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5 Core Recording Microphone Podcast Bundle Professional Condenser Cardioid Mic Kit with Boom Arm

5 Core Recording Microphone Podcast Bundle Professional Condenser Cardioid Mic Kit with Boom Arm

3.5(17 ratings)

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  • Last seen at $36.99 at 5core.com on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 4 stores.

Our take on the 5 Core Recording Microphone Podcast Bundle Professional Condenser Cardioid Mic Kit with Boom Arm

This is a budget starter kit built around a cardioid condenser microphone with an XLR output, sold with a boom arm and pop filter. The low 16 dB self-noise figure is good on paper for a cheap condenser, and the cardioid pattern rejects some room sound, which helps untreated bedrooms. It suits first-time podcasters and gamers who want an arm-mounted mic without spending much. Against rivals like the Fifine and Neewer kits, it lacks a USB option and an audio interface, so you need a separate XLR interface or mixer to use it.

Best forFirst-time podcasters on a tight budgetGamers and streamers who already own an XLR interfaceBedroom vocalists recording in untreated roomsBuyers who want a boom arm and pop filter in one box
Pros
  • Cardioid pattern cuts room noise and feedback
  • 16 dB self-noise is low for a budget condenser
  • XLR output works with standard audio interfaces and mixers
  • Boom arm and pop filter included
  • Handles vocals, guitars and piano reasonably well
Cons
  • No USB output, so an interface or mixer is required
  • Build quality is basic and the arm can feel flimsy
  • Some owners report inconsistent quality control
  • Condenser design picks up more room sound than a dynamic mic

5 Core Recording Microphone Podcast Bundle Professional Condenser Cardioid Mic Kit with Boom Arm prices at every store

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5 Core Recording Microphone Podcast Bundle Professional Condenser Cardioid Mic Kit with Boom Arm price history

Lowest price we've seen: $36.99 on Nov 9 at 5core.com. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

  • 3.5 / 517 ratings

Ratings sit around the middle. Buyers who got a working unit call it good value for a first setup, while others report noise, weak arm hardware or a dead mic out of the box.

What people mention
  • Build qualityCriticisedOwners say the boom arm and mic body feel light and plasticky, and the arm joints loosen with use.
  • Noise floorMixedSome buyers find the mic quiet enough for voice work, while others hear hiss that needs gain tweaking.
  • ValuePraisedReviewers who got a good unit call the bundle a cheap way to start podcasting.
  • SetupMixedThe kit needs an XLR interface and gain adjustment, which surprises buyers expecting plug-and-play.
  • ReliabilityCriticisedA few owners report dead or faulty mics and have to return them.

Specifications

Connector Type
XLR
Interfaces
XLR
Directionality
Cardioid
Format
Condenser
Subtype
Condenser
Type
Condenser
Use
Studio recording
Form Factor

Questions and answers

Do I need an audio interface to use this mic?
Yes. It has an XLR output only, so you need an audio interface, mixer or recorder with XLR input and phantom power.
Is it good for podcasting and streaming?
It works for spoken voice and gaming chat once gain is set, but the condenser design picks up keyboard and room noise more than a dynamic mic.
How does it compare with USB podcast kits?
USB kits plug straight into a computer. This one sounds better only if you already own a decent interface, and it costs more once you add one.
Does it come with a pop filter and boom arm?
Yes, the bundle includes a boom arm and a pop filter, plus the microphone itself.
Can I use two of these at once?
Yes, the mic is listed as suitable for dual-microphone setups, but you need an interface with two XLR inputs and phantom power.
What is the self-noise figure?
It is rated at 16 dB, which is low for a budget condenser and should be quiet enough for close voice recording.
Where is the 5 Core Recording Microphone Podcast Bundle Professional Condenser Cardioid Mic Kit with Boom Arm cheapest?
At 5core.com, for $36.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the 5 Core Recording Microphone Podcast Bundle Professional Condenser Cardioid Mic Kit with Boom Arm?
Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 17 ratings.
Where can I buy the 5 Core Recording Microphone Podcast Bundle Professional Condenser Cardioid Mic Kit with Boom Arm?
4 stores we checked sell it, including 5core.com, Macy's, Best Buy, Dykes Motors.

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Condenser
Included Accessories
Pop filter
Frequency Response
20000 Hz
Self Noise
16 dB
Typical Users
Vocalists
For Dual Microphone
Yes
Compatible Accessories
Pop filter
Compatible For
For Dual Microphone