Marantz Umpire Desktop USB Condenser Microphone
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Description
Marantz Umpire Desktop USB Condenser Microphone
The Marantz Professional Umpire is a high-quality, condenser USB microphone perfect for podcasters, musicians, gamers and others using a USB microphone in conjunction with a computer. Part of the expanding line of Marantz Professional microphones, the Umpire features the same USB microphone used on the popular Turret all-in-one freestanding broadcasting system.
Key Features
- High-quality USB cardioid condenser microphone
- 48kHz/16-bit resolution
- Pop Filter and 10dB pad
- Shock mount
- Rugged metal desk stand base
- Windows 7 and higher
- macOS 10.10 and above
Technical Specifications
Type
Electret condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Capsule Diameter
14mm
Frequency Response
80 Hz 15 kHz
Sensitivity
-34dB ± 2dB (0db = 1V/Pa @ 1KHZ)
Equivalent Noise Level
< 12 dbA (A-weighted)
Output Impedance
100 ohms ± 30% (@ 1kHz)
Pad Switch
0 dB / -10 dB
Sample Rate
32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz @16-bit
USB 2.0 Class Compliant
USB
USB-A connector / USB 2.0 connection
Dimensions (W x H x D)
4.97" x 7.41" x 5.46" (126 x 188 x 139mm)
Weight
0.88 lbs (0.4 kg)
Installation / Use Cases
- Use as a desktop USB condenser microphone for podcasting, gaming, music recording, and computer-based audio workflows.
- Suitable for users who need a simple USB microphone setup with a computer.
- Use the cardioid polar pattern for focused voice or source capture.
- Use 48 kHz / 16-bit resolution for USB recording.
- Use the 10 dB pad when lower input sensitivity is needed.
- Use the shock mount to help reduce vibration transfer during recording.
- Use the rugged metal desk stand base for desktop placement.
- Use the USB-A connector with compatible USB 2.0 computer connections.
- Compatible with Windows 7 and higher and macOS 10.10 and above.
Package Contents
- Marantz Umpire Desktop USB Condenser Microphone
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Marantz Umpire used for?
It is used for podcasting, gaming, music recording, and computer-based USB microphone recording.
What type of microphone is it?
It is an electret condenser microphone.
What pickup pattern does it use?
It uses a cardioid pickup pattern.
What audio resolution does it support?
It supports 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz sample rates at 16-bit.
Does it include a pad switch?
Yes. It has a 0 dB / -10 dB pad switch.
What connector does it use?
It uses a USB-A connector with USB 2.0 connection.
What is the frequency response?
The frequency response is 80 Hz to 15 kHz.
What comes with this product?
The package includes the Marantz Umpire Desktop USB Condenser Microphone.
