HypeMiC
$349.00
USB Cardioid Microphone
Become the next podcast sensation, or advance your voiceover career with HypeMiC. Level up your dialogue recordings to be radio-ready without needing a recording engineering degree.
HypeMiC
$349
Hear the HypeMiC Difference
Create More, Edit Less
With HypeMiC’s built-in analog compressor, you can save time in the editing process, evening out the loud and quiet parts while recording.
3 Different Flavors
Setup with ease, and cycle through three different pre-tuned compressor settings at the press of a button.
Audition from Anywhere
Your next audition might come up while you are in the Bahamas, but your voiceover career doesn’t stop on vacation. Now, you can take work opportunities and still enjoy the ocean.
Pro Sound in Your Pocket
You can count on sounding professional — anytime, anywhere.
Product Details
Specifications
Highlights
Compatibility
In The Box
- Input Type: Micro USB
- Connections: Lightning, USB (Type-C), USB (Type-A)
- Length: 4.88” (124 mm)
- Width: 1.5” (38 mm)
- Depth: 1.5” (38 mm)
- Weight: 0.45 lbs (0.20 kg)
A/D Conversion and Mic Preamp
- Max SPL: 130dB (1% THD at 1kHz)
- Sensitivity: -36 dBfs (94 dB SPL. 1 kHz)
- Noise level: -108dBfs (A) at 0 dB gain
- Max gain of preamp: 46 dB
• Studio-quality analog compressor
• PureDIGITAL connection for pristine sound quality up to 24-bit/96kHz
• Premium cardioid condenser microphone capsule, which only captures sound from the front of the microphone – an ideal feature for voice and acoustic instruments
• Headphone output with Blend feature offers zero latency recording
• Premium accessories kit includes tripod, pop filter and carrying case
• No configuration required, just plug in and record with any audio app
Mac OS 10.9 or later
- Computer: Mac with Apple silicon or Intel processor
- Memory: 2 GB of RAM minimum
- Connection/power: USB port on computer
Windows 10
- Computer: Windows PC with Intel/AMD x86-64 processor
- Memory: 4 GB of RAM minimum
- Connection/power: USB port on computer
iOS 9 or later
- Connection: Lightning
- Power: From iOS device
- Made for: iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone SE (2nd gen), iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st and 2nd gen), iPad Pro 9.7-inch, iPad Air (3rd gen), iPad Air 2, iPad mini (5th gen), iPad mini 4, iPad (5th, 6th, 7th and 8th gen), iPod touch (7th gen)
• Apogee HypeMiC
• Desktop tripod
• Microphone stand adapter
• Pop filter
• Carry case
• Micro-USB to USB-C cable
• Micro-USB to USB-A cable
• Micro B-to-Lightning cable
• Quick start guide
Getting Started With HypeMiC
FAQ
Upon plugging your HypeMiC into a device, you will likely be greeted by a single blue light. This indicates that the microphone is receiving power, but is not actively being used as an audio input in your choice of recording/streaming/telecom software.
Once communication between your HypeMiC and your software is established, a single green light will come on, replacing the blue light. This indicates a happy, healthy, connection; your mic is ready to go!
Yes, you can connect it via USB into your iPhone’s lightning port.
When HypeMiC is plugged in and being used by an application as the microphone, the soft-key above the dial cycles through the 3 different monitoring blends. When the left-most LED is illuminated white, this indicates a full “direct’ monitoring signal. You’ll only hear what the microphone is picking up. Continuing to press the soft key again will cycle through the other 2 levels of blend. When the center LED is illuminated, you get a 50/50 equal blend of direct monitor from the HypeMiC signal and playback: The right-most LED illuminated white indicates full playback/software monitoring.
Testimonials
“The Apogee HypeMiC is not HYPE it’s actually really really good. I have been a guest on various podcasts and interviewed in various trade magazines. The main problem that I had encountered was the computer mics didn’t sound that good and got a lot of noise from the computer’s fans. So I had tried some external mics and most needed a pre-amp or additional equipment to buy and set up before the recordings. I had tried a few “all in one” mics that had a USB connection and can be used as a one stop shop solution but I felt that sound was not flattering. I was recommended by a friend to try out the HypeMiC and I was blown away by the quality and sound of it. The internal compressor and high quality conversion makes this mike useful for various applications ranging from acoustic instruments and vocal recordings to podcasts and anything that need high quality direct connection to the computer. I wish I had it years ago when I had done lots of those interviews with the other mics that didn’t sound as good. I even use it for Zoom and Google meetings to make sure I get heard well. ” I strongly recommend it
Maor Appelbaum
Mastering Engineer (Yes, Meatloaf, Faith No More)
“The HypeMiC has really been a game changer for actors worldwide, because it allows them to take this very high-end microphone, preamp and interface with them remotely. So whether they are working on the road, if they are at conventions, auditioning, or creating reels – we feel that the HypeMiC has been a phenomenal way for actors to be able to continue to deliver high-end performances without having to come into the studio. We have been recommending this to our students, to all the universities we are teaching at, and with all our actors coming through that are asking for recommendations on what to buy. This is a perfect supplement to their home studios because they can go on the road and not have to compromise fidelity.”
Keith Arem – PCB Productions
Creative Director & President at PCB Productions
“I fell in love with the HypeMiC, because I love how tiny it is! I travel all the time, and it comes in this case that I can stick in my suitcase. I don’t have to worry about some sort of interface – it’s literally just plug and play into my computer, and throw up Garageband or Logic. It’s just fantastic for recording things on-the-go or on-the-fly! As a singer, the HypeMiC is great because I travel a lot for different gigs, and I still have to a do different jobs on the road. Without something compact, you can’t travel around with your whole studio in a suitcase. The sound quality is incredible, so the HypeMiC is my go-to for anything – especially on the road.”
Hunter Elizabeth
Singer
