The AU-A04 USB studio mount table top podcast microphone has a cardioid polar pattern that picks up what happens in front of the microphone while reducing pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound sources. The Maono USB Studio Desk Top Microphone Kit with Pop Filter & Flight Case desktop base is solidly constructed metal that provides phenomenal stability. It can be adjusted to the best position to record. The double-layered pop filter with flexible gooseneck and sponge clamp fits most standard microphone stands and also protects the stand from scratching. Other features include a smooth, flat frequency response of 30Hz-16kHz, 16 mm diaphragm catching transients and high-frequency content while delivering a fuller, round and warmer sound. This professional condenser microphone is good for podcasting, gaming, voiceover work, etc. A large-diaphragm condenser microphone combines quality sound capture with the ease of plug-and-play USB connectivity on both Mac and Windows computers, no drivers required, no need for an external sound card. It makes it easy to sound good on a podcast, live stream, video call, or almost any other kind of recording. Features Microphone-core: Dia.16mm Condenser Polar Pattern: Cardioid Frequency Response: 30Hz-16kHz Sampling Rate: 192kHz/24bit Sensitivity: -38dB+/-3dB (0dB=1V/Pa at 1kHz) Maximum SPL: 120dB S/N Ratio: 70dB Electrical Current: 75mA Max. Voltage: 5V Colour: All black Material: Metal USB Cable: USB-A to USB-B USB Cable Length: 98 in