[Available in Akihabara] A comparison of the best gaming microphones

Once you get hooked on audio, there's no going back.
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I wrote a total of three microphone review articles in August and September.
This time, I would like to introduce a video comparing the sound quality of these three microphones.

↓Click here for the review article of the microphone introduced this time

I want to read it together

Review of the HyperX QuadCast Microphone for Streaming and Commentary

I want to read it together

AVerMedia AM133 Review: Streaming and Commentary Microphone

I want to read it together

Razer Seiren X Review: Streaming and Commentary Microphone

Sound quality comparison video

Let me quickly introduce you to a video comparing sound quality.

Recording environment

・Microphone
Place it about 30cm away from your mouth.
*Approximately 10cm to the side of the keyboard.
Adjust the angle and point the microphone at your face to record.
The controller or arcade stick should be positioned about 50cm from the microphone.
*Fix it around your thighs while sitting on a chair.
Air conditioner on. 24 degrees with a moderate breeze.
The PC is under the desk, about 100cm away from the microphone.

Equipment used

・パッド
Sony genuine DualShock 4 (current model)

・Arcade controller
HORI Fighting Edge Blade
Replaced with Sanwa's new silent button
No change to the lever

・キーボード、マウス
Logitech G PRO (Romer-G Tactile)
Logicool G600

Microphone Features

Below are the features of the three microphones we compared.
There are definitely advantages and disadvantagesSo it's best to choose something that suits your environment.

HyperX Quad Cast

HyperXA USB-connected gaming microphone sold by.
The microphone quality is high and there is no noticeable noise.
It matches people with any voice quality, so you can use it regardless of whether your voice is low or high.
The input sensitivity is not high, so you need to carefully balance it with the game sound.
It is equipped with useful features for streamers, such as the ability to mute with a tap and change the microphone direction with a dial.
It is the most expensive of the three, but it has no peculiar taste and is easy to use.
*Approximately 2 yen

AVerMedia AM133

Famous for its capture boardsAVerMediaAnalog-connected microphones available.
It is multifunctional and can be connected not only to PCs, but also to smartphones, SLR cameras, and video cameras.
Since it is an analog connection, you need to be a little more careful when handling it than with a USB connection.
*If you plug it directly into your PC, there is a possibility of noise being introduced, so if possible, it is better to use a sound card or a separate device for microphone input to record clearly.
This microphone can achieve the highest quality sound if you can create the right environment.
The microphone itself does not have a mute function, so you need to mute it using the software.

Razer Seiren X

A major gaming device manufacturerRazerA USB-connected microphone sold by.
It has the highest input sensitivity of the three, making it ideal for those who want to increase the microphone volume.
On the other hand, it also picks up environmental sounds easily, making it a microphone that requires careful consideration of the recording environment.
If the microphone picks up noise, the sound will become louder, so you need to carefully choose the USB port you connect the microphone to.
*In my environment, a fairly loud noise was input only when I connected to the port on the front of the case.
If you can avoid noise and environmental noise issues, you can use it as the most sensitive microphone.

Choose a microphone depending on the environment

Each microphone has its pros and cons, but no matter which one you choose, you'll undoubtedly enjoy a better live commentary and streaming experience.
After that, it may be a matter of how much you care about sound quality and how much you are willing to compromise.
By the way, the main microphone I use is
AVerMedia AM133
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・An environment for analog connections was in place
・I plan to use a single-lens reflex camera for video shooting.
・USB ports are full of gaming devices
That's why.

However, all the microphones perform excellently."I just want to use a microphone with good sound quality."If you are thinking about this, you might want to try one of the microphones in this article.
In fact, I'm wondering if there is a better gaming microphone out there!

※※※Points to note※※※

If youMacBook Pro (Air)If you're thinking of recording with , there's one thing you should be aware of.
That isPort IssuesI

It only has USB Type-C, so if you want to use a USB microphone, you will need a separate converter.
It is equipped with a port for analog connection, so it is possible to connect it with AM133.

Store where purchased

HyperX Quad Cast

Razer Seiren X

AVerMedia AM133

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