also thrilled with the quality of recorded narration, saying it'll produce clear results.
"...What's more, there is no delay in the sound getting from the mic to the computer to the headphones, which I understand can happen with other types..." Read more
"...DOES THE JOB FOR ME: With this mic not picking up any background noise and with a mic windscreen on it, when i edit my sounds i never have to clean..." Read more
"...Audio quality, even in my room with a fair amount of echo, is smooth and clear both to me and people online...." Read more
"...The voice frequencies are much richer talking closer to it, although the mic is also more likely to pick up your breathing, so I ended up buying a..." Read more
Customers like the mic quality. They say it's a fantastic microphone, an excellent choice entry level microphone, and perfect for podcasts. Some say it makes for a great recording experience and is good enough for recording with modest ambitions.
"...Which is why its great for a podcast radio station, or on stage or for instruments where you want to pick up only the nearby targeted sounds and not..." Read more
"...The USB interface makes install simple and the mic is plug-and-play, so no need to fiddle with downloading drivers or anything like that...." Read more
"...This microphone is great for any amateur podcaster or let's player, since you're probably not going to have access to a quiet recording studio...." Read more
"...In conclusion, the mic is perfect for an in-home studio on a budget, but I would recommend buying a sturdier mic stand so you don't run the risk of..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the microphone. They say it's usable, works perfectly, and is consistent reliable. Some say that the stand included works great and is sensitive and capable.
"...Pros:Great, expensive looking design.UNBEATABLE price to performance ratio.AMAZING sound quality...." Read more
"...AND YES ITS GOOD FOR SINGING TOO, VERY GOOD...." Read more
"...background sound is eliminated, my voice sounds nice, clear and proffesional...." Read more
"...Its performance was consistently reliable, making it a staple in my audio setup...." Read more
Customers find the value of the microphone excellent, great, and flexible. They say it's a cheap investment for better sound quality and has an expensive look.
"...The mic has a very professional and expensive look to it, it features mostly an all-metal design except for the buttons on the front where there is..." Read more
"This is an amazing mic for the price. I'm a budding podcaster and podcast editor and this mic beats a Sno Ball & Blue Yeti hands down...." Read more
"...All in all, I think this is a great value for an under $100 mic. I'm pleased with everything but the stand, which I'll remedy soon enough...." Read more
"...This is a great beginner microphone and your money is well spent on this microphone...." Read more
Customers find the microphone easy to set up and use. They say it's plug-and-play, works with all computers, and has great sound quality. Some customers also mention that it'll work with their Windows 10 laptop without any drivers.
"...AMAZING sound quality.Easy to setup and use.Cons:No gain knob (not a big deal).Cheap Tripod." Read more
"...Super easy to set up, too. Just plug the USB into your computer and you're good to go." Read more
"I've only used it a few times but set up on an iMac is simple and straightforward. I like the 3.5mm jack for connecting headphones...." Read more
"...No Drivers needed Plug and play im using this with windows 10...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the build quality of the microphone. Some mention it's amazing quality at a low price, well built, and easy to use. The entire body is made of high quality aluminum with the exception of the plastic strip that houses the mic. However, others say that it'd be better off buying a different microphone.
"...The mic has a very professional and expensive look to it, it features mostly an all-metal design except for the buttons on the front where there is..." Read more
"...Quality and a cheaper price is something it definitely delivers on...." Read more
"...It appears to easily breakable.4. Technically when connected to your PC Windows sets up the mic as the default output sound device...." Read more
"...The mic itself appears to be well constructed and when I took the screen cover off was surprised at how many turns it took...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the USB connectivity of the microphone. Some mention that it has a headphone jack so they can monitor as they record, and the USB cable is standard and about 5 feet long. However, others say that the USB connection doesn't work after a few short days, and there was also some slop in the connection.
"...It also features a headphone jack for instant monitoring, and a volume up and down to adjust the sounds coming out of the headphones jack...." Read more
"...A buyer left a review that the usb connection don't work after a few short days with Windows giving "you usb device has malfunction, please replace..." Read more
"...I like the 3.5mm jack for connecting headphones. It comes with an XLRM to XLRF cable if you need it but the USB is easier of ray use...." Read more
"...hardware I've come to the conclusion that there really must be a faulty connection with the type-B USB port in the microphone...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the stand. Some mention it's great that it comes with a little tripod stand, while others say that it'll not be good for their needs.
"...The Table stand how ever kinda sucks, but it does its job of holding the mic no wobbles, no vibrations, it does not tilt forward or backward in a..." Read more
"...Apogee MiC (all respect to Apogee, a wonderful company) and comes with all the extras: tripod stand, both USB and XLR cables of realistic length,..." Read more
"...Unfortunately I'm not particularly fond of the included stand...." Read more
"...It comes with a desk-stand, but I highly recommend getting a mic arm: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DY1F2CS/..." Read more
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The audio this microphone produces is crisp and clear. You may have to fiddle around with the gain settings as this mic is SUPER sensitive and picks up much of the background noise, but that's all fixable. Also, if you plan on putting your mouth up close to this thing (like 3/4 of a foot away), you may want to invest in a pop filter.
