Boya BY-PM 700 is a high-end USB condenser microphone tailored for professional streaming, podcasting, voiceovers, and music recording. It features a large 1-inch diaphragm for rich, detailed sound capture and is plug-and-play via USB, making it user-friendly for content creators. With a cardioid polar pattern, it focuses on front-facing audio while rejecting background noise, and it's often praised for its studio-quality performance at an affordable price. This mic is a step up from models like the BY-PM 500, offering better warmth and clarity for vocals and instruments.
Key Specifications
- Type: Condenser microphone (large 1-inch gold-sputtered diaphragm).
- Connectivity: USB 2.0 (plug-and-play; compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux; no additional drivers required).
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid (minimizes off-axis noise and room reflections).
- Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz (captures full-range audio with natural highs and lows).
- Sensitivity: -34dB ±3dB (1V/Pa at 1kHz).
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 80dB or higher.
- Maximum SPL: 132dB (handles dynamic sources without clipping).
- Power Source: USB-powered (draws power directly from the USB port).
- Sample Rate: 48kHz/16-bit (ideal for high-fidelity recording and streaming).
- Dimensions and Weight: Microphone body: 180mm x 110mm x 50mm; Weight: ~600g (with stand).
- Accessories Included: Shock mount, tripod stand, USB cable, foam windscreen, and carrying case.
- Build: Robust metal construction with a matte black finish for durability.