MiC 96k Reviews

Astonishing Simplicity, Phenomenal Quality

“I have a great home recording setup with very nice pres, converters, mics, etc. And the Apogee MiC is never going to match the quality of my full rig. But for years I have been frustrated at not having a simple-to-use, decent-sound-quality setup for creative purposes (laying down scratch tracks, song writing ideas, etc.) Enter the MiC. A good creative tool, at the very least, needs to get out of the way of the process, if not enhance it. It needs to be invisible or elevate without adding complication. It needs to be immediately accessible in any circumstance. The MiC is just this very thing, and I am extraordinarily pleased with the results. This is a beautiful product, and it yields beautiful results with astonishing ease. It simplifies my workflow and enhances the outcome. Everyone who uses their phone as a part of their songwriting kit should own one of these. It’s that good.”

From Sweetwater

So simple

“After years of attaching the mic to the mic power box to the pre amp to the computer, it feels like cheating that this mic setup is so simple. Plug and play! Great sensitivity, great price. I’m really happy with this mic.”

From Sweetwater

I like MiC

“I’m not a microphone expert by any means, and as with most things musical it’s largely subjective anyway, but I thought MiC did a fantastic job recording my acoustic guitar.”

Rumpelstilzchen
Amazon

What else do you need?

“So far I’ve used this to record my classical guitar while I work on various style of African guitar playing. I use Garageband on my iPhone and MiC works great it. (and every other recording app) I’ve also used it to do some simple field recording of my band playing- also works well!The gain dial is simple to adjust. Just crank it up and then slowly dial it back until you stop seeing red.It’s compact but well built and sturdy.”

Quiddle from Cleveland, OH
B & H

Great mic on the go

“The audio quality sounds very good. Especially for voice auditions. Very happy with the mic and how easy it is to use.”

Seankenin from New York, NY
B & H

Solid little mic

“I don’t think there’s currently another usb mic on the market that can touch this one.”

Steve from Seattle, WA
B & H

Amazing

“This Mic turns iPad/Garageband one step closer to a serious studio quality 8 track”

Chaz Siu from San Francisco, CA
From Sweetwater

Apogee MiC is a must have

“By all means get this mic. You won’t be sorry.”

Jim A. from NC
From Sweetwater

MiC is Amazing

“This mic is just a necessary tool if you have a iPhone or iPad or Touch or Mac. All you need is your device, cable plug in and run your app and you will get excellent results to record your music or voice. I used it to record my Flamenco guitar and it sounded great. If you have two pockets and a apple product and Mic you have a small mobile studio to capture sound. Amazingly small excellent set up. Go get one you will not be disappointed.”

Victor Tarassov from Princeton
From Sweetwater

For a cheapskate, absolutely no buyer’s remorse

“This is absolutely the best portable recording solution I’ve found. I bought it for doing voice over auditions at home. The sound is so warm and crystal clear. My favorite thing is being able to record on my iPad without having to worry about isolating a computer fan. It’s triple the quality and performance than using my PC and any other USB mic or interface and studio mic.”

DUSTIN A from MOUNT JULIET
From Apple

Best mic for iPad, hands down

“If you are looking for an easy to use, great sounding microphone for the iPad, you cannot do better than this. Plug and play, no camera connection kit needed, made specially for GarageBand but works with everything I throw at it. Great sound (no noise!) and the latency is so low you don’t really need an on board headphone jack.”

Jimmy from Chapel Hill, NC
From Sweetwater

$200 worth of GOLD!

“Don’t let the size fool you, Apogee interfaces are startlingly clear and pristine, and so is this microphone. If you have too much noise in your recordings, try turning off your refrigerator. This, with an iPad or iPhone, is the quietest portable microphone set-up I have ever used. And it is built like a classic piece of audio gear. Tiny, but beefy, with no visible garbage materials in the construction.”

Christopher C from Vancouver
From Apple

Great USB microphone

“This is the best microphone I have ever used, USB or not. The quality is so good you almost can’t tell that you are listening to a recording. The computer recognized it immediately and I did not have to install a driver. I might even get a second one to record in stereo.”

Alex from Winston-Salem

From Sweetwater

Radioworld – Apogee MiC 96k Review

August 1, 2014

"Here’s the quick read: If you are in radio and you have a Mac computer, iPad or iPhone, get one of these now."

Technology Tell – Apogee MiC 96k Review

July 31, 2014

"If you’re looking to upgrade your podcasting mic and/or want the ability to record on the go with an iOS device, the Apogee MiC is a great investment."

Audiofanzine – Apogee MiC Review

July 1, 2014

"Apogee's MiC has a nice look and a good manufacturing quality. It's self-powered, plug 'n' play, small and easily transportable... Almost perfect!"

