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Audio-Technica AT2020 vs beyerdynamic M 70 PRO X
Product A: Audio-Technica
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Product B: beyerdynamic
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26 of 53 fields differ
- 13 different values
- 13 known for one only
- 6 the same
- 21 missing for both
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AAudio-Technica: 52 × 160 mm
- Bbeyerdynamic: 52 × 52 mm
Weight
0 to 1,000 g
Microphone weight
A345g
B320g
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General
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Series
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Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
Announced
7 October 20215Press articlemixonline.com/technology/news-products/beyerdynamic-pro-x-series-debutsRead 15 October 2026Same release, 7 October 2021.6Press articlesoundonsound.com/news/beyerdynamic-launch-pro-x-range-mics-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Article dated 7 October 2021, saying the range was just announced.
Status
Available9Retailer pagethomann.co.uk/audio_technica_at2020.htmRead 15 October 2026Thomann UK shows the AT2020 in stock at 77 GBP including VAT. The page prints 16 mm diaphragm, 20 - 20000 Hz, 144 dB max SPL and weight 345 g, which match the manual.10Retailer pagekraftmusic.com/products/audio-technica-at2020-cardioid-condenser-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Kraft Music shows the AT2020 in stock and ready to ship.
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$1694Press articlemixonline.comRead 15 October 2026Mix: MSRP of 169 USD, US launch. Sonicstate prints 169.00 USD. Tax is not included in a US MSRP.6Press articlesonicstate.com/news/2005/01/20/namm-cardoid-condenser-mic-for-home-studiosRead 15 October 2026The AT2020 is currently available with an MSRP of 169.00 USD.
$2995Press articlemixonline.com/technology/news-products/beyerdynamic-pro-x-series-debutsRead 15 October 2026The M 70 PRO X is listed at 299 dollars recommended retail. The release names no region and no tax treatment.7Reviewmusictech.com/reviews/studio-recording-gear/beyerdynamic-m-70-pro-x-m-90-pro-xRead 15 October 2026Review of 19 October 2021: 249 euro and 299 dollars. The page names no region.
Launch price (EU)
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€2496Press articlesoundonsound.com/news/beyerdynamic-launch-pro-x-range-mics-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Article of 7 October 2021: price 249 euro, with a link to the Europe shop. VAT treatment is not stated and European list prices include VAT.7Reviewmusictech.com/reviews/studio-recording-gear/beyerdynamic-m-70-pro-x-m-90-pro-xRead 15 October 2026Review of 19 October 2021: 249 euro and 299 dollars.
Markets
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Colours
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Microphone type
Dynamic1Maker product pageeurope.beyerdynamic.com/p/m-70-pro-xRead 15 October 2026Page: the dynamic M 70 PRO X broadcast microphone.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)api.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1565Read 15 October 2026Transducer type: Dynamic. Operating principle: pressure gradient.3Owner's manualapi.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1567Read 15 October 2026Page 17: converter principle Dynamic.
Capsule and pickup
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Capsule size
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Capsules
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Polar patterns
Cardioid1Maker product pageeurope.beyerdynamic.com/p/m-70-pro-xRead 15 October 2026Technical data: Polar Pattern, Cardioid.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)api.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1565Read 15 October 2026Polar pattern: Cardioid.3Owner's manualapi.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1567Read 15 October 2026Page 17: polar pattern Cardioid.
Address type
End address3Owner's manualapi.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1567Read 15 October 2026Page 16 overview: an arrow marked Speech direction points at the top of the microphone.6Press articlesoundonsound.com/news/beyerdynamic-launch-pro-x-range-mics-headphonesRead 15 October 2026Describes the M 70 PRO X as an end-address dynamic microphone designed for the spoken word.7Reviewmusictech.com/reviews/studio-recording-gear/beyerdynamic-m-70-pro-x-m-90-pro-xRead 15 October 2026The review calls the M 70 PRO X a top-address microphone.
Sound specs
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Frequency response
Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/pdf/support/AT2020_UM.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications: 20-20,000 Hz.
