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Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming |
Brand | V-MODA |
Model Name | BoomPro Microphone |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Connector Type | 3.5 mm Jack |
Special Feature | Tangle-Free Cord, Lightweight, Volume-Control, Microphone Feature |
Compatible Devices | Sony PlayStation® 4 Sony PlayStation® Vita Sony PlayStation® 3 (needs third party adapter) Microsoft Xbox One Updated Xbox One Controller w/3.5mm (1/8") headphone jack (no adapter needed) Original Xbox One Controller needs official Microsoft headset adapter Microsoft Xbox 360 (needs third party adapter) Smartphones, tablets, PCs and notebooks via 1/8" (3.5mm) plug See more |
Color | Black |
Included Components | BoomPro Microphone |
Polar Pattern | Omnidirectional |
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- Attachable Boom Microphone f V-MODA Crossfade 3.5mm-equipped Headphones
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Sound quality | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.2 |
For gaming | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.2 |
Noise cancellation | 3.8 | 4.2 | 3.2 | 3.7 |
Value for money | — | 4.6 | 4.5 | 3.6 |
Durability | 4.1 | — | 4.7 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Nature shopping | Ablet Direct | AntlionAudio |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Battery \, AC |
connectivity tech | Wired | USB, USB C | Wired | Wireless |
connector type | 3.5 mm Jack | USB, USB Type-C | 3.5 mm Jack | USB Type-A |
model number | C-BP-BLACK | DGM20S | MODA Mixfade M100 | GDL-0700 |
battery quantity | 1 lithium ion | — | — | 1 lithium ion |
signal-to-noise ratio | 58 decibels | 78 decibels | — | 75 decibels |
From the manufacturer
Transform your Ordinary Headphones into a Versatile Headset for Communication
Detachable, Flexible, State-of-the-Art Boom Mic
The BoomPro Microphone instantly transforms your headphones into the perfect communication device for gaming, business communication, podcasting and taking calls on the go. Its unique bendable design allows you to position and hold the mic in place wherever it’s most comfortable for you.
Level Up Your Work From Home Setup
BoomPro works universally with all V-MODA over-ear and on-ear headphones as well as many other headphone brands that have a detachable 3.5mm cable. Attach the BoomPro Microphone for crystal clear call quality anywhere. By reducing background noise and enhancing voice clarity, the BoomPro is the easy, lightweight essential for working from home or on the road.
Why BoomPro?
- Crystal clear communication
- Ideal for working from home and gaming
- Flexible arm for microphone positioning
- In-line mute switch and rotary volume controls
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Crystal Clear CommunicationEnhances your voice clarity and reduces background noise to make sure your colleagues, fellow gamers and podcast audience hear only what you want them to. |
Easy Access ControlsThe convenient control clip not only secures your BoomPro Microphone in place but it also features in-line mute and rotary volume controls, so you’re always in control of your sound. |
CompatibilityHeadphone Compatible with all V-MODA Crossfade series and most headphones with a 3.5mm (1/8") input port. |
Get to Know V-MODA BoomPro Gaming VOiP Headset Headphone Mic
- Microphone Type: Omni-directional
- Microphone Sensitivity: -38±2dB
- Weight: 30g
- Length: 74.8" (190cm)
- Impedance: 2.2kΩ
- Signal to noise ratio: 58dB
- Maximum input: 100dB
- Standard operating voltage: 2V
- Operating voltage range: 1V – 10V
- Compatibility: Headphone Compatible with all V-MODA Crossfade series and most headphones with a 3.5mm (1/8") input port. Source compatible with all smartphones, tablets, PCs and notebooks via 1/8” (3.5mm) plug and gaming systems with additional kits (sold separately).
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Product Dimensions | 8.1 x 4.35 x 1.65 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.72 ounces |
ASIN | B00BJ17WKK |
Item model number | C-BP-BLACK |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #9 in Computer Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | February 21, 2013 |
Manufacturer | Roland |
Country of Origin | China |
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Product Description
The BoomPro Microphone is the detachable, flexible, and state-of-the-art boom microphone for communication and gaming. It enhances voice clarity and reduces background noise, an essential for gaming and conference calls. It’s built to last with a durable reinforced cable, 24K gold-plated plug and flexible boom arm that’s adjustable to be positioned wherever you like. The control clip has built-in mute and rotary volume controls. Compatible with all smartphones, tablets, PCs, notebooks and gaming consoles via 3. 5mm plug and headphones with a 3. 5mm cable input.
