--- product_id: 291386 title: "CAD Audio USB U1 Dynamic Recording Microphone" brand: "cad audio" price: "10038 kr" currency: ISK in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Cad Audio" url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/291386-cad-audio-usb-u1-dynamic-recording-microphone store_origin: IS region: Iceland --- # Instant mute on/off switch Plug & play USB connectivity Dynamic vocal & instrument clarity CAD Audio USB U1 Dynamic Recording Microphone **Brand:** cad audio **Price:** 10038 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Elevate your voice, own your space — record like a pro, anywhere. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** CAD Audio USB U1 Dynamic Recording Microphone by cad audio - **How much does it cost?** 10038 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/291386-cad-audio-usb-u1-dynamic-recording-microphone) ## Best For - cad audio enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cad audio brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built-In Pop Filter:** Say goodbye to distracting P-pops and breath sounds with the integrated pop filter. - • **Effortless Plug & Play:** No drivers needed—just USB connect and start creating your podcast, voiceover, or music instantly. - • **Flexible Setup Included:** Comes with a 10-foot USB cable and adjustable desktop stand for perfect positioning anywhere. - • **Crystal-Clear Focused Sound:** Cardioid pattern isolates your voice, cutting out background noise for pro-level recordings. - • **Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with Windows and Mac OS, making it the versatile choice for every creative pro. ## Overview The CAD Audio USB U1 is a dynamic cardioid microphone designed for vocals and instruments, featuring a smooth extended frequency response and built-in pop filter. It offers plug-and-play USB connectivity compatible with Windows and Mac, includes a 10-foot cable and desktop stand, plus an on/off mute switch for instant control—perfect for podcasting, streaming, and professional desktop recording. ## Description Product Description The CAD U1 USB Recording Microphone makes recording vocals or instruments to your computer a plug and play operation. This dynamic microphone features a cardioid pick-up pattern and a smooth, extended frequency response. A built-in popfilter takes care of those annoying P-popping sounds. Perfect for podcasting, the U1 also includes an on/off switch, 10 foot USB cable and a desktop microphone stand. CAD U1 USB Microphone Features Dynamic microphone element designed for vocals and instruments Cardioid pick-up pattern isolates the main sound source and minimizes background noise Smooth, extended frequency response is excellent for singing, speech and instruments Built in pop filter minimizes P-popping On-Off switch for instant mute Ten-foot USB cable for flexible mic placement Desktop mic stand included Windows and Macintosh compatible From the Manufacturer Offering excellent quality at an affordable price, the CAD Audio U1 records directly to your computer via USB and is a great choice for both vocal and instruments as well as for creating podcasts and voiceovers for videos. Compatible with both Windows and Mac OS operating systems, you can simply plug the U1 into your PC and start recording. Features a cardioid pick-up pattern and smooth, extended frequency response. View largerThis dynamic microphone features a cardioid pick-up pattern and a smooth, extended frequency response. A built-in pop filter takes care of annoying popping sounds. The U1 also includes an on/off switch, 10-foot USB cable, and a desktop microphone stand.Record Directly to Your ComputerThe U1 microphone is ideal for everything from studio vocals, to speech, instruments, podcasts, and desktop recording. The dynamic microphone element is designed for vocals and instruments, with a cardioid pick-up pattern that isolates the main sound source and minimizes background noise, highlighting the performance. The U1's smooth, extended frequency response is excellent for singing, speech, and instruments.USB Plug and PlayThe CAD U1 USB Recording Microphone makes recording vocals or instruments to your computer a plug and play operation. The U1 is Windows and Macintosh compatible, with no software to install--simply plug it into any available USB port, select it as your input in your software settings, and you're ready to create your own audio.Great for PodcastsThe wide frequency response and focused pickup pattern are ideal for desktop recording, particularly podcasts. Use the U1 microphone to podcast over the Internet, create your own audio for video, or record your own songs. Simply plug in and start recording.About CAD AudioCAD Audio celebrates its 80 year heritage of world class products designed to satisfy the Studio, Live and Installed sound