Headrush Microphones
DYN 20
Inspired by Electro-Voice® RE20
The DYN 20 It is inspired by the classic Electro-Voice RE20, a dynamic microphone widely used for:
- Bass
- Guitar (full sounds)
- Broadcast
Main features:
- Sound deep, full and very controlled
- Solid and precise bass
- Soft and non-aggressive highs
- Great headroom
It is the ideal microphone to obtain a big and modern sound without harshness
Frequencies
- Low → very present but defined
- Medium → clean and natural
- High → soft, never sharp
More controlled than the DYN421 on the bass
Attack / dynamics
- Round attack
- Less aggressive than Dyn57
- More "tight" than the Ribbon
Natural compression
- Light
- Stable and controlled sound
- Very mix-ready
BEHAVIOR IN THE MIX
- Full but tidy sound
- Excellent bass control
- It doesn't invade too much
Perfect when you want body without kneading
BassModern rockClean fullControlled crunchesImportant low end
Controls
Axis Interaction
Axis = Y (On-axis)
- More definition
- More attack
- More control
Axis = N (Off-axis)
- Warmer
- Rounder
- Softer
Super balanced in both positions
Pro Tips
WHEN TO USE IT (QUICK RULE)
Use DYN 20 when:
- You want controlled lows
- You want full but precise sound
- Modern sounds
Avoid it When:
- Strong attack is needed
- You want vintage sound
PRO TIP
Ideal combo:
- DYN20 + Axis Y + Breakup 20–25%
Tight, full and modern sound
Setup Examples
Clean full
AxisN
Breakups15–25%
Big and natural
Modern rock
AxisY
Breakups20–30%
Tight and defined
Bass
AxisY
Breakups10–20%
Punch controlled