Audio-Technica AT2050 Multi-Pattern Mic Review / Test

Today I review a multi-pattern XLR condenser microphone from Audio Technica, the AT-2050. This thing has a cardioid, omnidirectional, and bi-directional setting, as well as a -10dB pad and a 80Hz high pass filter. In the cardioid setting, the mic has a broad boost from 2kHz - 12kHz as well as a minor low frequency beginning at around 300Hz. The mix of these characteristics makes it a bright sounding microphone. If you’re looking for that modern bright tone with multiple polar patterns, this may be the right mic for you.

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00:00 - Intro / Price
00:24 - Setup / Disclaimers
00:38 - What’s in the Box
00:53 - Build Quality
01:29 - Specifications
02:02 - Polar Pattern Switch Test
02:37 - High Pass Test
02:51 - Polar Pattern Test
03:25 - Pop Filter Test
03:33 - Background Noise Test
03:41 - Distance Test / Proximity Effect Test
03:51 - Music Test
04:30 - Pros & Cons
05:10 - Conclusion
05:50 - Recommendation
06:11 - Outro

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