Marantz Professional Umpire Desktop USB Condenser Microphone

The Marantz Professional Umpire is a high-quality, condenser USB microphone – perfect for podcasters, musicians, gamers and others using a USB microphone in conjunction with a computer. Part of the expanding line of Marantz Professional microphones, the Umpire features the same USB microphone used on the popular Turret all-in-one freestanding broadcasting system.

Studio-Grade Microphone Performance for The Masses

Are you looking for that next level of simplicity when it comes to stellar sound capture? Seeking your entry point into pro-sounding podcasts /broadcasts? Look no further than Marantz Professional’s Umpire – a high-quality, studio-grade condenser USB microphone – perfect for podcasters, musicians, Skype, Hangouts, live streaming, Twitch and anyone using a USB microphone in conjunction with a computer. Part of the expanding line of Marantz Professional microphones, Umpire features the same acclaimed USB microphone used on the popular Turret all-in-one freestanding broadcasting system.

Plug and Play Simplicity

Simply hook up Umpire to a free USB port on your Mac or PC, load your digital audio workstation (DAW) of choice for recording or set your mic preferences in your broadcasting /streaming/gaming application and you’re set!

Premium Performance

At the heart of Umpire is a high-quality 14mm electric condenser mic – chosen by studio professionals for its high sensitivity and crystal-clear sound. With on-board A/D conversion at 48kHz & 16-bit resolution, a wide-ranging frequency response and a focused cardioid polar pattern, every subtle nuance is captured!

Compact & Robust

Engineered to withstand any recording scenario! Umpire features a hard-wired USB A cable to minimize dropouts from unwanted disconnection and a rugged all-metal desk stand base that guarantees your mic stays exactly where you need it!

Product Feature

• High-quality USB cardioid condenser microphone
• 48kHz/16-bit resolution
• Pop Filter and 10dB pad
• Shock mount
• Rugged metal desk stand base
• Supported Operating Systems:
• Windows 7 and higher
• macOS 10.10 and above

Marantz Professional Umpire Specs

• Type: Electret condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Capsule Diameter: 14mm
• Frequency Response: 80 Hz – 15 kHz
• Sensitivity: -34dB ± 2dB (0db = 1V/Pa @ 1KHZ)
• Equivalent Noise Level: < 12 dbA (A-weighted)
• Output Impedance: 100 ohms ± 30% (@ 1kHz)
• Pad Switch: 0 dB / -10 dB
• Sample Rate: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz @16-bit
• USB 2.0 Class Compliant
• USB: USB-A connector / USB 2.0 connection
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 4.97″ x 7.41″ x 5.46″ (126 x 188 x 139mm)
• Weight: 0.88 lbs (0.4 kg)