Product Comparison: Audio-Technica AT2050 vs Rode NT2-A


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General Specifications
Brand
Audio-Technica
Rode
Model
AT2050
NT2-A
Origin
China
Australia
About the Product
The versatile AT2050 provides consistent, superior performance in switchable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight polar pattern settings. It's dual large diaphragms are gold-vaporized and aged to achieve optimum characteristics over years of use.
The NT2-A carries on the tradition forged by the now legendary RØDE NT2. A professional large 1" capsule studio microphone incorporating three-position pick-up patterns, pad and high pass filter switches conveniently located on the mic body.
Key Specs
Microphone Type
Condenser
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-of-Eight
Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-of-Eight
Minimum Frequency Response
20 Hz
20 Hz
Maximum Frequency Response
20 kHz
20 kHz
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Audio-Technica AT2050 Condenser Microphone
  • Looks classy and professional. I like polar pattern flexibility.
  • Awesome multi pattern microphone.
  • The AT2050 is good microphone, the recording sound quality is perfect.
  • The AT2050 has a clear, bright sound.
  • This microphone works great for a home studio.
Size & Weight
Height
6.69 in.
8.23 in.
Width
2.05 in.
2.17 in.
Depth
2.05 in.
2.17 in.
Weight
0.91 lbs.
1.9 lbs.
Features
Equivalent Noise Level
17 dBA
7 dBA
Maximum SPL
149 dB SPL
147 dB SPL
Output Impedance
120 Ω
200 Ω
Microphone Sensitivity
-42.0dB
-36.0dB
Interface
XLR
XLR
Extras
High performance and reliability, Large dual diaphragm capsule, Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad, Robust metal construction
Large 1” HF1 gold sputtered capsule, Ultra low noise, Internal capsule shock mounting, Includes shock mount, pop filter and dust cover
Power Options
+24V Phantom power required from mixer or inteface, +48V Phantom power required from mixer or inteface
What customers say about "Features"
Audio-Technica AT2050 Condenser Microphone
  • The switchable pattern is a great feature.
  • The quality is crisp and excellent.
  • Built in pad and high-pass filter.
  • Multi-functioning and very nice sound, coupled with a nice price.
  • It has many options and a natural sound.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
EEC, CE
EEC, CE
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