Is it worth $50 more? Audio Technica showdown! (AT2020 vs AT2035)

[@evearyt9214]

wait what??? I was about to look at the comments and you have under 1000 views for such great quality, great review, great info.

[@RebelTech1990]

Thanks for checking out the video! I'm sure it will get some traction one day. I'm still a very small channel so YT doesn't recommend my stuff that much. Maybe after I get monetized it will change. Do you have any Audio Technica Mics? If not, what mics do you use?

[@evearyt9214]

I use a a really cheap fifine usb mic that my friends complain about sometimes, so I was just looking at a nice sounding mic setup to get

[@RebelTech1990]

If you need help figuring out a mic/interface set up, I’ll be happy to help. I can make it work for any budget, so just give me the go ahead and I’ll point you in the right direction.

[@evearyt9214]

@@RebelTech1990 Sorry for the late reply, I was trying to go for around 200-250$ at the most, if you could point me somewhere that would be great

[@RebelTech1990]

No worries, I just have a few questions to narrow the search. 1) What are you using the mic for? 2) How noisy/Echoy, real word..., is the room you are using it in? 3) Do you have an interface? I assume you don't because you are using a USB Mic Once you have those answers for me I can give you some options

[@Mylksix]

Underrated channel 100%

[@RebelTech1990]

Thanks for checking out the video and for the support! I feel the channel will get a lot more recognition after it's been monetized. Just gotta keep at it till then. Oh also Thanks for the sub, I just saw the notification!

[@mistaspeedy]

Just a little correction regarding the sensitivity. -33dB is LOUDER and MORE sensitive than -37dB. These are negative numbers, and -33 is closer to zero than -37 is. Great review, keep up the good work :) I just purchased the AT2035 but it hasn't arrived yet - I will use it with my Zoom H5 recorder.

[@shzdesu]

hi one question so the at2035 will more easily record the background noise?

[@mistaspeedy]

@@shzdesu It seems that each microphone needs to be tested separately to see how good it is in rejecting background noise. I dont think this is linked to sensitivity. Dynamic microphones (like the Shure SM7B) seem to be better than condenser microphones (like the AT2035) at rejecting background noise.

[@shzdesu]

@@mistaspeedy Thanks!

[@thebusinessfirm9862]

Nice video, mate. The 2035 kicks arse for the price. All the best.

[@RebelTech1990]

It’s an amazing mic. I was very surprised at how well it performed. I did pick the 4040 over it but that’s because I like the low end more on the 4040. So it came down to preference, not quality. Thanks for checking out the video! Do you have a AT2035?

[@thebusinessfirm9862]

@@RebelTech1990 no worries, thanks for making quality content. Regards from South Australia

[@RebelTech1990]

You are very welcome! Very cool to hear from viewers from the other side of the world. Going to Australia is absolutely on my bucket list! Hopefully one day I get to visit! 🌏🦘🐨

[@thebusinessfirm9862]

@@RebelTech1990 I think you’d like it here, a great deal. Best to come for Christmas so you can spend a summer here. All the breast.

[@francescagolden1061]

I’ve had a 2035 for about a year now and I still love it!

[@xPRxMEx]

Awesome video man! Jus found ya. Def wanna hear that 2035 vs 4040!

[@RebelTech1990]

Thanks for checking out the video and for the sub! I'm working on that video as I type this. I'll have it out this weekend! It's gonna be a fun one!

[@pazuso]

They sound practically exactly the same. The question is, can I up the gain more on the 2035 and will it have notably less noise than the 2020, or is it negligible?

[@RebelTech1990]

Honetley, if there is a difference in the noise test it's very minimal. So if that's the part that will make you decide, then go with the one you like the sound of better or even the price. Hope this help. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@civilfieldengineer]

Sir, my room is not sound proof. I want to record my written poetry professionally. Which mic should I use and which audio interface should I buy? I have no regrets after buying.

[@RebelTech1990]

What’s your budget? Also are you open to getting a dynamic mic? Dynamic mic will be more forgiving for a untreated room

[@civilfieldengineer]

@@RebelTech1990 My Budget is $350

[@RebelTech1990]

With the interface, I’d go with the Wave XLR. That’s a solid interface for a good price. Next for the mic. These all will be fitting with your budget in addition to the interface. Now all of these are good options, it comes down to the sound you like most. Dynamic: PodMic, Shure MV7x, Presonus PD-70, Go xlr dynamic mic, Elgato wave dx Condenser: AT2035, Lewitt LCT 240 pro There are so many other options but from my experience these are my choices. Now you gotta see which sound you like most. I have a bunch of videos on these so there’s enough examples. Plus many others with other tones can be helpful too. Hope this help!

