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Samson Meteor Mic USB Studio Microphone
Samson Technologies has grown tremendously since 1980 to emerge as a world-renowned company in the audio product market.
Large condenser diaphragm of about 25mm. Great frequency response for unhindered sound quality. Adjustable legs. Ready to record.
The microphone is very sensitive.
USB/Condenser
Mute Switch/Fold-back Legs
Windows/Mac
USB
6 x 3 x 5 Inches/10.6 oz
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Fifine USB Podcast Condenser Microphone
Fifine Technology began in 2009 as a research and development company, and today is a large distributor of audio products.
Customized uni-directional capsule. Cardioid polar pattern for clear sound. Versatile use. Comes with tripod.
Its USB cable is permanently fixed.
USB/Condenser
USB Cable/Uni-directional
Windows(Vista/XP)/Mac
USB
7.9 x 5 x 2.5 Inches/19.2 oz
Audio-Technica Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Since 1962, Audio-Technica has been in the business of providing the world with some top-class audio products for their everyday use.
Cardioid polar pattern. USB digital output as well as XLR analog output. Handheld. Jack for headphones. Great frequency response.
The microphone’s stand is made of plastic.
USB/XLR
Handheld/XLR
Windows/Mac
USB/XLR
7.9 x 2.2 x 10.6 Inches/9.4 oz
Blue Microphones iCE Condenser Microphone
Founded in 1995, Blue Microphones specializes in the production of a wide variety of audio production tools such as headphones and microphones, with a true passion.
Custom condenser capsule. Cardioid polar pattern that prevents unnecessary background noise. Ready to use without drivers. Stand and cable included.
Some customers complain of the intrusive red light that indicates when it’s powered.
USB
Condenser Capsule
Windows/Mac
USB
10.6 x 5.5 x 9.1 Inches/28.8 oz
Excelvan Studio Recording Microphone
Excelvan is a reputable company that focuses on giving its clients superior-quality electronic products for their computers.
Cardioid pattern designed to limit ambient noise for clear recordings. Neodymium magnet for good signal-noise ratio. Shock mount included.
You’ll have to power it with a 48V phantom power supply when using a laptop.
USB
Neodymium Magnet
Windows
Jack Pin
12.1 x 7.6 x 3.3 Inches/28.8 oz