Alctron UM900 USB condenser microphone 16bit 48KHZ cardioid

For streamers and podcasters

The Alctron UM900 is a USB condenser microphone built for podcasters, journalists, students and voiceover artists who want studio-quality sound without an external audio interface. It connects directly to a computer via a standard USB port and works immediately on Windows and Mac systems with no driver installation required. The cardioid polar pattern focuses on sound from the front while rejecting unwanted noise from the back and sides. A 16mm back electret capsule captures clean, crisp audio reproduction for recordings and live streams.

Limited to 16bit 48KHZ conversion

The built-in A/D converter tops out at 16bit resolution and a 48KHZ sampling rate, which covers standard broadcast and streaming needs but does not reach high-resolution audio specifications. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 18KHz, capturing the full audible range for speech and vocals. Plug-and-play operation relies entirely on the host computer's USB audio class driver, so advanced routing or hardware monitoring features depend on software rather than the microphone itself. Users needing higher bit depths or sample rates must use a separate interface.

Cardioid pattern rejects side noise

The fixed cardioid polar pattern is the single specification that determines whether this microphone suits your environment. It excels at isolating a single speaker in untreated rooms by attenuating sound arriving from the rear and sides. Buyers who need to capture multiple voices around the microphone, record ambient soundscapes or switch between polar patterns for different scenarios will find this pattern too restrictive. The included shock mount helps reduce low-frequency vibration, but the directional characteristic remains the defining constraint.