Dynamic Microphone, USB/XLR Podcast PC Microphone with Software, EQ,Tap-to-Mute, Headphone Jack, Gain Knob & Volume Control, Studio Mic for Broadcast, Recording, Streaming & Gaming (PD400X)

The quality of this product was unexpectedly high, i love the packaging, the sound and the software . It lasts for long , the material is super nice It’s easily adaptable and manageable!! Really the best purchase for this price

I bought this as an upgrade to my Astro a50, because the mic on it sucks. But this new microphone while not being a completely budget microphone is definitely worth the money. The software is phenomenal as well. If you're like me and your beginner at using studio type microphones, then this is a great entry point with good software to get you started. I don't really do any actual studio recording, but I play a lot of games and I got tired of my microphone sound like I was FDR telling people about Pearl harbor. It's a really small and heavy duty microphone. It's made out of solid metal except for the gain knob and the screws that hold it to the mount. Other than that it's fantastic. It has some weight to it so it feels nice and premium, and overall just a fantastic microphone. The sound quality is fantastic as well especially right out of the box before you do anything with the software. I also want to take note of their amazing customer service. The one that I got originally had a issue with the USBC port, I noticed it after my cats would rub their head on it It would just start disconnecting. So I just sent them an email and they were quick to respond and quick to just issue out a whole new product to me. I received a brand new microphone two days later and this one doesn't have an issue at all. Phenomenal customer service, and a phenomenal product for the money that you're paying. I bought their low profile boom arm as well, huge fan of it and it doesn't make a lot of noise that other people can hear or that you can hear yourself.

I'm not an audio or mic expert but I got these specifically because I was looking for some professional looking podcast mics that had usb or xlr options because I initially needed the USB until I got a mixer to switch to XLR. I'm not one to just get the Sure SM7B just because it's supposed to be the best sounding mic. I listen to a lot of youtubers that use a variety of mics that sound great and I don't say hmm the Sure is far superior sounding. I say ummm I can't really tell the difference with a lot of them. And even if I can, unless it's very echoey or peaking usually it doesn't take away from the video to have a cheap mic. I also watch several podcasts who use the Rode PodMic which you can get used for way under $100 and that one also sounds great. And these are big podcasts like Valuetainment. In fact, except for the fact that I wanted both USB and XLR and that I liked how these MAONO mics looked, I probably woulda gone with the Rodes. What I'm saying is that I feel like I could use these MAONO mics into the future for a professional podcast and not have to upgrade because they sound great, look professional, are are built like tanks. It's a great time to do podcasts and Youtube because there are many good cheap options and you don't need a $400 mic at all with the options out there. I recommend these MAONOs if you want the flexibility of USB and XLR. It came very useful to me when doing different kinds of videos. The usb was plug and play, and the XLR is gonna be for more professional use with mixers and multiple mics. So as you grow and when you need to upgrade... you won't have to because this mic will work for you.

So far so good. The build quality on this mic seems to be really good it the screws hold everything in place allowing me to easily adjust the position of the microphone without any sagging. It comes with a weighty base that is perfect to get started with if you have the desk space in front of you to use it. the cable works as expected. I purchased this as my headset had a tendency to echo to anyone I was voice chatting with and they all say my voice clarity is excellent. I'm using this with a focusrite scarlet and so far I do have to have everything turned quite far up to for my voice to be loud enough to for others to hear but it does get loud enough. I may get a usb extension cable to be able to try the usb quality. I'd also like to note that I use linux as my primary OS and things worked right out of the box. Overall I'm quite pleased with the setup I have.

The microphone is really good for it’s price. The sound quality is good! Obviously you can get small noise but for the value it’s passable imo. The overall quality feels great, for example it’s kinda heavy and the materials feel with good quality. I’m using it for the moment with USB C and you can use the Maono link app where you can tweak gain, use limiter, compressor, and even noise gate which is really good isolating some background noise, HOWEVER when you are talking that background noise can be taken by the Microphone. The only complaint I have is that the microphone came with a small damage on its surface (picture) but overall is good considering I bought it on sale ($108 usd) and I guess that’s the only defect it has.

