Audio-Technica Cardioid Condenser Microphone AT2020

From the Manufacturer

The AT2020 is an affordable microphone offering versatile features. The AT2020 is ideal for all types of content creators, from musicians and podcasters to streamers. This side-address condenser microphone offers critically acclaimed sound and handles high SPLs effortlessly. With a cardioid polar pattern, this quality mic delivers unmatched sound and reliable performance without any unwanted background noise. The AT2020 condenser microphone is the perfect solution for any home recording studio at an affordable price.

The AT2020 cardioid condenser microphone offers a professional sound and a wide dynamic range with unmatched versatility. Featuring a custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm, this microphone provides extended frequency response and superior transient response. These features make the microphone ideal for all types of content creators, like musicians recording vocals at a home studio, or for social media content creation.

The cardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of the desired sound source. The AT2020’s ability to produce studio-quality sound with unwanted pops is ideal for podcasters looking to elevate their current podcast equipment for a more professional sound. In addition to podcast equipment, the AT2020 is an ideal streaming microphone, delivering crystal-clear communication during streaming sessions.

Whether you are looking for the best mic for podcasting or the best microphone for home music recording, the AT2020 is a high-quality microphone at an affordable price.

From the Manufacturer

  • The price/performance standard in side-address studio condenser microphone technology
  • Ideal for project/home-studio applications
  • High SPL handling and wide dynamic range provide unmatched versatility
  • Custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm provides extended frequency response and superior transient response
  • Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
  • AT2020 (black model) Accessories Included: Stand mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch

From the Manufacturer

Element Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Response 20-20,000 Hz
Open Circuit Sensitivity -37 dB (14.1 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Maximum Input Sound Level 144 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
Noise 20 dB SPL
Dynamic Range 124 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 74 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Phantom Power Requirements 48V DC, 2 mA typical
Weight 12.1 oz (345 g)
Dimensions 6.38" (162.0 mm) long, 2.05" (52.0 mm) maximum body diameter
Output Connector Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
Accessories Included Stand mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
Accessories Included AT2020 (black model): Stand mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
Audio-Technica Case Style R7

Zoom LiveTrak L-8 Sound Board

From the Manufacturer

Creators are evolving—and so are we. Zoom LiveTrak L-8 makes it easier than ever to mix, monitor and record professional-sounding podcasts and music performances in one portable, affordable package.

From the Manufacturer

  • 8-channel mixer (6 combo, plus 2 TS)
  • 12-track simultaneous recording, 10-track playback
  • Mix-Minus function preventing audio feedback from dial-in guests
  • TRRS connection and included TRRS cable for phone connectivity
  • 6 assignable Sound Pads, with 13 preset sounds
  • 4 headphone outputs, consisting of 3 custom monitor mixes, plus one main mix
  • 3-band EQ and a low-cut function
  • 7 scene memories for storing mixes
  • 12-in / 4-out USB audio interface
  • Class-compliant mode (for iOS compatibility)
  • Battery operated with four AA batteries or a USB power supply
  • Record up to 24-bit/96kHz, record up to 48kHZ to computer and SD card simultaneously

From the Manufacturer

INPUTS AND OUTPUTS / NUMBER OF CHANNELS

Inputs: MIC/LINE : 6
  LINE : 2
Output: MASTER OUT : 1
  MASTER OUT (PHONES) : 1
  MONITOR OUT (PHONES) : 3
   

INPUTS

MIC/LINE: Type: XLR/TRS combo jacks (XLR: 2 HOT, TRS: TIP HOT)
  Input gain: +10 – +54 dB/–3 – +41 dB (when Hi-Z ON)
  Input impedance: XLR: 3 kΩ
  Input impedance: TRS: 3 kΩ/1 MΩ (when Hi-Z ON)
  Maximum input level: –2 dBu when –26dB switch OFF (at 0 dBFS)
  Maximum input level: +24 dBu when –26dB switch ON (at 0 dBFS)
  Phantom power: +48 V
LINE: Type: TS phone jack
  Input impedance: 10 kΩ
  Maximum input level: +3 dBu
Smartphone connection jack: Type: TRRS mini jack (4-contact/TIP: L, RING 1: R, RING 2: GND, SLEEVE: MIC)
  Input impedance: 10 kΩ
  Maximum input level: +3 dBu
   

OUTPUT

MASTER OUT: Type: XLR jacks (balanced)
  Maximum output level: +14.5 dBu
  Output impedance: 100 Ω
MASTER OUT (PHONES): Type: Standard stereo phone jack
  Maximum output level: 10 mW + 10 mW (60Ω load)
  Output impedance: 10 Ω
MONITOR OUT (PHONES): Type: Standard stereo phone jack
  Maximum output level: 10 mW + 10 mW (60Ω load)
  Output impedance: 10 Ω
   

