Electro-Voice RE20 - Variable-D Cardioid Dynamic Microphone for Voiceover, Podcasting, and Studio

Electro-Voice RE20 - Variable-D Cardioid Dynamic Microphone for Voiceover, Podcasting, and Studio

The Electro-Voice RE20 is a benchmark cardioid dynamic microphone for radio, podcasting, and audio production. Its Variable-D design controls proximity effect for consistent timbre even at close range , while an internal pop filter and shockmount reduce plosives and vibration noise. It features a humbucking coil to reject hum caused by magnetic fields, and a low-cut switch optimizes vocal articulation. With a 45Hz–18kHz response, 150Ω balanced impedance , and 1.5mV/Pa sensitivity , the RE20 delivers a natural, controlled sound without the need for phantom power. The steel body (beige finish) is designed for intensive professional use; it comes with an 81715 clamp and is compatible with the 309A shockmount as an optional accessory.

Main features

• Variable-D : Stable cardioid directivity and minimal proximity effect for consistent vocals.
• Large diaphragm dynamic transducer with pop filter and internal element suspension .
• Humbucking coil : reduces pickup of mains hum and other electromagnetic interference.
• Bass Switch : Gentle ~ 4.5 dB roll-off between 400–100 Hz to clean up the low-end of the vocals.
• Studio specification : 45 Hz–18 kHz, 150 Ω balanced, 1.5 mV/Pa (1 kHz).
• Robust steel construction , fawn beige finish; includes 81715 clamp and 3-pin XLR thread.
• Optimized size and weight for desktop or radio arm: 216.7 mm long, Ø 54.4 mm maximum, 737 g .

Product benefits

• Clear voice, no bass roll-off : Variable-D and the bass filter keep the timbre stable at different distances.
• Less unwanted noise : pop filter and element suspension reduce plosives and vibrations of the stand.
• Easy installation : no phantom power required; simply connect via XLR to your interface, mixer, or preamp.
• Real versatility : in addition to voiceovers and podcasts, it performs on bass drums , brass , and guitars .

Use cases

• Broadcast & podcast : main mic for radio stations, studios, and content creators.
• Voice-over and dubbing : natural articulation with proximity control.
• Instruments : bass drum, double bass, brass or guitar amps with defined bass.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does it need phantom power? No; it's a dynamic microphone.
• What accessories does it include? Clamp 81715. As an option, the 309A offers elastic suspension for arms/brackets.
• What is polarity? Positive pressure on the membrane produces a positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of the XLR.

Description for projects

Cardioid dynamic microphone with Variable-D technology; response 45 Hz–18 kHz ; sensitivity 1.5 mV/Pa (1 kHz, open circuit); impedance 150 Ω balanced; XLR-3 connector ; low-cut switch (tilt ≈ 4.5 dB from 400 to 100 Hz); humbucking coil ; beige steel body; dimensions 216.7 mm (length) × Ø 54.4 mm max. (Ø body 49.2 mm); weight 737 g ; includes 81715 clip; optional accessory: 309A suspension.