FIFINE USB Microphone, Metal Condenser Recording Microphone for MAC OS, Windows, Cardioid Laptop Mic for Recording Vocals, Voice Overs, Streaming, Meeting and YouTube Videos-K669B

I was skeptical of this mic despite the glowing reviews - even the limited reviews on youtube are good, with most finding that the limitations of the microphone are far fewer than it's benefit - which, frankly, is it's price. I picked it up for $24 dollars on a flash sale, but it's well worth the normal price for how it sounds.I picked it up with the Neewer NB-35 Microphone boom arm (which is PERFECT for this microphone, btw and comes with a pop filter!) Less than 50 bucks for a complete usb microphone setup. That alone is pretty great.Less than a week after buying this, however, I was at bestbuy for a big sale, and saw that the Blackout edition Blue Yeti was on sale with the ghost recon wildlands game combo for a shocking $75 dollars. So I bought it.I'm a singer/songwriter with 20+ years of recording behind me and play PC games and do some streaming and needed a new mic.All day I've been testing this mic (I have the black Fifine K669B for the record) and the Yeti side by side. The Yeti is larger, feels more premium, and has a mute button, gain control adjusts to louder volume, has 4 different polarity settings for doing podcasts or recording in stereo among other things. But I tested this side by side with the Yeti using the Yeti's cardioid settings to match the Fifine's. I adjusted the gain controls to be the same in windows, and slightly higher on the Fifine's gain knob to match the Yeti so they were as evenly matched as possible.I cannot distinguish a large enough difference in the audio (flat recorded in mono with audacity) to truly be able to justify the already discounted price of the Yeti compared side by side with the Fifine.Yes, the audio is just that good. I mean, as good as a USB mic is going to be. If you have the extra scratch and need more than one polarity pattern than just right in front of the mic (and the sides) then you cannot go wrong with the Fifine. I was so taken aback after hearing such good things about the yeti, but they both pickup the same background noises, and feel very similar. When positioned about 6" from the mics with pop filters in place, my voice felt more natural coming from the Fifine, with a bit more clarity perhaps in the Yeti but barely noticable. What bassiness there was (my voice isn't very bassy) was - to my ears - better on the Fifine. Not like, stupid bassy, but naturally the tone sounded more pleasing. And that's where this mic will be, about 6" from my face. It's small, light, very well made, all-metal, and about 1/4th the size of the Yeti. And the yeti weighs A TON, and has some bizarre irregular threading on the mount part where you need to buy a specific adapter or pray that you get one that the threads like. The Fifine just works. And if something happens to it you just buy another one for 25 bucks and call it a day.For professional streamers or people looking for a pro-level mic for doing voice/singing work, neither mic is going to be worth your time, you're going to want to use an interface and XLR mic/s for that, to get the sound as good as it can be. But if you're laying down tracks, writing idea songs, playing around, gaming, streaming, chatting with your friends in discord, this mic is an incredible value. I wish it had a mute button, that's a downer. But you can just turn the gain all the way down.I don't work for Fifine or Neewer, and I really want to like the Yeti, but I'll probably return it in the morning. It's a beautiful mic, but not as beautiful as having 50 bucks and something that sounds just as good. (IN CARDIOID MODE that is.) Also the Yeti is bigger, heavier, and takes up more space. I thought for sure when I started testing them that the Yeti was going to blow my mind, but insanely I can NOT tell the difference, or rather, I cannot detect why anyone would believe the Yeti is better sounding.I feel that maybe it's a reputation thing, as with the Beats headphones. Beats aren't all that good, my daughter has a pair and when I listen to them they're not bad but sound about as good as a pair of Klipsch I paid 30 bucks for on sale. Same situation here. I think Yeti's are maybe for people who either need that headphone passthrough, plan to use this for something greater than streaming or talking, and kids who just think they're good because other kids use them.TLDR: Don't be fooled, trust your ears, and just get this microphone and try it for yourself. You've got very little to lose.

Easy set up good sound quality according to people listening to me

I feel like I should've given this product a three, not for the product itself but how it was delivered. I ordered two items and the other item was a spray bottle (bathroom cleaner), the bathroom cleaner was placed in a box and this product was in it's manufacturers box but in a plastic bag. Also it was not sealed, no sticker on the box to prevent it from opening or shrink-wrap. When I opened it, the usb cover was not on, the wires were all over the place. I had to test the product out to make sure I didn't not get a used item. The mic sounds great but the stand it comes with is a little wonky, one of the legs don't hold up at a certain angle.

This is an excellent product. Not problem one. People who I communicate with say the audio is very good.

It is definitely solid and made with well machined metal parts. I just use it for Discord while gaming so not sure if it is really professional level audio. However, works great for my purpose. Only negative I can think of is that it's probably bigger than it needs to be. Not that it is huge.

The FIFINE USB Microphone is an absolute game-changer—incredible sound quality and ease of use make this mic a must-have for anyone getting into podcasting, streaming, or recording. Watch out, Joe Rogan—this mic has me feeling like a pro!The **plug-and-play setup** couldn’t be easier. I connected it to my laptop, and it was ready to go in seconds. The included **5.9-foot USB cable** gives plenty of room to adjust my setup. The **solid metal design** feels durable and high-quality, and the **stable tripod stand** keeps everything secure during recording.What sets this mic apart is the **clear, crisp sound output**. The **cardioid condenser** does a fantastic job isolating my voice while cutting out background noise. It’s perfect for streaming, recording YouTube videos, or voiceovers. The **volume knob** is a handy feature for quick adjustments, ensuring my audio levels are always spot-on.This mic is versatile enough for everything I need—whether it’s podcasting, gaming, or meetings on Zoom. It works seamlessly with applications like OBS, Discord, and Audacity, producing professional-quality audio without any static.For the price, the FIFINE USB Microphone delivers outstanding performance that rivals much more expensive gear. It’s made my recordings sound so polished that I feel ready to launch a podcast empire. If you’re looking to level up your audio game, this mic is the perfect choice. Joe Rogan better keep an eye out!

After a year of using a webcam microphone, I finally did a podcast with it. When I listened to the podcase, I sounded like I was in a tunnel. So embarrassing. For $30, this microphone is a big improvment. I have asked people I am on calls with to compare the two, and they say it is a "100% improvement."Obviously, if you spend any time at all on video calls, your effectiveness is going to be partially determined by how you sound. If you sound like you are in a tunnel, people will not take you or what you are saying seriously.This microphone is a no-brainer. It is small and you can put it right next to your keyboard. Just plug it into a USB port. There isn't even a driver to install on Windows 11. Just right-click on the speaker icon on your taskbar near the clock on the right, and choose this microphone. For bonus points, disable your other microphones so you don't accidentally use them.I'm sure that if you spend $250 on a Shure microphone, it would be marginally, or even much better. But this is 90% of the way there for people coming from a webcam microphone.