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Black cylindrical USB condenser microphone on adjustable stand, 5.8 by 3.4 inches

Amazon Basics AMZ-S6524A USB Condenser Microphone, Cardioid, 14mm, 75 dB, Black

SKU CH-BG67-CDW3R

A USB condenser microphone with a 14 mm diaphragm, cardioid pickup and one-tap mute for streaming, recording and podcasting

  • ColorBlack
  • ConnectorUSB
  • Microphone Sensitivity75 decibels
  • Microphone Impedance2.2 kiloohms
  • Microphone Signal to Noise Ratio(SNR)75 decibels
  • FeaturesMute Function
  • Large 14 mm diaphragm captures detailed audio with 75 dB sensitivity
  • Cardioid pickup pattern isolates voice from background noise for clean recordings
  • One-tap mute button silences the mic instantly during live sessions
  • 360° adjustable stand positions the capsule precisely for any setup
  • Plug-and-play USB connection works on Windows 7 or later and macOS 10.10 or later without drivers

Product type and intended users

The Amazon Basics AMZ-S6524A is a USB condenser microphone built for streaming, podcasting, voice conferencing and solo music recording. Its cardioid pickup pattern focuses on sound directly in front of the capsule while rejecting off-axis noise. The package includes a 360° adjustable desktop stand with a built-in shock absorber and a silicone rubber boot for vibration isolation. A one-tap mute button provides instant silencing during live sessions.

Capacity and headroom

A 14 mm diaphragm delivers high sensitivity rated at 75 dB with a matching 75 dB signal-to-noise ratio, giving clean capture for spoken word and moderate-level vocals. The 2.2 kΩ impedance suits direct USB connection without an external preamp. Very loud sources such as close-miked drums or brass may exceed the headroom, and the fixed cardioid pattern cannot be switched to omnidirectional or figure-8 for room ambience or interviews.

USB interface practical limits

Plug-and-play operation requires no drivers on Windows 7, 8, 10 or later and on Mac OS 10.10 or later, drawing power and transmitting audio over a single USB cable. The microphone detaches from the included stand and mounts on any standard 5/8 inch threaded boom arm or tripod. Audio quality and latency are bounded by the USB 2.0-class audio class implementation; professional multi-channel recording or ultra-low-latency monitoring will need a dedicated audio interface.

Highlights

  • Large 14 mm diaphragm captures detailed audio with 75 dB sensitivity
  • Cardioid pickup pattern isolates voice from background noise for clean recordings
  • One-tap mute button silences the mic instantly during live sessions
  • 360° adjustable stand positions the capsule precisely for any setup
  • Plug-and-play USB connection works on Windows 7 or later and macOS 10.10 or later without drivers

Specifications

BrandAmazon Basics
ModelAMZ-S6524A
Part NumberAMZ-S6524A
ColorBlack
ConnectorUSB
Microphone Sensitivity75 decibels
Microphone Impedance2.2 kiloohms
Microphone Signal to Noise Ratio(SNR)75 decibels
FeaturesMute Function

Questions about this item

Will the USB connection work with an older PC that only has USB 2.0 ports?

Yes, the microphone uses a standard USB data cable that is compatible with Windows 7, XP, 8, 10 or higher and Mac OS 10.10 or higher without extra drivers.

How can I confirm the cardioid pickup is isolating background noise as intended?

Speak into the front of the 14mm diaphragm while playing sound from the sides; the 75 dB signal-to-noise ratio means off-axis noise should be noticeably lower in your recording software.

Does the package include a boom arm or do I need to buy a 5/8 inch thread mount separately?

The box contains the microphone, a 360° adjustable desktop stand with built-in shock absorber and silicone boot, and a USB cable; a boom arm or floor stand with a standard 5/8 inch thread is not included.

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