BUSES

MASTER: 1
MONITOR: 3
SEND EFX: 1
   

CHANNEL STRIP

LOW CUT: 75 Hz, 12 dB/OCT
EQ: HIGH: 10 kHz, ±15 dB, shelving
  MID: 2.5 kHz, ±15 dB, peaking
  LOW: 100 Hz, ±15 dB, shelving
Level meter: 9 segments
Send effects: 8 types
   

RECORDER

Maximum simultaneous recording tracks: 12 at 44.1/48/96 kHz
Maximum simultaneous playback tracks: 10
Recording format: WAV 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit, mono/stereo
Recording media: 4GB – 32GB SDHC-compliant cards (Class 10 or higher)
  64GB – 1TB SDXC-compliant cards (Class 10 or higher)
   

AUDIO INTERFACE

44.1/48 kHz: Recording: 12 channels
  Playback: 4 channels
Bit depth: 24-bit
Interface: USB 2.0
   

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR AUDIO INTERFACE MODE

Windows: OS: Windows® 8.1 / 10 / 11 (32bit/64bit)
  CPU:  Intel® Core i3 or faster*
  USB: USB 3.0/USB 2.0**
  * Operation is not guaranteed with CPUs from Atom, Celeron or Pentium series or CPUs made by AMD.
  ** Only USB host controllers with Intel Chipsets are supported. Operation is not guaranteed when used with USB hubs or expansion cards.
Mac: OS: macOS 10.12 ~ 13
  CPU: Intel® Core i3 or faster
  USB: USB 3.0/USB 2.0*
  * Operation is not guaranteed when used with USB hubs or expansion cards.
iPhone/iPad: OS: iOS 10 ~ 17, iPadOS 15 - 17
  * Apple Lightning-to-USB Camera Adapter required.
   

CARD READER

Class: Mass storage USB 2.0 High Speed
   
Sampling frequency: 44.1/48/96 kHz
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz: –1 dB at 44.1 kHz
  20 Hz – 40 kHz: –3 dB at 96 kHz (when GAIN at 3 o'clock)
Equivalent input noise: –121 dBu or less (IHF-A) at +54dB/150Ω input
Display: LCD with backlight (96×64 resolution)
Power: 4 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH)
  AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5V/1A
  Supports USB bus power
Estimated continuous recording time using batteries: Recording 44.1kHz/16-bit/4ch audio to SD card (when 48V is OFF, LCD BACKLIGHT is 15sec, BATTERY SAVING is ON and headphone impedance is 62Ω):
  Alkaline batteries: about 1.5 hours
  NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 3 hours
  Lithium batteries: about 5 hours
  • The above values are approximate.
  • Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods. They will vary greatly according to use conditions.
Power consumption: 5 W
External dimensions: 268 mm (W) × 282 mm (D) × 74 mm (H)
Weight (unit only): 1.56 kg

BeyerDynamic DT 770 Pro Headphones

From the Manufacturer

Reference headphones for control and monitoring purpose – 32, 80 & 250 ohms (closed)
  • Circumaural headphones for professional sound in the studio and on mobile devices
  • Innovative bass reflex system
  • High wearing comfort thanks to soft, circumaural and replaceable ear pads
  • Comfortable fit due to rugged, adjustable, soft padded headband construction
  • Made in Germany

From the Manufacturer

Nominal Headband pressure
Firm fit for professional use, approx. 3.5 N
Transmission Type
Wired
Weight headphones without cable
270 g
Headphone frequency response
5 - 35.000 Hz
Nominal sound pressure level
96 dB
Sound coupling to the ear
Circumaural (around the ear)

From the Manufacturer

Transducer type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dynamic
Operating principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closed
Nominal frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 - 35,000 Hz
Nominal impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Ω / 80 Ω / 250 Ω
Nominal SPL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 dB
Nominal T.H.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . < 0.2%
Power handling capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 mW
Sound coupling to ear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Circumaural
Ambient noise isolation
32 Ω version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . approx. 20 dBA
80 Ω / 250 Ω version. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . approx. 18 dBA
Nominal headband pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . approx. 3.5 N
Weight
32 Ω version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 g
80 Ω version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 g
250 Ω version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 g
Length and type of cable . . . . . . 1.6 m / straight cable (32 Ω)
3 m / straight cable (80 Ω)
3 m / coiled cable (250 Ω)
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gold plated mini stereo
jack plug (3.5 mm)
& 1/4" adapter (6.35 mm)

Yamaha YPG-235

Image of the Yamaha YPG-235 keyboard

From the manufacturer

YPG-235 features 76 Graded Soft Touch keyboard. Professional pitch bend wheel for more expressive playing of brass and string instruments. It also comes with innovative features like USB computer connectivity, a large selection of realistic voices including the Yamaha Portable Grand, and the Yamaha Education Suite.

Main Features

Graded Soft Touch Keyboard

Just as on an actual piano, the lower keys are heavy in touch and the higher keys are light, with soft touch of digital keyboard for beginners.

