Shop
  • Deals
  • Deal checker
  • Black Friday
  • Buying guides
  • Brands
  • Stores
Travel
  • Flight deals
  • Hotel deals
Company
  • Research
  • Press
  • deal.ai apps
Black Friday 2026
  • Walmart
  • Best Buy
  • Target
  • TVs
  • Laptops
  • Headphones
  • Apple
  • Gaming
  • Vacuums
  • Kitchen
  • Toys
  • Smartwatches
  • Tablets
  • Furniture
  • Mattresses
© Deal.ai Inc.
TermsPrivacy
Deal.ai › iMounTEK › Microphones
iMounTEK
iMounTEK Professional Condenser Microphone Studio Recording Cardioid Microphone

iMounTEK Professional Condenser Microphone Studio Recording Cardioid Microphone

Best price now

$28.99at Pick Your PlumChecked Nov 9

Compared across 3 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when. Store links may earn us a commission. Price via Klarna.

Visit Pick Your Plum

Ask our agent about this product

It checks today's price at every store, compares the alternatives and answers in about a minute.

Enter to send, Shift+Enter for a new line

Price facts

  • Last seen at $28.99 at Pick Your Plum on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 3 stores.

Our take on the iMounTEK Professional Condenser Microphone Studio Recording Cardioid Microphone

The iMounTEK Professional Condenser Microphone is a budget XLR cardioid condenser aimed at home recordists, podcasters and streamers starting out. It has no onboard controls, no USB and no headphone output, so it needs an audio interface or mixer that supplies phantom power. Against rivals in its class it offers the basic cardioid condenser formula with little extra, and owners treat it as a low-cost first step rather than a serious studio tool.

Best forFirst-time home recordists on a tight budgetPodcasters and streamers with an audio interfaceVoice-over practice and hobby recordingBuyers who already own an XLR setup
Pros
  • Standard XLR connection works with most audio interfaces and mixers
  • Cardioid pattern rejects some room sound from the sides and rear
  • Simple all-metal-style body with no menus or settings to learn
  • Compact and easy to mount on a desk stand or boom arm
Cons
  • Needs phantom power, which cheap USB-only setups cannot provide
  • No gain control, mute switch or headphone monitoring on the mic
  • No USB or Lightning option, so phones and laptops need extra gear
  • Cardioid-only, with no omni or figure-8 patterns for flexible recording

iMounTEK Professional Condenser Microphone Studio Recording Cardioid Microphone prices at every store

  • Pick Your PlumNew

    In stock

    $28.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
    Visit Pick Your Plum
  • Daily StealsNew

    In stock

    $29.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
    Visit Daily Steals
  • UntilGoneNew

    In stock

    $29.99+ $1.95 shippingChecked Nov 9
    Visit UntilGone

Store links may earn us a commission. Some prices via Klarna.

iMounTEK Professional Condenser Microphone Studio Recording Cardioid Microphone price history

Lowest price we've seen: $28.99 on Nov 9 at Pick Your Plum. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owner feedback is thin and mixed. Buyers who pair it with a proper interface find it works for casual voice recording, while others report noisy output and a thin sound that needs heavy processing.

What people mention
  • Noise floorCriticisedOwners say the mic picks up audible hiss, which shows on quiet recordings.
  • Sound qualityMixedSome find it usable for voice chat and demos, others call it thin and harsh.
  • SetupMixedIt works once plugged into an interface with phantom power, but buyers without one are stuck.
  • BuildMixedThe body feels light and plasticky to some owners, though it holds up in desk use.

Specifications

Wireless
NoSource
6.3 mm (1/8") TRS
NoSource
Volume Control
NoSource
Clip-On
NoSource

Questions and answers

Does this microphone need phantom power?
Yes. It is a condenser mic with an XLR output, so it needs 48V phantom power from an audio interface, mixer or preamp. A plain XLR-to-USB cable will not power it.
Can I plug it straight into my laptop or phone?
No. There is no USB or Lightning connection. You need an audio interface or mixer between the mic and your computer or phone.
Is it good for podcasting and streaming?
It can work for spoken voice if you have an interface and a quiet room. Expect to add noise reduction and EQ, since owners report hiss and a thin tone.
What polar pattern does it use?
It is cardioid only. It picks up sound mainly from the front and rejects more from the sides and rear, which helps in untreated rooms.
What comes in the box?
Expect the microphone itself and basic mounting hardware. A stand, cable and interface are usually not included, so check before buying.
Where is the iMounTEK Professional Condenser Microphone Studio Recording Cardioid Microphone cheapest?
At Pick Your Plum, for $28.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the iMounTEK Professional Condenser Microphone Studio Recording Cardioid Microphone?
3 stores we checked sell it, including Pick Your Plum, UntilGone, Daily Steals.

Shoppers also compared

  • R
    Rode NT1 Signature Series Condenser Microphone
    Rode NT1 Signature Series Condenser Microphone
  • A
    AKG C214
    AKG C214
  • R
    Rode NT2-A
    Rode NT2-A
  • A
    AKG P120 Condenser Microphone
    AKG P120 Condenser Microphone
  • G
    GLUAAE USB Gaming Microphone Streaming Podcast PC Microphone Condenser Mic Kit with Flexible Arm
    GLUAAE USB Gaming Microphone Streaming Podcast PC Microphone Condenser Mic Kit with Flexible Arm
  • M
    MXL 990 Condenser Microphone with Shockmount
    MXL 990 Condenser Microphone with Shockmount
  • M
    MAONO A04 Gen2
    MAONO A04 Gen2
  • T
    Thronmax M3 Professional USB Studio Condenser
    Thronmax M3 Professional USB Studio Condenser

More from iMounTEK

  • I
    iMounTEK 3-in-1 Ultrasonic EMS Massager
    iMounTEK 3-in-1 Ultrasonic EMS Massager
  • I
    iMounTEK Small Portable Men's Electric Razor
    iMounTEK Small Portable Men's Electric Razor
  • I
    iMounTEK Wireless electric dog fence pet containment system shock collars 2
    iMounTEK Wireless electric dog fence pet containment system shock collars 2
  • I
    iMounTEK Full Body Electric Massage Mat
    iMounTEK Full Body Electric Massage Mat
  • I
    iMounTEK Flameless Candle 3 pcs
    iMounTEK Flameless Candle 3 pcs
  • I
    iMounTEK USB Heated Zipper Blanket Shawl
    iMounTEK USB Heated Zipper Blanket Shawl
  • I
    iMounTEK Aroma Essential Oil Diffuser
    iMounTEK Aroma Essential Oil Diffuser
  • I
    iMounTEK 1.5L Countertop Ice Maker
    iMounTEK 1.5L Countertop Ice Maker
All iMounTEK deals and products →
USB
NoSource
On/Off Button
NoSource
Color
BlackSource
Microphone Type
CondenserSource
Polar Patterns
CardioidSource
XLR
YesSource
Lightning (iOS)
NoSource