Introduction
The Apogee MiC Plus is a small and flexible USB microphone made for high-quality recording. It’s easy to use by just plugging it in, and it produces really good sound, which makes it a great option for musicians, podcasters, and creators who want excellent audio.
Design and Build
- Compact and sturdy build, ideal for portable use
- All-metal construction ensures durability
- Easy-to-use controls for quick adjustments
Audio Quality
- Delivers clear, studio-quality audio recordings
- Built-in preamp provides excellent gain and clarity
- 24-bit/96kHz resolution captures rich and detailed sound
Connectivity and Compatibility
- USB connection for hassle-free setup with Mac, PC, or iOS devices
- Works seamlessly with various recording and streaming applications
- Headphone output for direct monitoring
Pros
- Exceptional audio quality for professional recordings
- Portable and durable design
- Easy setup and clear controls
- Versatile compatibility with different devices and applications
- Direct monitoring capability through headphone output
Cons
- Higher price point compared to some other USB microphones
- Limited color options available
Conclusion
The Apogee MiC Plus is a really good USB microphone that has excellent sound, is easy to carry around, and works with different devices. Even though it costs more, its great performance and features make it a good choice for people who want perfect recordings and take their work seriously.
Jean-Guy –
Para grabar en Garage Band excelente
DrockPhenom –
I always choose Apogee products as they create quality products. The Apogee mic plus was purchased due to many reasons: pro level sound quality, size of mic, ease of use while using zoom for virtual yoga and barre classes. I will continue to use Apogee products in the future.
Wildlife –
I purchased this microphone to replace one that fell way below my expectations. The Apogee mic far exceeds my expectations in terms of sound quality, ease of use with my ipad and build quality. No much more to say other than if you are looking for a quality mic in this price point I do not think you will be disappointed.
Amazon Customer –
I’ve learned my lesson. I went cheap twice and both mics were failures. Now I bought this (at a price of the two cheaper ones put together) and it is perfect. Easy set up, no fuss, great sound.
You get what you pay for.
Darritt –
Me gusta el microfono es pequeño y suena muy bien, envio rapido
Amazon Customer –
Je l’utilise pour mon studio maison avec mon iPad Air et je suis entièrement satisfait!
Amazon Customer –
I ran a small recording studio for a few years about 15 years ago and have been recording my own projects since. I generally use an old school M-Audio Solaris through an audio interface but wanted a portable solution for voice over work, and possibly some singing, while traveling. I bought both this mic and the Rode NT usb mic at the same time and tested their abilities. With SEVERAL tweaks, I was finally able to get the Rode NT to relatively match the performance of my higher quality studio mic, at least when it came to radio and voice over work. I was UNABLE to ever get the Apogee mic to sound remotely in the same ballpark. It’s just too small to be a serious mic. It couldn’t deliver the low end that the Rode could. Honestly, the apogee mic felt like a toy. Don’t get me wrong, I understand the appeal of lightweight and small, but the technology just hasn’t reached the point where such a small mic can produce decent results. It WAS clear sounding, so if you don’t want a mic to pick up low end, then this might work for you. It just doesn’t work for me, however, since I’m used to studio quality condenser mics capable of giving that stereotypical “movie preview narrator” sound. This mic was more suited for light sounding high frequencies. I’m going to have to return it.
DrockPhenom –
So I have always been a fan of the idea that in the computer age why can’t we have a mic that eliminates the DA converter. I mean signals all go into the computer the same! The difference in price for a mic is the company name, maybe a few tweaks here and there. So my first try at eliminating the old school mic set up was with the YETI PRO. I found out quickly that usb signals cannot travel very far. Also with the yeti that when the ceiling was reached you heard your vocals being squeezed at the top or near the top end. So I scrapped it and waited.
So I see this scroll across my feed. I look into it and it pretty much has the same internals as the yeti pro, but again apogee’s teaks here and there could be what I need to break away from the top end vocal squeeze
I am highly impressed! This mic competes with my 1000$ mic and it’s plug and play on multiple devices!
This review is for in the box studio producers who want to get vocals crisp and clear and have headroom for vocal mix downs!
This mic is PERFECT! Easy to use easy to connect and gives you RAW vocal capabilities like your expensive mic without the DA converter. It’s all in one!
The positives: EVERYTHING can’t say enough
The negatives: YOU NEED A LOUD HEADPHONE AMP!! The headphone output is good even when utilizing my MAC audio midi app to increase the volume. But I had an old Mackie BigKnob and just ran the headphone out from the MiC PLUS to it and it’s as loud and clean as ever.
If your an artist looking for a nice mic to record without having to build an a tire studio, start here. This is the best USB mic for studio and MAJOR recording
Trust when I tell you that I have a major studio this mic has blown me away
Chelle –
What they do not mention, when you load the Mic onto the computer it changes the input sound settings of the entire computer to headset. Drove me crazy and even Thier tech did not discover it. Found the “Sounds” settings and changed it back to standard with headsets. They also do not clearly tell you the flashing green light means in standby mode.
Recording output is very good.
Jason Hubbard –
Très bonne qualité
Guilon Frederic –
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Perfekt mit dem IPhone und GarageBand. Super einfach zu bedienen, toller Klang und robust.
Andrew S. –
Some other voiceover actors I know recommended this mic, including some instructors at Kalmenson, so I bought it a few months ago to have a small but excellent quality mic for portable use. I use it with my iPhone 5S and my MacBook.
Happy!! It’s a great little mic. I have a “deep movie trailer” voice, and this mic is great for that, comparable to my AKG or Schoeps. Today, I used it for a video ecocast on-camera audition shot on iPhone. The mic was clamped to the tripod with the iPhone, and I was 3′-6′ away — the sound was clean and tight, and required nothing in post for cleanup. In fact I was able to send in the audition as recorded on the iPhone & the Apogee mic with no alterations or post fixing whatsoever.
Just for the record, I’ve been a sound professional since the early 1980s. I own a dozen mics, including Sennheiser (816 & 416), Schoeps (MK41), AKG, etc. This apogee mic fits in well with them, both in sound and build quality.
Apogee mic general notes:
Good:
1) Heavy for the size, and very solid in construction. Excellent build quality.
2) Easy to use with all the USB/Lightning cables you might need.
3) Great sound, comparable to other high quality mics.
4) Quiet low noise preamp, low self noise, clean output.
5) Built in headphone jack allows latency free monitoring.
Neither good nor bad:
6) The separately available fitted case is a must have, though it does not hold my third party pop screen. It does hold the mic well protected, the mini stand, and the accessory cables.
7) Not a fault of the mic – some apps like Audacity you need to make sure the mic is selected, as Audacity does not necessarily use the system selected mic.
Weak:
8) I wish it had a rolloff filter. I use the mic very close for some things, and I get a little too much bass as a result, as is true of most any cardioid mic.
9) The mini mic stand is just wonky, and not a good complement to such a nice mic.
10) IMO the mic should come with at least a foam windscreen, but it doesn’t. I use a third party nylon type screen that’s okay. Pop sensitivity is like most medium to large diaphragm mics, so some sort of screen is useful for close mic-ing.
11) Package does not come “factory sealed” so you won’t know if it was opened — weird. I know Apogee wants to be “green” and not use unnecessary packaging, but really guys you need to have a tamper-evident seal on the box!
In short, I’m really happy to have a mic this good that is plug and play with my iPhone or MacBook. To be honest, even at home I’ll more likely use this with my MacBook for a quick audition than fire up the whole studio.