Audio-Technica
Audio-Technica AT2035
Condenser XLR
86
/ 100
From $169
VS
Audio-Technica AT2035 wins by 2
Sennheiser
Sennheiser Profile
Condenser USB
84
/ 100
From $129
Specdex verdict
Audio-Technica AT2035 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Audio-Technica AT2035 lands at 86 and Sennheiser Profile at 84. That puts Audio-Technica AT2035 ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Audio-Technica AT2035 if…
- ✓Well-known professional reputation
- ✓Good rejection (dynamic)
- ✓Plug-and-play USB (where applicable)
Pick Sennheiser Profile if…
- ✓Well-known professional reputation
- ✓Good rejection (dynamic)
- ✓Plug-and-play USB (where applicable)
Audio-Technica AT2035 86
vs 84 Sennheiser Profile
Score breakdown
Audio-Technica AT2035
86 sound 86
features 82
build 90
value 84
Sennheiser Profile
84 sound 84
features 80
build 90
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Audio-Technica AT2035 | Sennheiser Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Condenser XLR | Condenser USB |
Audio-Technica AT2035
Pros
- +Well-known professional reputation
- +Good rejection (dynamic)
- +Plug-and-play USB (where applicable)
Cons
- −XLR models need an interface
- −Shock mount often extra
- −Room treatment helps more than mic choice
Sennheiser Profile
Pros
- +Well-known professional reputation
- +Good rejection (dynamic)
- +Plug-and-play USB (where applicable)
Cons
- −XLR models need an interface
- −Shock mount often extra
- −Room treatment helps more than mic choice
FAQ: Audio-Technica AT2035 vs Sennheiser Profile
Which is better, Audio-Technica AT2035 or Sennheiser Profile? +
Audio-Technica AT2035 scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Audio-Technica AT2035 worth the price? +
At $169, Audio-Technica AT2035 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in build.
Is Sennheiser Profile worth the price? +
At $129, Sennheiser Profile delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in build.
Does Audio-Technica AT2035 or Sennheiser Profile last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.