Name: Audio-Technica AT2050
Brand: Audio-Technica
SKU: ac7b5b75-fd7e-42c8-bbe4-1c602dd71d3c
Price: 273.9 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9.6 (221 reviews)

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Experts prefer Rode NT1 over Audio-Technica AT2050

On 3 Oct 2024 (3 days ago) we went through 96 Microphone expert endorsements .

Currently, Rode NT1 received 2 endorsements from PCMag (10 Jul 2024) and Music Radar (26 Jun 2024). Meanwhile, Audio-Technica AT2050 did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank	Change	Price	Microphone	IGN	PCMag	MusicTech	Music Radar	PianoDreamers	PC Gamer	SoundGuys	CNN Underscored	Tom's Guide	Wirecutter
17	-1	$204	Rode NT1 The Rode NT1 is a high-quality studio condenser microphone with a wide frequency response range, low self-noise, cardioid polar pattern, dual connectivity options, and durable construction, making it a versatile and reliable choice for recording vocals and acoustic guitars.	-	7	-	6	-	-	-	-	-	-
N/A	N/A	$274	Audio-Technica AT2050	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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Endorsement summary:

On 10 Jul 2024 PCMag ranked Rode NT1 as #7

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#7 out of 9 Rode NT1
Best for USB and XLR Inputs

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Source: www.pcmag.com
On 26 Jun 2024 Music Radar ranked Rode NT1 as #6

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#6 out of 22 Rode NT1
The best affordable condenser mic for vocals

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Source: www.musicradar.com

MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.

As can be seen below, Rode NT1 is mentioned by key experts in Oct 2024, while Audio-Technica AT2050 is not.

Rank	Change	Price	Microphone	IGN	PCMag	MusicTech	Music Radar	PianoDreamers	PC Gamer	SoundGuys	CNN Underscored	Tom's Guide	Wirecutter
1	-	$120	Blue Yeti The Blue Yeti microphone is a versatile and durable device with four directional patterns, a built-in headphone jack, and compatibility with a wide range of devices and software, making it a popular choice among content creators, podcasters, and gamers.	-	-	11	-	-	-	-	1	1	-
2	-	$99	Shure SM57 The Shure SM57 microphone is highly regarded for its exceptional sound quality, durability, versatility, and compatibility, making it a popular choice among musicians, producers, and recording engineers for capturing instruments and vocals in various live and studio settings.	-	-	-	1	1	-	-	-	-	-
3	-	$127	Elgato Wave 3 The Elgato Wave 3 is a versatile and reliable USB microphone designed for content creators, podcasters, and live streamers, featuring a cardioid polar pattern, two connectivity options, advanced features, and compatibility with both PC and Mac.	8	-	-	-	-	-	1	3	-	-
4	+1	$170	Blue Yeti X	1	-	-	-	-	-	2	-	-	-
5	+1	$99	Rode PodMic The Rode PodMic is a dynamic microphone with a well-balanced frequency response range, internal pop filter and damping features, cardioid polar pattern, XLR connectivity, and solid metal construction, making it a reliable and versatile choice for podcasters and content creators.	-	-	1	-	-	-	-	-	3	-
6	+1	$199	Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set The Sennheiser Profile Streaming Set is a USB microphone with a cardioid polar pattern, frequency response range of 20Hz to 20kHz, and several useful features, making it a great choice for streamers, podcasters, and content creators.	-	3	-	-	-	4	-	-	4	-
7	+1	$272	SteelSeries Alias Pro	3	4	-	-	-	7	-	-	-	-
8	+1	$399	Shure SM7B The Shure SM7B is a highly regarded dynamic microphone that delivers exceptional sound quality, particularly for recording vocals, with its wide frequency response range, flat frequency response, presence boost, and effective noise isolation.	-	-	10	12	8	-	-	-	-	-
9	+1	$59	Razer Seiren Mini The Razer Seiren Mini microphone is praised for its sound quality, directionality, and compatibility, making it a highly recommended choice for clear and focused audio recording in various applications.	-	-	-	-	-	2	5	-	-	-
13	-	$50	HyperX SoloCast The HyperX SoloCast is a high-quality USB microphone that delivers clear and detailed sound with a full, rich sound that is hard to match at its price point, making it an ideal choice for podcasters, streamers, and gamers who want a simple and effective way to record their voice without any unnecessary features or complications.	4	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	5	-
14	-	$130	HyperX QuadCast S The HyperX QuadCast S is a versatile and reliable USB microphone suitable for podcasting, streaming, gaming, and vocal recording, with four polar patterns, built-in pop filter and noise reduction technology, and two connectivity options.	6	-	-	-	-	5	-	-	-	-
15	-11	$259	Shure MV7 The Shure MV7 microphone is a versatile and adaptable option for podcasters, streamers, and content creators, offering excellent sound quality, noise-cancelling capabilities, and connectivity options.	-	-	4	8	-	-	-	-	-	-
16	-1	$279	Shure MV7 Plus	5	8	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
17	-1	$204	Rode NT1 The Rode NT1 is a high-quality studio condenser microphone with a wide frequency response range, low self-noise, cardioid polar pattern, dual connectivity options, and durable construction, making it a versatile and reliable choice for recording vocals and acoustic guitars.	-	7	-	6	-	-	-	-	-	-
18	-1	$449	Electro-Voice RE20 The Electro-Voice RE20 is a dynamic broadcast microphone with exceptional sound quality, advanced noise reduction features, and a wide frequency range, making it a versatile and reliable choice for professional audio recording and broadcasting applications.	-	-	8	13	-	-	-	-	-	-
19	-1	$3595	Neumann U87 Ai The Neumann U87 Ai is a top-of-the-line condenser microphone that delivers warm, crystal-clear, and detailed sound quality, making it ideal for recording vocals, acoustic guitar, and spot microphones for individual instruments in a sound-treated recording space.	-	-	13	-	11	-	-	-	-	-
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

No expert reviews linked yet for Audio-Technica AT2050.

Expert reviews [16]

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Total expert reviews: 16

with a score: 5
without a score: 11

Highest score by microphonegeeks.com	100
Average score based on 16 reviews	84
Lowest score by Tom's Hardware	70

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From Seller:

Three switchable polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-of-eight
Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad
Large diaphragm for smooth, natural sound and low noise
Includes shock mount & protective pouch
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From Seller:

Features a sound signature reminiscent of the famous microphones of old while at the same time exhibiting extremely low noise; Ultra-low noise, self-noise of only 4.5dB (A)
The transducer is suspended inside the microphone using Rycote’s Lyre system, minimizing external vibrations at the capsule level
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