USB Microphone, MAONO 192KHZ/24Bit Plug & Play PC Computer Podcast Condenser Cardioid Metal Mic Kit with Professional Sound Chipset for Recording, Gaming, Singing, YouTube (AU-A04)

Very sturdy attachments, springs hold up well, sound quality online is clear and precise.

Although the sound quality isn't better than a blue yeti, they sound almost the same and the Blue yeti was $100. But this is better since it's cheaper, same sound quality as my previous yeti, and comes with a long arm stand where my yeti just came with a little cup holder of a stand.

This is a great starting mic. Small, portable, easy to handle and mount. I broke the main fastener by making it too tight (be careful). Maono was quick to offer a replacement piece through Amazon, and their customer support was very helpful (contact them directly, not through Amazon). Thank you, Ray. :)

Great microphone! Looks and feels like an expensive mic. I appreciate that it comes with a foam cover, pop filter, and adjustable arm base. It’s also very easy to use. It’s a plug and play mic so you don’t have to download or buy any additional interfaces to get quality sound from it. And it does produce quality sound. I received so many compliments about how great/professional my audio sounded (I use the microphone for work and audio recordings). Unfortunately, 2 weeks into using the microphone, I started having issues with subtle white noise. After I failed to isolate and troubleshoot the issue myself, I reached out to Maono’s support and they were very responsive. They also attempted to help me figure out what was going on with my audio and when we could not resolve the white noise issues, they sent me a brand new microphone as a replacement. I found this very generous of them as I was only asking for a replacement cable. So while I might have received a defective product, their support staff’s responsiveness and willingness to help me resolve my issues despite my Amazon return window lapsing earns them 5 stars. So thankful that this company stands behind their products and are willing and able to make things right. *just a note: I think their support staff may be located outside the country… only because they would usually email me back in the middle of the night for me. Otherwise, we had no issues communicating.

A very high quality and well made microphone, it has worked for me for years. I use it every day and never have had any real issue with it.

Standard for all my reviews: When reviewing products, I always remain objective and honest about the product or service. I always review with information that I feel others would like to know about the product as I always assume what I'm writing will influence for or against the purchase. I always try to go above and beyond surface characteristics and input into quality, value and application. Most importantly, I will always end the review with an answer as to whether I'd purchase the product again which I believe is the most critical question pertaining to the item. To manufacturers: Want me to review your items, just let me know! When purchasing electronic gadgetry, I rarely go the 'cheap' route. I started my research with the expectation of purchasing the Blue Yeti combo which includes the mic, shock mount and scissor arm. But at $300 I wasn't sure if I really needed to go all-in for it. After thoroughly searching reviews and comparing products I decided I'd give this Maono combo pack a go. It comes with the condenser mic, scissor arm, shock mount, and pop filter. The price point of about $60 left me wondering just what I'd be getting but figured if it was terrible, I'd return it, use it somewhere else or simply replace it with a better unit. I'm not a BIG podcaster but have multiple online meetings, participate in events and want to get more into podcast hosting in the future but mostly just wanted a unit I could keep on hand, ready to go and push it out of the way when not needed. Perhaps my bar for expectation was too low given the price point but I'm VERY impressed with this set up for the price. The installation was an absolute breeze. In fact, it was so easy, I didn't even look at the instructions until the end as I thought I had to have missed something. I was able to get it set up in probably 5 minutes and it is truly plug and play with your PC (Windows 10). I plugged it into my USB hub, the PC immediately recognized it and I was ready to go. I did a quick test of mic volume and level and it sounds awesome. All the attachments are intuitive, easy to adjust and attach. As you can see on the one picture, I have the arm attached to the back side of my stand-up desk. It's secure and very easy to swing out of the way. The arm is plenty adjustable, swings easily and I can position the mic in any number of positions based on what I'm needing. I have yet to use the pop filter and probably won't unless I'm on a very important podcast/show. As far as the mic itself, couldn't ask for more. Levels appear good. Volume is good. The only thing to be aware of is that it is a directional mic and, therefore, you need to make sure the "Maono" name and logo on the mic are facing you when mounting it. If you don't, it's going to sound like you are in a closet or under your desk when talking. I tested it in a number of different distances and angles and it has great sensitivity and volume. It has only been two days since I've been using it so I can speak to the durability of the parts, pieces or electronics but everything appears well made, solid and durable. The others on my meeting said I sounded great. I would, without a doubt, purchase this product again and am very glad I saved the $250 to go this route first. Two big thumbs up for this Maono product at this price point.

The MAONO AU-A04 USB Microphone is an outstanding mic for anyone looking for professional sound quality without breaking the bank. Setup is truly plug-and-play—just connect it to your computer and it’s ready to go, no drivers or complicated steps required. The build quality is excellent, with a sturdy metal body and adjustable stand that feels solid and reliable. The 192kHz/24-bit sound chipset delivers crisp, clear audio with a rich tone, making it perfect for podcasting, recording vocals, streaming, gaming, or YouTube videos. The cardioid pickup pattern does a great job of focusing on your voice while reducing background noise, which gives recordings a clean, studio-like sound. For the price, you get an incredible value with everything included—microphone, stand, shock mount, and pop filter. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced creator, the MAONO AU-A04 is a fantastic choice that easily rivals more expensive microphones. Highly recommended!

This mic is an okay entry point if you're brand new to podcasting or recording on a tight budget. I appreciated how quick it was to get started and the included accessories are a nice touch. However, I gave it 3 stars because the sound quality didn’t meet my expectations for the advertised specs. It's fine for voice chats and gaming, but for professional-quality recording, there are sharper, richer-sounding options available just a tier above. I'd recommend it as a learning tool or casual-use mic, but not for serious production work.

Satisfeito

It is very good and affordable. Don’t think twice buy it!

Good but little poor mic sounding and no mute button

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really nice sounding audio