customer. CAD Audio sprung from its Conneaut Ohio roots and continues its operations in Solon Ohio delivering exceptional audio reproduction with the legendary performance and durability you expect. Recent introductions of the StagePass and GXL Wireless along with the acclaimed Sessions series of headphones has established new categories of excellence for CAD Audio. Review: One AWESOME Mic! - I wanted a better microphone for my online tutorials, but I didn't want to spend a whole lot. I give tips and ideas to those who cannot afford much, so while shopping around on desertcart, I came across this mic. The description said it was professional, so I thought I'd give it a try. When it arrived, I was pleased at the appearance, and even the weight! I looked and felt like a higher-end professional microphone! I couldn't wait to start using it. My excitement however was short lived, because after my first recording, I heard more buzzing, whining, and even thumping sounds, more than my voice. I re-read the instructions that came with the mic, and even checked online for a solution, all of which did me no good. When I finally found the time to check my settings, and do a few additional things, I can get excited again, as I seemed to have gotten rid of most of the bad sounds. A few of the things I needed to do was to turn off my desk lamp and desktop speakers, as they caused an interference. For Windows 7, I also found that in Control Panel, go to Hardware and Sound, then left-click on C-Media USB Audio device, then on Sound settings. Then click on the Recording tab, then on Microphone C-media Audio device to highlight that, then on properties. Choose the Levels tab, and the best ranges are from 60 to 70 and nothing beyond. Then choose the advanced tab, and instead of CD quality, choose DVD quality. Then in the Custom tab, the box next to AGC is checked by default, so click on that to uncheck the box, then select Apply and ok. Then if you have a desktop and/or speakers, turn those off, and everything should be fine! I was really surprised by not only the quality, but the price! Awesome microphone, at an awesome price, and more than excellent for beginner's on a budget. Another product that I will highly recommend on my website to my viewers!!! Addition, I do recommend a pack of those windscreen foam covers! Review: Best bang for the buck - So a bit of back story. I'm a drummer and was in need of something to get a decent to good room recording. Where I have my kit set up at home, I don't have the means to do a proper studio mic set up. Nor the mixers, programs, so on needed for such. So I started looking into USB microphones. Something to simply record the audio along with video. My band is writing new songs and I wanted an easy way to lay down ideas to see what works best before we meet back up. I have known of CAD microphones for numerous years, so they seemed like a solid choice as it's a name that has been in the game and known for quality affordable gear. I have to say that this really went beyond what I expected. I'm going to invest in another for the other side of the room for a fuller recording, but wow. At no point was it overwhelmed by any drums or cymbals. Picked up every drum clearly and did exactly what I needed. No, I didn't get the highest end recording I could get if I invested serious funds. But I got more than enough. It's a simple just plug it in and turn it on so anyone can do it. If you want a way to record yourself at home be it drums, guitar, so on, and you don't have funds for a home studio. This is a viable option. ## Features - Dynamic microphone element designed for vocals and instruments - Cardioid pick-up pattern isolates the main sound source and minimizes background noise - Smooth, extended frequency response is excellent for singing, speech and instruments - Built in pop filter minimizes "P-popping" - On-Off switch for instant mute ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000ULQTE0 | | Antenna Location | Singing, Voice Recording, Video Recording, Speech, Video Conference | | Best Sellers Rank | #26,010 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #102 in Multipurpose Dynamic Microphones | | Brand | CAD Audio | | Built-In Media | usb_cable | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Headphone, Personal Computer | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Connector Type | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (1,220) | | Enclosure Material | Stainless steel, manganese, aluminum | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00631922103649, 00999991519809 | | Hardware Platform | PC | | Item Dimensions | 9.2 x 4.5 x 12 inches | | Item Type Name | USB Microphone | | Item Weight | 1.2 Pounds | | Manufacturer | CAD Microphones | | Mfr Part Number | U1 | | Microphone Form Factor | Microphone Only | | Model Name | CAD U1 USB Dynamic Recording Microphone | | Model Number | AMS-U1 | | Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. | | Number of Channels | 1 | | Polar Pattern | Unidirectional | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 60 dB | | Special Feature | The CAD U1 USB Recording Microphone makes recording vocals or instruments to your computer a plug and play operation. This dynamic microphone features a cardioid pick-up pattern and a smooth, extended frequency response. A built-in popfilter takes care of those annoying P-popping sounds. Perfect for podcasting, the U1 also includes an on/off switch, 10 foot USB cable and a desktop microphone stand… | | UPC | 999991519809 797749897427 796793865369 631922103649 962327372799 | | Unit Count | 1.00 Count | | Warranty Description | 2 year parts and labor. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** CAD Audio - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** Headphone, Personal Computer - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Connector Type:** USB - **Included Components:** usb_cable - **Model Name:** CAD U1 USB Dynamic Recording Microphone - **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Singing, Voice Recording, Video Recording, Speech, Video Conference ## Images ![CAD Audio USB U1 Dynamic Recording Microphone - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51EHGL0YxfL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One AWESOME Mic! *by C***S on April 19, 2014* I wanted a better microphone for my online tutorials, but I didn't want to spend a whole lot. I give tips and ideas to those who cannot afford much, so while shopping around on Amazon, I came across this mic. The description said it was professional, so I thought I'd give it a try. When it arrived, I was pleased at the appearance, and even the weight! I looked and felt like a higher-end professional microphone! I couldn't wait to start using it. My excitement however was short lived, because after my first recording, I heard more buzzing, whining, and even thumping sounds, more than my voice. I re-read the instructions that came with the mic, and even checked online for a solution, all of which did me no good. When I finally found the time to check my settings, and do a few additional things, I can get excited again, as I seemed to have gotten rid of most of the bad sounds. A few of the things I needed to do was to turn off my desk lamp and desktop speakers, as they caused an interference. For Windows 7, I also found that in Control Panel, go to Hardware and Sound, then left-click on C-Media USB Audio device, then on Sound settings. Then click on the Recording tab, then on Microphone C-media Audio device to highlight that, then on properties. Choose the Levels tab, and the best ranges are from 60 to 70 and nothing beyond. Then choose the advanced tab, and instead of CD quality, choose DVD quality. Then in the Custom tab, the box next to AGC is checked by default, so click on that to uncheck the box, then select Apply and ok. Then if you have a desktop and/or speakers, turn those off, and everything should be fine! I was really surprised by not only the quality, but the price! Awesome microphone, at an awesome price, and more than excellent for beginner's on a budget. Another product that I will highly recommend on my website to my viewers!!! Addition, I do recommend a pack of those windscreen foam covers! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best bang for the buck *by J***P on November 30, 2024* So a bit of back story. I'm a drummer and was in need of something to get a decent to good room recording. Where I have my kit set up at home, I don't have the means to do a proper studio mic set up. Nor the mixers, programs, so on needed for such. So I started looking into USB microphones. Something to simply record the audio along with video. My band is writing new songs and I wanted an easy way to lay down ideas to see what works best before we meet back up. I have known of CAD microphones for numerous years, so they seemed like a solid choice as it's a name that has been in the game and known for quality affordable gear. I have to say that this really went beyond what I expected. I'm going to invest in another for the other side of the room for a fuller recording, but wow. At no point was it overwhelmed by any drums or cymbals. Picked up every drum clearly and did exactly what I needed. No, I didn't get the highest end recording I could get if I invested serious funds. But I got more than enough. It's a simple just plug it in and turn it on so anyone can do it. If you want a way to record yourself at home be it drums, guitar, so on, and you don't have funds for a home studio. This is a viable option. