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Logitech USB Desktop Microphone (Black/Silver)

by Logitech
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (698 customer reviews)

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Product Packaging: Retail
  • Advanced digital USB
  • Noise-canceling microphone
  • Power switch
  • Adjustable microphone
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Technical Details

Product Packaging: Retail
  • Manufacturer's limited one-year warranty.

Product Details

Product Packaging: Retail
Data Sheet [39kb PDF]
  • Product Dimensions: 14 x 7.2 x 3 inches ; 13.6 ounces
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
  • ASIN: B00009EHJV
  • Item model number: 980186-0403
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (698 customer reviews)
  • Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

Product Packaging: Retail

Move up to true digital quality audio-without drivers to install or download. Includes noise-cancellation technology for better voice recognition and superior speech recording.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews
100 of 100 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars VIDEO: Audio Comparisons Review! Must WATCH! May 20, 2012
Product Packaging:Amazon Frustration-Free|Amazon Verified Purchase
Length: 2:15 Mins
Hey guys,

I figured this would help you to see the difference in audio quality between the USB Microphone, a Logitech C910 Webcam Microphone, and a built in laptop microphone.

The USB microphone is far superior. Be sure to watch the video below, and if this review was helpful, THUMBS it up so other people can see it.

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226 of 238 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars "Volumes" of praise January 27, 2006
Product Packaging:Retail|Amazon Verified Purchase
Thanks to the reviews posted here, I bought this microphone. It's awesome and I highly recommend it to other Amazon electronics consumers - especially at this price.

In addition to the sleek look-and-feel, feather-light design, on-off illuminated button (so you can keep it plugged in but not active or use as mute button while recording - see Customer Images), its best feature is the 8-foot long cord which allows amazing flexibility and range despite being anchored via the USB port to your computer. For me, that one simple design component speaks "volumes" about the overall design quality of this product.

This microphone is recommended for voice - not music - recording. But I found the music playback perfectly acceptable, especially as a background track.

The installation is as easy as plugging it into your USB port. Software is freely available via download.com and then by searching for EXPStudio Audio Editor Free 3.93, which features multiple track capabilities (background music with voice-over). Using your computer, the software and this microphone, you definitely can create your own in-house recording studio.
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156 of 164 people found the following review helpful
Product Packaging:Amazon Frustration-Free|Amazon Verified Purchase
Before purchasing a product, especially electronics, I read Amazon and technical reviews, review the manufacturer's documentation, and determine if the product will satisfy my needs.

A cursory glance at Amazon reviews of the Logitech USB microphone immediately discloses that 21% are less than favorable (1-3 star rating) - a significant number - which, prudence dictates, should be considered. The following accomplishes that end and is presented in no particular order and assumes a properly functioning microphone, i.e., it is not defective. I run Windows 7 Pro SP1 x64 in a custom machine.

1. Driver conflicts or faulty drivers. The Logitech USB microphone DOES NOT install any drivers, i.e., it relies on existing, native OS USB drivers. As a consequence, any lack of functionality, related to drivers, issues from one's configuration, which includes installed software.

2. Does not work with one's OS. As in number 1, above, this is always an issue which has its source within one's configuration, installed software, or conflicts therewith. By design, the Logitech USB microphone is simply a USB PNP device that handshakes with and operates via one's OS. On its site, Logitech lists the OSs and versions with which the microphone is compatible.

3. Have to have the microphone very close to one's mouth. This is always a function of one's sound configuration, either that found within Windows and integrated audio or related to one's sound card. This is especially true with Windows 7 whose default sound setup does not produce the best results with the USB microphone. There are ample discussions and suggested configurations of USB/sound setup on the Net related to various Windows and Linux versions pertaining to noise cancelling USB microphones.

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160 of 172 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Oh my... this thing works beautifully! October 14, 2005
By liebesy
Product Packaging:Retail
First, I had some doubts about reviews below for the performance of this mic.
I got this thing today, and my... let me apologize to reviewers below. This thing works beautifully!
I put this mic about a feet away from my mouth(bit more than a feet... right next to where I use mouse with my right hand), and spoked a few words in normal voice level(maybe a bit lower) while my air conditioner was making some noise. When I played the recording back, the voice was captured loud and clean. This mic is outstanding with reasonable price tag!
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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Stellar Performance at a Budget Price April 19, 2006
Product Packaging:Retail|Amazon Verified Purchase
I'm a bit perplexed at another review that stated the microphone does not work with Windows XP (Service Pack 2); in fact, it almost prevented me from purchasing. Nevertheless, I took a chance, and I'm glad I did. All I had to do was plug the jack in, and I was off and running.

Sound quality is best at about 6 inches away, although tone is muted a bit. I was very impressed, however, at the complete absence of background noise - despite the fact that my washer and dryer were both running, and my wife and kids were talking and watching television only a few feet away. For my weekly podcast, this is the perfect choice.

Interweb research shows the next best microphone to be in the $60-$80 price range so the $20 price makes the Logitech USB Desktop Microphone a no-brainer.

As for that Service Pack 2 issue, it's possible that the difficulty was the result of another problem (such as a conflict), or it's possible an update has rendered the problem obsolete. In any case, mine worked right out of the box. Highly recommended.
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40 of 40 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Voice recognition August 11, 2005
By Alvin
Product Packaging:Retail
This microphone is being used with Dragon Naturally Speaking Medical Version. It has excellent voice recognition qualities. I needed to get the microphone off my head and get away from the wire. It has a pause button that lets Dragon continue working while you talk or think.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars Was working ...
This seemed to be working just fine. The sound quality was good. We used it mostly for Skype conversations and online interactive courses. Read more
Published 26 days ago by mumto4boys
5.0 out of 5 stars It Serves its Purpose Well
Had this for three years, and it is still performing great on my computer. I used this to communicate on TeamSpeak/Ventrillo when playing Star Wars:The Old Republic with my guild... Read more
Published 26 days ago by Phil
5.0 out of 5 stars Best USB Mic
Expensive but VERY good at voice recognition. Do not know if a regular line input mic would be the same but I like this one.
Published 1 month ago by Jonathon Jay Powers
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice microphone
Not only does this mic work very well it's also attractive and it doesn't take up much desk space.
Adjusting it was easy and I've been using it quite a bit. Read more
Published 1 month ago by joetagaz
5.0 out of 5 stars Micrphone
I needed this for class and it really fit the bill. Very easy installation and quality was just what I was looking for.
Published 1 month ago by Aurilla J Johnston
5.0 out of 5 stars Works great
I use this for skype out in my shop. This works great and is easy to install. I have had no problems with it and have had it for several years.
Published 1 month ago by TMCLEN
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 X 5
This microphone is absurdly good for how much money it costs. I mostly use is for gaming and Skype. My teammates can hear me loud and clear.
Published 1 month ago by a single white female
3.0 out of 5 stars Poor Bend-ability
While the recording quality of this microphone is great, the microphone piece is too loose from the base of the device, making it difficult-to-impossible to position it at a... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Z. Mallett
3.0 out of 5 stars Effective Voice Tool
I bought this microphone upon a recommendation
and it does the job for one person.
It would be nice to have the option
to use a microphone to record
people in... Read more
Published 1 month ago by christine boyer
3.0 out of 5 stars Not that great
Bought this mic a while back as my first ever computer mic, not so good if you're soft spoken. It would either not pick up my voice at all, or pick up every sound in my room (and... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Stefanie
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