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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)

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Style: A04 Mic


Color: Black


Features

  • Pro Sound Chipset 192kHz/24Bit: This Condenser Microphone has been designed with professional sound chipset, which allows the USB microphone to hold high resolution sampling rate. SAMPLING RATE: 192kHz/24Bit!!! Smooth, flat frequency response of 30Hz-16kHz, Extended frequency response is excellent for studio, speech and voice-over. Performed perfectly in reproducing sound, high quality mic ensures your exquisite sound reproduces on the internet
  • Plug and Play: The microphone has USB 2.0 data port, which is easy to connect with your computer, and no need extra driver software, and no need for an external sound card. Simply plug the USB cable into your laptop, and the mic is ready to use, offering seamless integration with various operating systems. Double shielding USB cable reduces interference. That makes it easy to sound good on a podcast, livestream, video call, or most any other kind of recording
  • 16mm Condenser Mic: With the 16mm electret condenser transducer, the USB microphone can give you a strong bass response. This professional condenser microphone picks up crystal clear audio. The magnet ring, on the USB microphone cable, has a strong anti-interference function, which gives you a better feel
  • Sturdy Boom Arm Set: With a pop filter and a foam windscreen, the condenser mic records your voice, and the sound is crystal clear. The shock mount holds the microphone steady with damping function. Particularly good for video voiceovers, podcasts, YouTube videos, Skype conferences, and so on
  • Compatible with MOST OS: For most laptops, PCs, PS4/5, and mobile phones, easy to connect, plug and play (not compatible with Xbox). It can also be used with Discord, Twitch, Zoom, etc, but please note that the A04 microphone isn't used with Maono Link. If you need Maono Link, recommend using the upgraded A04 Gen2 mic
  • What You Get: The USB podcast microphone set package includes, Condenser Mic*1, Adjustable Scissor Arm Stand*1, Metal Shock Mount*1, Pop Filter*1, Mic Windscreen Foam*1, Boom Arm Base*1, USB-A/USB-C to USB-B Cable*1, User Manual*1

Features

  • Professional Sound Chipset 192kHz/24Bit: This Condenser Microphone has been designed with professional sound chipset, which let the USB microphone hold high resolution sampling rate. SAMPLING RATE: 192kHz/24bit!!! Smooth, flat frequency response of 30Hz-16kHz--Extended frequency response is excellent for singing, speech and Voice over, Performed perfectly in reproduces sound, high quality mic ensure your exquisite sound reproduces on the internet.
  • Plug And Play : The microphone has USB 2.0 data port which is easy to connect with your computer and Linux operation system, and no need extra driver software, and no need for an external sound card. Double shielding USB cable reduces interference. That makes it easy to sound good on a podcast, livestream, video call, or most any other kind of recording.
  • 16mm Electret Condenser Transducer & Magnet Ring: With the 16mm electret condenser transducer, the USB microphone can give you a strong bass response. This professional condenser microphone picks up crystal clear audio. The magnet ring, on the USB microphone cable, have a strong anti-interference function, which makes you have a better feel.
  • Sturdy Boom Arm Set: With a pop filter and a foam windscreen, the condenser mic records your voice and the sound is crystal clear, the shock mount holds the microphone steady with damping function. Particularly good for video voiceovers; podcasts; YouTube video; skype conferences and so on.
  • Compatible With MOST OS: For all Laptop, PC and Mobile phones. But if you want connect with phone, you need an OTG adapter (not included). Strong output, no distortion, low power consumption. PACKING LIST: Condenser Mic + Adjustable Scissor Arm Stand + Metal Shock Mount + Pop Filter + Foam Mic Windscreen + Table Mounting Clamp + USB-B to USB-A Cable.

