Stage Right by Monoprice USB Condenser Microphone with Cardioid Polar Pattern and Stand
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is there volume control?
A shopper
on Sep 28, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No, it does not, but since it is plugged in via USB, you can alter the volume settings in Control Panel | Sound | Recording
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- C E on Sep 28, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No, it does not, but since it is plugged in via USB, you can alter the volume settings in Control Panel | Sound | Recording
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- C E on Sep 28, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 17, 2020
There is no control knob for volume on the unit. Must be done in software
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- Nathan P on Sep 28, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 22, 2020
No not on the microphone. It would be on whatever software you're using.
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- William T G on Sep 28, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 24, 2019
There is no volume control or any other controls on the microphone.
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- Jeffrey L on Sep 28, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 24, 2020
Not on the mic. volume is controlled through pc sound settings.
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- Sam S on Sep 28, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 22, 2019
No, you have to use the computer audio input level controls.
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- Ron C on Sep 28, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 4, 2019
Volume is controlled from the app you use.
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- Gail E on Sep 29, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 29, 2019
There is not a volume control on this mic.
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- Christopher T on Sep 28, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 25, 2019
No. Volume control is through software
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- Glennon P on Sep 29, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 19, 2020
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When this is plugged into the USB port are you able to still hear via the audio output on the computer when talking to others via a streaming or video chat platform?
A shopper
on Apr 27, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes, it won't affect sound output. But initially you might need to go to Control Panel | Sound | Recording and right click the USB mic and make it the default device. Then, also check your WebEx or video conferencing software to check that it is also using that mic and whatever output device you want. Works great for me, and my students say the sound quality is Excellent.
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- C E on Apr 28, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes, it won't affect sound output. But initially you might need to go to Control Panel | Sound | Recording and right click the USB mic and make it the default device. Then, also check your WebEx or video conferencing software to check that it is also using that mic and whatever output device you want. Works great for me, and my students say the sound quality is Excellent.
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- C E on Apr 28, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 17, 2020
I have tried this for audio call. The microphone is not recognized on my Windows 10 PC when using ZOOM. Tried several times, no luck. I have not been able to use it a audio/video chat. Looks like I may not be the only one with this problem.
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- Vinay B on Apr 27, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 12, 2019
I use this mic on a chrome book with the laptop doing output audio and this mic doing input for Zoom calls several times a week and its plug and play and always works great.
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- Andy A on Feb 12, 2021
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2020
Yes, it does not disable your speakers. It only registers as an input device. I use it for recording and video conferencing. Probably would work well for streaming as well.
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- Nathan P on Apr 27, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 22, 2020
Yes, this device is only a mono audio input device. It will not act as an audio output device, so you will need a separate audio out for that.
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- Jeffrey L on Apr 27, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 24, 2020
Yes. this works just as an input device. it doesn't interfere with audio output.
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- Andrew B on Apr 28, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 19, 2020
Yes, the speakers still produce output when the microphone is connected.
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- Kathryn M on Apr 27, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 22, 2020
The mic doesn't affect audio output in any way, just the input.
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- Michael K on Apr 27, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 13, 2020
Yes you talk through this mic and hear through the PC speakers
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- Ayman Abouseif A on Apr 27, 2020
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Would this work with the ZOOM app?
Fred C
on Aug 8, 2020
BEST ANSWER: This is great for Zoom. I use speakers for Computer and have had no Feedback problems. You will have the best quality sound of anyone else on Zoom. Position mic between keyboard & you.
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- K K on Aug 9, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 25, 2019
BEST ANSWER: This is great for Zoom. I use speakers for Computer and have had no Feedback problems. You will have the best quality sound of anyone else on Zoom. Position mic between keyboard & you.
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- K K on Aug 9, 2020
- Purchased on Oct 25, 2019
Yes it will work with the Zoom app. All you do is plug it in the computer, launch the Zoom app, and then go into the settings and select the mic as the microphone source.
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- John P on Aug 13, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 7, 2020
Yes, in Zoom, under audio settings you can select this microphone. I use it for Zoom, WebEx, Teams, Jitsi, etc.
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- Will D on Aug 9, 2020
- Purchased on May 7, 2020
Yes, the microphone works very well for Zoom. Plug and play on a 27" iMac 2019 with Zoom.
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- Jesse K on Aug 9, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 29, 2020
I bought this for my wife who uses it daily on her Zoom meetings.
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- Michael M on Aug 9, 2020
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Is there an adapter to connect its USB output cable into a mini recorder’s 3.5 mm (1/8 Inch) external mic input?