Installation is quick and easy, as it is a Plug-N-Play, and automatically downloads the drivers for you. When you first install the mic, make sure to go to your audio settings and set your speakers/headphones as the primary listening device and the ATR 2500 as the primary recording device or your computer will try to play audio through the mic, which we all know won't happen.
The mic has a very professional and expensive look to it, it features mostly an all-metal design except for the buttons on the front where there is plastic. Speaking of the buttons, there is NO gain knob, you have to adjust the gain through your computers settings, which is really not a big deal. It also features a headphone jack for instant monitoring, and a volume up and down to adjust the sounds coming out of the headphones jack. The tripod is a bit wonky and cheap feeling as it is mainly plastic and can barely support the microphone, but it gets the job done.
All in all this is a GREAT microphone and I advise you to purchase one before they sell out. QUIT PROCRASTINATING. This mic's quality is on the level of Blue Yetis or even more.
Pros:
Great, expensive looking design.
UNBEATABLE price to performance ratio.
AMAZING sound quality.
Easy to setup and use.
Cons:
No gain knob (not a big deal).
Cheap Tripod.
Comparatively, the Sno Ball picks up every background hum and sometimes random sound frequencies so the finished audio track will contain constant fuzz behind vocals that only goes away if the speaker mutes themselves. When using a Sno Ball, it's not always apparent during a live recording, but the audio track will have picked it up. And since it's underneath the vocals, an editor can only do so much without turning the speaker into sounding like a robot. The only thing I would recommend this mic for would be for better-than-a-cheap-headset sounding Skype, Discord or TeamSpeak/Vent conversations but not for audio recordings.
The Blue Yeti picks up every single background noise but is usually pretty good with not picking up buzz. Got a squeaky door? Chair? Scratch an itch on your arm or face when you're near the mic? Drop a pen? You got it, the Yeti will pick all of that up with enthusiasm. The audio quality is really decent, however, but, dang, if it doesn't want to record absolutely every sound that occurs within the room.
This mic, the Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB, since it uses a cardioid polar pattern, doesn't pick up any noise from the sides or rear, making background noise pick-up very minimal. I have it right next to and slightly in front of my desktop and it never picks up the hum of the fans or noises from the processor. I've heard from musician friends that this is a challenging mic to work with on stage as a singer because you basically have to inhale the mic to be heard, but for podcasting, I find that the closer I get to the mic, the more pronounced my pops are. I can be a good 6 inches away and my vocal quality is great, without the pops.
When I first got into podcasting, the reason I ended up choosing this mic as my starter mic was because all the podcasting equipment advice I kept researching pointed to this mic over a Yeti for overall sound quality and a better price point. Quality and a cheaper price is something it definitely delivers on. This mic will last me a really long time and couldn't be happier about my purchase of it almost a year ago. If you're serious about wanting really good audio with little hassle (especially in post), I highly recommend this mic. Super easy to set up, too. Just plug the USB into your computer and you're good to go.
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El material del micrófono se siente de un aluminio robusto y resistente y tiene buen peso.
Me parece que el ART2500 es ideal para grabaciones de podcast porque lo puedes conectar muy rápido mediante usb sin la necesidad de una interfaz de audio. Mientras que el AT2020 me parece más útil para grabación de canto en estudio.
Yo lo uso en mi macbook pro 2017 y con logic pro 10.4.5. El dispositivo se detecta al instante. Pero como no se conecta a una interfaz de audio, debes regular el gain desde las opciones de sonido del sistema. Los botones de volumen del micrófono me parece que son para ajustar los monitores, pues tienen una conexión directa para audífonos.
Lo único no tan bueno es la base que incluye, pues es de plástico y se siente algo frágil. De momento me ha funcionado bien, pero al transportarla hay que tener cuidado de no lastimarla.
Si tu intención es utilizar este micrófono para tu podcast te lo recomiendo 100%.
Reviewed in Mexico on August 13, 2019
El material del micrófono se siente de un aluminio robusto y resistente y tiene buen peso.
Me parece que el ART2500 es ideal para grabaciones de podcast porque lo puedes conectar muy rápido mediante usb sin la necesidad de una interfaz de audio. Mientras que el AT2020 me parece más útil para grabación de canto en estudio.
Yo lo uso en mi macbook pro 2017 y con logic pro 10.4.5. El dispositivo se detecta al instante. Pero como no se conecta a una interfaz de audio, debes regular el gain desde las opciones de sonido del sistema. Los botones de volumen del micrófono me parece que son para ajustar los monitores, pues tienen una conexión directa para audífonos.
Lo único no tan bueno es la base que incluye, pues es de plástico y se siente algo frágil. De momento me ha funcionado bien, pero al transportarla hay que tener cuidado de no lastimarla.
Si tu intención es utilizar este micrófono para tu podcast te lo recomiendo 100%.
I use a pop filter and had an external mic stand to use with it.
I haven't tested it with the mic stand it comes with as it does seem fairly cheap and I did have access to a microphone stand already.
My recommendation would be to pickup an mic stand / control arm and a pop filter -- and you'll be good to go! Overall, for the price, this is an excellent entry level microphone for someone who's looking to get into podcasting, streaming, or recording external audio for videos of all sorts.