Source Compatibility:
- Sony PlayStation 4
- Sony PlayStation Vita
- Sony PlayStation 3 (needs third party adapter)
- Microsoft Xbox One
- Updated Xbox One Controller w/3.5mm (1/8") headphone jack (no adapter needed)
- Original Xbox One Controller needs official Microsoft headset adapter
- Microsoft Xbox 360 (needs third party adapter)
- Smartphones, tablets, PCs and notebooks via 1/8" (3.5mm) plug
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Customers like the performance and quality of the microphone. For example, they mention that it works well, the steelflex boomarm works great, and the voice quality is good enough for gaming. That said, opinions are mixed on the sound quality, quality, and volume control.
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Customers like the performance of the microphone. For example, they say it works well, works flawlessly, and has a great quality. Some mention that the cord and steelflex boomarm work great. That said, most are happy with the product and its performance.
"...As for the mic stem, it's perfect! Very flexible, and will retain whatever shape you place it in...." Read more
"...one end into the controller and the other into the headset and it works marvelous...." Read more
"...After buying an adapter that actually works, the product is great...." Read more
"...adjustable output for different types of headphones, so it can work with cheap headphones or professional 600 ohm headphones which usually require..." Read more
Customers like the mic quality of the product. They say it sounds great, has good enough voice quality for gaming, and is easily adjustable. Customers also say the microphone picks up only their voice, not the clacking of their keyboard. They describe it as a versatile microphone add-on that can be equipped to most devices.
"...surrong sound or Dolby atmos apps make this heaven with a CLEAR mic for others to hear. Yes the 20 dollar solution did this with this boom mic." Read more
"...The headphone and mic signals are well isolated from each other, the mic sounds great and the headphone sound is not affected...." Read more
"...microphone input, and it sounds excellent, with an improvement in the high frequency response of the Vmoda mic, which, for the price of the sound..." Read more
"...Because the UE 6000s are Apple-ready, the inline mic will NOT work due to ground and mic rings on the jack being flipped from the "standard"..." Read more
Customers like the value of the microphone. They mention it's well worth the $30, cheaper than a ModMic, and easier to use. Some say it'll save them time and money. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...If you don't already have a quality pair, it's worth your time and money to put together a gaming headset using this mic...." Read more
"...The V-Moda is worth every penny, because it is as good as advertised.Observations and Technical Breakdown:..." Read more
"...that's why I'm giving it 5 stars. Definitely worth the 30 dollar investment to make good use of a set of headphones you already have instead of..." Read more
"...+ IT WORKS WITH THE RAZER ELECTRACONS:- Price is a bit high-..." Read more
Customers like the fit of the microphone. For example, they mention the cables sit snugly in there, the ends fit snugly, and the jack fits nicely. The inner diameter fits the BoomPro perfectly, and it's very comfortable. The adapter is standard 3.5mm, so it fits a few different headphones. That said, some like the small form factor and find it to be different.
"...The cord is nice and braided which feels nice, but it does create a little bit of noise when you brush it against a zipper on a sweater or coat...." Read more
"...modified both the headphones and the adapter, but now everything fits together perfectly...." Read more
"...The jack fits nicely though, it doesn't feel loose and it doesn't swing around...." Read more
"...The in-line control box is just awful. It's far too big and the clip WAS very fragile before it snapped off...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the microphone. For example, they say it's convenient, easy to setup, and pairs extremely well.
"...I love how it easily plugs into my Philips SHP9500 headphones' 3.5mm jack...." Read more
"...This is more convenient anyways, no need to deal with multiple cables. It plugs into my headphones, and one cable straight into my Apple DAC...." Read more
"...it is very simple, and if you type in the YouTube search " audio technica athm50x removing lock mechanism" someone posted a very easy..." Read more
"...It's a lot cheaper than a ModMic and it's easier to use - this is just ONE cable that you plug into your headphone, then unplug when you're done, as..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the microphone. Some mention that it has great sound quality, their voice is heard loud and clear, and they can mute the mic and raise/lower the volume on the headset. Others say that there was no real sound difference that they could notice, there was slight muffling in their headphones, and the microphone picks up a very slight echo.