H R
on Feb 26, 2022
BEST ANSWER: You would be better off looking for a microphone with a 3.5mm plug instead. This one has a built-in analog to digital converter to allow you to connect directly to a computer, but a 3.5mm connection is also analog so you don't need that added circuitry with a 3.5mm plug.
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- Josh B on Mar 30, 2022
- Purchased on Jul 26, 2021
BEST ANSWER: You would be better off looking for a microphone with a 3.5mm plug instead. This one has a built-in analog to digital converter to allow you to connect directly to a computer, but a 3.5mm connection is also analog so you don't need that added circuitry with a 3.5mm plug.
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- Josh B on Mar 30, 2022
- Purchased on Jul 26, 2021
This particular microphone is strictly USB. There is a micro USB end on the microphone and no further outputs. This microphone is fully intended to be used with a PC that has a standard USB port. For that job it works extremely well.
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- Leslie M on Mar 30, 2022
- Purchased on May 13, 2021
I don't think that would work because the mic needs the power from the usb. I think you would need some sort of intermediary box or preamp that powers the mic and converts what I assume is a digital (mic) signal into an analog one.
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- New User U on Mar 29, 2022
- Purchased on Apr 15, 2021
Yes, you can purchase an Andoer 3.5mm Male Audio Jack to USB 2.0 Female Adapter Converter OTG Cable (White),
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- James C on Mar 29, 2022
- Purchased on Apr 23, 2020
It looks like this is only for car audio players that can read MP3 files through the 3.5mm AUX port. If you search for it, it says in the description, "This 3.5mm male to USB2.0 female adapter cable is used for car AUX MP3" If you plug this adapter into a regular 3.5mm microphone input, there will be no power to power the microphone or digital/analog converter, so it probably won't work.
I don't see a place to plug in an analog cord.
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- Ron J on Mar 29, 2022
- Purchased on Apr 13, 2021
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how tall is this, with the stand, and what taller stand would work with it? Would the Monoprice desktop stand work with it?
A shopper
on Jul 10, 2020
BEST ANSWER: 6-1/4" tall. The base has a universal mic stand threaded 5/8"-27 female socket which fits any standard US mic stand ., whether desktop or floor. Comes with the small three legged stand and a universal female to female threaded adapter. So, to answer your question, and mic stand with a standard 5/8"-27 thread count will work.
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- New User U on Jul 11, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 30, 2020
BEST ANSWER: 6-1/4" tall. The base has a universal mic stand threaded 5/8"-27 female socket which fits any standard US mic stand ., whether desktop or floor. Comes with the small three legged stand and a universal female to female threaded adapter. So, to answer your question, and mic stand with a standard 5/8"-27 thread count will work.
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- New User U on Jul 11, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 30, 2020
With the legs fully splayed and the microphone upright it's just under 7 1/2 inches tall. The U-bracket/base connection is sized and threaded the same as a standard mic stand. I took the base off and attached the mic/bracket to a boom stand like the one attached (but a different brand). The desktop stand will work.
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- Abraham N on Jul 11, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 25, 2020
As in the illustration the mic sits about 6 inches above your tabletop with the supplied tripod mic stand. You have to remove a screwed in ring after you take it off the tripod stand then it will Screw on tona standard mic boom. The cable is a little short so you need to get a usb extension cable.
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- Robert E on Jul 10, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 23, 2020
I bought the monoprice scissor arm to go with this. Works well.The original stand is around 3" tall, the mic and the U bracket add another 4-6" depending on the angle you have it at. If I have to use it with my laptop I take the stand with me.
Stage Right by Monoprice Suspension Boom Scissor Broadcast Mic Stand with Integrated Mini USB Cable
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- Nathan P on Jul 10, 2020
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What's the best position for this mic? Vertical?
New User U
on Mar 31, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Speak into the mic from the front. It's not a side address microphone. The front should point at your mouth or slightly below. Keep a sufficient distance (6-8") so you don't create plosives which is air from your mouth popping the mic's diaphram.
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- New User U on Apr 1, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 30, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Speak into the mic from the front. It's not a side address microphone. The front should point at your mouth or slightly below. Keep a sufficient distance (6-8") so you don't create plosives which is air from your mouth popping the mic's diaphram.
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- New User U on Apr 1, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 30, 2020
Buy the version with the Goose Neck arm to support this mic, you can purchase it as a kit, you speak into the top of the mic, not the sides,
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- James C on Mar 31, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 28, 2020
This position as shown in the image is in the correct range. A microphone should be pointing to your mouth, not to the ceiling.
