MAONO Podcast Microphone Bundle, 192kHz/24bit USB Programmable Computer Mic for PC with Boom Arm and Professional Sound Chipset for Singing, Recording, Streaming, Gaming,…

I got this microphone for basic recording and gaming purposes, the sound quality of this microphone is surprisingly good for its price. While it may not match higher-tier products, it's important to note that it's not designed to compete with them. One complaint I have is that in the pictures for the listing it shows software that would allow you to change things but I can not find it online and it is not talked about in the manual. The build quality feels sturdy and I have not had any problems with it staying secure. Overall I would recommend it to someone who wants an entry-level microphone for podcast streaming or gaming, without the need for software.

Updated review on Jun 21, 2023

After my initial review, the company reached out and let me know that they're in active development of the Mac version of the Maono Link software and offered me a full refund. I love a company that cares about customer satisfaction! I went ahead an ordered another mic product they offer, the MD30 and it DOES work on Mac with the Maono Link software. It also has a live monitor headphone line which is a really valuable feature. I may switch back to the AU-A04E mic to test the audio quality but it sounds very similar to me. I'm really happy with the MD30 and recommend it to everyone now.

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The Amazon listing and the box both make it sound like Maono Link is available for Mac but when you go to the website it make clear that the software is not available for Mac with this mic. That's pretty misleading. The sound quality is pretty good, but not being able to adjust reverb, etc. is pretty disappointing.

"This bundle is working out quite well, it's a bit
too sensitive and picks up full room noise tho".
Quite lot of words that make a cohesive sentence;
must be a break or reboot going on for him to be
so eloquent (for him) allowing for this interruption.
Yes, I'm a tad sarcastic; but you wanna learn about
something/anything, ask him in a gaming context.
Believe me, this all translates to "love this PawPaw".

MY 2-cents would be about the quality of product build,
features such as (what I call) the 'spit shield' (like studios),
nice software interface, very impressed with the 'boom'.

Not only does the lightweight, yet sturdy stand allow for
varying angles & heights; he swiveled the mic to fit as well.
Went over there yesterday to check it all out...once home
he 'hit me up' on my phone (ole PawPaw couldn't figure out
how to provide access on my pc) and he looked and sounded
very professional (albeit 5.5" screen vs my 32" monitor).
He's happy, I'm still cool...what else is there? ;-))

I ordered this mic for streaming purposes. I love it! It's got great quality, wonderful sound detection, noise cancellation software, a filter you can place over the mic, a protector against moisture, and an incredibly adjustable and flexible arm to customize it to whatever your needs. I have it set up on a desk and it was very simple to install, with installation instructions that clearly lay out the steps. It's very easy to adjust it to your needs whether close or far from you, so as to ensure it's not obscuring the screen and so on.

It's a great product that really does enhance the audio experience of people who are hearing you through the mic. I recommend it to anyone making music, streaming, or just wanting a quality mic for their laptop or desktop PC. Thanks for reading and I hope this helps

This microphone has everything necessary to start streaming or record any audio! the quality is really crisp and has attachable pop filter and foam inserts. The arm is easily adjustable and is great at positioning the mic at any angle you need. Connection is really simple and has either usb type c and type A capability. Overall, this is an amazing mic and is good for general audio capture and streaming! No problems encountered thus far.