"...Power on for noise cancelling plus utilizing DTS surrong sound or Dolby atmos apps make this heaven with a CLEAR mic for others to hear...." Read more
"...isolated from each other, the mic sounds great and the headphone sound is not affected...." Read more
"...about this mic is that if you rub it, you'll hear some SLIGHT muffling in your headphones...." Read more
"...to the built in "studio-quality three-mic array" this actually sounded better, and didn't pickup much/any fan noise nearby...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the microphone. Some mention that it seems good quality, the cable is braided, and the construction and performance are top notch. However, others say that the stem is too flimsy and made to break easily.
"...The construction and performance are top notch, and the mic stem is highly customizable...." Read more
"...I am convinced that the V-Moda records with enough quality that you can safely edit the sound recording without losing a significant amount of the..." Read more
"...The splitter such a cheap piece of crap that the whole product would be more valuable without it...." Read more
"...the quality is actually much better than I had even anticipated and I didn't even need to buy any extra adapters. Just plug and play...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the volume control of the microphone. Some mention that it's good, while others say that it stopped producing sound or wouldn't pick up their voice. The inline controls for mute and volume are nice, but some customers say that the volume is the worst part of the entire assembly, and the sound quality and the volume are not the same across the ears.
"...(probably due to a loose wire... or three) - often the mic simply doesn't work at all, sometimes it works but sounds as if I'm underwater...." Read more
"...It has a mute switch and a volume wheel. The volume wheel is very smooth and there isn't much to complain about...." Read more
"...The ASUS sound card is not perfect, it has caused my computer to lock up a few times with a blue screen, if I try to use my Scarlett Focusrite at..." Read more
"...The inline volume/mute controls are super nice to have, and basically not optional when it comes to gaming for me, because it takes about 30 seconds..." Read more
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The cord is of impressive build and performance quality! Other player's voices are clear (limited by your headphone quality of course), and everyone you're talking to will hear you clearly. Nobody has complained about the quality of this mic. The mic receives sound on both sides, so it's basically "reversible", which means it doesn't matter if your cord plugs into the L/R side of your headphones. As for the mic stem, it's perfect! Very flexible, and will retain whatever shape you place it in. It's lightweight, so it's not going to fatigue the wearer after long term use. And the max volume while playing online is LOUD (though this may be attributed to the UE 6000s). Many people have complained of low volume while using the headset adapter with whatever headset they're using. The quality of the cord exceeds the $30 cost, so it's a value purchase. Rather than buying a new set of Turtle Beaches, Trittons, etc, this mic's value becomes an even greater value.
***- The xBox One Headset Adapter is a MUST! This cord will not bypass the need for the adapter.
Because this cord wasn't designed exclusively for gaming, the cord is on the long side (6ft long). However, it does come with a velcro strap to tie the cord and shorten it. It's a solid solution, or you could just use a twist-tie for the same purpose. The only slight complaint that could be made about this mic is that if you rub it, you'll hear some SLIGHT muffling in your headphones. But, you only really notice it if there's no sound coming through the headphones. When playing, I never noticed any sound interference at all.
Rather than buying the Polk 4-Shot gaming headset for $160, or the XO Sevens for $135, I'd strongly recommend this alternative for the same price- this V-Moda mic ($30), the xBox One Headset Adapter ($25), and the UE 6000 headphones. As of 3/26/2014, these headphones are listed on Amazon for $80 (in white), and $100 (in black). I did a side-by-side comparison with Beats Studio, and these 6000s sounded better/clearer with just as much bass if you wanted. Plus, you can then use these headphones "on the go" unlike turtle beaches, tritons, etc. And their build quality is far superior to the Polk and others.
In conclusion, this mic is perfect for turning ANY pair of detachable cord headphones into a gaming headset when used with the xBox One Headset Adapter. The construction and performance are top notch, and the mic stem is highly customizable. If you already have a quality pair of headphones that you feel would make a great gaming headset, then buying this mic is a no-brainer. If you don't already have a quality pair, it's worth your time and money to put together a gaming headset using this mic. And if you go this route, start by looking at the UE 6000s!!
