ICYMI: HyperX Announces HyperX ProCast XLR Microphone With Gold-Sputtered Large Diaphragm Condenser for Professional-Grade Recording

HyperX-ProCast-KV ICYMI: HyperX Announces HyperX ProCast XLR Microphone With Gold-Sputtered Large Diaphragm Condenser for Professional-Grade Recording


First Public Showing of HyperX ProCast at TwitchCon San Diego

What You Need to Know:

  • HyperX, the gaming peripherals team at HP Inc. and brand leader in gaming and esports, announced the release of the HyperX ProCast Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone. The HyperX ProCast is a professional-grade condenser microphone featuring an XLR connection, a cardioid polar pattern input and a gold-sputtered large diaphragm condenser capsule, delivering high-quality audio performance. Designed for streamers, influencers and content creators looking for professional quality in a microphone with XLR connectivity, the HyperX ProCast offers high-quality audio recordings with vibrant sound.
  • “HyperX continues to elevate its range of high-quality and high-performing peripherals to meet the needs of today’s gamers, influencers, content creators, and more,” said Ana Hidalgo, streaming business manager, HyperX. “As our first XLR microphone, the HyperX ProCast microphone is perfect for recording professionals, content creators and streamers. With an XLR connection and a high-quality gold-sputtered large condenser, HyperX engineers focused on delivering excellent audio performance and versatility for use in home or professional studios.”

  • The ProCast microphone captures detailed recordings with the gold-sputtered large diaphragm condenser capsule and utilizes the popular cardioid polar pattern to focus on the sound source. A switchable -10dB PAD allows the microphone to handle loud audio sources and a 80Hz high-pass filter switch helps to reduce unwanted low-end frequencies.
  • Designed to capture high-quality sound and noise-free content, the ProCast comes with a built-in anti-vibration shock mount reducing vibration noises and a detachable HyperX Shield metal pop filter to help reduce rumbles and pops for clearer audio capture. The mount adapter fits both 3/8-inch and 5/8-inch thread sizes and is compatible with most stands and boom arms.
  • Availability

  • The HyperX ProCast large diaphragm condenser mic will be available in the U.S. through Amazon, Best Buy and the online HyperX Shop for $249.99 MSRP starting in October.
  • For more information, please visit the HyperX ProCast large diaphragm condenser microphone product page. Pricing from HyperX.com is subject to change without notice. Retailers pricing may vary.
  • HyperX ProCast Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic Specifications:

    Part Number: 699Z0AA

    Microphone Specifications

    Element Gold-sputtered externally-polarized condenser

    Diameter of diaphragm 1”

    Polar pattern(s) Cardioid

    Frequency response 20Hz~20kHz

    Sensitivity -38± 3dBV (1V/Pa at1kHz)

    Maximum input sound level 140dBSPL (THD 1%@1kHz)

    Noise (RMS) -118dBV (A-weighting)

    Dynamic range 123dB

    Signal-to-noise ratio 75dB

    Output Impedance 160 Ω

    Phantom power requirements 48V DC, 3mA typical

    Connections and Features

    Shock mount Built-in

    Pop Filter Metal, snap-on, detachable

    Connection type Balanced 3-pin XLR male

    Controls

    Passive Attenuation Device (PAD) -10dB

    High-pass filter -3dB@80Hz, -12dB/Octave

    Physical Specifications

    Weight (Microphone) 376g

    Weight (Shock mount and pop filter) 127g

    Total Weight 503g

    Dimensions 134L*102W*209H (mm)

Source: Official Press Release