Sound EngineeringBEST CONDENSER MIC UNDER Rs20000 in 2022

A condenser microphone is a commonly used microphone in studios, and they are very versatile for different purposes in recording scenarios. Several models of condenser microphone are available in the market on different budgets. Let us have a look at the best 3 microphones under Rs. 20000 available in India.

1. LEWITT LCT 240 Pro

LCT 240 pro from Lewitt is a good add on for a project studio and home recording. LCT 240 pro is suitable for Vocal , instruments and home recording. It comes with a cardioid polar pattern and gives a good performance on the budget.

LCT 240 pro frequency response has a light bump on the high frequency area about 6 to 8kHz. And it gives an airy performance on the vocals but not a harsh sounding and gives a shine on instruments especially like guitar.

The EIN is about -19dbB and the dynamic range is 123dB (A).Max. SPL for 0.5 % THD 142dBSPL.
Design wise it is one of the stunning mics in the market. It mirrors the philosophy of Lewitt in the modern cutting edge technology. This gives a fresh look in the studio.

2. AKG P420

The AKG P420 is a multi-pattern large diaphragm true condenser microphone for demanding home studios and project studios. This is a very versatile microphone with a switchable polar pattern. Cardioid , Omni and figure of eight polar patterns are available for different applications. It is a budget microphone with a switchable polar pattern.

A one inch dual capsule comes with an EIN of 15 dB-A and sensitivity of 28mV/Pa. 20 dB attenuation pad is suitable for recording high SPL application, up to 155dB SPL make it suitable for recording of loud instruments like drums and percussions too.

The form factor of the microphone is clean in design and the protective mesh gives a premium appearance as well. P series comes with similar looks and the black overall look is eye-catching.

3. Audio Technica AT2020

AT 2020 is a budget friendly yet versatile microphone for home studios and content creators. High SPL handling and wide dynamic range provide unmatched versatility. Thus, it is very suitable for musicians, home studios, and podcasting. It is a cardioid polar pattern microphone suitable for vocal recording.

The EIN 20dB is pretty high on the list but it’s still suitable for vocal recording, instrument recording. The mics sound good on the vocals and speech, so it found its way to the desks and studios of content creators and ADR. Maximum Input Sound Level is 144 dB SPL.

The design of mic is decent and modern, and combined with decent performance on the budget makes it appealing to beginner creators.