Description

MAONO, stands for Vision, a young & vigorous brand globally. As podcasts, live streams, short videos play an important position in social media like YouTube, Facebook channels, more creators realize the importance of better recording quality for video. MAONO AU-A04 USB Microphone Kit: AU-A04 podcast microphone is a classic microphone launched by MAONO. It is plug and play, easy to install and set up, and very suitable for starters. Loved by numerous users since its release. Read more Adjustable Angle and Foldable Arm Band The suspension boom scissor arm stand in fully adjustable in all parts. The arms of the stand are extensible in 135° back and forth, and 180° up and down, and it can be folded up. It enabling you to adjust the suitable angle and height to show your perfect voice. Premium shock mount Made of high-quality metal and high elasticity rope. It can protect the microphone all-around with high elasticity wrap roping design, which makes the microphone more convenient to install and prevents the microphone from falling. The shock mount has a foam protection wall, which is used to hold and protect the microphone. USB-A to USB-B cable： The USB 2.0 interface can be connected directly to the computer without any drivers to work The Magnet Ring avoids electromagnetic interference, provide a clearer and smoother recording Read more Read more AU-PM461TR RGB AU-A04 AU-PM421 PM500 Type Desktop Gaming Microphone Classic Podcast Microphone Upgraded Streaming microphone Professional XLR Studio Microphone RGB Lighting ✓ Microphone Gain ✓ ✓ Volume Adjustment Mute Function ✓ Microphone-core Dia.14mm Condenser Dia.16mm Condenser Dia.16mm Condenser Dia.34mm Condenser


Item Weight: 2.94 pounds


Package Dimensions: 17.24 x 8.15 x 3.54 inches


Item model number: A04


Batteries: 1 Lithium ion batteries required.


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: August 22, 2018


Color Name: A04 USB Microphone


Compatible Devices: For all Laptops, PC and Mobile phones. But if you want to connect with the phone, you need an OTG adapter (not included). Strong output, no distortion, low power consumption. PACKING LIST Condenser Mic + Adjustable Scissor Arm Stand + Metal Shock Mount + Pop Filter + Foam Mic Windscreen + Table Mounting Clamp + USB-B to USB-A Cable.


Connector Type: USB


Material Type: Metal


Size: A04


Hardware Platform: Laptop, PC


Power Source: Usb Microphone


Recommended Uses For Product: Streaming, Podcasting, Gaming, Recording, Music Production, Singing, Content Creation, Online Teaching, Voice Over, Audiobooks, Youtube See more


Brand: MAONO


Model Name: AU-A04


Connectivity Technology: USB, USB Type-C


Connector Type: USB


Special Feature: 192kHz/24bit, Cardioid Polar Pattern, Professional Sound Chipset, 16mm Capsule, Plug and Play, Premium All-Metal Kit See more


Compatible Devices: Computer, PC, Laptop, Desktop, Mac OS, PS4, PS5, Mobile phones


Color: Black


Included Components: Condenser Mic + Adjustable Scissor Arm Stand + Metal Shock Mount + Pop Filter + Foam Mic Windscreen + Table Mounting Clamp + USB-A/USB-C to USB-B Cable See more


Item Weight: 350 Grams


Microphone Form Factor: Large Diaphragm


Item dimensions L x W x H: 17.13 x 8.07 x 3.54 inches


Power Source: USB Microphone


Material: Metal


Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB


Hardware Platform: Laptop, PS4/PS5, PC, Computer, Mobile Phones


Number of Channels: 1


Frequency Response: 16 KHz


Global Trade Identification Number: 44


Manufacturer: MAONO


UPC: 667016188537


Item Weight: 12.3 ounces


Product Dimensions: 17.13 x 8.07 x 3.54 inches


Item model number: AU-A04


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: August 22, 2018


Color Name: Black


Material Type: Metal


Size: A04


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Style: A04 Mic Color: Black
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    • great for the price
Style: A04 Mic Color: Black
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Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2026 by THOMAS LANGE
    • Good for the Price.
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After doing a side-by-side comparison with the Fifine I choose this because the output was warmer and much more easily manageable in post-production. Being on the "warmer" side you will need to add a bit of high frequency tweak to get it a bit crisper. The boom arm grips well and holds its place fine. The usb/XLR connections make it very versatile. The pop filter is a nice addon and the shock mount is much better than the Fifine way of attaching to the boom arm. The software is basically useless. Not having a mic out mini jack on the bottom (like the Fifine) for monitoring is annoying hence the 4 stars. The base level noise is acceptable and if you're podcasting, YT or even singing vocals, for the price, it's a very decent option. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2026 by lkrogers
    • BEST! USB Microphone, MAONO 192KHZ/24Bit
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    • Great mic years later
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    • Very impressed
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