{"product_id":"usb-desktop-microphone-for-raspberry-pi-plug-play","title":"USB Desktop Microphone for Raspberry Pi | Plug \u0026 Play","description":"\u003ch1\u003eUSB Plug and Play Desktop Microphone for Raspberry Pi – Omnidirectional Condenser\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis USB desktop microphone is a plug-and-play solution for adding high-quality audio input to your Raspberry Pi or other single-board computers. It features an omnidirectional condenser capsule that captures clear sound for voice commands, recordings, or streaming. No drivers required—just connect to a USB port and start recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicrophone Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondenser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolar Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnidirectional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50Hz – 16kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-38dB ±3dB (0dB=1V\/Pa at 1kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.2kΩ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB 2.0 (Type-A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Build With This\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/kit-pi-5-voice-assistant-kit\"\u003eVoice assistant using Google Assistant SDK or Alexa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio recording setup for podcasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSound detection and notification system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMusical instrument tuner or sound visualization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis microphone works with any Raspberry Pi model with a USB port, including Pi 4, Pi 3, Pi Zero W (with USB adapter). It is also compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux systems. No additional drivers are required—it appears as a standard USB audio device.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWiring Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimply plug the USB connector into an available USB port on the Raspberry Pi. Ensure sufficient power—if using a Pi Zero, a powered USB hub may be needed. The microphone draws minimal current, typically under 100mA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery component is sourced from verified suppliers and tested for compatibility before listing. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. Ships from Bengaluru in 3-5 days. If defective on arrival, replace within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this compatible with Raspberry Pi 4?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this microphone is fully compatible with Raspberry Pi 4 and other models. Just plug it into a USB port; the Pi automatically recognizes it as an audio input device.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use this for voice recognition projects?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The omnidirectional pickup and clear audio make it suitable for voice recognition with libraries like PocketSphinx or cloud-based services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the cable length?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe built-in USB cable is 1.5 meters long, providing flexibility for desktop placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compoden-handoff\" style=\"margin-top:24px;padding:16px;background:#f0f4ff;border-left:4px solid #2B4D8F;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;font-weight:600;color:#1A3560;\"\u003e📦 Free Setup Handoff Document Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95em;color:#333;\"\u003eEvery Compoden order includes a free setup handoff document — step-by-step instructions to get your component working within minutes. Download it via QR code on your package. 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