{"product_id":"usb-desktop-condenser-microphone-with-rgb-light-plug-play-computer-mic-with-1-5m-cable-for-streaming-gaming-video-calls-podcasts","title":"USB Desktop Condenser Microphone with RGB Light – Plug \u0026 Play Computer Mic with 1.5m Cable for Streaming, Gaming, Video Calls \u0026 Podcasts","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"USB desktop condenser microphone with RGB lighting and 1.5m cable. Plug and play for PC and Mac — no drivers needed. Cardioid pickup pattern, 16mm condenser capsule, touch-mute button, adjustable stand. Ideal for streaming, gaming, video calls, and podcasting.\"\u003e\n  \u003ctitle\u003eUSB Desktop Condenser Microphone with RGB – Plug \u0026amp; Play, 1.5m Cable | Streaming, Gaming, Podcasts, Calls\u003c\/title\u003e\n\n  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n    \"@type\": \"Product\",\n    \"name\": \"USB Desktop Condenser Microphone with RGB Light – Plug \u0026 Play Computer Mic with 1.5m Cable\",\n    \"description\": \"USB desktop condenser microphone with RGB ambient lighting. Cardioid pickup pattern, 16mm condenser capsule, touch-mute button, adjustable desktop stand, 1.5m braided USB cable. Plug and play — no drivers required on Windows or Mac. 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Play, 1.5m Cable for Streaming, Gaming, Calls \u0026amp; Podcasts\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"tagline\"\u003eSound that sounds like you spent more — without the driver installs, interface boxes, or studio knowledge to get there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Stats Bar --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"stats-bar\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-num\"\u003e16mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-unit\"\u003eCapsule\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-label\"\u003eCondenser\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-num\"\u003e24-bit\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-unit\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-label\"\u003eAudio resolution\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-num\"\u003e48kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-unit\"\u003eSample\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-label\"\u003eStudio rate\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-num\"\u003e1.5m\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-unit\"\u003eCable\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-label\"\u003eBraided USB\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-num\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-unit\"\u003eDrivers\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-label\"\u003ePlug \u0026amp; play\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"stat-cell\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-num\"\u003eRGB\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-unit\"\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"stat-label\"\u003eOn\/off toggle\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compat chips --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"compat-strip\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"compat-chip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWindows 10 \/ 11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"compat-chip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emacOS 10.13+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"compat-chip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscord\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"compat-chip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOBS Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"compat-chip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZoom \/ Teams \/ Meet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"compat-chip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwitch \/ YouTube Live\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"compat-chip\"\u003eAudacity · GarageBand · Adobe Audition\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"compat-chip\"\u003ePS5 \/ PS4 (via USB)\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Short Description --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"desc\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBuilt-in laptop microphones produce the flat, tinny audio that marks every amateur Zoom call and low-effort stream. This \u003cstrong\u003eUSB desktop condenser microphone\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a \u003cstrong\u003e16mm condenser capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same capsule type found in microphones costing five to ten times more — to capture voice audio with the depth, warmth, and presence that built-in mics structurally cannot deliver. The cardioid pickup pattern focuses directly in front of the mic while rejecting keyboard clicks, fan noise, and room echo from the sides and rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSetup is three seconds: plug the USB cable into any PC or Mac, and the operating system recognises it as an audio input device instantly — \u003cstrong\u003eno drivers, no software, no audio interface required\u003c\/strong\u003e. Discord, OBS, Zoom, Teams, and every other communication or recording application sees it as a standard microphone and selects it automatically. The \u003cstrong\u003e1.5m braided USB cable\u003c\/strong\u003e reaches from a desktop USB port to the optimal mic position without pulling taut or tethering you to the front edge of the desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003etouch-sensitive mute button\u003c\/strong\u003e on the mic body kills the signal instantly with a single tap — the RGB ring switches from its active colour to red as confirmation, so there's never any uncertainty about whether you're live or muted. The RGB ambient ring can be cycled through colours or switched off entirely for a cleaner desk aesthetic during content that doesn't need the visual element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Feature Cards --\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhat sets it apart\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"feat-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"feat-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-icon\" style=\"background:var(--purple-bg)\"\u003e🎙️\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e16mm Condenser Capsule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eLarger diaphragm captures voice with more depth and natural warmth than the tiny electret elements in headset mics\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"feat-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-icon\" style=\"background:var(--green-bg)\"\u003e🎯\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eCardioid Pickup Pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eRecords sound directly in front — rejects keyboard noise, fan hum, and room reflections from sides and rear\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"feat-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-icon\" style=\"background:var(--blue-bg)\"\u003e🔌\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eTrue Plug \u0026amp; Play USB\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eRecognised