CAD Audio U37SE-C USB Cardioid Condenser Studio Recording Microphone
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Brand | CAD Audio |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Connector Type | USB Connector |
Special Feature | Stand |
Compatible Devices | Gaming Console, Personal Computer |
Color | Cammo |
Included Components | usb cable |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
Item Weight | 1.6 Pounds |
Microphone Form Factor | Table Array |
About this item
- Professional quality side address studio capsule
- Extended frequency response excellent for vocal and instrument recording
- Cardioid pick-up pattern reduces room noise
- Switchable 10dB Pad reduces distortion when recording loud sources; switchable Bass reduction to eliminate low frequency rumble when recording
- USB connectivity compatible with Windows and Mac; stand and USB cable included
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Item dimensions L x W x H | 7 x 2.5 x 9 inches |
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Power Source | Corded Electric |
Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Number of Channels | 1 |
Item Weight | 1.55 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 7 x 2.5 x 9 inches |
ASIN | B014L7LB0A |
Item model number | U37SE-C |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #119,571 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #1,623 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 1, 2015 |
Color Name | Cammo |
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The U37 USB Studio Condenser Microphone brings studio quality audio to your social media, gaming or home studio session. Creative control and limitless innovation await your beckon call as the result of CAD's more than 80 years of professional audio expertise. Explore our CAD USB series of products to unlock your creative edge and experience expression thru innovation. The U37 provides studio quality results recorded directly to your computer. Its extended frequency response, transient response and smooth interpretation make it excellent for singing, speech and recording instruments. The -10dB overload-protection switch minimizes distortion from loud sound sources. The Bass roll off switch reduces room noise. Tripod stand and USB cable included. PC and Mac compatible. The U37 USB Studio Condenser Microphone is perfect for Studio Vocals, Speech, Instruments, Podcasts, Desktop Recording Record studio-quality audio directly to your computer…Excellent for vocals and instruments…Podcast over the internet…Create your own audio for social media, audio or video projects…Simple plug and play design - No separate drivers required.
From the manufacturer
CAD Audio - The Brand Used By Professionals
2016.. .our 85th year of excellence!
CAD Audio continues to build on over 85 years of innovation and success in the audio industry by delivering innovative and highly useful solutions for performers, engineers and a wide range of audio professionals. CAD Audio has emerged as a multifaceted company with a variety of the sub brands that extend to market segments such as Recording, Broadcast, Live Performance & Production, Commercial and Consumer Electronics.
CAD Professional Microphones (1988), initially formed in 1931 as the Pro Audio division of Astatic, now designs and manufactures microphones for the recording and live sound markets. CAD Audio is a leader in innovative and cost-effective high performance studio and live microphones.
U37 USB Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone W/Tripod Stand And Cable
The U37 USB Studio Condenser Microphone brings studio quality audio to your social media, gaming or home studio session. Creative control and limitless innovation await your beckon call as the result of CAD’s more than 80 years of professional audio expertise. Explore our CADusb series of products to unlock your creative edge and experience expression thru innovation.
The U37 provides studio quality results recorded directly to your computer. Its extended frequency response, transient response and smooth interpretation make it excellent for singing, speech and recording instruments. The -10dB overload-protection
Switch minimizes distortion from loud sound sources. The Bass rolloff switch reduces room noise. Tripod stand and USB cable included. PC and Mac compatible.
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U37 - Red and WhiteLarge condenser microphone element for warm, rich recordings. Cardioid pick-up pattern minimizes background noise and isolates the main sound source. Smooth, extended frequency response is excellent for singing, speech and instruments. |
Perfect for home recording, podcasting and many other uses-10dB overload-protection switch minimizes distortion from loud sound sources. Bass-reduction switch reduces room noise. Side-address design popular with broadcast, TV and recording studios. |
'Studio-quality' RecordingIncludes microphone, tripod stand and 10' feet USB Cable. |
Simple and VersatileSimply plug in the U37 to your computer's USB port and you're ready to create great sounding recordings! |
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power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Usb Microphone | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | USB | Auxiliary | XLR | — | Bluetooth | XLR, USB |
connector type | USB Connector | — | XLR | — | USB | XLR, USB |
model number | U37SE-C | 10173831 | 904-HSMCAMK | 500251584 | ZOE | AM8 |
audio sensitivity | -35 decibels | 0 decibels | 40 decibels | 36 decibels | — | -50 decibels |
signal-to-noise ratio | — | 76 decibels | 76 decibels | — | 78 decibels | 80 decibels |
hardware platform | PC | — | PC | PC | — | PC, Laptop, Desktop, Mixer, Sound Card, Audio Interface |
polar pattern | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional |
weight | 1.55 pounds | 2 kilograms | 9.5 pounds | 57 grams | 0.7 pounds | — |
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Customers like the sound quality, performance, and ease of use of the microphone. They mention that it sounds like a high-end mic, picks up a wide range of sound, and is very convenient for use with any computer. That said, some complain about the brightness.
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Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the microphone. For example, they mention it sounds like a high-end mic, has awesome sound quality for the price, and picks up a wide range of sound. Some say it's a great first microphone and captures s o much background noise. Overall, most are happy with the product's sound quality and recommend it for voice over work, field recording, or any situation where a condenser mic is needed.