[@civilfieldengineer]

@@RebelTech1990 Thank you very much sir. First of all I will watch your video today. I will write to you again

[@sx_twoseven]

Am considering upgrading to the at2035. It seems less noisy and has a better control to the high ends . Less sibilance than at2020

[@RebelTech1990]

It's a solid mic and I think the $50 difference is a steal considering how much better it is than the 2020

[@jasonbodden8816]

Funny how different people hear the same audio. Going off of this video, I actually preferred the AT2020. Without the low cut filter on, the AT2035 sounds too boxy for me.

[@RebelTech1990]

Thanks for checking out the video!

[@Tinky_TV]

Which microphone should I go for because I want to upgrade from my blue yeti I do a lot of voice acting content and voiceover work for my contact. Please let me know which one I should get.

[@RebelTech1990]

Between these two I’d go with the at2035. But there are plenty in this price range that you may like as well. What’s your budget? What kind of tone are you looking for? How well is your recording space treated acoustically?

[@maximyllion]

i don't know why i'm here, i literally own a 2035. totally gonna watch the 2035 vs. 4040 vid though, especially considering how i want to bring myself up there.

[@RebelTech1990]

Thanks for checking out the video! _The 4040 and the 2035 are very interesting mics. You'll see in the comparison video that it's less of a upgrade and more of a tonal difference.

[@zakaria2721]

Idk if you're gonna read this comment , I want to buy a mic for voice overs , for stories and such , im not going to sing , i want a mic that focuses only on my voice , because the content im thinking of creating is something with no to very little music as a background, i was considering the rode NT1-A but the problem is the price , do you think the AT2020 or 2035 will be good for me ?

[@RebelTech1990]

If you can swing the extra cash, I’d go for the Rode NT1 or NT1-A. But if not the AT2035 is great

[@ericrice4930]

Are these mics good for vocals and musicians?

[@RebelTech1990]

It's really made for spoken word and singing vocals. A god vocal mic will usually have a flat mid section, there are outliers but that's a good thing to start with. The good thing about these mics is the cost. They aren't that expensive and you can always upgrade when you feel you want a specific sound. These will just give you what you need. Might take some work in post but you can get some good sound out of these. Thanks for checking out the video Eric!

[@manointmilk8199]

Musicians have used both these mics, even Billie eilish until recently was using the AT2020 so yes they are both good

[@ICDisappear]

🙏 thank you

[@RebelTech1990]

Thank you for checking it out!

[@yoggy2207]

Does the shock mount for the at2020 fit on the at2035?

[@RebelTech1990]

It fits all of the audio Technica 20 series mics

[@henhen9455]

Needs more views for the quality and info man.

[@RebelTech1990]

Thanks for checking out the video! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@spiritualoutlet]

I 've noticed in 2 videos now that the 2020 sounds slightly more pulled back vs the 2035

[@RebelTech1990]

I agree, the 2020 is more neutral in the frc

[@MrDovy]

@@RebelTech1990 possibly better for singing - Just use abit eq. save money.

[@T21-TwentyOneTrailers.]

Awesome, thanks for sharing. A big like & Sub for this great video. Nice Job!

[@RebelTech1990]

Thanks for checking out the video and the sub! I really appreciate the support!

[@arinrobinson]

Thanks for the post! I'm sure a lot of folks are on the fence on spending a slight bit more wondering if it even makes a difference. BTW, next time start off the vid with some slurping on the energy drink and then chewing a bag of potato chips maybe followed up with some smacking of the mouth to clear out any morsels left behind. Come to think of it, I think there is a fetish out there for that.

[@RebelTech1990]

It's definitely a goal, of mine, to give people as much information as possible. I really just take a step back and ask myself what I would want to know and see out of these videos. As far as bits are concerned, I have a bunch planned. Hopefully I don't spark any fetishes and have people asking for a OF page lol Thanks for checking out the video!

[@moejoth]

14:40 bro that transition jump scared me hard

[@RebelTech1990]

Looking back I could have laid off of the “whoosh” sound. I’m glad it didn’t scare you away. Thanks for checking out the video!

