A microphone is probably the most important tool in your arsenal. It’s the primary way you’ll be communicating with your audience. It’s essential to make sure you’re heard clearly and that you sound as good as possible.
With this being said, the all-new Razer Seiren X is your first step towards professional streaming and gaming. It’s a USB microphone designed for both streamers and gamers alike. In the following, we’ll be discussing everything you need to know about this gaming microphone from Razer.
Overview
It’s got a cardioid pattern that picks up sound directly in front of it and not behind, which means it’s perfect for podcasters and Twitch streamers who need to be heard loud and clear. There’s also a built-in shock mount, so any knocks on your desk or table won’t get picked up by the mic.
This mic is incredibly popular among streamers because it doesn’t need an external preamp like other mics do - which means less money spent on equipment.
It also has zero-latency monitoring via headphones plugged into its 3.5mm jack port (also known as “zero-latency”). The Razer Seiren X is available now for $100/£100, making it one of the more affordable good-quality microphones on the market. It comes in black or white, though we’re unsure if this changes between countries.
This is one of the few streaming mics that work with both PC and PS4, so you don’t need to worry about which platform you’re using or your audience. Just plug the mic into the console via USB and get started with your streaming. It works with PS4 Slim and Pro models.
Design
This mic is small and compact. It’s just under 8 inches tall and weighs about one pound (0.4kg). That makes it easy to fit into tight spaces and take with you when you travel. However, you can also buy Razer’s optional $40 Razer headset stand if you want something that matches the rest of your setup.
The simple design looks great anywhere — from your home office setup to a professional studio. The mic has a built-in shock mount, which can reduce the vibrations from your desk and make your recordings sound clearer. On either side of the mic are two buttons — one for muting the mic and another for adjusting the gain.
On top of the mic is a knob for adjusting the headphone volume level. This condenser mic is compatible with the company’s Razer Synapse software. The Razer Seiren X also features a zero-latency headphone output so you can hear yourself as you record in real-time.
The Razer Seiren X is compatible with Windows 10, 8, 7, and Mac OS 10.9 or higher. So in short, the Razer Seiren X is best suited for people who are recording themselves speaking on their own — i.e., streamers or podcasters — rather than a band or ensemble that needs to be recorded at once.
Conclusion
This gaming microphone from Razer, the Seiren X, is a well-built, feature-packed USB microphone that offers excellent sound quality for Twitch streamers and podcasters alike. For a compact design with the great build quality, an easy-to-use software interface, and good sound quality with minimal background noise.