Electro-Voice RE20 Broadcast Announcer Microphone, Black

Electro-Voice RE20 Broadcast Announcer Microphone, Black

The Electro-Voice RE20-BLACK is a dynamic cardioid microphone that has become an industry standard, favored by professionals in broadcasting, podcasting, and sound engineering worldwide. Its popularity also extends into music production as a premium-grade instrument microphone. The RE20-BLACK's Variable-D design and heavy-duty internal pop filter excel for close-in voice work, while an internal element shock-mount reduces vibration-induced noise. Its elegant, low-reflection dark charcoal finish adds a professional aesthetic to any setup.

Designed with a voice-tailored frequency response, the RE20-BLACK captures smooth, natural, and controlled sound, making it ideal for both vocal and instrumental applications. Its true cardioid polar pattern ensures no coloration at 180 degrees off-axis, providing excellent isolation of the desired sound source. The large diaphragm dynamic element delivers studio condenser-like performance, offering exceptional detail and clarity without the need for external power sources.

The RE20-BLACK is built to withstand the rigors of daily use, featuring a rugged steel case material that ensures durability and longevity. A humbucking coil guards against line hum, allowing for clean audio capture even in electrically noisy environments. Additionally, the mid-bass tone-shaping switch provides flexibility by correcting spectrum balance for long-reach situations or when bass attenuation is needed. Whether in a studio or live setting, the Electro-Voice RE20-BLACK delivers reliable, high-quality audio performance.

Key Features

• Variable-D design for minimal proximity effect
• True cardioid polar pattern with no off-axis coloration
• Voice-tailored frequency response for natural sound reproduction
• Studio condenser-like performance in a dynamic microphone
• Large diaphragm dynamic element for detailed audio capture
• Humbucking coil to guard against line hum
• Mid-bass tone-shaping switch for spectrum balance adjustment
• Elegant, low-reflection dark charcoal finish

Technical Specifications

Element Type: Dynamic
Frequency Response: 45 Hz - 18,000 Hz
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Impedance: 150 ohms balanced
Sensitivity, Open Circuit Voltage, 1 kHz: 1.5 mV/pascal
Hum Pickup Level, typical (60 Hz/1 millioersted field): -130 dBm
Polarity: Pin 2 will be positive referenced to Pin 3 with positive pressure on diaphragm
Case Material: Steel
Finish: Dark charcoal
Dimensions: Length = 8.53" (216.7 mm); Widest Diameter = 2.14" (54.4 mm); Body Diameter = 1.94" (49.2 mm)
Net Weight: 1 lb, 10 oz (737 g)
Shipping Weight: 3 lb, 4 oz (1474 g)

Installation / Use Cases

• Broadcast and podcast recording using a dynamic announcer microphone
• Voice-over production requiring consistent vocal capture
• Radio studio environments using a broadcast-grade microphone
• Content creation setups for podcasting and streaming
• Recording spoken word with controlled proximity effect performance

What's Included

• Electro-Voice RE20-BLACK Microphone
• 81715 Stand Clamp