Product Comparison: Audio-Technica AT2035 vs AKG P220


General Specifications
Brand
Audio-Technica
AKG
Model
AT2035
P220
Origin
China
Austria
About the Product
Designed for critical home/project/professional studio applications and live performance, this side-address cardioid studio condenser delivers exceptional detail and low noise.
The P220 is a large-diaphragm true condenser microphone offering a warm and clear sound for lead vocals, acoustic guitar and brass instruments. A switchable bass-cut filter and attenuation pad make it perfectly suited for use on loud sound sources with sound pressure levels up to 155dB SPL.
Key Specs
Microphone Type
Condenser
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Cardioid
Minimum Frequency Response
20 Hz
20 Hz
Maximum Frequency Response
20 kHz
20 kHz
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Audio-Technica AT2035 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
  • This is really easy to set up and use.
  • It's a good looking and great sounding microphone.
  • Brilliant microphone, amazing quality.
  • Great product, great sound and worth the purchase.
  • Brilliant condenser microphone, very high quality and clear.
AKG P220 High-Performance Condenser Microphone
  • Audio recording is very clear.
  • This microphone from AKG is an excellent product, I recommend very solid materials, the case, the sensitivity of the microphone very good in terms of quality and price.
  • I love this mic, sound quality so good.
  • Beautiful sound quality, satisfied!
  • The p220 is extremely versatile, it has an incredible frequency response that sounds bright and flat.
Size & Weight
Height
6.69 in.
6.5 in.
Width
2.05 in.
2.13 in.
Depth
2.05 in.
2.13 in.
Weight
0.88 lbs.
1.17 lbs.
Features
Equivalent Noise Level
12 dBA
16 dBA
Maximum SPL
148 dB SPL
155 dB SPL
Output Impedance
120 Ω
200 Ω
Microphone Sensitivity
-33.0dB
-34.0dB
Interface
XLR
XLR
Power Options
+48V Phantom power required from mixer or inteface
+48V Phantom power required from mixer or inteface
Extras
Large diaphragm, High SPL Handling, Custom shock mount, Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad
Large 1" capsule, All Metal Construction, Switchable Bass-cut filter, Switchable attenuation pad
What customers say about "Features"
Audio-Technica AT2035 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
  • Comes with a nice shock mount and very well packaged.
  • This microphone provides crisp recording of vocals.
  • The build quality is very good and sturdy, producing very low interference which is a huge plus.
  • This mic has a very natural sound and is suitable for many recordings such as voice, guitar, overheads, sax.
  • Rock solid build quality and very low self noise.
AKG P220 High-Performance Condenser Microphone
  • It has a balanced tone. Records everything natural. Bass and clarity in vocals recording.
  • Great microphone. Sensitive capsule and full sound.
  • Excellent quality, good material.
  • Very good microphone and very good quality.
  • The microphone feels very professional of a very good weight and in quality recording is excellent.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
EEC, CE
EEC, CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
MSRP
155.00 $
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