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- sml on Mar 31, 2021
- Purchased on May 6, 2020
The diaphragm is oriented toward the front of the mic. I use a boom stand to bring the mic up close.
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- Robert E on Apr 1, 2021
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Would this work with Stage Right by Monoprice Suspension Boom Scissor Broadcast Mic Stand with Integrated USB B-type Cable #602505? Looks like maybe the cable on the stand has a USB B plug. Anyone know?
Erik W
on Jul 5, 2020
Stage Right by Monoprice USB Condenser Microphone with Cardioid Polar Pattern and Stand
Stage Right by Monoprice Suspension Boom Scissor Broadcast Mic Stand with Integrated USB B-type Cable
BEST ANSWER: Yes. I have this mic with the scissor boom and the integrated cable. Works great!
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- Glennon P on Aug 21, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 19, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes. I have this mic with the scissor boom and the integrated cable. Works great!
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- Glennon P on Aug 21, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 19, 2020
Not familiar with the scissor mic stand, but the stage right microphones can be fitted to a standard mic boom by removing the adapter inside where the mic screws onto the little stand it is shipped with. I use a usb extension to get the extra range to set the mic boom where it is needed.
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- Gail E on Jul 6, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 29, 2019
Yes the adapter on the stand is made for any mic and the weight of the mic should not be a problem because all of the joints are adjustable. Just keep in mind that the cable is a Type B to Type A both ends male.
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- Don on Jul 5, 2020
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I work in a 10'x10' office with my wife. We sit 6' apart, and face the same wall (the desk is one whole wall of the room). We both work from home and need to be on calls at the same time. If we each had one of these mics, how much would this mic pick up the other person?
A shopper
on Jan 25, 2022
BEST ANSWER: My wife and I have a similar situation. This mic works well when we are sharing a zoom call on one computer. For the situation you describe, I would suggest a headset mic or a lavalier mic. Something that would be closer to your mouth so that the level could be set lower. Possibly earbuds with a microphone so there is no speaker cross talk with your calls.
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- Edwin F on Jan 26, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 8, 2021
BEST ANSWER: My wife and I have a similar situation. This mic works well when we are sharing a zoom call on one computer. For the situation you describe, I would suggest a headset mic or a lavalier mic. Something that would be closer to your mouth so that the level could be set lower. Possibly earbuds with a microphone so there is no speaker cross talk with your calls.
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- Edwin F on Jan 26, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 8, 2021
Tried sharing a home office with the SO and it didn’t work out-both of us are on video calls most the day and now work from separate rooms… but if I had to share a room I would go headset with noise canceling mic for both of us.
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- chris f on Jan 26, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2021
It picks up a good amount of background noise. I've had times where people on the call could hear my wife or child from another room.
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- Nathan H on Jan 26, 2022
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Does this have a headphone out for monitoring?
Joshua P
on Oct 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: This is an input only device, and therefore does not have a headphone out for monitoring, but if you're on a Windows device, you can go to your sound settings, click "sound control panel" on the right, click "recording" at the top, find the mic in the list and click on it, click "properties" at the bottom, click "listen" at the top of the newly opened window, and then check the box next to "listen to this device" and then you can hear your mic.
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- New User U on Dec 15, 2020
BEST ANSWER: This is an input only device, and therefore does not have a headphone out for monitoring, but if you're on a Windows device, you can go to your sound settings, click "sound control panel" on the right, click "recording" at the top, find the mic in the list and click on it, click "properties" at the bottom, click "listen" at the top of the newly opened window, and then check the box next to "listen to this device" and then you can hear your mic.
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- New User U on Dec 15, 2020
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What is the effective pick-up range of this microphone? Does it only work for up close voice?
Ken Y
on Jul 17, 2020
BEST ANSWER: It works best close to the mic.
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- sml on Jul 17, 2020
- Purchased on May 6, 2020
BEST ANSWER: It works best close to the mic.
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- sml on Jul 17, 2020
- Purchased on May 6, 2020
The microphone has quite a long range. It can pickup voices from the next room.
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- Adrian on Jul 17, 2020
- Purchased on May 5, 2020
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Is this mic capable of different sampling rates on a Mac, besides the default 48,000?
Christopher M
on Aug 27, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I am not on a Mac, but according to my settings menus, the mic is capable of 8000 Hz to 48000 Hz
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- New User U on Dec 15, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I am not on a Mac, but according to my settings menus, the mic is capable of 8000 Hz to 48000 Hz
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I hooked this up and even with my internal gain maxed out and the "Loudness" box checked in my microphone settings, it barely picks up any sound. Is there a specific driver that I need or a specific variety of USB port the device needs to be connected to?
