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Silver cylindrical USB dynamic microphone on desk stand with pop filter

CAD Audio U1 USB Dynamic Microphone

SKU CH-BMW7-S5G27

A cardioid dynamic microphone with built-in pop filter and mute switch connects via USB for vocals and instruments

  • Spec summaryWireless Unidirectional Tabletop Microphone
  • Pickup patternUnidirectional
  • Power supplyCorded Electric
  • Measurements9.2 × 4.5 × 12
  • Package contentsUSB cable
  • Product weight0.55
  • Dynamic element captures vocals and instruments clearly
  • Cardioid pattern isolates the main sound source
  • Built-in pop filter reduces plosive sounds
  • On/Off switch provides instant mute control
  • USB powered for simple plug-and-play operation

Dynamic USB Microphone for Content Creators

The CAD Audio U1 is a corded USB dynamic microphone built for podcasters, streamers and home-studio users who need a simple plug-and-play solution. Its unidirectional cardioid pattern focuses on the speaker while rejecting off-axis room noise. An integrated pop filter reduces plosives and an on-off switch provides instant mute control during live sessions.

Cardioid Pick-Up and Frequency Response Headroom

The dynamic element delivers a smooth, extended frequency response that handles vocals, speech and instruments without harshness. The cardioid pattern gives comfortable headroom for close-miked singing and spoken word while minimising background bleed. It runs out of isolation when multiple speakers surround the capsule or when very loud sources are placed extremely close to the grille.

USB Interface Practical Limits

The microphone draws power and transmits audio over a single USB cable, so it works with any standard USB port without extra drivers or an external interface. Cable length and host-port power set the practical distance from the computer. The analog-to-digital conversion is fixed inside the microphone, so sample-rate and bit-depth flexibility are limited to what the onboard converter supports.

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Price $43.99
Cheaper than about 59% of the 638 comparable items (median $58.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCAD Audio
Model nameCAD U1 USB Dynamic Recording Microphone
Part numberU1
Audio & video
Pickup patternUnidirectional
Power
Power supplyCorded Electric
Size & build
Measurements9.2 × 4.5 × 12
In the box
Package contentsUSB cable

Questions about this item

Will the USB connection on the U1 work with my older computer that only has USB 2.0 ports?

The microphone draws power directly from the USB port and uses a standard cable, so it will operate on USB 2.0 as well as newer ports.

How can I confirm the cardioid pattern is isolating my voice after I plug it in?

Speak on-axis into the front of the mic; background sounds from the sides and rear should drop noticeably while your voice stays clear.

Does the box include a stand or shock mount, or do I need to buy one separately?

The package contains the microphone and a USB cable only; a desk stand, boom arm or shock mount must be purchased separately.

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