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HyperX SoloCast USB Condenser Microphone
£44.88
The HyperX SoloCast — plug-and-play USB condenser microphone for streaming, gaming, podcasting and content creation. Cardioid polar pattern for focused voice capture. 24-bit/96kHz recording quality. Tap-to-mute sensor with LED status indicator. Compatible with PC, PS4, PS5 and Mac. Discord and TeamSpeak certified. Flexible stand with 3/8″ and 5/8″ boom arm threading. No drivers required.
- ✓ 24-bit/96kHz condenser capsule — studio-grade voice quality
- ✓ Tap-to-mute sensor with LED indicator — instant on-screen mute status
- ✓ Cardioid polar pattern — captures voice, rejects background noise
- ✓ Plug-and-play USB — no drivers, works on PC, PS4, PS5 and Mac
In stock
| Delivery | 4-6 working days • Fully tracked |
| Returns | 30 Days Free |
| Warranty | 12 Months |
| Payment | Airwallex • PayPal • Klarna |
The HyperX SoloCast USB Condenser Microphone is a no-compromise USB condenser microphone built around two decisions: it should sound noticeably better than a headset mic, and it should require nothing from the user beyond plugging in a cable. Plug it into any PC, PS4, PS5 or Mac and it is immediately recognised as an audio device — no drivers, no software installation required to get started. The condenser capsule captures 24-bit/96kHz audio, which in practice means clean, present voice recordings with the warmth and detail that headset microphones cannot produce. The cardioid polar pattern is directional: it focuses on whatever is placed in front of it and rejects sound arriving from the sides and rear — keyboard noise, room echo and background conversation stay out of the recording. The tap-to-mute sensor on top of the mic cuts the audio instantly with a single touch, and the LED indicator changes state so you can see at a glance whether you are live or muted — essential during streams and calls where a verbal confirmation is not always practical. The adjustable stand swivels to reach awkward positions on a desk, and the built-in 3/8″ and 5/8″ threaded mount means it drops directly onto most boom arms without an adapter. HyperX NGENUITY software unlocks firmware updates and volume adjustment for users who want deeper control. Discord and TeamSpeak certified, and works with OBS, Streamlabs OBS and XSplit out of the box.
24-bit / 96kHz
Condenser Quality — A Step Above Headset Mics
A condenser capsule responds faster to transient sounds than the dynamic elements used in most headset microphones, producing voice recordings with more detail, natural presence and dynamic range. 24-bit depth means the microphone can capture 16 million distinct amplitude levels rather than the 65,536 of standard 16-bit audio — the difference is audible as cleaner, more natural vocal character. 96kHz sample rate captures frequencies up to 48kHz, well beyond the human hearing range, giving audio software more headroom for processing without artefacts. In practical streaming and podcast terms: voices recorded through the SoloCast sound fuller and clearer than headset mic output, which matters when viewers or listeners are comparing production quality across different creators.
Cardioid Pattern + Tap-to-Mute
Focused Voice — Instant Live Mute Control
The cardioid polar pattern is the standard choice for single-person use. It is most sensitive directly in front of the capsule and progressively rejects sound from the sides and rear. This means keyboard clicks, mouse sounds, room reflections and off-axis conversations are naturally attenuated in the recording — without needing any noise gate or software processing. The tap-to-mute sensor is a physical capacitive touch pad on the top of the microphone body. One tap mutes; one tap unmutes. The LED indicator changes colour immediately so there is no ambiguity about whether you are broadcasting. For streamers who need to mute quickly between games, for podcast guests who need to step away mid-recording, and for anyone on a call who doesn’t want to find the mute button in software, this is a meaningful quality-of-life feature.
Plug-and-Play · Flexible Mount
Zero Setup · Boom Arm Ready
USB plug-and-play means Windows, macOS and PlayStation systems recognise the SoloCast as a standard audio device instantly — no drivers, no control panel setup, no codec to install. The 2-metre USB-C to USB-A cable provides enough reach for desktop setups without cable management issues. The flexible stand swivels to position the mic correctly regardless of desk layout. The built-in mount has both 3/8-inch and 5/8-inch threading — the two standard thread sizes used on virtually all third-party boom arms and mic stands — so the SoloCast can be removed from the desk stand and mounted directly on any aftermarket boom arm without requiring an adapter. HyperX NGENUITY software (optional, Windows) adds volume control and firmware updates for 24-bit/96kHz mode.
Great choice if you…
✔ Stream on Twitch, YouTube or Kick and want better audio than a headset mic
✔ Podcast, record voiceover or create content solo
✔ Use Discord, TeamSpeak or any voice chat platform
✔ Want plug-and-play simplicity on PC, PS4, PS5 or Mac
✔ Plan to mount on a boom arm in the future
Consider something else if…
✖ You use an Xbox — the SoloCast is not compatible with Xbox consoles
✖ You need multiple polar patterns — see HyperX QuadCast for omni/stereo options
✖ You need an XLR connection for an audio interface — this is USB only
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Model | HyperX SoloCast |
| Capsule Type | Condenser (electret) |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Sample Rate / Bit Depth | Up to 96kHz / 24-bit |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz – 20,000Hz |
| Sensitivity | -6dBFS (at 1kHz, 1Pa) |
| Connection | USB-C (mic) to USB-A (host) · 2m cable |
| Mount Threading | 3/8-inch and 5/8-inch (standard boom arm compatible) |
| Compatibility | PC (Windows 7+) · macOS · PS4 · PS5 (no Xbox) |
| Software | HyperX NGENUITY (optional, Windows) |
| Weight | 261g (with stand) |
| Warranty | 2 Years (HyperX) |
Box Contents
Certified / Compatible With
Condition
Brand New — Retail Packaging
Warranty
2 Years HyperX
Delivery
4–5 Working Days · Fully Tracked
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| Weight | 1.2 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 25 × 5 cm |
| Brand Name | Kingston |
| Style | Tabletop |
| Transducer | Electret Microphone |
| Use | Pro Studio |
| Certification | CE |
| Set Type | Single Microphone |
| Origin | CN(Origin) |
| Polar Patterns | Bi-directional/Figure-8 |
| Communication | Wired |
| Package | Yes |
| Element | Electret condenser microphone |
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