Nick G
on Nov 9, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I'd make sure you are plugged into a USB port directly on your computer and not through a hub. Lack of power might affect it.
Double check you have the right microphone selected
I have this thing and it works great
Double check you have the right microphone selected
I have this thing and it works great
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- Adam D on Nov 10, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 21, 2020
BEST ANSWER: I'd make sure you are plugged into a USB port directly on your computer and not through a hub. Lack of power might affect it.
Double check you have the right microphone selected
I have this thing and it works great
Double check you have the right microphone selected
I have this thing and it works great
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- Adam D on Nov 10, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 21, 2020
The only thing i can think of would be to check the Sound Control settings in Windows. It didn’t need new drivers or anything for me. I’ve had it since April 2020 and it works well.
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- Glennon P on Nov 15, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 19, 2020
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Does the microphone work with Ubuntu Linux?
A shopper
on Apr 20, 2022
BEST ANSWER: Yes, it should work find IF you can currently use you USB-A port for other devices (like printers and flash drives).
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- Tom on Apr 25, 2022
- Purchased on Oct 15, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes, it should work find IF you can currently use you USB-A port for other devices (like printers and flash drives).
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- Tom on Apr 25, 2022
- Purchased on Oct 15, 2021
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Where is the lead in the microphone?
A shopper
on Aug 20, 2022
BEST ANSWER: On the flat area on the side, near one and. The plug for the usb cable is not on the end. As the microphone is oriented in the picture it is just to the right of the vertical part of the stand.
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- Ron J on Aug 21, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 2, 2021
BEST ANSWER: On the flat area on the side, near one and. The plug for the usb cable is not on the end. As the microphone is oriented in the picture it is just to the right of the vertical part of the stand.
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- Ron J on Aug 21, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 2, 2021
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Any chance of finding MP3 uploads here to actually sample it?
A shopper
on Oct 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Plenty of examples on YouTube if you haven't found them yet :)
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- William E on Jul 13, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Plenty of examples on YouTube if you haven't found them yet :)
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- William E on Jul 13, 2021
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What are the dimensions and weight of this mic? Does it fit in the Monoprice 602720 or 602722 shock mounts?
Ryan B
on Nov 19, 2019
BEST ANSWER: No, it will not fit either shock mount. It's too wide to fit in the 602720, and there is no M22 threading on the microphone housing so it will not work in the 602722.
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- Paul W on Apr 28, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No, it will not fit either shock mount. It's too wide to fit in the 602720, and there is no M22 threading on the microphone housing so it will not work in the 602722.
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- Paul W on Apr 28, 2020
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What size is the screw base that the stand screws into?
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on Jun 28, 2021
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will this record on an android phone?
New User U
on Sep 14, 2022
BEST ANSWER: I mean, sure. You’ll just need the right cable. Android phones generally have micro USB or USB-C ports. This has a mini USB port.
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- Christopher S on Sep 24, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2021
BEST ANSWER: I mean, sure. You’ll just need the right cable. Android phones generally have micro USB or USB-C ports. This has a mini USB port.
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- Christopher S on Sep 24, 2022
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2021
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Which Lightning cable would I need to use this microphone with an Apple iOS device?
Julie O
on Oct 24, 2019
Does this device work well with an iPad or iPhone?
Samuel C
on May 1, 2020
Will the Stage Right by Monoprice USB Large Condenser Mic fit into this mount?
New User U
on Jul 15, 2020
Stage Right by Monoprice USB Condenser Microphone with Cardioid Polar Pattern and Stand
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What is the length of the included USB cable?
Glen P
on Nov 17, 2020
Does anyone know the latency of this microphone? How much lag is caused by it?
William L
on Nov 17, 2020
i want to start recording songs and vocals. i play ukulele and want to record playing and singing. does this microphone work for that?
A shopper
on Nov 25, 2020
How much does the mic, with the mounting bracket attached, weigh without the stand? Also, what size foam windscreen is compatible?
Michael S
on Oct 20, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5
A reliable (USB) microphone at a decent price.
Works as expected.
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Excellent Value for a Laptop Microphone
So far, so good. I provides good sound for meetings on my laptop so it's not a rigorous use, but I'm happy with it. Great value.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great price to quality ratio
For the average consumer, this mic is incredible for the price. Fantastic for zoom meetings and I even use it for gaming. It's better than my friend's Astro A50 headset mic.
