The white MXL AC-404 is a USB boundary microphone with a low-profile, desktop design and a durable metal construction. Three built-in mic capsules provide a wide 180° pickup pattern and capture sound within a 25' radius.

Multiple participants can be heard clearly, enabling natural conversations for productive group meetings conducted over the internet using the platform or service of your choice (Teams, Zoom, and more).

The AC-404's 3.5mm connector can be used as a headphone jack to monitor or record your calls. The included USB cable provides plug-and-play connectivity to Mac/Windows computers.

For Clear/Natural Web Conferencing    3 Capsules, 180° Coverage    Low-Profile Desktop Design    Headphone Jack    Durable Metal Construction    Mac/Windows Compatible

• Three capsules designed for broad 25' audio pickup in an 180° arc with high voice intelligibility
• Compatible with any web-conferencing platform (Zoom, Teams, and more)
• Easy plug-and-play connectivity for use with Mac and Windows computers—no batteries required
• Headphone jack to monitor/record your calls
• Professional low-profile design with durable all-metal construction

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do we need to have a computer for this to work ?

A: If you want to record, yes. If it for live broadcasting through an amp, the. I would imagine not.

Q: 2. What is the difference between MXL AC-404 and the MXL AC-404Z?

A: The mics themselves are identical. The Z is meant to be part of a Zoom conferencing system. The Z ships with mounting tape, a right angle USB cable and also sports a blue LED to match the Zoom color. The non Z does not sport an LED light. If you have a Zoom system, consider the Z version, otherwise the non Z is fine.

Q: 3. Can you use a longer cable than 6 foot? How long of a cable can be used before mic will not work?

A: The MXL AC-404 Portable USB Boundary Conferencing Microphone uses a USB 2.0 specification, which dictates a maximum length of 5 meters / 16 feet before failure.

Q: 4. Is there a software for recording music that works best with this microphone set up?

A: You can use GarageBand if you own a Mac. For a Windows PC: Sony Sound Forge Audio Studio 10 - Audio Editing/Production Software (Box) B&H # SOSFS10099EQ

Q: 5. Can you plug the AUX port into something like a Rode Wireless GO for a wireless setup?

A: Yes, the Aux output connection on the MXL AC-44 Miniature USB Conferencing Microphone could be used to feed the microphone signal into a wireless transmitter, however there are two caveats to this scenario. First, the microphone will still require a USB connection to function, and second, the output level of the Aux out is Line level, meaning it would likely overload transmitters such as the ones found in the Rode Wireless GO II System that are expecting Mic level signals. A workaround to this scenario could be found in an attenuator cable such as the Sescom LN2MIC-ZOOMH4N (BH #SEL2MZH4N), which would appropriately reduce the signal down to Mic level: https://bhpho.to/3azovCj

Q: 6. In the previous Q&A it was stated that the USB cord for this microphone was 10' long. We ordered three and all had 6' cables.

A: Our apologies. The cable is indeed about 6' long.

Q: 7. Is this compatible with a MacBook ?

A: Yes it is. As a side note also the shock mount that is included doesn't fit the mic that you order. It's weird I know.

Q: 8. Wondering how well this mic prevents plosives w/o a pop filter?

A: Not as well as some. You will probably want to use a pop filter.

Q: 9. is this suitable for a conference table application?

A: Yes, the AC-44 is ideal for use on a conference table to pickup audio during meetings and video conferences.

Q: 10. Can I daisy chain 2 or 3 of these together?

A: No. These are not designed to daisy chain.