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Compare the Marantz Professional MPM-2000U to the Razer Seiren X

Today Music Critic will be comparing the Marantz Professional MPM-2000U to the Razer Seiren X. Not sure which is right for you? Read on and find the perfect item for your needs. If you find this article interesting, you might also want to read 10 Best USB Condenser Mics

 Marantz Professional MPM-2000UThe first product we will be looking at is the Marantz Professional MPM-2000U.

 Razer Seiren XNext up is the Razer Seiren X.


Taking a closer look at the features of the Marantz Professional MPM-2000U

This is another great choice of USB condenser microphone that again is of a Cardioid polar pattern. So you can expect high-frequency pickup without the muddy lower ends dampening the quality of musical recordings or unwanted background noise from your environment. It has a decent amount of weight to it and is of good quality construction Although the grill does appear less durable than we find with more expensive brands. It's frequency response of 20-18000 in league with professional studio level audio recording. Its USB connectivity allows for effortless audio capture direct to your digital audio workstation.


Reasons to buy the Razer Seiren X

This Razer Seiren X desktop USB mic has been designed specifically with live streaming in mind. It is a digital condenser mic that filters and reduces background noises and optimizes sound. The Razer Seiren X mic is compact and sleek and features a built in shock mount to dampen unwanted vibrations. The housing is beefy black, aluminum brushed, the mini~USB to standard USB is also high grade and durable. It's Digital Audio Converter works at a rate of 24-bit 192kHz. It has a built in sound card allowing for audio out monitoring by headphone or speaker should you wish.

HEAD TO HEAD COMPARISON

Marantz Professional MPM-2000U

Razer Seiren X

KEY FEATURES

+ Good background noise rejection.
+ Good acoustics.
+ Range of accessories including shock mount.

+ Designed to elevate stream sound quality.
+ Zero latency monitoring.
+ Super-cardioid pick up pattern.

WHAT OUR TEAM THOUGHT

The sound level is pretty good it picks up instruments really well and gives users instant access to plug and play audio recording.

We like Razer have tried their hand at creating a their own product that this is specifically aimed at live streaming use well it has been well thought out and features super-cardioid polarity pattern to allow for switching what you care to pick-up. Check out the Razer Seiren Elite for an alternative. .



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