Min25 HzMax18 kHz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)api.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1565Read 15 October 2026Frequency response: close miking 25 to 18,000 Hz and distant miking at 1 m 40 to 18,000 Hz. The close miking range is stored. The curve tolerance is 3 dB. Sound On Sound prints 50 Hz to 18 kHz, which no beyerdynamic document supports.3Owner's manualapi.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1567Read 15 October 2026Page 17: near field 25 to 18,000 Hz and far field at 1 m 40 to 18,000 Hz.
Sensitivity (analog)
-55dBV/Pa2Maker spec sheet (PDF)api.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1565Read 15 October 2026Open circuit voltage at 1 kHz (0 dB = 1 V/Pa): 1.8 mV/Pa (-55.0 dB) with a tolerance of 3 dB. The manual prints the same as -55.0 dBV.3Owner's manualapi.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1567Read 15 October 2026Page 17: open-circuit sensitivity 1.8 mV/Pa (-55.0 dBV) with a tolerance of 3 dB.
Sensitivity (digital)
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Max SPL
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Max SPL distortion limit
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Self-noise
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Digital noise floor
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Signal-to-noise ratio
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Dynamic range
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Output impedance
Connectivity
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Outputs
XLR1Maker product pageeurope.beyerdynamic.com/p/m-70-pro-xRead 15 October 2026Technical data: Connection Type, XLR 3-pin. Transmission type wired.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)api.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1565Read 15 October 2026Connection: XLR, 3-pin, male.3Owner's manualapi.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1567Read 15 October 2026Page 17: connection XLR, 3-pin, male.
Inputs for other sources
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USB and XLR at once
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USB port
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Cable host plug
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Cable length
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Phantom power
Digital audio
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Max bit depth
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Max sample rate
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32-bit float recording
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Monitoring
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Headphone output
Zero-latency monitoring
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Controls and processing
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Onboard controls
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Onboard processing
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Mounting and accessories
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Mount threads
Shock mount
None1Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/pdf/support/AT2020_UM.pdfRead 15 October 2026The included accessories list has no shock mount. The Japan product page sells the AT8458a shock mount separately.7Reviewsoundonsound.com/reviews/audio-technica-at2020Read 15 October 2026Review: it is a pity the mic does not come with a shock mount. The included stand mount is a basic one.8Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-at2020-review-75904Read 15 October 2026Review: the box has the microphone, a padded carrying case, a stand mount and documentation, and a shock mount is a separate purchase.
Included1Maker product pageeurope.beyerdynamic.com/p/m-70-pro-xRead 15 October 2026Page: shock mount and pop filter included, and the capsule is also fixed internally in position to reduce mechanical vibration.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)api.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1565Read 15 October 2026Features: integrated elastic system suspension. Supplied accessories: Elastic microphone holder.3Owner's manualapi.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1567Read 15 October 2026Page 16: scope of delivery lists an elastic suspension (spider). Page 17: the integrated elastic system suspension protects against structure-borne noise.7Reviewmusictech.com/reviews/studio-recording-gear/beyerdynamic-m-70-pro-x-m-90-pro-xRead 15 October 2026Elastic shock mount and a protective bag in the box.
Pop filter
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Internal, External screen1Maker product pageeurope.beyerdynamic.com/p/m-70-pro-xRead 15 October 2026Page: the included pop filter as well as an integrated high-density foam protect the capsule against dust and plosive sounds.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)api.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1565Read 15 October 2026Applications: the supplied pop filter extensively suppresses plosive sounds, and the gooseneck allows optimal positioning. The accessories list names a Studio pop filter with gooseneck.3Owner's manualapi.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1567Read 15 October 2026Page 16: the pop filter in the box, shown as a flat screen. Page 17: the pop filter largely suppresses plosive sounds.7Reviewmusictech.com/reviews/studio-recording-gear/beyerdynamic-m-70-pro-x-m-90-pro-xRead 15 October 2026A branded pop filter in the box, which the reviewer contrasts with a foam sock.
