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Perrycom MSD6 USB Cardioid Microphone Black 1.7m

SKU CH-24GN-1XD41

A USB cardioid condenser microphone with a 1.7 m cable, 360° adjustable gooseneck, mute button, LED status indicator and plug-and-play Windows/Mac compatibility

  • ConnectionUSB
  • Mic sensitivity-45 decibels
  • Mic impedance200 ohm
  • Mic signal-to-noise ratio78 decibels
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key featuresMute Function
  • Plug-and-play USB connection works instantly on Windows and Mac
  • Cardioid polar pattern captures voice clearly while rejecting background noise
  • 360-degree flexible gooseneck positions the mic exactly where you need it
  • One-touch mute button with LED shows status at a glance
  • Heavy-duty metal gooseneck and weighted ABS base stay put during long sessions

Perrycom MSD6 USB Cardioid Microphone

The Perrycom MSD6 is a USB cardioid condenser microphone designed for voice recording, video conferencing, gaming and streaming on Windows or Mac computers. Its plug-and-play connection requires no driver installation and it is not compatible with Linux or Android devices. The cardioid polar pattern focuses on sound from the front while reducing background noise for clearer capture. It suits home-office workers, streamers and students who need a simple desktop microphone.

Thermals noise and power draw

The microphone draws power directly from the USB port so no external power supply is needed and heat output is negligible during normal use. As a condenser microphone it has no moving parts or fans, making it completely silent in operation. The signal-to-noise ratio is rated at 78 decibels and the sensitivity is -45 decibels, which together help deliver a clean vocal signal without adding hiss. The 200 ohm impedance matches standard USB audio inputs for consistent performance.

Build quality and daily use

A metal gooseneck allows 360-degree positioning so you can place the capsule exactly where you need it for each session. The heavy-duty ABS desktop base keeps the microphone stable on a desk during long recordings or calls. An integrated on/off switch and mute button with an LED indicator give immediate visual feedback of the microphone status. The fixed 1.7 metre USB cable provides enough reach for most desktop setups without requiring an extension.

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Price $20.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand namePerrycom
Model nameMSD6
Part numberE95
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Mic sensitivity-45 decibels
Mic impedance200 ohm
Mic signal-to-noise ratio78 decibels
Ports & slots
ConnectionUSB

Questions about this item

How do I install the Perrycom MSD6 USB microphone and what step do people often miss?

Plug the USB cable into a Windows 7, 8, 10 or Mac computer and select the microphone as the input device in system sound settings; the step many miss is disabling the built-in microphone so the MSD6 becomes the active source.

What maintenance or replacement will the MSD6 need over time?

The microphone has no user-serviceable parts; keep the metal gooseneck and ABS base free of dust, and if the USB cable or mute switch ever fails the whole unit would need replacing.

What is the first limitation I will hit during long recording sessions with the MSD6?

The cardioid condenser capsule is rated at -45 dB sensitivity with a 78 dB signal-to-noise ratio, so the noise floor becomes the limiting factor before the 200 ohm impedance or 20 Hz–20 kHz response range does.

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