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StarTech.com M8-V8GEN sound card with BM-800 microphone, USB audio interface, black finish

StarTech.com M8-V8GEN 7.1 Sound Card with BM-800 Microphone

SKU CH-6MS6-9J4QK

Bundle includes BM-800 condenser microphone, 7.1 sound card with Creative chipset, 12 sound effects and four voice changer modes via USB interface

  • Interface typeUSB
  • Part type or numberM8-V8GEN
  • Audio chipCreative
  • Audio channels7.1
  • Sample rate48 kHz
  • Line inRCA
  • Professional 7.1 surround sound with Creative chipset
  • Four voice changer modes for live streaming variety
  • Twelve built-in sound effects enhance broadcast creativity
  • USB and FireWire 1394 connectivity for flexible setup
  • Includes BM-800 condenser microphone with XLR connection

Podcast Bundle with BM-800 Microphone

This StarTech.com M8-V8GEN package combines a 7.1 sound card with a BM-800 condenser microphone and accessories. It connects via USB and provides an XLR input for the included mic. The bundle suits streamers, podcasters and creators who want an all-in-one recording solution for voice work and live broadcasting.

48 KHz Operation with Battery Power

The sound card runs at a 48 KHz sample rate and draws power through its USB interface. An internal 800 mAh battery provides up to 8 hours of operation away from a computer. Two FireWire 1394 ports are also present on the unit. The hardware weighs 1.37 kilograms in total.

USB Connectivity Frees Up Expansion Slots

Because the audio interface uses USB, it leaves internal PCIe slots and drive bays untouched. The unit offers RCA line inputs alongside the XLR microphone connection. Four voice-changer modes and 12 sound effects are built into the panel for live use. It works with common operating systems and smartphones without extra drivers.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Product lineM8-V8GEN
Model nameM8-V8GEN
Part numberM8-V8GEN
Part type or numberM8-V8GEN
Audio & video
Audio chipCreative
Audio channels7.1
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB
Extra portsXLR
Size & build
Product weight1.37 kg
More details
Sample rate48 kHz
Line inRCA
Firewire (ieee 1394)2

Questions about this item

How do I install the M8-V8GEN sound card and BM-800 microphone, and what step do people often miss?

Connect the sound card via USB, plug the BM-800 into the XLR port, and select the device in your OS sound settings; the step many miss is enabling 48 KHz sample rate in the control panel so the 7.1 channels and voice changer work correctly.

What maintenance or replacement will the bundle need later?

The BM-800 condenser capsule can degrade from moisture over time; keep the foam windscreen on, store the mic upright in a dry case, and plan to replace the capsule or the whole microphone if self-noise rises noticeably.

What limit appears first during a long streaming session?

The built-in 800 mAh battery powers the sound card for about 8 hours; after that the voice changer, 12 sound effects and 7.1 processing stop until you recharge via USB.

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