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Saramonic SmartMic MTV550 Cardioid USB Condenser Microphone for Computers and Smartphones

Saramonic SmartMic MTV550 Cardioid USB Condenser Microphone for Computers and Smartphones

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With its five sound-enhancing presets and near-universal compatibility, the Saramonic SmartMic MTV550 USB condenser microphone offers podcasters, content creators, singers, and musicians an easy way to attain quality sound capture whether they use iOS/Android mobile devices or Mac/Windows computers for their productions. Though it is a USB Type-C mic, it comes with Lightning, USB Type-C, and USB Type-A cables, so the mic can be used with iPhones, iPads, Android smartphones or tablets, or laptop/desktop computers, no drivers required.
$231.00 - $231.00
$231.00
$231.00 - $231.00
$231.00

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OVERVIEW

  • For Vocal, Speech & Instrument Capture
  • For Computers and Mobile Devices
  • 5 Modes Optimized for Various Sources
  • 3.5mm Headphone Jack with Volume Control
  • Cardioid Pattern Minimizes Room Tone
  • Broadcast-Quality 48 kHz / 24-Bit Audio
  • Switchable High-Pass Filter
  • Built-In Pop Filter
  • Driver-Free, Plug-and-Play Operation
  • Lightning, USB-C, and USB-A Cables

With its five sound-enhancing presets and near-universal compatibility, the Saramonic SmartMic MTV550 USB condenser microphone offers podcasters, content creators, singers, and musicians an easy way to attain quality sound capture whether they use iOS/Android mobile devices or Mac/Windows computers for their productions. Though it is a USB Type-C mic, it comes with Lightning, USB Type-C, and USB Type-A cables, so the mic can be used with iPhones, iPads, Android smartphones or tablets, or laptop/desktop computers, no drivers required.

The SmartMic MTV550's cardioid polar pattern is ideal for recording sources in front of the mic while rejecting background noise and room ambience behind the mic. Turn the Mode control to optimize the mic's sound for speech, vocals, piano, acoustic instruments, or bands without having to manually tweak settings. The SmartMic MTV550 boasts a built-in pop filter to reduce pops from vocal plosives, a switchable high-pass filter for controlling bass buildup, and a mute button to cut the mic signal between performances or sections. Also, the mic features a 3.5mm headphone jack with its own volume control for convenient real-time audio monitoring.

  • Broadcast-quality condenser microphone with selectable sound presets (recording modes)
  • Recording modes optimize the sound for various sources such as piano, vocal, speech, acoustic instruments, and band/ensemble performances
  • Plug-and-play operation requires no driver installation
  • Compatible with Mac/Windows computers and iOS/Android mobile devices
  • Includes cables for USB Type-C, USB Type-A, and Lightning connectivity
  • Powered via USB
  • 24-bit / 48 kHz digital resolution
  • Mic mute switch
  • Switchable high-pass filter helps control bass buildup from proximity effect or rumble
  • Built-in pop filter reduces pops from vocal plosives
  • 3.5mm headphone jack with volume control allows convenient real-time monitoring
  • Integrated desktop stand

SPECS

Microphone
Primary Applications Podcast, Web-Streaming, Recording to Mobile Device
Form Factor Desktop
Intended Sound Sources Vocals, Speech/Voice Over, Instrument
Sound Field Mono
Operating Principle Pressure Gradient
Capsule Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Orientation End Address
Circuitry Solid-State
Pad None
High-Pass Filter 75 Hz
Tone Adjustment None
Gain Adjustment 0 to 36 dB
Indicators 1 x Blue Single LED (Mute, Power)
On-Board Controls Headphone Volume, High-Pass Filter, Mic Mute
Windscreen Built-In
Performance
Frequency Range 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL 130 dB SPL
Sensitivity -39 dB at 1 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 85 dB
Connectivity
Output Connectors (Analog) None
Output Connectors (Digital) 1 x USB Type-C Female (on Mic)
1 x USB Type-C Male (on Detachable Cable)
1 x USB Type-A Male (on Detachable Cable)
1 x Lightning Male (on Detachable Cable)
Headphone Connector 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm
Cable Length 3.9' / 1.2 m
Wireless Connectivity None
Bluetooth None
Digital Audio
A/D Conversion 24-Bit
Sample Rate 48 kHz
Digital Signal Processing Sound Presets
Operating System Support Android, Windows, iOS, macOS/OS X
Mobile Device Compatibility Android Smartphone (with USB Type-C)
Android Tablet (with USB Type-C)
iPhone (with Lightning Connector)
iPad (with Lightning Connector)
iPad (with USB Type-C)
Available Port USB (Interface Unspecified) or Lightning
Power
Bus Power USB / Lightning
Operating Voltage 5 V (USB Bus Power)
Operating Current Consumption 135 mA
Physical
Color Silver
Mounting Desktop Stand (via Integrated Hardware)
Included Case None
Included Filters None
Dimensions H: 3.9 x W: 3.9 x L: 6.5" / H: 100 x W: 98 x L: 164 mm
Weight 12.5 oz / 354 g

For all information on stock status, please read the following:

For IN STOCK items, quantity listed is for actual real-time stock.

If an item states "Contact Us For Availability", the item is not in stock at our West coast warehouse, but is likely IN STOCK at a manufacturers warehouse. These items can often ship within 1-4 business days, but not always. We supply the best delivery ETA upon contact, or automatically within 2-business days after placing an order.

PRE-ORDER means the product has not started shipping in normal quantities. The estimated delivery timeframe will be included on the product page if supplied by the manufacturer.

Items stating "New Item - Coming Soon" will have the release date if known, if not, you can contact the store to be added to an interest list for the product. This is the fastest way to secure your place in line on popular new products. Click here to go to our contact page.

If an item has a shipping timeframe listed, this is the typical time an item will ship to you after placing an order. Some items may have a longer time than posted due to factors such as manufacturer backorders. If you place an order with a shipping timeframe, we will contact you within 2-business days if the delivery timeline is likely to be significantly different from the timeframe estimate.

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