Description
The Citronic UMK-7 is a complete USB recording kit built around a back electret condenser microphone. It connects straight to a PC or Mac over USB 2.0, so there's no need for a separate audio interface or phantom power supply. We've included everything you need to get set up, including the microphone, shock mount, pop filter, an articulated arm and a 1.5m USB type B to A lead. It works with any standard digital recording software suite.
The 16mm back electret capsule uses a cardioid polar pattern, picking up sound from the front while rejecting noise from the sides and rear. That makes it a sensible choice for vocals or single instruments where you want clean, focused pickup. The frequency response runs from 30Hz to 18kHz, with a signal to noise ratio of 78dB and a maximum SPL of 132dB, so it copes with louder sources without distorting. The microphone measures 157 x 46mm and weighs 206g on its own.
The kit includes a spider shock mount holder to isolate the microphone from knocks and vibration, plus a pop shield to reduce plosives on close vocal work. The articulated arm clamps to a worktop or desk, sometimes called a boom arm, and swings into position so you can angle the microphone where you need it. Power comes from the USB connection at 5V, keeping the setup tidy with a single cable to your computer. It's an affordable way to reach studio quality results at home without a cluttered rig.
Specification
| Power supply |
5Vdc (from USB) |
| Capsule |
16mmØ back electret condenser |
| Polar pattern |
Cardioid |
| Sensitivity |
-48dB ±2dB @ 1kHz (0dB = 1V/Pa) |
| Output impedance |
150 Ohm |
| S/N ratio |
78dB |
| SPL max. |
132dB @ 1kHz (<1%THD) |
| Frequency response |
30Hz - 18kHz |
| Dimensions |
157mm x 46mmØ (microphone only) |
| Weight |
0.21KG |
Downloads
Product Manual
Frequently Asked
Does the UMK-7 need an audio interface or phantom power?
No. It connects directly to your computer over USB 2.0 and is powered from the USB port at 5V, so no separate interface or phantom power is required.
Is it compatible with both PC and Mac?
Yes. The UMK-7 works with either a PC or Mac running a digital recording software suite.
What polar pattern does the microphone use?
It uses a cardioid pattern, which picks up sound from the front and rejects noise from the sides and rear. That suits vocals and single instruments.
What is included in the kit?
You get the USB condenser microphone, a shock mount, pop filter, pop shield, a 1.5m USB type B to A lead and an adjustable arm mount with a worktop clamp.
How long is the USB lead?
The supplied USB type B to A lead is 1.5m long.
What is the frequency response?
The microphone has a frequency response of 30Hz to 18kHz, suitable for both vocal and instrument recording.