HyperX QuadCast
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Shure SM58
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Category | Features | HyperX QuadCast | Shure SM58 |
---|---|---|---|
DESIGN | is dynamic type of microphone | ✗ | ✓ |
is condenser type of microphone | ✓ | ✗ | |
has usb connection | ✓ | ✗ | |
has xlr connection | ✗ | ✓ | |
comes with a shock mount | ✓ | ✓ | |
comes with a pop filter | ✓ | ✓ | |
FEATURES | has cardioid pattern | ✓ | ✓ |
has omnidirectional pattern | ✓ | ✗ | |
has bidirectional pattern | ✓ | ✗ | |
lowest frequency | 20Hz | 50Hz | |
highest frequency | 20,000Hz | 15,000Hz | |
microphone sensitivity | 15.9mV/Pa | 1.6mV/Pa | |
EXTRAS | has rgb lighting | ✓ | ✗ |
can tap to mute | ✓ | ✗ | |
headphone output | ✓ | ✗ | |
compatible devices | PS4, PC, and Mac. | Personal Computer. | |
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The Shure SM58 being dynamic functions relatively simple like a speaker in reverse, inside lines of flux from the magnet is a small coil of wire, that is attached to a diaphragm which moves with the changing sound pressure. The coil converts the movement into an electrical signal that can be recorded.
The HyperX QuadCast is a condenser mic that works by using capacitor plates instead of a coil and magnets. One metal plate, known as the backplate is fixed, and the other known as the diaphragm is movable, the distance between the two plates adjusts when sound waves hit the diaphragm which produces capacitance
HyperX QuadCast is a USB microphone, such microphones are convenient and easy to use they are also typically cheaper, and portable. USB mics are great for creating voiceovers.
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HyperX QuadCast comes with a shock mount, most condenser microphones come with a shock mount, which is circular and uses an elastic suspension that helps reduce vibrations transferred by any contact surfaces that have equipment that can cause audio interference.
Both Shure SM58 and HyperX QuadCast, come with shock mounts, for any studio style microphones regardless of type, should have a shock mount for better possible recording. However, handheld dynamic mics generally don’t need an extra shock mount, as they have one built-in.
HyperX QuadCast comes with a pop filter, this filter is a great tool for upping your audio. A pop filter diffuses the pressure of the air coming from certain vocal sounds, such as, sibilants (s sounds). Thus capturing a cleaner recording without those ear-piercing exaggerations.
Like the HyperX QuadCast, Shure SM58 also comes with a pop filter, commonly condenser microphones do not have built-in pop filters like most dynamic microphones.
HyperX QuadCast uses the cardioid polar pattern, microphones that use this pattern have a wide on-axis reception area and max rejection at 180° off-axis. To further explain, this pattern is more directional and sensitive to the front of the microphone in the on-axis position, and reduces in sensitivity in the sides and a zero point in the rear of the mic.
Both Shure SM58 and HyperX QuadCast use the cardioid polar pattern, a 1:1 combination of the Omnidirectional & Bidirectional. The combination creates a heart-like pattern when plotted on a 360-degree sphere.
HyperX QuadCast uses the omnidirectional polar pattern, which can receive sound from all sides. Omni microphones are equally sensitive to sound arriving from all angles. You don't need to position them in any particular direction to record the source of the sound
Known as a figure-of-eight polar pattern, HyperX QuadCast uses a bidirectional polar pattern which is unique in having 2 angles of max sensitivity and two angles of min sensitivity. Like omni mics, these mics produce an open and natural sound.
HyperX QuadCast has its lowest frequency at 20Hz, a microphone with a low frequency below 30Hz is good for snares, and toms, or if you're looking for a bass drum mic.
Shure SM58's lowest frequency is at 50Hz, this means that
HyperX QuadCast got a lower frequency than the Shure SM58
HyperX QuadCast's upper limiting frequency is 20,000Hz, which implies that sound waves at a frequency above 20,000Hz won't be captured. In an ideal situation, a mic's frequency response should be a one-to-one reproduction, in reality, some vibrations are lost along the way and some of the information doesn't make it to the final recording.
Shure SM58's highest frequency is at 15,000Hz, this means that
HyperX QuadCast got a higher frequency than the Shure SM58
HyperX QuadCast's sensitivity is measured at 15.9mV/Pa, this tells you what the electrical output of a microphone will be for a given acoustic input. The higher the number, the more sensitive the microphone is.
The Shure SM58's sensitivity is 1.6mV/Pa, which means that
HyperX QuadCast got a higher sensitivity meaning it "picks up" quieter sounds than Shure SM58,
microphone sensitivity is measurement of it's efficiency as a transducer i.e. how well it converts acoustical energy to electrical energy.
HyperX QuadCast has RGB lighting, there is not much really to add to your recording but primarily for style purposes, adding visual flair to the microphone itself.
HyperX QuadCast has the tap-to-mute feature which allows you to quickly mute the mic by touching a marked area of the microphone. This is advantageous in situations where you want to have another conversation say with someone in the room that doesn't need to be transmitted.
HyperX QuadCast includes a headphone output, this feature enables you to directly monitor the audio quality captured by the mic in real-time, with no delay. This is useful in broadcasting, and live performance scenarios where immediate audio feedback is key.
HyperX QuadCast is compatible with PS4, PC, and Mac.
Shure SM58 can work well with Personal Computer..