MAONO AU-A04 USB Microphone 192kHz/24bit 16mm Cardioid Kit

MAONO AU-A04 USB Microphone Kit

The MAONO AU-A04 is a USB condenser microphone kit built for podcasters, streamers and voice-over artists who need a complete desktop recording setup. It delivers 192kHz/24bit resolution through a professional sound chipset and a 16mm capsule with a cardioid polar pattern. The all-metal construction includes an adjustable scissor arm stand, shock mount, pop filter, foam windscreen and table clamp. Plug-and-play operation works on PC, Mac, PS4, PS5 and mobile devices without extra drivers.

Thermals noise and power draw

As a USB-powered condenser microphone, the AU-A04 draws its operating current directly from the host device via a USB 2.0 connection, requiring no external power supply or batteries. The solid metal enclosure and 350 gram weight keep the microphone stable on the boom arm during long sessions. With no moving parts or active cooling, the unit runs silently and adds no audible fan noise to the recording environment. A magnet ring on the 2.0 cable and double shielding reduce electrical interference from nearby equipment.

What the bundled accessories change

The included scissor arm stand lets you position the capsule precisely at mouth level while freeing desk space, and the metal shock mount isolates the 16mm diaphragm from desk vibrations and typing sounds. A dual-layer pop filter and foam windscreen work together to tame plosives and breath noise for cleaner vocal takes. The table mounting clamp secures the boom to surfaces up to the thickness allowed by its design, and the supplied USB-A to USB-B cable with a USB-C adapter ensures compatibility with modern and legacy ports alike.