Desk stand included
No1Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/pdf/support/AT2020_UM.pdfRead 15 October 2026The included accessories list has a stand mount for threaded stands and a pouch. It has no desk stand.8Reviewsoundguys.com/audio-technica-at2020-review-75904Read 15 October 2026Review: the box has a stand mount with a 5/8 inch threaded adapter and no desk stand.
Design and build
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Housing material
Cast metal housing with wire mesh grille7Reviewsoundonsound.com/reviews/audio-technica-at2020Read 15 October 2026Review: the cast metal is quite thick and chunky, and a tough wire mesh protects and screens the capsule. SoundGuys describes a metal cage and grille.
Aluminium housing with steel mesh1Maker product pageeurope.beyerdynamic.com/p/m-70-pro-xRead 15 October 2026Page: the high-quality aluminium housing with the robust steel mesh is break-proof. The microphone is made in Germany.7Reviewmusictech.com/reviews/studio-recording-gear/beyerdynamic-m-70-pro-x-m-90-pro-xRead 15 October 2026High-quality aluminium housing with a break-proof steel mesh around the capsule.
RGB lighting
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Lighting zones
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Software
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Software
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User firmware updates
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Compatibility
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Works with
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Consoles
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Dimensions and weight
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Microphone dimensions
Width52Height160Depth52mm(2 × 6.3 × 2 in)1Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/pdf/support/AT2020_UM.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications, Dimensions: 160 mm (6.3 in) long, 52 mm (2.05 in) maximum body diameter. The microphone is side-address and stands upright, so the length is the height and the diameter is stored for both width and depth. The maker's French datasheet and the 2004 launch release print 162.0 mm (6.38 in), and Thomann prints 162 x 52 mm. The 2023 manual and the Japan product page print 160 mm, which is stored.2Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/AT2020Read 15 October 2026Technical data: length 160 mm, maximum body diameter 52 mm.
Width52Height52Depth185mm(2 × 2 × 7.3 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)api.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1565Read 15 October 2026Dimensions: length 185 mm and diameter 52 mm. The microphone is end-address and round, so the length is the depth toward the speaker and the diameter is both width and height. The size is for the microphone without the elastic holder.3Owner's manualapi.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1567Read 15 October 2026Page 17: length 185 mm, diameter 52 mm.
Microphone weight
345g(12.2 oz)2Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/AT2020Read 15 October 2026Technical data, Weight: 345 g. The French datasheet says 345 g without accessories.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)la-bs.com/Objets/AT2020_dt.pdfRead 15 October 2026French edition of the Audio-Technica US datasheet, hosted by a retailer. Weight (without accessories): 345 g (12.1 oz). Its other values match the manual, except the length of 162.0 mm.
Weight with stand
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Certifications
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
AT2020 microphone, AT8466 stand mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands, 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter, Pouch1Owner's manualaudio-technica.co.jp/pdf/support/AT2020_UM.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications, Included accessories, verbatim: AT8466 stand mount for 5/8 inch-27 threaded stands, 5/8 inch-27 to 3/8 inch-16 threaded adapter, Pouch. The microphone itself is added to the list.2Maker product pageaudio-technica.co.jp/product/AT2020Read 15 October 2026Accessories: stand mount AT8466, adapter screw (5/8 inch-27 to 3/8 inch-16), pouch. Sold separately: windscreen AT8178, stand AT8703, pop filter AT8175, shock mount AT8458a. The page lists a separate white model, the online-store limited AT2020 CWH. It is not stored.
M 70 PRO X microphone, Elastic microphone holder, Studio pop filter with gooseneck, Carrying bag2Maker spec sheet (PDF)api.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1565Read 15 October 2026Supplied accessories: Elastic microphone holder, Studio pop filter with gooseneck and Carrying bag. The microphone itself is added as M 70 PRO X microphone.3Owner's manualapi.beyerdynamic.de/amfile/file/download/file/1567Read 15 October 2026Page 16 scope of delivery: 1x M 70 PRO X microphone, elastic suspension, pop filter and protective bag.
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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