{"product_id":"citronic-cu-pod2-usb-condenser-podcast-microphone","title":"Citronic CU-POD2 USB Condenser Podcast Microphone","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Citronic CU-POD2 is a mini studio condenser microphone built for podcasting and vocal recording. It uses a 16mm back-electret capsule driven by an onboard preamp, with a front-mounted volume control so you can set your level without reaching for the computer. Connection to a PC or Mac is handled through the supplied USB type B lead, and it works as a plug and play USB audio device, so there is no separate audio interface or driver to install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole assembly sits in a silver coated die-cast body with a black steel grille protecting the capsule, and the all metal construction gives it a solid feel on the desk. We supply it with a collar clamp for standard microphone stands and a mini folding tripod for table-top use, so you can start recording straight away. The 1.5m USB A to B lead is included in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cardioid polar pattern picks up sound from the front while rejecting more of what comes from behind, which helps keep room noise and off-axis sound out of your recordings. Frequency response runs from 20Hz to 20kHz, with a signal to noise ratio of 78dB and sensitivity of -34dB (±2dB). Audio is captured at 16-bit with a sample rate of either 44.1kHz or 48kHz. The microphone itself weighs 148g and measures 137 x 48 x 44mm, so it stays compact whether you clamp it to a stand (US: boom arm) or leave it on the tripod. It is a straightforward option for anyone starting out with spoken word or vocal work at a desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec_table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapsule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16mmØ back electret\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolar pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCardioid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB type B (power \u0026amp; digital audio)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLead length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20Hz - 20kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSampling format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSample rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44.1kHz or 48kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolume rotary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS\/N ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-34dB (±2dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e137mm x 48mm x 44mm (microphone only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.15KG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/173634UK_4340855c-c7a0-4bb9-bad3-0f4a5e48849b.pdf?v=1784997430\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProduct Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need an audio interface to use the CU-POD2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It connects over USB and works as a plug and play audio device, so you plug it into a PC or Mac and start recording without an interface or extra drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included in the box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get the microphone, a collar clamp for standard mic stands, a mini folding tripod for table-top use, and a 1.5m USB A to B lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat polar pattern does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a cardioid pattern, which captures sound from the front and rejects more of what comes from behind, helping to reduce room noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sample rates does it support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt records at 16-bit with a sample rate of either 44.1kHz or 48kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mount it on a mic stand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The supplied collar clamp fits standard microphone stands, or you can use the included mini tripod on a desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I control the recording level?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a rotary volume control on the front of the microphone, so you can adjust your level directly on the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"AVSL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53271841177867,"sku":"173.634UK","price":23.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/173634UK_0.jpg?v=1784997453","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/citronic-cu-pod2-usb-condenser-podcast-microphone","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}