as a USB audio device by Windows and macOS instantly — no drivers, no software, no setup time\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"feat-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-icon\" style=\"background:var(--pink-bg)\"\u003e🌈\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eRGB Ambient Ring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eCycles through colours or switches off entirely — doubles as a mute indicator when the touch button is tapped\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"feat-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-icon\" style=\"background:var(--teal-bg)\"\u003e🤫\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eTouch-Sensitive Mute\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eSingle tap silences the mic instantly — RGB ring turns red as visual confirmation; no guessing if you're live\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"feat-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"feat-icon\" style=\"background:var(--amber-bg)\"\u003e🎚️\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e24-bit \/ 48kHz Recording\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eStudio-standard sample rate and bit depth — clear enough for podcast distribution and professional voice recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Use Cases --\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eBuilt for every desktop audio scenario\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"usecase-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"usecase-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"usecase-tag\" style=\"background:var(--purple-bg);color:var(--purple-text)\"\u003eStreaming\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eTwitch \u0026amp; YouTube Live\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eCardioid pattern keeps game audio and keyboard out of the mic. RGB ring adds visual identity to the stream frame without any effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"usecase-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"usecase-tag\" style=\"background:var(--blue-bg);color:var(--blue-text)\"\u003eGaming\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eIn-Game Voice \u0026amp; Discord\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eSits on the desk at arm's length and picks up your voice clearly — no headset required, no mic boom brushing your face mid-game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"usecase-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"usecase-tag\" style=\"background:var(--teal-bg);color:var(--teal-text)\"\u003eRemote Work\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eZoom, Teams \u0026amp; Meet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eSounds noticeably better than a laptop mic or AirPods — the cardioid pattern keeps room noise out of long meeting calls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"usecase-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"usecase-tag\" style=\"background:var(--green-bg);color:var(--green-text)\"\u003ePodcasting\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eSolo \u0026amp; Interview Recording\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e24-bit \/ 48kHz output is broadcast-quality — records directly into Audacity, GarageBand, or Adobe Audition with no interface required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- What's in the box --\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"inbox-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"inbox-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"inbox-qty\"\u003e×1\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"inbox-name\"\u003eUSB condenser microphone with RGB ring\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"inbox-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"inbox-qty\"\u003e×1\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"inbox-name\"\u003eAdjustable desktop stand with anti-vibration base\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"inbox-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"inbox-qty\"\u003e×1\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"inbox-name\"\u003e1.5m braided USB-A to USB-B cable\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"inbox-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"inbox-qty\"\u003e×1\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"inbox-name\"\u003eFoam windscreen pop filter\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"inbox-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"inbox-qty\"\u003e×1\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"inbox-name\"\u003eQuick start and software setup guide\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Spec Table --\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eProduct specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"specs-wrap\" itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eCapsule type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003e16mm condenser\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003ePickup pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003eCardioid\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003e50Hz – 16kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eSample rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003e48kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eBit depth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003e24-bit\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003e-38dB ±3dB\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003e\u0026gt;75dB\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eConnection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003eUSB-A (USB 2.0)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eCable length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003e1.5m braided nylon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eCable type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003eUSB-A to USB-B (detachable)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eMute button\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003eTouch-sensitive — RGB mute indicator\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eRGB lighting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003eCyclic colour \/ solid \/ off modes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eDriver requirement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003eNone — USB Audio Class compliant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eOS compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003eWindows 10\/11, macOS 10.13+, PS4\/PS5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eStand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003eAdjustable desktop tripod — anti-vibration base\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eMic body dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003e53mm diameter × 130mm height\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"spec-label\"\u003eWeight (mic only)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"spec-val\"\u003e265g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Long-form SEO copy --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"longform\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2\u003eCondenser vs. dynamic microphones — which is right for desktop use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMicrophones for voice recording fall into two primary categories: dynamic and condenser. Dynamic microphones are robust, reject background noise aggressively, and handle very loud sound sources well — they're the standard for live stage performance. Condenser microphones use a lighter diaphragm that responds to smaller air pressure variations, capturing more detail, a wider frequency range, and greater sensitivity to the nuances of a speaking voice. For desktop use — streaming, calls, podcasting, and gaming — condenser is almost always the correct choice. You're speaking at a conversational volume in a relatively controlled environment, and the sensitivity advantage of a condenser produces noticeably more natural-sounding voice audio than a dynamic at the same price point. The tradeoff (greater sensitivity to room noise) is managed by the cardioid pickup pattern, which rejects sound from behind and to the sides of the mic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2\u003eWhat the cardioid pickup pattern actually means\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA microphone's pickup pattern describes the three-dimensional space from which it captures sound. Cardioid — named for its heart-shaped coverage area — picks up sound in a roughly 130° arc in front of the mic and strongly rejects sound from directly behind (180° off-axis) and the sides. For a desktop streamer or podcaster, this means the mic captures your voice while rejecting keyboard noise (behind the mic), PC fan noise (to the side), and room echo bouncing off the wall behind you. Positioning matters: place the mic 15–30cm from your mouth, slightly below lip height angled upward, and the cardioid pattern does most of the acoustic noise rejection without any software processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2\u003e24-bit \/ 48kHz — why these numbers matter for recording\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAudio quality in digital recording is defined by two numbers: sample rate (how many times per second the audio signal is measured) and bit depth (how many gradations of volume each sample can represent). CD quality is 16-bit \/ 44.1kHz. This microphone records at 24-bit \/ 48kHz — the professional standard for broadcast and podcast distribution. The 24-bit depth provides 144dB of theoretical dynamic range, meaning quiet breaths and loud emphasis are both captured cleanly without the quantisation noise that makes 16-bit recordings sound grainy at low volumes. The 48kHz sample rate is the standard for video production platforms including YouTube, Twitch, and Zoom — audio recorded at 48kHz requires no resampling when exported to video formats, preserving quality through the encoding process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2\u003eSetting up in Discord, OBS, and Zoom\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAfter connecting the microphone via USB, it appears as \"USB Audio Device\" or similar in the operating system's audio settings. In each application: Discord — User Settings → Voice \u0026amp; Video → Input Device → select the USB microphone. OBS — Settings → Audio → Mic\/Auxiliary Audio → select the USB microphone. Zoom — Settings → Audio → Microphone → select the USB microphone. Microsoft Teams — Settings → Devices → Microphone → select the USB microphone. In all cases, set input volume to approximately 70–80% as a starting point and adjust based on the application's input level meter — the mic should peak in the green with normal speech and only briefly touch yellow on loud emphasis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2\u003eOptimising mic placement for the best sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePosition 15–30cm from your mouth — closer produces more bass (proximity effect), further reduces that warmth but captures more room\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAngle slightly upward rather than pointing directly at your lips — reduces plosive bursts on \"p\" and \"b\" sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eKeep the mic off the desk surface using the included stand — desk vibrations from keyboard typing transmit through hard surfaces directly into the mic body\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe foam windscreen reduces plosive breath noise on close-talking positions — use it whenever the mic is within 20cm of your mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFace the front of the mic (the side with the manufacturer logo or indicator light) toward your mouth — the cardioid pattern rejects from the rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this work on Mac without installing anything?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. macOS recognises USB Audio Class compliant devices natively from macOS 10.13 onward — no drivers, no extensions, no system preferences changes beyond selecting it as the input source. It appears in System Settings → Sound → Input within seconds of plugging in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this with PS5 for party chat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. PS5 and PS4 both support USB microphones as audio input devices for party chat and in-game communication. Plug into a USB port on the console, go to Settings → Sound → Microphone, and select the USB device. The touch mute button also functions on PS5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the RGB affect audio quality?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The RGB LEDs are powered separately from the audio circuitry and have no effect on the signal path. The RGB can be turned off entirely if preferred — it does not affect microphone performance either way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I monitor my voice in real time while recording?\u003c\/strong\u003e This microphone does not include a headphone monitoring jack — there is no zero-latency monitoring built into the mic body. Real-time monitoring can be achieved through software: in Windows, enable \"Listen to this device\" in the microphone properties; on Mac, enable input monitoring in Audio MIDI Setup or your recording application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the cable detachable?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The microphone uses a standard USB-B connector at the mic end — the same connector used on most desktop peripherals. Any USB-A to USB-B cable works as a replacement or extension, making the 1.5m cable straightforward to swap if a longer reach is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/main\u003e\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"Dropinprices","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52294876791060,"sku":"75847579489749","price":29.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1002\/1122\/8948\/files\/61T9ymeZJAL.jpg?v=1775007569","url":"https:\/\/charises-beautiful-things.myshopify.com\/products\/usb-desktop-condenser-microphone-with-rgb-light-plug-play-computer-mic-with-1-5m-cable-for-streaming-gaming-video-calls-podcasts","provider":"Charise's Beautiful Things","version":"1.0","type":"link"}