Cons:
The 1/8" Y cable that comes with this is terrible. It plugs in very tight, and will never come out. But it feels permanent, once plugged in, and barely comes back out. I felt like I might break the cable trying to remove the 2 little 90 degree plugs from my computer. I would suggest buying a new headset microphone adapter Y cable, for $5 on Amazon that has straight plugs. The cord is nice and braided which feels nice, but it does create a little bit of noise when you brush it against a zipper on a sweater or coat. Not a big deal. The microphone picks up a very slight echo speaking into my custom cubicle style work desk, unless I turn it so the microphone holes are facing up and down, which completely removes any echo. The microphone won't work with my Scarlett preamp designed for large professional microphones.
Pros:
This V-Moda microphone sounds more clear and accurate than a professional XM8500 stage microphone I recently purchased, which sounds very dense, muffled and muddy in comparison to the V-Moda microphone. After seeing how tiny the V-Moda was, holding it in my hand, I was extremely skeptical that it could reproduce the Human voice properly without seriously distorting the frequency and tone like many other tiny non-powered microphones or cheap headset microphones.
Well, the V-Moda BoomPro is not an ordinary cheap microphone. It was engineered by real sound engineers, because it blocks background sound better than my $100 studio microphone, and sounds almost as clear. The V-Moda is more a bass and mid range microphone, picking up the lows very well, without picking up the really low lows that cause distortion and muddiness. It seems to have just the right frequency response for picking up the Human voice. It does not pick up the ultra low rumbling frequencies or the ultra high shrill background noises. Somehow, the itty-bitty tiny little microphone that is nearly invisible, it records big booming sound, and reproduces my speaking voice with clarity and authority.
The V-Moda is worth every penny, because it is as good as advertised.
Observations and Technical Breakdown:
The V-Moda doesn't reproduce the Human voice accurately. None of the microphones I've ever used sound totally natural. Microphones convert your voice into an electronic signal, so there will always be some kind of coloration of the tone of your voice, music recorded in the background, etc. The V-Moda is a little bit heavy in the low mid range area, and a little light in the high end frequency spectrum. It's designed intentionally this way to prevent background noise and to prevent shrill unnecessary high pitched sounds from being picked up by the microphone. I am perfectly happy with the sound tone of the V-Moda for Skype calls and phone calls, as it's nearly perfect. Using default settings, the V-Moda sounds more clear and less muddy than my Behringer XM8500 microphone, which was pretty shocking considering the size difference. I've heard many small microphones that sound so muffled and terrible that they are mostly useless .The V-Moda sounds very similar to my inexpensive studio microphone, an AKG P120 condenser microphone, which uses 48 volts and a preamp, a Scarlett 2i2 2nd generation.
For video voice over work, the V-Moda is too mid-bass heavy for my taste. Surprisingly the V-Moda microphone seems to automatically block out frequencies below 100hz, preventing any heavy bass noises from ruining the sound. But if you want your voice to sound absolutely natural, you'll need to do some editing in a sound editor or use some kind of an equalizer. This is for people who are using this to make professional recordings. Now, again I was skeptical that this microphone could be good enough to make a professional recording. But indeed it can. You will need to do a little editing. I'll tell you how I was able to do it.
First, you'll need a new computer sound card. Unless you you have a really good internal sound card in your computer, or a professional recording studio, you might get too much line noise from the cheap internal microphone port on your laptop or computer. Every computer is different. However, my laptop and my PC computer both have a lot of line noise when I use a microphone on the factory microphone input jack. I tried using the V-Moda on a Sound Blaster Audigy sound card and there was absolutely no audible line noise or hissing. This is called signal to noise ratio. Add-on sound cards that you purchase separately may be better than the internal sound card, so if you get line noise, I would recommend either buying a Sound Blaster Audigy (Open your computer and check for open PCI & PCI express slots). They make PCI or PCI Express sound cards. Or you can get a USB sound card. I found a really good PCI sound card that also doubles as a professional headphone amplifier. It's called the ASUS Xonar DG 5.1 Channels PCI Interface Sound Card. You can get it here on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2AVdJQm
This ASUS DG sound card is designed for headsets, it has a very high signal strength so it doesn't have any line noise, and it has a built in amplifier to power expensive headphones. People report a noticeable improvement using this sound card with headphones. The ASUS DG sound card actually has an adjustable output for different types of headphones, so it can work with cheap headphones or professional 600 ohm headphones which usually require an expensive external headphone amplifier. You can configure it for different headphone OHM ratings. I've never seen this feature on any other sound cards, especially internal factory sound cards.