Amazingly Realistic Sounds

Yamaha's highly acclaimed Sweet! and Cool! Voices deliver incredibly natural and dynamic sound. Use the Pitch Bend wheel, and hear these Voices--especially the Sax and Trumpet--truly come alive!

Cool! and Sweet! Voices

Cool! Voices reproduce the subtlest shades of the original sound of electric instruments. Sweet! Voices provide delicate nuances, such as the vibrato of wind and brass instruments.

Easy Song Arranger

In addition to each song's default style, you can select any other style to play the song with the Easy Song Arranger feature. This means that you can play a song that is normally a ballad, for example, as a bossa nova, as a hip-hop tune, etc. You can create totally different arrangements by changing the style with which a song is played. You can also change the song's melody voice and the keyboard voice for a complete change of image.

Performance Assistant Technology (P.A.T.)

Play along with a song on the instrument's keyboard and produce a perfect performance every time ... even if you play wrong notes! All you have to do is play on the keyboard--alternately on the left- and right-hand ranges of the keyboard, for example--and you'll sound like a pro as long as you play in time with the music.

Music Database plus External Files

You want to play music in your favorite style, but you're not sure how to select the best voice and style for the type of music you want to play ... simply select the appropriate style from the Music Database. The panel settings will automatically be adjusted for the ideal combination of sounds and style! Furthermore, this instrument allows Music Database files transferred from a computer or stored on a USB flash memory device. These files can be used in the same way as the internal Music Database.

USB TO HOST Terminal

Dive in and take advantage of the wide world of computer music software. Connections and setup are exceptionally easy, and you can play back your computer recorded parts with different instrument sounds - all from a single instrument.

Portable Grand Button

Playing piano is fast and easy with Yamaha's Portable Grand function. One dedicated button brings up a great sounding piano, stunningly rich and authentic in its sound as well as setting up the keyboard to play as a piano.

Yamaha Education Suite (Y.E.S.)

Yamaha Education Suite (Y.E.S.) is an advanced set of helpful learning tools built into the instrument, letting you teach yourself how to play and perform. Y.E.S. helps you master a song with easy lesson steps. Each lesson can be done in isolation with either your left hand or right hand, or both.

Retrieved from Yahama.com 3/14/2022. 

  YPG-235
Body Color Champagne Gold
Dimensions Width 1,178mm (46-3/8")
Height 137mm (5-3/8")
Depth 412mm (16-1/4")
Weight Weight 8.3kg (18lbs., 5oz.)
Keyboard Number of Keys 76
Type Graded Soft Touch Keyboard
Touch Response Yes
Other Controllers Pitch Bend Yes
Display Type Custom LCD
Size 92mm x 42mm
Backlight Yes
Language English
Panel Language English
Tone Generation Tone Generating Technology AWM Stereo Sampling
Polyphony Number of Polyphony (Max.) 32
Preset Number of Voices 116 + 361 XGlite + 12 Drum/SFX Kits
Featured Voices 5 Sweet! Voices, 3 Cool! Voices
Compatibility GM Yes
XGlite Yes
Types Reverb 9 types
Chorus 4 types
Master EQ 5 types
Functions Dual/Layers Yes
Split Yes
Panel Sustain yes (in Menu)
Preset Number of Preset Styles 160
Fingering Multi / Full Keyboard
Style Control INTRO, MAIN x 2, FILL-IN, ENDING
Custom User Styles Style File Format
Other Features Easy Song Arranger Yes
Music Database 300 + External Files
One Touch Setting (OTS) Yes
Preset Number of Preset Songs 30
Recording Number of Songs 5
Number of Tracks 6 (5 Melody + 1 Chord)
Data Capacity Approx. 10,000 notes (when only "melody" tracks are recorded) Approx. 5,500 chords (when only "chord" tracks are recorded)
Recording Function Yes
Compatible Data Format Playback SMF
Recording No (Original File Format)
Registration Number of Buttons 2 ( x 8 banks )
Lesson/Guide Performance Assistant Technology (PAT) Chord, Chord/Free
Yamaha Education Suite (Y.E.S.) Waiting, Your tempo, Minus one, Repeat & Learn, Chord Dictionary
Overall Controls Metronome Yes
Tempo Range 11 - 280
Transpose -12 to 0, 0 to +12
Tuning Yes
Miscellaneous PIANO Button Portable Grand Button
Storage Internal Memory 373KB
Connectivity DC IN DC IN 12V
Headphones x 1
Sustain Pedal x 1
USB TO HOST Yes
Amplifiers 6W + 6W
Speakers 12cm x 2 + 3cm x 2
Power Supply Optional Adaptor (PA-150 or PA-5D), or batteries (Six "D" size, R20P(LR20) or equivalent batteries)
Power Consumption 20W
CD-ROM Yes
Included Accessories Music Rest Yes
Song Book Included in CD-ROM with PDF format

From the manufacturer

Owner's Manual (Download)