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ White Noise At Full Input Volume - Details on how I got around it below *by D***N on January 21, 2015* REVIEW EDIT: So I had ordered a NEEWER Microphone Suspension Boom Scissor Arm Stand , and used it with this mic. It allowed the microphone to sit closer to my face, which in turn, has allowed me to use the microphone with a volume input of about 40 in the Windows microphone settings. This reduction in input volume makes the noise a LOT lower than when the input is at full volume. It makes it so the white noise problem has faded out, and is barely noticeable. The sound quality is still superb, so I'll give it 4 stars, since I had to spend a total of $45 to get the mic and stand to get it closer. If you already have a mic stand that can get it within 6 inches of your face, then I recommend this microphone. If you have nothing, and are looking at finding a microphone, I'd suggest looking elsewhere first. This microphone is still spectacular except for the white noise issue. Also, I've been talking with CAD support about this over the past week, and they have been very polite and quick to respond. Even after I specified that I wasn't looking to get a replacement, or trying to get anything for free, they still offered to trade me up to a U37 if I pay shipping costs (still debating whether I want to). I definitely give a 5-star rating to the customer support at CAD, and will definitely look to purchasing their products in the future should the need arise. ============================== (ORIGINAL REVIEW BELOW) ============================== (I bought the Black Edition - CAD u4F model, not the original CAD U1 mic) This microphone is a great microphone with one condition: Assuming you can get it connected without the white noise that plagues mine. Without the white noise, this microphone has absolutely fantastic recording quality for $25. I do have Adobe Audition, so for recordings it's pretty easy to get the white noise out of the way without hindering my voice barely at all. However, for non-recording situations (streaming, Skype, or just talking to other people in general) the interference can't be avoided. All the reviews said this microphone was great, and I believed them. And you know what? It is. It is a fantastic microphone for $25 that I bought it for. The ONLY problem I have is the interference. And it isn't from the microphone itself, because even with it muted, the noise/interference remains, so it has to be coming from the cable or connection to my computer. I've tried every USB port on my desktop PC, I've tried a few different laptops, and the same noise follows it. I've also used it in 2 cities 5 hours apart, and nothing changed. So I've come to the conclusion that it's the cable. Trying to solve this, I bought a 5-pack of Ferrite Choke Clamps here on Amazon. They fit wonderfully snug on the cable (5mm chokes for the 4.5mm cable). But they do absolutely nothing to lessen the interference (which sometimes is coupled with a very faint radio signal). Before the chokes, I looked all throughout my settings for ways to lessen the interference, but couldn't find ANY settings outside of simple input volume control in my settings. This microphone registers as a Generic USB Plug-n-Play Microphone on Windows 7, and so it has none of the settings that earlier reviews mentioned. Lowering the volume does lessen the noise, but it also lessens my voice on the mic as well, meaning I'd have to be talking from 2 inches away to maintain the same volume as before. Maybe different materials are used in the manufacturing now, like maybe the cable isn't shielded as well. It's not unheard of for products to manufactured a little cheaper later in life-cycles. All I know is, if there were no white noise interference, this microphone would EASILY be worth the money because the recording quality otherwise is absolutely fantastic. I'll honestly keep using it because it doesn't personally seem worth it to have paid for this and then pay $50 for another mic that doesn't have reports of this issue. If I had known this was un-solvable before I bought it, I probably would have just ponied up the extra cash and gone with the CAD U37 or Blue Snowball. ## Frequently Bought Together - CAD Audio USB U1 Dynamic Recording Microphone - Amazon Basics XLR Male to Female Microphone Cable for Speaker or PA System, All Copper Conductors, 6MM PVC Jacket, 6 Foot, Black - Neewer Professional Microphone Pop Filter Shield Compatible with Blue Yeti and Any Other Microphone, Dual Layered Wind Pop Screen With A Flexible 360 Degree Gooseneck Clip Stabilizing Arm --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.is/products/291386-cad-audio-usb-u1-dynamic-recording-microphone](https://www.desertcart.is/products/291386-cad-audio-usb-u1-dynamic-recording-microphone) --- *Product available on Desertcart Iceland* *Store origin: IS* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*