[@moejoth]

@@RebelTech1990 hahahah its good man , i was reading the stats for both mics while listening to the video didn't expect a transition 😂. thank you for doing all those tests it really helps to decide which one to choose

[@RebelTech1990]

You got it buddy! Happy to help!

[@joesphdattalo8199]

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[@vogg9835]

Hey bro! I bought Hd560 open ended headphones. I know that they have some audio leak due to them being opened ended. Do you think the 2035 would pickup the audio from the headphones while I’m playing fps games? Or can I tweak the gain so the mic only picks up my voice? If you think this would be an issue which mic would you recommend? Thanks!

[@memeityy]

If you have a solid preamp, you should be able to change the gain. You can also mess around with what ranges the 2035 picks up.

[@vogg9835]

@@memeityy okay awesome. Do you think the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 would work?

[@memeityy]

@@vogg9835 I have no clue tbh, use a preamp with 48v of phantom power, and one that you can adjust what db level it begins picking up audio. The key thing is that the 2035 needs 48v of phantom power.

[@vogg9835]

@@memeityy thanks man

[@memeityy]

@@vogg9835 No problem. Also, I researched the 2i2, and it would 100% work. Just switch on the phantom power and you're good to go.

[@niganools1501]

Damn bruh, I better start saving😭😭

[@robertdepiano]

Thanks.

[@RebelTech1990]

You're welcome! Thanks for checking out the video! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@robertdepiano]

@@RebelTech1990 I remain vigilant ;)

[@robertdepiano]

@@RebelTech1990 One question. I have in mind the Yamaha HS5 monitors that you recommended to me, but the budget allows me to spend more. So by buying 2xAKG C214 I could still buy, for example, Adam 477X or others at a similar price. Do you know these monitors? or for the money which something better? I would like to buy some really good monitors. That is, up to this amount, or a little more. I promise that I will not bother you about it anymore :)

[@RebelTech1990]

I always have trouble finding a good pair of monitors. There's only so much people can say because you can't hear the quality until you get them or find a store that you can test them at. I just go off of who uses what and think if someone professional likes a specific headphone/monitor then I trust it. Yamaha makes good ones and Mackie is another good brand. Presonus has good stuff but at a level lower than the others. Just do some research of people you listen to and see if they say what they use. That's basically what I do. The Adam 477X are good but I don't know much about them. I know a good amount of studios use them. In my mind if you are spending more than $500 for a pair, then it isn't worth it. I would spend more on microphones and headphones before monitors. That's just my style, I prefer headphones for editing. I use the Monitors to double check my sound. Don't worry about bothering me, it's totally fine. I enjoy helping. Might take me a little bit to get back but I don't mind at all.

[@robertdepiano]

@@RebelTech1990 Thank you. I found a Polish manufacturer of monitors that I can test and I think I will. The company APS Klasik 2020. I did not think about headphones at all ... What do you recommend for the saved $ 700-800? I'd be full 😁

[@kennethfabreag7889]

If i already have AT2020, should i have to upgrade to AT2035?

[@RebelTech1990]

Depends on what you are using it for. What kind of stuff are you making?

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[@proffesorsyntax401]

@@RebelTech1990 im thinking about getting one of the mics for voice acting which should i get?

[@RebelTech1990]

The AT2035 is probably the better option. It doesn’t cost much more and gives you a lot more quality and features.

[@proffesorsyntax401]

@@RebelTech1990 is it flatter frequency

[@KNGxARK]

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[@RebelTech1990]

I got it on Amazon. It's a little more expensive then when I got it but here's the link if you are interested: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009Z9W5NM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It's pretty good quality but nothing too crazy. It might not last long outside but if you keep it inside then it will last a lot longer.

[@remberingslumber]

Bro tweakin ova dat flag 😂

[@daitedve1984]

2035 has bigger membrane what MUST affect the result!

[@kavyanshjain777]

Could you please tell me it's very important, that my microphone weigh 406 g but they mentioned 403 g can you please weigh your one 🥺❤️ I'm your subscriber from a very long time and this will help me a lot, it's a request.

[@RebelTech1990]

AT2020 weighs 345g and the AT2035 weighs 403g

[@kavyanshjain777]

@@RebelTech1990 sir but mine is 406 g (at2035) is this okay?

[@RebelTech1990]

Does it sound good? No issues with the audio?

[@kavyanshjain777]

@@RebelTech1990 yeah it sounds good

[@kavyanshjain777]

@@RebelTech1990 can you weigh yours? Please