Building on the heritage of the renowned 20 Series line of studio microphones, Audio-Technica’s 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.

Element: Dynamic

Polar Pattern: Cardioid

Frequency Response: 50-15,000 Hz

Power Requirements: USB Power (5V DC)

Bit Depth: 16 bit

Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz/48 kHz

Controls: On/off Switch; Headphone Volume Control

Weight: 9.4 oz

Output Connector: USB-type/XLR-type

Headphone Jack: 3.5 mm TRS (stereo)

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)

Inculded Accessories: Stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; tripod desk stand; 6.6' (2 m) mini USB cable, 9.8' (3 m) XLRF-type to XLRM-type cable