Description

The Maono AU-A04 condenser microphone is a popular, budget-friendly USB microphone kit designed for beginners in podcasting, streaming, gaming, and home recording. It is known for its ease of use (plug-and-play USB connectivity) and inclusion of a full accessory set, offering good audio quality for its price point. Key Features and Specifications The Maono AU-A04 comes as a complete bundle that typically includes a microphone, an adjustable boom arm stand, a shock mount, a pop filter, a foam windscreen, a table mounting clamp, and a USB cable. The "Gen 2" version also adds versatile USB-C and XLR connectivity options. Parameter Details Microphone Type Condenser Polar Pattern Cardioid (picks up sound from the front, reducing background noise) Sampling Rate 192kHz/24bit (high-resolution sound chipset) Frequency Response 30Hz–16kHz (original A04) Connectivity USB 2.0 (plug-and-play with Windows and macOS); Gen 2 models also offer XLR connectivity Diaphragm Size 16mm electret condenser transducer Build Quality Sturdy full metal body Compatibility Laptops, PCs, PS4/PS5, and mobile phones (requires an OTG adapter for phones)