"...Excellent quality - picks up a wide range of sound. Excellent build quality...." Read more
"...In the end I went this the CAD U37 and am comfortable with the price vs value...." Read more
"Awesome sound quality for the price...." Read more
"This mic is solid..especially for the money...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the microphone. They say it works well for their internet radio station, Sony Sound Forge software, and iMac. Some say it's beautiful and works well with voice chat on GTA V and Twitch stream.
"...The color is beautiful and it worked with my iMac which i was a bit scared about at first...." Read more
"Great product and relatively inexpensive. A step up from the mod mic I previously was using...." Read more
"Works really well, however the mic can be overly sensitive at times, therefore I would recommend being in a soundproof room when using this." Read more
"Works great but the blue light flashes intermittently and i had to put a sticker over it, it was driving me crazy." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the microphone. They mention that the stand is sturdy, and the paint finish is great. The mic is plug and play, and has a nice clean sound. It comes with a decent stand with height adjustment and tilt.
"...This microphone has met and surpassed my expectations. Excellent quality - picks up a wide range of sound. Excellent build quality...." Read more
"...But lets talk about the positives. True Plug n Play. Its comes with a very decent stand with height adjustment and tilt...." Read more
"...The color is beautiful and it worked with my iMac which i was a bit scared about at first...." Read more
"Nice looking mic, seems to sound pretty good too. Only have used it once so far...." Read more
Customers find the microphone easy to use. They say it's convenient to use with any computer, and the comms are clearer and easier to understand. Some customers also mention that the product is accurate and sensitive, making it a good technical challenge.
"...most gaming headset mics or webcams and being USB Plug n Play is very convenient for use with any computer on the go, etc...." Read more
"...Friends report that comms are clearer and much easier to understand. Used a bit of electrical tape on the blue power light...." Read more
"...Besides being a pain in the butt with Windows 10, the folks on the other side of my conversations seem to hear a fair amount of "buzz"...." Read more
"Accurate and sensitive, a good technical challenge..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sensitivity of the microphone. Some mention it's very sensitive and despite adjustment, captures a lot of sound. Others say that it may need an isolation shield if you pick up too much.
"Yes, it's very sensitive. It picks up every slur and plosive, so you need to be careful with placement and distance and reflective surfaces...." Read more
"...Very sensitive, so you may need an Isolation Shield if you pick up too much "room", can make you sound like you're in a tunnel...." Read more
"It is very sensitive and despite adjustment, captures a lot of background noise." Read more
"Works really well, however the mic can be overly sensitive at times, therefore I would recommend being in a soundproof room when using this." Read more
Customers find the brightness of the microphone annoying, flashing, and distracting. They say the blue LED light is located directly above the microphone and flashes intermittently.
"...recording video simultaneously but because it was so bright and flashing on my face, I had to re-record with post narration because it looked like I..." Read more
"...My only complaint is that the blue power LED is very bright, and a piercing blue, and it flashes whenever the mic is on...." Read more
"Sounds great but the LED light is too bright and gets annoying when it flashes as you record. You need some duct tap to cover it up...." Read more
"Works great but the blue light flashes intermittently and i had to put a sticker over it, it was driving me crazy." Read more
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This microphone has met and surpassed my expectations. Excellent quality - picks up a wide range of sound. Excellent build quality. I opted to 'upgrade' to a different stand, but the original stand is fine as well.
Comes with an extra-long USB cord. Has a great paint finish (I went with the black and white version). My only complaint is that there is no mute switch on the mic itself - this would be useful. 10/10, would buy again.
But lets talk about the positives. True Plug n Play. Its comes with a very decent stand with height adjustment and tilt. The included USB cord is gold plated and approx 15ft long which is great. Although the mic shell is plastic is seems to be good quality and the screen is metal. The 2 switches which are Bass Reduction and -10db capture both work well although those kind of settings can easily be adjusted through software. The overall sound/recording quality is well worth the $40 I spent. It's a mid grade microphone at an entry level price. I also plan I buying a Blue iCE Mic for about $50 for a comparison because I have also heard very good things about it.
In the end I went this the CAD U37 and am comfortable with the price vs value. It's far better than most gaming headset mics or webcams and being USB Plug n Play is very convenient for use with any computer on the go, etc. I have no regrets with this purchase.
My only complaint is about the latency it has with softwares such as garageband. I've tried endless things to fix it and i did some research online. Apparently this is something other people had experienced before.
Overall, you pay what you get and the money invested in this microphone worths it. It somehow reminds me of the Audio Technica 2020 usb. It does sound super good and runs smoothly, i guess i'll have to keep trying to fix the latency issue.
Update 11/23/16 I've been using this mic with Skype a fair amount recently. Besides being a pain in the butt with Windows 10, the folks on the other side of my conversations seem to hear a fair amount of "buzz". I thought perhaps it was feedback from my speakers, but I used headphones and they could still hear the noise. I am pretty much having to say I am very disappointed with the mic.
so a bad cable that came with it is why i gave it four stars. i use it for podcasting and the sound quality cant be beat for a plug and play condenser mic.