If you are looking for a fantastic microphone for the best price around, then you've found the right one then! I had the Maono PD200X for a couple of years, and I loved that thing to death, so I eventually needed a new mic, so I thought I'd treat myself to a little upgrade for the podcast. However, I didn't have money for some $600 mic, but I wanted that quality so bad, and I found it for way cheaper!! I didn't realize I was getting such a great mic, that when I first turned it on, I was shocked by the clarity, the warmness, and overall tone that it produced. It's SUPER EASY to connect, USB plugged into computer, download the Maono Link, and BAM, you've got a whole equalizer for free and an intuitive way to control the settings. Don't forget the freaking cool button that lets you mix your monitoring! It functions way above my expectations, and has held up to some serious outside noise not leaking in. I have a rather untreated room, so this was crucial that it doesn't pick up emptiness and echoes. Using the settings and finding the sweet spots has really amped up the podcasts sound and even gave me a little bit of a confidence boost, knowing that I can speak easier and be picked up even better. I had one small issue with a sound that I couldn't figure out where it was coming from, and Maono Customer Service showed up like no other! They were willing to listen to every recording, and walk me through steps on how to troubleshoot and fix everything! I haven't had customer service like that, especially with anything tech, ever! I am blown away by their products, and their care for their customers! I suggest going with Maono for all your microphone needs just by this experience alone. Highly recommend, and am willing to invest in a second one in the future! Unless they come out with a new USB model by then of course!

I have been using Maono's microphones for more then a year now as an musician. The microphone itself has amazing quality and is very intuitive when it comes to the buttons on the microphone. When I needed help with the microphone, customer service was very helpful in helping what I needed. The lights on the microphone make the whole thing glow and even when using it for a year, it still looks like I just started using it! Looks amazing. Little to no noise level at all & it has adjustable frequencies on the bottom for if you need more bass in your voice OR for high end recording like narration. Amazing overall & I would highly recommend this microphone to anyone looking for anyone that professionally needs a microphone!

I can’t recommend this microphone enough. The sound quality is fantastic, especially when compared to microphones at a similar price point. This thing punches well above its weight class in sound quality. It has a very similar sound quality to the Shure microphones in terms of its richness and depth. It also comes with the Maono Link software, which lets you fine tune your EQ for the audio. The software even has presets to make it super simple to change the vocal profile. The software is simple to use for every level of customer. The mic comes with a heavy duty metal mic stand/plate, and when I say heavy duty, I mean it. You’ll be shocked at the weight of the stand, which is great for keeping the mic stable on a tabletop. The mic is USB and XLR compatible, and it comes with a really nice XLR and USB-C to USB-C/A cable (with swappable adapter on the end depending on your setup). The mic itself is extremely attractive and resembles the higher priced mics you see in pro studios. It is built like a tank with an all metal body that feels tough. I wouldn’t be worried about it falling over and getting damaged; it’s substantial. It also comes with a plush windscreen that does help dampen a lot of outside noise, and it deepens your voice. The mic has a physical gain knob on it to control mic volume, it has LEDs that indicate your levels and that move as you speak to warn you of clipping at high volumes. The gain knob can be pressed, which switches the gain knob over to controlling headphone volume, and another press of the knob switches to colume control over headphones and mic gain together, which is great. The other standout feature is the tap to mute button on the actual mic. It’s not a true button you press that makes a ton of noise when you press it, it’s a simple tap-to-activate button that’s super convenient when recording. This is a legit pro-quality mic for a fifth of the cost, and it delivers at every level. I was shocked at how good it sounded out the box, and even as a USB mic, this thing sounds fantastic. It is well worth it. Beyond that, their customer service is top notch. I had an issue with my headphones not receiving audio on the mic, and they are willing to help me out and replace the mic even though I’m outside of my warranty window. They say they stand by their products, and they clearly mean it. I’ll be using this mic for a long time, at least, until they come out with a new and better one 😉 This is a must get for any podcaster or voice recording artist who wants pro-quality audio at a fifth of the price. You will not regret getting this beast.