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(More customer reviews)After tedious amounts of research, this little guy is now my very first mic for home recording. I wondered what more I'd be getting for the extra $30 compared to the 2020, but now I would seriously recommend it to anybody, from starters in the studio to the professional level.
First of all, just to clarify the mic itself is actually BLACK. the SILVER mic occasionally in the picture is actually the AT3035 (discontinued model).
SOUND: The sound quality is superb. Crisp and more of a flat response (which is what you're looking for if you want the closest sound to what you hear) compared to most other mics. I can honestly say that it has helped me improved my mediocre singing for how true of a sound it gives off, allowing me to adjust the different levels it captures. I tend to use my vocal cords too much for bassier notes, and this does a nice job of letting me hear it (you could also use the low-cut switch to "cut" some of these low frequencies). Connected to my Fast Track Pro w/o any external preamps, I couldn't ask for a better-sounding mic. It is a great improvement over the AT2020 in terms of noise level (low SPL), a much better response to higher frequencies, and overall a wider range and selection with the additional low-cut filter and db pad. With an extra bit of EQing, this microphone will give you just the sound you want.
USES: This is really a great all-around instrument/vocal microphone. Great for recording acoustic guitars, as it really captures the boominess of my Silver Creek dreadnought and also the mellow sounding high chords. It won't sound exceedingly harsh in front of guitar amps either. For vocals, it gives off a very neutral sound, giving off warm mid-range sound to smooth sound on the high end. Basically, all the characteristics and strengths you would expect from a well-built LDC.
MISC: It comes with a nice, sturdy shock mount to match it, normally which would cost you ~$50 more if you were to, say, buy the 2020. Also a includes a protective vinyl bag to keep the dust off.
PRICE: Possibly the best in its range. The only other microphone I would compare it to at this price range (~$100) is the ghetto-looking MXL V67G, which sounds great for those looking for more color & brightness in the higher ends for vocals. However, the AT2035 is still what you'd be looking for if you want all-around clear and flat sound.
CONS: Have yet to find any.
To sum it up, really consider going for the extra features on this bad guy. It is the 2020 without the shortcomings you'd generally find in lower-budget mics (tinny highs, noise level, bass roll-off issues). I'm glad I settled on this, and I can't wait to see what it'll bring me in the future.
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Designed for critical home projects, professional studio applications and live performance, the AT2035 delivers exceptional detailand low noise. With it's extended low-frequency response, the AT2035 provides rich, full sound reproduction and handles extremely high sound pressure levels with ease.
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