NAB Product News
Audio-Technica puts out for podcasts
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Apr 9, 2008 - 10:15:53 AM

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As podcasting and Internet video become more common in sports networks’ and leagues’ online programming, podcasters are looking for a cost-effective way to get audio into a PC.

Audio-Technica’s new AT2020USB studio microphone plugs into a computer’s USB port and functions seamlessly with recording software. The AT2020 features a USB digital output compatible with Windows and Mac computers and includes a tripod desk stand, a pivoting stand mount, a USB cable, and storage pouch. The AT2020 USB is based on the design of Audio-Technica’s AT2020 cardioid-condenser microphone.

At NAB, Audio-Technica will also exhibit its SpectraPulse UWB wireless system. SpectraPulse offers 14 simultaneous channels that operate flawlessly without RF turf wars, frequency hunting/coordination, white-space issues, or interference.

Audio-Technica mics are also being used for many surround-sound applications during sporting events. Fox Sports NASCAR coverage relies on them, and Audio-Technica expects to provide a large number of microphones for the upcoming Beijing Olympics in August.