Electronic Musician – USB Mic Roundup featuring Apogee MiC

January 21, 2014

"This a wonderful-sounding little mic. Because of its simple, hassle-free, plug-in-and-go compatibility with Macs and iOS devices, MiC is a great choice for GarageBand users, or anyone who wants to improve their iOS device’s audio-capture capabilities, regardless of the Core Audio application you’re using. Due to its small size, MiC also makes a fine traveling companion, and is very well-suited to the demands of mobile recording—while being compact enough to be a no-brainer to carry it around for when you need it."

ProAudio Review – USB Microphones featuring Apogee MiC

January 21, 2014

“As we set up and tried out different mics, this was the first one that made me smile. The Apogee was clear and bright and not overdriven, thanks to the gain pot. I was impressed at how it handled the high SPLs”

Acoustic Guitar – Apogee MiC Review

January 21, 2014

"Combining a MiC and an iPhone or iPad can easily change your perspective on recording. The MiC fits in your pocket or a guitar case’s accessory compartment when stored in its optional carrying bag. You can pull your phone and MiC out of your pocket and start recording in seconds anywhere, any time the mood strikes you, with surprisingly good sound quality. The MiC should especially appeal to those who want a portable recording solution, and it would also be a great addition to a practice setup at home. But it’s also an easy-to-use, inexpensive, and foolproof way to take the first steps toward a home studio."

Sound on Sound – Apogee MiC Review

January 21, 2014

"Apogee's MiC would make a good podcast mic, and delivers surprisingly good sound quality for recording acoustic instruments too - you could certainly make a fairly decent demo using just a MiC and an iPad."

Recording Magazine – Pocket-sized interfaces with Apogee power

January 21, 2014

"The guitar’s sound was faithfully reproduced. I was especially impressed with the third track; it seems like MiC really liked the sweet sound of a softly fingerpicked figure."

Geekbeat TV – Apogee MiC Review

January 21, 2014

"Because it’s so small and portable, I can take it anywhere. Just throw it in a backpack and go. Apogee includes a tripod with the Mic and because it works with any recorder application, all you need to do is plug in, record on your favorite app and become a star."

Wired (Geek Mom) – The Apogee MiC: Great for a GeekMom On The Go

January 21, 2014

"I can’t believe I am putting this in writing and out into the world… but I have been plugging [Apogee MiC] into my iPad, going into my clothes closet, closing the door, and recording in there! The clothes make it a naturally soundproofed room, and the recordings sound even more amazing."

Rolling Stone – Apogee MiC Review

January 21, 2014

“With an old-school look, this studio-quality condenser mic connects directly into your iPad or iPhone (they also work with Macs and some PCs) – just plug in and you can record on GarageBand within seconds. With 24-bit analog-to-digital conversion, the sound is crisp – perfect for both on-the-go acoustic demos or podcasts."

The Wall Street Journal – Apogee MiC – Loud and Clear

January 21, 2014

"Whether you aspire to be the next Adele or just want to record the best-sounding depositions in your law firm, Apogee's new MiC makes the process of laying down high-fidelity audio tracks on your iPad, iPhone or Mac computer nearly foolproof."

Wired (Geek Dad) – Apogee MiC Is an Indispensable Tool for the Mobile Musician

January 21, 2014

"... MiC by Apogee is a diminutive condenser microphone that is dead simple to operate yet captures highly detailed sound. ... I was first surprised by the MiC’s heft; its all metal construction immediately strikes you as a well manufactured and high-end product... Whether you’re writing music, shooting movies or capturing sound, Apogee’s latest offering has so many uses for producing content that it may be your next best accessory."

Attack of the Show – Apogee MiC and JAM Review

January 21, 2014

"The quality of the microphone is unbelievable, it blew me away. It picks up exactly what you want... It’s fantastic whether you’re doing a spoken word (like a podcast) or an acoustic guitar, it’s really top notch."

Harmony Central – Apogee Digital MiC Review

January 20, 2014

"MiC needn’t make any excuses for build quality, sound quality, or appropriateness for iOS devices and Mac"

ProSound – Apogee’s No-Fuss Preamp MiC Lauded for Versatility & Sound Quality

January 20, 2014

"Since making its market debut at the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) earlier this year, the cardioid condenser device has been proven to pack walloping punches in terms of loud, clear audio. Lauded also for its portability, the MiC allows consumers to easily build tracks through iPad apps such as GarageBand or through iProRecorder when using iPhones."

Guitar Salon International – Apogee MiC Review

January 20, 2014

"Most mic’s (if not all) that work with iPod/iPad/iPhone only work with those devices, and not as a USB mic that’ll interface with your computer as well, so it’s pretty handy that Apogee’s ‘Mic’ does both, as there are times you’ll want to use Garage Band or some other DAW on your laptop, even though recording apps for the iPhone are starting to have more and more features. The ability to turn your iPhone into a full -blown high-quality field recorder is kind of a game changer, though, and what sets the ‘Mic’ apart at the end of the day is the sound quality."

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