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Rated 2 out of 5
Despite the price, I was hoping that this condenser mic would give me a better idea of how my voice would sound with condenser mics in general. But it made my voice sound like I was calling from an old phone.
I saw good reviews for this mic and thought that it was able to achieve studio-quality recording, but looking again, I think those reviews were just saying that this mic was better than using the one from the laptop....
The mic from the headset that came default with my Samsung smartphone sounds better than this! (Though to be fair, sometimes it's similar.)
I saw good reviews for this mic and thought that it was able to achieve studio-quality recording, but looking again, I think those reviews were just saying that this mic was better than using the one from the laptop....
The mic from the headset that came default with my Samsung smartphone sounds better than this! (Though to be fair, sometimes it's similar.)
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Rated 5 out of 5
Good value microphone
I love this microphone for conference calls on TEAMs and Zoom.
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Rated 5 out of 5
High quality low cost desk voice microphone
While I can make no comparison to other microphones, this was a low cost to add a quality microphone to my PC, enabling me to use voice communication.
Pros:
The build is solid. The tripod legs extend into place with a reassuring click and the three rubber feet plant firmly onto any fairly flat surface. The yoke screws into the tripod firmly and the microphone rotates into position in the yoke and is held firmly in place by the bolts.
Testing voice communication in modern applications, i.e. clients with signal processing, I was able to place the device anywhere on my desk in any orientation and be heard perfectly clearly with the position affecting only the in-room acoustics. My voice sounded suitably close when the microphone was at arm's length.
While predominantly a matter of signal processing independent of the microphone, I am able to listen to others on large speakers surrounding my desk while talking to them without any feedback or interference - the ultimate speakerphone.
It looks cool with the green LEDs glowing inside the all-back device.
As with most hardware, it just works when plugged into any a PC running a modern Linux platform, showing as a SR600202 16 bit 48 kHz microphone.
Cons:
Mini USB connector. While a cable is provided, this ancient USB connector limits cable options. The chunky connector plugged in to the microphone limits rotation in the yoke and may affect placement and orientation.
Note that I am using a MiniUSB L adapter and a different cable..
Horizontal rotation. This is barely a con since the microphone is not particularly sensitive to orientation, however the yoke cannot be rotated on the tripod except by loosening the connection.
Pros:
The build is solid. The tripod legs extend into place with a reassuring click and the three rubber feet plant firmly onto any fairly flat surface. The yoke screws into the tripod firmly and the microphone rotates into position in the yoke and is held firmly in place by the bolts.
Testing voice communication in modern applications, i.e. clients with signal processing, I was able to place the device anywhere on my desk in any orientation and be heard perfectly clearly with the position affecting only the in-room acoustics. My voice sounded suitably close when the microphone was at arm's length.
While predominantly a matter of signal processing independent of the microphone, I am able to listen to others on large speakers surrounding my desk while talking to them without any feedback or interference - the ultimate speakerphone.
It looks cool with the green LEDs glowing inside the all-back device.
As with most hardware, it just works when plugged into any a PC running a modern Linux platform, showing as a SR600202 16 bit 48 kHz microphone.
Cons:
Mini USB connector. While a cable is provided, this ancient USB connector limits cable options. The chunky connector plugged in to the microphone limits rotation in the yoke and may affect placement and orientation.
Note that I am using a MiniUSB L adapter and a different cable..
Horizontal rotation. This is barely a con since the microphone is not particularly sensitive to orientation, however the yoke cannot be rotated on the tripod except by loosening the connection.
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 4 out of 5
Nice little USB microphone
You do have to be fairly close to the microphone to get full volume. I guess that's normal. But with the stand on a table it means bending over to get close enough.
I would have liked it better if Monoprice hadn't lowered the price from the $19.99 I paid to $12.84, just after the price guarantee window closed.
I would have liked it better if Monoprice hadn't lowered the price from the $19.99 I paid to $12.84, just after the price guarantee window closed.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great mike for the money
Attending and leading meetings on Zoom places a premium on the quality of the microphone. Those on laptops rarely measure up. This USB condensor microphone does the job superbly and a very reasonable price.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great upgrade
I am by no means an expert on microphones but I really am pleased with this purchase. First, it looks good on my desk and the USB functionality is extremely convenient.
I have not done any testing on it beyond using it to speak with ALEXA on my PC. The mic seems very sensitive even when I speak low. For half the retail price it was a great bargain.
I have not done any testing on it beyond using it to speak with ALEXA on my PC. The mic seems very sensitive even when I speak low. For half the retail price it was a great bargain.
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