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RØDE X XCM-50 Professional USB Condenser Microphone and Virtual Mixing
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RØDE X XCM-50 Professional USB Condenser Microphone and Virtual Mixing

Bottom line: The RØDE X XCM-50 Professional USB Condenser Microphone and Virtual Mixing: Cardioid condenser capsule with tight pattern that cuts background room noise; main trade-off: condenser capsule picks up keyboard and room noise without treatment.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Cardioid condenser capsule with tight pattern that cuts background room noise
  • ✓ Free UNIFY virtual mixer bundles mic, game, chat and system audio in one app
  • ✓ APHEX voice processing plus reverb, delay, pitch-shift and robot FX built in
  • ✓ Integrated 360-degree swing mount and desk tripod included, no boom arm needed

Cons

  • ✗ Condenser capsule picks up keyboard and room noise without treatment
  • ✗ UNIFY software has a learning curve versus one-knob USB rivals
  • ✗ Cardioid-only pattern, no stereo or omni modes for multi-person use
  • ✗ Included desk tripod is short, so a separate boom arm often needed

Manufacturer description

The XCM-50 is professional condenser USB microphone optimised for streaming and gaming. Be heard by your audience, friends and teammates in full definition with its highly detailed sound signature and tight cardioid polar pattern that helps reduce background noise. Create the perfect mix for your stream and unlock advanced APHEX voice processing so you always sound exceptional with the included UNIFY virtual mixing software. Get creative and have more fun on-stream or in-game with voice FX like reverb, delay, pitch-shifting, and robot. Position your mic to get the best sound possible using…

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Key Features

  • Professional condenser USB Microphone; Premium and complete audio solution for streaming and gaming with included UNIFY software
  • Professional condenser USB microphone for crystal-clear; Highly detailed voice capture with premium noise suppressing technology
  • Includes UNIFY virtual mixing solution with purchase allowing for full customizable control of all sound sources including mic, game, chat and system in powerful easy-to-use software
  • Integrated 360-degree swing mount and desk stand for perfect microphone positioning
  • High-quality tripod included with purchase

Full Specifications

BrandRode
ColorBlack
Impedance680 ohm
Model NameRØDE XCM-50
Unit Count1 Count
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberXCM-50
Power SourceCorded Electric
Audible Noise22 db
Polar PatternUnidirectional
Built-In Media3m Headphone Extension cable, 3m USB-C to USB-C cable, 5/8” – 3/8” threaded adaptor, Tripod 2, XCM50 microphone
Connector TypeUSB
Item Dimensions3.52 x 19.49 x 4.72 inches
Mfr Part NumberXCM-50
Number of Items1
Number of Packs1
Special FeatureStand
Antenna LocationAudio Recording
Audio Sensitivity10 db
Hardware PlatformPC

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