Sound Editing:
Back to the V-Moda microphone. What makes a good microphone good is it's ability to maintain the information being recorded. If you lose certain frequencies or distort the voice too much, you cannot use sound editing to fix the sound. No amount of editing can fix a bad microphone, because the sound is lost before it gets recorded. The V-Moda handles sound editing extremely well. Again, I was shocked. It's not as good as my AKG P120, but it's close enough after editing, that no normal person would ever notice a difference. The V-Moda does cut off a lot of the high frequencies and it does boost some of the low-mids, naturally, due to its design. You won't be able to magically recreate the missing high frequency sounds, but for voice recordings, that's perfectly fine and even desired in most situations. High frequency sounds are rarely desired in voice recordings, and the most popular radio broadcast microphones today have a sound tone that is very similar to this V-Moda microphone, with muted treble.
The V-Moda does't have an absolutely accurate sound tone, it sounds a little bit amplified in the mid bass area, but with some sound equalizer adjustments in a sound editor program, you can make the tone sound more natural, just by reducing some of the mid bass. If you just get a free program like Audacity, then you can record your voice, then edit the sound using the built in equalizer to get the exact sound you want. I am convinced that the V-Moda records with enough quality that you can safely edit the sound recording without losing a significant amount of the audio integrity.
In conclusion:
The V-Moda sounds slightly muted, slightly muffled, and slightly boosted in the lower-mid bass region. But it appears to be perfectly tailored to picking up the Human voice, and blocking out things happening in the background. It's obviously a very carefully engineered microphone, and is shockingly good for the price. Unlike other microphones which sound wretched and painful to the ears, this V-Moda microphone has a very smooth, very warm sound tone, that is very clear. I am so happy to know that engineers actually engineered this microphone, unlike 99% of the other microphones out there in this price range which appear to be random accidents, and have no ability to recreate the Human voice.
You'll need sound editing to remove some of the mid-bass in order to make this microphone record more accurately, but with some sound editing, I think you can make this microphone sound good enough that you won't need to ever buy a more expensive professional grade microphone. I would consider this a professional microphone for home users and hobbyists. If you need something better than this, than I would suggest getting a dynamic microphone like the Shure SM57 with an extra heavy duty gray foam wind sock, a Shure SM7, or an AKG D5. Then you'll need a preamp like a Scarlett 2i2 USB, and a 15 foot XLR microphone cable. If you need super fine sensitivty and detail, then purchase a 48 volt powered condenser microphone like the AKG P120, and a microphone stand with a boom arm on it, then you can hear a pin drop, literally.
You'll want to buy a Sound Blaster Audigy or the ASUS DG sound card if you are using a PC computer, if you hear too much white noise in the background in your recordings. Start first by turning down the gain, and looking for updated drivers for your factory sound card.
Edit: 11/23/2017
I received my Asus Xonar DG sound card for my 5 year old motherboard with a PCI slot on Windows 7. The sound card microphone input jack used with the V-Moda BoomPro is absolutely crystal clear, without a trace of any line noise or white noise. This V-Moda microphone sounds even better now, more natural sounding, and even more clear. I am shocked at how much better a $30 sound card can make the microphone sound. If you are having sound issues or having too much line noise, or not enough gain, try getting a new sound card.
V-Moda vs. Golden Age Project D2 microphone. I bought a new dynamic professional microphone and tested it against the V-Moda yesterday. The Golden Age Project D2 sounds much worse than then V-Moda BoomPro. The same for the XM8500, which sounds much worse, but better than the D2. Again, I am so surprised. The D2 microphone was $150, but it sounds like you are speaking into a plastic bucket, compared to the natural clarity of the V-Moda. The V-Moda so far, sounds better than 2 other non-powered microphones I've tried which are far more expensive. The ASUS sound card is not perfect, it has caused my computer to lock up a few times with a blue screen, if I try to use my Scarlett Focusrite at the same time, to record multiple devices at the same time. It also takes a moment to begin recording when you engage the sound card, because it has to charge up the capacitors. The Asus sound card software allows you to do realtime "EQ" adjustment of your microphone input, and it sounds excellent, with an improvement in the high frequency response of the Vmoda mic, which, for the price of the sound card ($30) is truly amazing. With the treble turned up, the Vmoda sounds even more clear and crisp.
