Audio Technica 2020 vs. M-Audio Luna at DVinfo.net

Tony Hall · February 4th, 2006, 12:09 AM

I've done all the research I can do without actually trying the microphones (which I can't). I've narrowed it down to two inexpensive condensers. I want the M-Audio because I've read some good reviews, but the AT's price is really tempting.

Has anyone used these mics?

Just looking for some last minute feedback before I make my order.

Douglas Spotted Eagle · February 4th, 2006, 12:27 AM

In their categories, they are both good mics. I'd take the AT, but mostly because I just like their "sound" and they are a mic company. M-Audio certainly has great stuff, but they don't make their own mics, they're jobbered out. AT has great support, which is what attracted me to them in the first place.
my .02 anyway.

Hsien Yong · February 4th, 2006, 01:02 AM

Good advice from Doug. My vote goes to the AT too.
We bought 3 of them a year ago. And they've taken a beating and still
sound clean and crisp. A tough mic at a great price.

Tony Hall · February 4th, 2006, 02:17 AM

Thanks, I just ordered the AT... good point DSE about AT being a mic company and M-Audio "outsourcing" their mic manufacture. I just saved $100 ;)

February 4th, 2006, 12:09 AM	#1
Tony Hall Major Player Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: springfield, OH Posts: 344	Audio Technica 2020 vs. M-Audio Luna I've done all the research I can do without actually trying the microphones (which I can't). I've narrowed it down to two inexpensive condensers. I want the M-Audio because I've read some good reviews, but the AT's price is really tempting. Has anyone used these mics? Just looking for some last minute feedback before I make my order. __________________ Tony "Good taste is the enemy of creativity" - Picasso Blog: http://www.tonyhall.name

February 4th, 2006, 12:27 AM	#2
Douglas Spotted Eagle VASST Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Stockton, UT Posts: 5,648	In their categories, they are both good mics. I'd take the AT, but mostly because I just like their "sound" and they are a mic company. M-Audio certainly has great stuff, but they don't make their own mics, they're jobbered out. AT has great support, which is what attracted me to them in the first place. my .02 anyway. __________________ Douglas Spotted Eagle/Spot Author, producer, composer Certified Sony Vegas Trainer http://www.vasst.com

February 4th, 2006, 02:17 AM	#4
Tony Hall Major Player Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: springfield, OH Posts: 344	Thanks, I just ordered the AT... good point DSE about AT being a mic company and M-Audio "outsourcing" their mic manufacture. I just saved $100 ;) __________________ Tony "Good taste is the enemy of creativity" - Picasso Blog: http://www.tonyhall.name

February 4th, 2006, 01:02 AM	#3
Hsien Yong Regular Crew Join Date: May 2004 Location: Singapore Posts: 111	Good advice from Doug. My vote goes to the AT too. We bought 3 of them a year ago. And they've taken a beating and still sound clean and crisp. A tough mic at a great price.