Enter to Win a $8000 PA System!

Audio-Technica AT2005USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone

Dynamic Cardioid Handheld Mic with USB and XLR Connections, Tripod Desk Stand, Mic Stand Clamp, and USB and XLR Cables
$79.00

Pay $4/month with 24 month financing*

24 months
Special FinancingEnds Dec 31, 2024

As low as $4/month with 24 month financing*

See all payment options
In Stock!

Add to Cart
Notify me about deals

Ask An Expert

Our expertly trained Sales Engineers are ready to help!

What is a Sales Engineer?
Sweetwater Gear Exchange

Have one to sell?
Check out Sweetwater's Gear Exchange!
Learn More

Most Popular Accessories & Related Items

Audio-Technica AT2005USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone
In Stock!
$79.00
Add to Cart
Add to list
Back to navigation

This article was Written By

Our Product Research Team

Get to know them!

Simplify your life with this USB/XLR Handheld Mic

The Audio Technica AT2005USB dynamic cardioid handheld mic has a trick up its sleeve that can simplify your life. With both USB and XLR connections, the AT2005USB is Ideal for use with a computer or with a PA system. It also excels at capturing both instruments and vocals. The AT2005USB sports roadworthy metal construction, an on/off switch, and a headphone output (with volume control) that lets you monitor the audio signal right from the mic. If you're in search of a do-it-all handheld mic, check out the Audio Technica AT2005USB.

Audio Technica AT2005USB handheld USB/XLR microphone at a Glance:
  • Great for podcasting, recording, and performing
  • USB and XLR connectors make your life easier
  • Comes with everything you need
Great for podcasting, recording, and performing

The Audio Technica AT2005USB dynamic cardioid handheld mic is great for podcasting, home studio and location recording, voiceovers, and live performance. All this from one mic! It's the incredibly convenient inclusion of USB as well as XLR connectors that makes the AT2005USB so versatile.

USB and XLR connectors make your life easier

Audio Technica's AT2005USB dynamic cardioid handheld mic sports both USB as well as XLR connectors, letting you use it for just about any task - from recording with a computer to using it live onstage. Whatever sound you want to capture, the AT2005USB will get the job done.

Comes with everything you need

The Audio Technica AT2005USB is ready-to-rock, right out of the box. Mount the AT2005USB using the included tripod desk stand or mic stand clamp, plug it in with the included XLR or USB cable, and you're good-to-go. Whether you're podcasting, recording, or performing, you can't go wrong with the Audio Technica AT2005USB USB/XLR handheld mic!

Audio Technica AT2005USB handheld USB/XLR microphone Features:
  • Dynamic mic with cardioid pickup pattern
  • On/off switch; USB and XLR connections
  • Headphone output with volume control
  • Includes USB and XLR cables, tripod desk stand, and mic stand clamp
  • Mac/PC compatible
Simplify your life with the Audio Technica AT2005USB USB/XLR handheld mic!

Additional Media

Warranty Info

Sweetwater's FREE 2-Year Total Confidence Coverage Warranty

Extra peace of mind at no extra cost.

  • Save money with FREE parts and labor
  • Get back to making music with the industry's fastest turnaround time
  • Fix it the first time with our award-winning, factory-certified Service Department
Learn More about Total Confidence Coverage

Free 2-year Warranty

Sweetwater's 2-year Total Confidence Coverage™ Warranty gives you extra peace of mind at no extra cost.

Learn More about Total Confidence Coverage
Tools Icon

Save money with free parts & labor!

Fast Icon

Get back to making music with the industry's fastest turnaround time.

Award Icon

Fix it the first time with our award-winning, factory-certified Service Department.

Back to navigation

Tech Specs

  • Microphone Type: Dynamic
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency Response: 50Hz-15kHz
  • A/D Resolution: 16-bit, 44.1/48kHz
  • Output Impedance: 16 ohms
  • Color: Black
  • Connector: USB Mini-B, XLR, 1/8" (headphones)
  • Requirements - Mac: OS X 10.9 or later
  • Requirements - PC: Windows 7 SP1 or later
  • Mounting Options: Mini Tripod, Mic Clip (both included)
  • Power Source: USB Powered
  • Dimensions: 7.23" x 2.01"
  • Weight: 9.4 oz
  • Included Accessories: Mini USB to USB A Cable, XLR cable, Zippered Pouch
  • Manufacturer Part Number: AT2005USB

What Makes Our Sales Engineers Great?

Sweetwater Sales Engineers are a world-class team of experts dedicated to you. Hand selected from across the globe, each brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the world of music gear to provide you with unparalleled service completely free of charge. Friendly relationships, real trust, and the right gear are only a call or a click away!

Back to navigation

Customer Reviews

Write your review
Rated 4.5/5

Very pleased with the quality of sound from the AT2005USB

I run this mic through the XLR connection and record with a Marantz PMD661 MKII.. I have been very pleased with the audio quality. I generally turn off my computer, which sits about 1 1/2 feet away, but there have been times when I need to do a quick voiceover, so I don't turn off the PC. The microphone does a good job of isolating my voice and not recording the PC fans.

Of course, you always have to make a number of test recordings until you find the microphone's sweet spot.

I have the mic in a shock mount, and I also added a wind screen to minimize vocal "pops."

The microphone weighs 9.5 ounces and feels very high quality.

In the video below, I have it mounted to a swing-out arm, and I can then adjust the angle to place it in front of my mouth. (I replaced the two side ring lights with LED panel lights, and the camera is mounited above. I built this video station, largely from scrap wood.)
Music background: None
Rated 5/5

Bought this to play games with.

I actually bought this to play games with my friends. Orginally used a yeti mic but it kept picking up way to much background noise. This ended up being a perfect solution to my problem. Audio quality had been great and have heard no complaints from the people I'm talking to. The fact it came with a XLR connection is also great if I ever want to branch out.
Rated 5/5

Good mic

The microphone was purchased for my daughter so I am writing this according to what she has reported. She uses it mostly for Discord and VR chat. She is very happy with it's performance. Personally, I am hoping it will be durable because she goes through headphone mics like one drinks water!
Music background: Hobbyist
Rated 5/5

amazing sound for the price and quality made

I bought one of these for a broadcaster on my station, since I already owned one and knew how it performed. Once he received it and connected it via USB to his system the sound difference between this and what he was using was like night and day. Several people's responses when we did a broadcast last night were "WOW! who bought him the $300 mic?!" Little do they know it's not, it's well built with a solid metal shell, not plastic like many others. It has the ability to be XLR/USB or both which is how I use mine. Also being dynamic there's no need for phantom power which is a bonus for us. It has it's own built in sound card which is convenient, however I run everything through a mixer so have no need for it. The cardioid pattern has proven ideal, the focus point is near center directly into the pickup coil, so any sounds from the side or behind aren't picked up as easily. If you want a good sounding mic without paying through the nose, then give this a try. All my broadcasters will be getting one for their remote systems as we move along, that's how impressed we all are with them.
Rated 5/5

Great mic

This is perfect for my needs. And as always, Chance give great and friendly service. Thank you!
Close Close $8,000 PA System Giveaway -- input your email address below to enter or click here to learn more.

See giveaway details & rules or check out our past winners!

Success!

Your email, test has been entered to win this giveaway. Good Luck!