Roccat Torch review with mic tests and tips on making it sound good
72This is a review of the Roccat Torch. a USB mic with some interesting highlights that include RGB lighting, a good quality sound capture, an interesting build setup and more.
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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?!!?
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
USB 1.1/2.0/3.0
See the FAQs:
https://support.roccat.com/s/article/torch-faqs
Setup guide:
https://api.roccat-neon.com/device/Qig/425
Roccat Neon Software:
https://support.roccat.com/s/downloads
How do I properly set up my Torch?
In order for the torch to function properly, it must first be correctly connected. The scope of delivery includes three cables, two of which are USB-C to USB-C, these can only be used to connect the microphone and base. The base, in turn, can be connected to a Windows PC with the third USB-C to USB-A cable. If it is desired to connect the torch to a USB-C port of the PC, an adapter or an additional USB-C to USB-C cable must be used. The cables included in the scope of delivery are not suitable for this.
After correctly connecting the microphone, it must be switched on using the "Pattern" control, selecting one of the three available modes. In order for the microphone to pick up sound, the "Gain" control must also be moved up. The Torch can then be set up as the standard recording device in Windows. The microphone can then be used. It is important to ensure that the Torch base display shows "Live" and not a mute symbol so that the microphone is recording.
My microphone is very quiet even though I have it on full volume.
For the microphone, there are two ways to change the volume. One of these is on the base: the slider on the right, labeled "Gain," controls the volume of the microphone. However, the level can also be changed under the Windows sound settings. Access this by right-clicking the speaker icon in your taskbar at the bottom right and clicking Sound Settings - Sound Control Panel. Under Recording, select the microphone and click on "Properties". Select the "Level" tab and you can change the volume.
How to remove background noise https://youtu.be/1cQdWHyTovs
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