Desktop Gooseneck Wired Microphone System - Table Mounted Corded Voice Condenser Mic with Pop Filter - XLR to 1/4'' Sound Cord - for Karaoke, Conference, Studio Audio Recording - Pyle PDMIKC5 Black

I have a large collection of musical equipment including professional microphones. I bought this Pyle table top condenser microphone to be used mainly to encourage my children to sing while playing the piano. It sounds great, rests nicely on the electronic piano, and has a lighted on/ogff switch that really makes it function very well. It eliminates the need for a large microphone stand with boom. Furthermore, this system replaced a professional large microphone that never sounded as well. It even picks up the voice unidirectionally from as far as 6-12" with clear sound and without hum. I use a computer mouse pad to eliminate any thumping noises that may be transmitted from the keyboard, but this may not be necessary. I recommend it to any vocalist who plays keyboard because it can sit ontop of the keboard and is so small. It is probably much more suited to practice and home use than for live performances, but we may try it anyway. The sound quality, on/off switch, and low price make this a great and unique tool. It even comes with a decent 26.5 foot cable with XLR to 1/4 plug inputs and a with a (small) foam wind screen. I will look more closely at other products made by Pyle.as a result of this purchase.

Excellent microphone! Base is heavy, will not blow over. Neck is flexible. Breaks down for easy storage. Plus!-This connected to my ION Game Day Party speaker perfect! And it's heavy duty, not a cheap knock off, this is the real deal. Great price! Love this purchase

I had to buy this for my small recording studio because my old goose neck had broken. I ordered this in a hurry because I needed it quickly. I didn't realize it was a condenser, but thrilled it is. It doesn't require phantom power as it runs off an included 9-volt battery. All the connections are solid and sturdy, not cheap plastic. the goose neck portion of the microphone seems like it is very well made as well. the base is heavy enough that when you adjust the angle of the microphone, the base doesn't move on the desk. I though I would have to double side tape it down, but surprisingly, It doesn't need to be. the button to turn the mic on and off seems rugged, lights up, and the ring around the actual microphone lights up as well to let you know it's live. came with a nice wind screen, which I didn't expect, but a nice touch. The directions were a poor translation from Chinese, but honestly if you don't know how to use this product, you probably don't know what you're doing in the studio in the first place. Only thing I would love that this doens't have is a momentary on switch. The button is an on or off, but a momentary button would be a nice addition. All around, I'm very happy that I binge ordered this microphone. It far exceeds my expectations.

Crisp Sound with a Few Quirks I’ve been using this gooseneck desktop microphone mainly for online meetings and a bit of recording, and overall it delivers solid sound quality for the price. Voices come through clean and clear without much background hiss, which makes it good for speech-focused use like conferencing or karaoke. The included pop filter does its job reducing plosives, and the long gooseneck is sturdy enough to hold position while giving me flexibility in placement. That said, it’s not without quirks. The microphone connects via XLR and comes with a cord that terminates in a 1/4" plug—so if you’re planning to connect directly to a computer or USB interface, you’ll need an adapter. The base is stable but not especially heavy, so if you’re adjusting the neck a lot, it can tip a bit. Also, the overall build feels more “budget studio” than professional-grade, which is fine if you keep expectations in check. For the price point, it’s a handy little desktop mic system that works well for casual recording, presentations, or karaoke nights, though I wouldn’t count on it for critical studio work. Bottom line: A reliable, affordable desktop mic with good sound for voice use—just be ready with adapters and a steady hand for the stand.

This has quickly become one of the most important pieces that I have added to my desktop. I ran a USB cable to tap into my computer, and this Mike sits just behind my main monitor. I keep plenty of batteries available, and all I have to do is power up and change the settings for my sound input. The volume is awesome, and so was the clarity. Believe it or not, I have qualified this on Dragon speaks naturally software. I absolutely love the long boom. It reaches from behind my computer to within 5 inches of my face, while looking at my monitor. The materials appear to be top grade methyl and plastic cracked metal steel and plastic. I highly recommend this most versatile desk Mike. The price seem fair to me and it looks great on my desk.

I too was skeptical about the performance of such a low cost table top mic and pre-amp. However, in use with teleconferences, this combo mic/preamp works great! UPDATE: the mic failed just a bit after the warranty and Pyle didn't respond about replacing or repairing the mic - they responded offering an extended warranty for a review! One downside in some uses is the red LED lighting up near the mic tip. The foam mic cover cannot be pulled down over this LED. Pros: + 9V phantom power works on all podium mics tried + base actually works with other podium mics! + nice positive action on mic pre-amp button + good quality speech audio from pre-amp/mic combination Cons: - red LED just under mic tip can be a distraction in some uses - does not accept phantom power presented to XLR connector - because of above, must constantly check the battery - the base failed very soon after the warranty expired. The mic does function in AT8666 type podium base which is how it is being used now! Product changes required for broader use: * add a way to disable or mask the red LED under the mic tip * allow phantom power from the XLR connector to be passed through to the mic connector * add a low battery indicator

Excelente producto

Works perfect without breaking the bank