Audio-Technica AT8022 X/Y Stereo Microphone

This may not be the best microphone in the world. However, this microphone performs. I use a sound designs Mixpre 3ii because it is one of the quietest prosumer level sound recorders out there. The AT 8022 performs extremely well with this sound recorder. Unless you are using a high-end sound recorder, you will never hear the noise of this microphone.From extremely quiet environments to very noisy environments this microphone performs very well.

I record sound effects out in the field, and I have been using this microphone for nine months. How do I best state my opinion of its performance? I just ordered another one to add to the equipment arsenal.To give some examples of the situations I have used the AT8022 in, I recorded the sounds of frogs at night giving way to morning songbirds in a wetlands area on one day and recorded a Norfolk & Western steam locomotive with its whistle in full cry mere feet away as it climbed Christiansburg Mountain. This microphone handled both jobs equally well, capturing the nuances of a quiet environment (right down to the flutter of bird's wings) and the extreme SPLs of a closeup steam whistle without distortion.I can give no higher praise.

I use this exclusively for nature sounds and it is amazing! Best to buy an aftermarket fuzzy hood.

Very nice microphone for field recording and ambience recording!

I used this mic and had a couple of projects accepted played on National airways $$$ , awesome mic when you figure out how to use it right .

I  purchased the Audio-Technica AT8022 X/Y Stereo Microphone a couple years ago for use in my ambient sound recording and sound effects projects, and I have to say, I'm very impressed with its performance. This microphone is a great choice for anyone who wants to record sounds from the environment and other sources in high-quality stereo.The AT8022 is very well made. It has a strong metal body that feels solid and well-made.But the real star of the show here is the microphone's sound quality. The AT8022 makes stereo recordings that are full, clear, and have a wide soundstage that really captures the atmosphere. The X/Y stereo configuration is great for creating a sense of space and depth, making it a great choice for immersive soundscapes and other creative projects.One of the things I really appreciate about this microphone is how well it pairs with my Tascam Portacapture X8 recorder. The AT8022's is a perfect match for the X8, producing clean, noise-free recordings that really stand out. The two work well together, so I can just concentrate on getting the sounds I need and not worry about how to do it.Overall, I highly recommend the Audio-Technica AT8022 X/Y Stereo Microphone to anyone who wants to make high-quality stereo recordings for ambient sound and sound effects projects. Its solid build quality, excellent sound quality, and compatibility with the Tascam Portacapture X8 make it a fantastic choice for anyone serious about sound recording.