AKG Pro Audio Lyra Ultra-HD USB C Microphone for Recording, Streaming, Gaming, Podcasting, ASMR on PC and Mac, Condenser Mic for Laptop or Computer, Adjustable Stand, Plug and Play – Blue and Silver

Short and to the Point Review: Devices do what the manufacturer says. Good value for the price especially if you get it on sale. I am pleased with my purchase. Long and Rambling Review: First off, I got my combo package as a two-for-one price. Individually the mic and headphones would be twice the price separately, so I saved about $150. If you are patient, you'll see this deal again. The box came unopened from overseas, and everything was packed well, no damage and both mike and headphones worked out of the box. I already had the Audio Technica M50x from the last Amazon sale to replace one of my 30-yo cans. It's a great headphone, well built, great sound. I wanted to replace the second 30-yo can and wanted the AKG version. The AKG K371 phones sound a bit better than the M50x but you can't go wrong with either of them. I listen to recorded vinyl at 192Khz/32-bit float. I have the 50th anniversary remaster of The Beatles Red/Blue vinyl along with the 50th anniversary Wings 'Band on The Run' 1/2 master for comparisons. (See my reviews on both). I can hear a bit more detail with the K371's but I'm probably splitting hairs. The K371's are lighter and a bit more fragile than the M50x. The K371's coiled cable is not as thick or as long as the M50x. If I had to wear either of these all day in the studio, I'd pick the K371 for comfort. For longevity I think the M50x wins but time will tell. Fortunately, I only use either of them for enjoying music at home. I am very satisfied with the K371 headphones. Now for the Lyra microphone. This is a hard one for me as I didn't purchase it for podcasting. I have 24+ mikes already and like anything else, each has its strengths and weaknesses. I was intrigued by the "four selectable microphone focus patterns." Lots of complaints about the construction of this mike. Not from me, mine is a massive, heavy mike and larger than I thought it would be, which I like. Having worked for 30+ years with all sorts of plastics and composite materials, I think it was constructed extremely well. Lots of metal also. I recorded one of my acoustic guitars on various settings playing/recording the same tune over and over on my music computer. It takes a bit of testing (what doesn't) to get the right sound without clipping. I then plugged the guitar directly into 192/32. The difference is pushing air at a mike as opposed to pushing electrons thru a bridge piezo mike is that air sounds better to me. Of course, I could have plugged another mike in to record the guitar but already knew what that sounded like. This mike is extremely sensitive and will pick up all background noise, including the hound in the other room. Reminds me of some 1960's era Akai mikes that I have. Sometimes you want that. For podcasting in a quiet room with other people present I think it's a winner and the setup is extremely easy - just plug it into your Windows computer or android phone. I can't vouch for the Mac experience. Frequency response appeared to be as advertised. I plan on using this outside playing guitar when I want natural sounds in the background. I plugged it into my Pixel Pro 7 and it recorded fine. Remember to unplug it on playback from your phone as your phone speakers will probably be cut off. If you have headphones plugged into the mike, you'll hear it. One of the kids has a small recording studio and has mikes placed around the room to pick up the band in addition to the individual miked instruments and voices. I think he has 24 channels active when desired. This Lyra mike might be another approach to pick up the band as a whole. Overall, purchasing these two devices separately for $125-$150 is in the same league as other headphones and mikes in this price range and ability. I paid $139 for the combo package last month and it's well worth it. If you need only one of these items, the individual price is reasonable. If you want the best price on the combo, stick it in your wish list and monitor the price. Prices can vary daily. Retired Military Aerospace and Industrial Manufacturing Engineer

The AKG Podcaster Essentials Kit has elevated my podcasting setup to a professional level. The microphone's sound quality is crisp and clear, with minimal background noise—even in a regular room with no soundproofing. Installation is quick; plug-and-play means I can go from box to recording in minutes. The bundled accessories are thoughtfully chosen—the headphones are comfortable with surprisingly deep bass, and the included cable and stand feel sturdy and reliable. What sets this bundle apart is the balance of features and cost. Getting studio-level audio, isolation, and comfort for this price is impressive. The headphones block out distractions, and the mic lets vocals shine in both live streams and pre-recorded sessions. For remote interviews, voiceovers, or music, this kit performs beyond expectations. Whether you're a beginner or upgrading, this kit ensures great results with minimal fuss. Highly recommended for solo creators and anyone looking for premium sound without breaking the bank!

I was in the process of recording an audiobook. I was using a cheap generic condenser mic, and I was spending lot of time on the editing trying to reduce unwanted sounds. I spent 2 years just to record half of the book. So It was the time to do something about it. I bought one of the popular logitech and this one because of the reviews; made several tests recording the same thing with the 3 mics and you can really hear the difference between all of them. Despite costing almost half of the logitech brand mic, this one sounds much better, obviously this and the logitech sounded much better than the generic one. Having the mute button in front is very convenient when continually recording. I could connect my Sony noise cancelling headphones directly to the mic so I can hear me speak and that helped me to hear not only my modulation but also detect any unwanted sound around. It is more than 6 months since I got it, it is always connected so it is always ON, and not a single problem or issue, it is very durable. In fact I use it on my conference calls and it is perfect that I can have the call hands free. The base is a heavy so that it can be firm with the mic. Definitely worth the small investment.

Great quality and sound. I regularly use for video conferencing but have ran through my laptop to a pa system for parties.

The AKG Lyra provides a good platform to get into recording. The feature combination I value most in its price-range and compatibility is that it has adjustable gain _and_ USB compatibility. I can record from my Android phone and my iPad anywhere, turning down the gain to deaden background noise. I’ve not noticed any hum or distortion that plague many USB mics. The stand is stable and there’s a socket so you can mount the mic to a mic boom. The USB interface can be a little clumsy in that the mic usually hijacks sound output, so you’ll want to use corded/stereo-mini headphones for playback, setup, and monitoring. The USB and headphone jacks are placed between the mic and its stand swivel restricting flexibility of the mount. The mic seems bulky to travel with, so I wish I could find a case to keep it travel-scar free.

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I was recommended to try this brand and I was very impressed with the ease of use and quality of the product. I don't like my voice at all but this mic males you sound great. Very clear and it picks up every sound so if your need is to drown out background noise I seriously recommend you soundproof your recording environment cause it picks up everything. Good product for the price!!!!

I have a few decades of audio background and this is surprisingly good for a USB microphone. This does the job for podcasts or zoom or anything else of that nature, and I notice some people use it for music but my singing does more harm than good. I bought it used and feel like I got a great deal.