Detail 01
Dynamic element
No phantom power needed and it handles loud sources without distorting. Less high-frequency detail than a condenser.
Product detailSKU #1274115035680
Electro-VoiceRE20 Dynamic Cardioid Microphone
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Large-diaphragm dynamic cardioid mic built for broadcast voice. For anyone recording spoken word, podcasts, or close-miked instruments in an untreated room.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Podcast and radio voice work in an untreated room
- Close-miking kick drum, bass cab, or brass
- Anyone whose condenser picks up too much room noise
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting airy, detailed acoustic guitar or overheads
- Anyone without a preamp with real clean gain
- Budget-first buyers — a basic dynamic covers casual use
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Cardioid pattern
Picks up mostly what's in front and rejects the rear. Keeps room reflections and monitor bleed out of the take.
Detail 03
Large diaphragm
Fuller low end and a more even response than a small-capsule dynamic, which is why it reads as a broadcast voice.
Detail 04
Dynamic output level
Output is low compared to a condenser. Your preamp needs plenty of clean gain or you'll hear hiss.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No stand, boom arm, shockmount, or XLR cable included
- 02Needs a preamp or interface with high clean gain
- 03It's heavy — a light desk arm will droop under it
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need phantom power?
No. It's a dynamic mic and runs off the preamp's signal path alone. Leaving phantom on won't harm it, but it does nothing here.
02Is this good for podcasting?
That's its main use. The cardioid pattern and dynamic element keep room sound and background noise out, which matters most in a normal untreated room.
03Can I plug it straight into my computer?
No. It's an XLR mic and needs an audio interface or mixer with a mic preamp. There's no USB connection.
04Will it work on guitar amps and drums?
Yes. Dynamics handle high sound pressure, so close-miking a loud cab or a kick drum is within range.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gray