Conclusion: Get a new computer sound card, and don't worry about buying a professional condenser or studio microphone. Get the V-Moda.
On my devices with four-pole jacks, the microphone sounds great and doesn't affect the sound going to my headphones. Pity I bought the stupid thing for use with my PC which has only separate three-pole jacks for mic and audio. Buy only if you plan to use on a device with a four-pole jack, or if you budget for an extra splitter that doesn't suck.
EDIT: I did some testing with my multimeter, and it seems like the microphone portion of the four-pole socket isn't connected to any pin on the other side at all - and when it's connected to the Boompro, it appears that the polarity of the headphones is incorrect (ie, what should be the left and right channels are connected to ground and the drivers' grounds are connected to the left and right channels). The splitter my Boompro came with is measurably absolute trash.
After buying an adapter that actually works, the product is great. The headphone and mic signals are well isolated from each other, the mic sounds great and the headphone sound is not affected. Just make sure that you're prepared for the possibility that you have to buy a new splitter.
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Por lo menos se que el microfono nuevo es un buen producto, por el momento parece que el audio no se filtra con el splitter, pero actualizare con el tiempo si algo le sucede al mismo, este microfono fue un reemplazo de un clon del mismo que tenía excelente calidad por el precio, y espero que al menos aguante un año el Boompro.
Lo unico que podria recomendarles es que no dejen que el control de volumen aplique peso al microfono siempre poniendoselo en la camisa dejando que el cable entre el micro y el control sin ningun tipo de tension (su version china se daño por esto que menciono)
Pros:
- Great sound quality for the price
- Depending on the software used, pretty good voice isolation
- Long cable
- Lasted me several years before I needed to replace it
- Had several pairs of VMODA headphones and no issues with using it (it will likely work without any issues with other headphone manufactures)
Cons:
- The volume/mute control box can get flimsy over time causing statis noise but for the price can't complain
🔹DISEÑO Y CONSTRUCCIÓN🔹
👍 LO QUE MÁS ME HA GUSTADO:
+ Calidad de Construcción ➤ El micrófono se siente robusto y durable, lo que promete una larga vida útil a pesar del uso intensivo.
🔹CALIDAD DE SONIDO🔹
👍 LO QUE MÁS ME HA GUSTADO:
+ Calidad de Audio ➤ La claridad y nitidez del sonido transmitido es excepcional. Mis amigos y compañeros de juego han notado la mejora, mencionando lo "crispy" y claro que suena mi voz.
👎 LO QUE MENOS ME HA GUSTADO:
- Control de Volumen ➤ Aunque la calidad de sonido es impresionante, algunos usuarios han reportado problemas con el control de volumen y el interruptor de silencio, indicando una posible debilidad en estos componentes.
🔹USO Y COMPATIBILIDAD🔹
👍 LO QUE MÁS ME HA GUSTADO:
+ Compatibilidad ➤ Este micrófono es increíblemente versátil, funcionando a la perfección con una amplia gama de auriculares, incluidos los Sony WH-1000XM4, lo que lo convierte en una opción ideal para quienes buscan mejorar sus auriculares existentes.
👎 LO QUE MENOS ME HA GUSTADO:
- Durabilidad a Largo Plazo ➤ Aunque la mayoría de los comentarios son positivos, algunos usuarios han experimentado fallos después de meses de uso, como problemas con el cable o el micrófono dejando de funcionar, lo que plantea preguntas sobre la consistencia en la calidad a largo plazo.
🔹CONCLUSIÓN🔹
El Roland V-Moda BoomPro es un micrófono excepcional para gaming y comunicaciones VoIP, ofreciendo una calidad de audio inigualable que mejora significativamente la experiencia de comunicación. Sin embargo, es importante considerar los reportes de algunos usuarios sobre la durabilidad a largo plazo y problemas menores con los controles integrados. A pesar de estos aspectos, recomiendo ampliamente el BoomPro a cualquier gamer o profesional que busque una mejora notable en la calidad de su micrófono.
Geluid is erg goed en de microfoon is gemakkelijk te buigen.
Prijs is ook prima!
Reviewed in the Netherlands on December 6, 2022
Geluid is erg goed en de microfoon is gemakkelijk te buigen.
Prijs is ook prima!