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Black USB lavalier microphone with lapel clip and 2m cable

Corn Electronics

Corn Electronics USB Lavalier Lapel Microphone K053

SKU CH-AX4Z-3SHHG

A clip-on cardioid condenser microphone with built-in sound card and 3.5 mm headphone jack for real-time monitoring on PC or Mac

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  • Hands-free operation with a sturdy metal lapel clip
  • Real-time monitoring via built-in 3.5 mm headphone jack
  • Plug-and-play USB connection works on Windows XP and later plus Mac
  • 2 m cable provides 6.56 ft of reach for flexible positioning
  • Cardioid condenser capsule captures clear speech from 50 to 16000 Hz

USB Lavalier Microphone for PC and Mac

The Corn Electronics K053 is a clip-on condenser microphone that connects directly to a USB port on Windows XP or later and macOS systems. It includes a built-in sound card and a 3.5 mm headphone jack for real-time monitoring. The cardioid pickup pattern isolates speech from surrounding noise. This microphone suits streamers, remote workers and content creators who need a simple, hands-free voice capture solution.

Plug-and-play operation with 50-16000 Hz response

The USB interface draws power from the computer and requires no driver installation. A 2 m (6.56 ft) cable provides freedom of movement during presentations, interviews or gaming sessions. The integrated sound card delivers clear audio transmission without distortion across the stated frequency range. Users can listen to their own voice instantly through the stereo audio-out port with no perceptible delay.

Metal clip and lightweight design for portable use

A sturdy metal lapel clip secures the microphone to clothing, keeping hands free for demonstrations or gameplay. The compact, lightweight body fits easily into a bag for transport between locations. The package includes a 3.5 mm headphone adapter, enabling direct connection of existing headsets or speakers. Note that the device is not compatible with Xbox consoles or smartphones.

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Price $21.99
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Questions about this item

How do I install the Corn Electronics K053 lavalier microphone and what step do users often miss?

Plug the USB connector into the computer, clip the microphone to clothing with the metal clip, then open Windows Settings > Privacy > Microphone and allow apps to access the microphone; skipping this privacy setting is the step that makes the mic appear dead after a Windows 10 update.

What maintenance or replacement will the Corn Electronics K053 lavalier microphone need later?

No routine maintenance is required; the 2 m cable and metal clip are durable, and the unit has no batteries or replaceable capsules — if the USB connector or cable fails the whole microphone is replaced.

What limit appears first on the Corn Electronics K053 lavalier microphone during sustained use?

The frequency response tops out at 16000 Hz, so extended high-frequency content above that range will be rolled off before any thermal or power limit is reached.

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