I've had a heck of a time finding a microphone for my podcast and amateur singing efforts that 1) doesn't sound as if I'm talking on a low quality phone, 2) doesn't interact with my computer in such a way that there's a low hum in the background no matter what settings I use, and 3) is affordable. I sit at a desk when performing my audio tasks, so the size, form factor, and portability of such a device is not nearly as important to me as price and quality of function.
I tried this microphone within about 20 minutes of receiving it. I babbled, I sang, I set it at a comfortable level upon my desk and at times leaned farther away or closer in to the device, doing a wide array of things while talking towards it. Replaying the file, I was much appeased by the resulting recording. For my use, it's perfect, with no detectable hum, and a clear rendering of my voice.
I have mild hearing loss, so it's incredibly important to me that whatever I'm listening to be as clear as possible, as if I'm sitting across from someone who is narrating something or talking to me, rather than the fuzziness of a conversation over internet VOIP or a phone. This fit the bill very, VERY well. Sure, you can get even clearer quality if you spend enough money, but for my amateur purposes, this is well more than adequate.
All of that said, this has a very specific purpose, being sat upon a surface 1-2 feet away from whomever is talking. I had my mic gain selected and still found my recording to be on the soft side. Subtle post-processing amplification will be necessary, but the quality is so crisp that it can withstand that small degradation, and the average listener won't even notice.
I totally recommend this device for an audio podcaster who's prone to sitting while recording, or someone who's looking to record themselves singing. The Blue brand makes some really amazing quality microphones, and this low-end device fits that description very well. Placing the device closer to one's mouth will help with the volume, though you won't need to hold it as close to you as a standard condenser microphone.
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| power source | Usb Microphone | Usb Microphone | Usb Microphone | Corded Electric | Usb Microphone,Usb Condenser | Usb Microphone |
| connectivity tech | Wired | USB | USB | USB | USB | USB |
| connector type | USB | USB | USB Type-A | USB | USB | USB |
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Excellent sound quality
Excellent sound quality, but the form factor is a little quirky. I like its portability, but it doesn't sit too well on top of a thinner laptop screen as the "clip" can't be adjusted to clamp securely. I used a 1/4" tap to add threads to one side of the aluminum base, and now I can mount it to a mini tripod, giving me more options for placement and positioning.Caution: when recording don't adjust the mic's position by sliding it on a table surface, as I did when I had it sitting in its case. It picks up an incredible amount of noise like you wouldn't believe, and I didn't realize this until I played it back for editing.
