HyperX Quadcast S vs Roccat Torch - Two awesome RGB mics compared
60Here I'm comparing the @hyperx Quadcast (and Quadcast S) with the @roccat Torch. These are two great USB microphones which have interesting features, great sound capture capabilities, RGB lighting and more besides. In this video I'm talking about the differences in specs, features and more. Obviously this also includes a microphone test comparison, but if you'd like to hear more of that and comparisons with the mic on the desk vs the boom arm, be sure to checkout the reviews as well.
Related watching:
HyperX Quadcast S review https://youtu.be/DH-G6nLiS2U
HyperX Quadcast microphone Unboxing https://youtu.be/bJHLkboli0o
Roccat Torch review https://youtu.be/lbmgMliZ11A
HyperX Quadcast S vs HyperX Quadcast - what's the difference? RGB? https://youtu.be/VScEv1WbnjQ
HyperX Quadcast S is an upgrade to the HyperX Quadcast that now includes (drum roll please) RGB. This microphone includes a number of nice features that make it stand out from the usual microphones out there. This includes:
- A built in pop filter to help take the pops out of your speech
- A built in shock mount which reduces knock sounds
- A touch to mute mic button (no clicks)
- Easy access gain controls
- An included attachment for mounting on any standard boom arm (3/8-inch and 5/8-inch thread)
- Two zone RGB lighting adjustable in software
Highlights include:
Decent sound capture with upto 48Khz sample rate
Easy on the eye aesthetics
Nice features and great looks
Good build quality
RGB looks good on stream
Lowlights:
You can see the hotspots on the mic from the RGB lighting
Can capture a bit too much background audio
Green goes see-through with chroma filters
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Specs of the HyperX Quadcast S include:
PC, PS4™, and Mac® compatible
Power consumption 5V 220mA (white light)
Sample/bit rate 48kHz/16-bit
Element Electret condenser microphone
Condenser type Three 14mm condensers
Polar patterns Stereo, Omnidirectional, Cardioid, Bidirectional
Frequency response 20Hz–20kHz
Sensitivity -36dB (1V/Pa at 1kHz)
Cable length 3m
Weight Microphone: 254g
Shock mount and stand: 360g
Total with USB cable: 710g
Lighting RGB (16,777,216 colors)
Light effects 2 zones2
Connection type USB-C to USB-A
Headphone Output
Impedance 32 Ω
Frequency response de 20Hz à 20kHz
Maximum power output 7mW
THD ≤ 0.05% (1kHz/0dBFS)
SNR ≥ 90dB (1kHZ, RL=∞)
The Roccat Torch is a USB mic with some interesting highlights that include RGB lighting, a good quality sound capture, an interesting build setup and more.
Features of this mic:
Dual condenser capsule design with 24-Bit audio quality
Professional mixer-style controls
Three pick-up patterns, including the exclusive Whisper
Contactless Quick-Mute gesture control
Reactive RGB lighting with AIMO
Driver free plug and play setup
Boom arm compatible, without compromise
Studio grade capture quality
Adjustable on its stand
Highlights:
Interesting polar patterns including whisper mode for ASMR streamers
RGB is actually useful as it's used to show gain levels
Smart looking
Solid sound
Cool wave to mute function
Lowlights:
No sidetone via the 3.5mm port. WHY?!!?
See deals:
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Best Buy - https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/yRoLm3
Specs:
Sample/Bit Rate: 48kHz
24-bit with optional selection for 44.1kHz
Capsules: 2 × ROCCAT Proprietary ∅14 × 6.5mm condenser capsules
Pickup Patterns: Cardioid, Stereo, Whisper (ROCCAT Proprietary)
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
Max SPL: 110dB
Zero-latency 3.5mm, 4-Pole headphone socket
Dimensions (Desktop fully assembled): 138mm × 95mm × 208mm
Weight (microphone and stand): 500g
Weight (microphone only): 290g
Compatible with:
Windows® 7, 8.1, 10 & 11
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