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General

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Series

AmpliGame1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026The page title names the AmpliGame AM8. FIFINE sells two series, Ampligame and Amplitank.

PD1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026The Maono help center files the PD200X under Microphone, PD Series.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

AM8, ABCD2216AM8, ABCD2313AM8W, ABCD2314AM8P-NEW1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Specifications table: Model Number AM8. The maker store lists the base kit as SKU ABCD2216AM8.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026English specification block: Model Number AM8.4Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products.jsonRead 14 October 2026Base kit SKUs: Black ABCD2216AM8, White ABCD2313AM8W, Pink ABCD2314AM8P-NEW. The AM8T and AM8TNEO kits and the AM8PROT kit have their own SKUs and are not variants here.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BMFQP2ZZRead 14 October 2026Item details: Model Number AM8, manufacturer part number ABCD2216AM8.

PD200X, PD200XS1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026The page title is Maono PD200X. The same store sells the kit with a boom arm as MAONO PD200XS USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone Set with Boom Arm. The boom arm changes the box and not the microphone, so the kit is not stored as a variant.2Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphone.jsonRead 15 October 2026Store variant titles name PD200X. The kit SKU is C.01.01.002.00968 for black and C.01.01.002.00969 for white.

GTIN / EAN

8500355657975Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BMFQP2ZZRead 14 October 2026Item details: UPC 850035565797, the Black base kit.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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Status

Available1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026The page lists the AM8 in stock at 57.99 USD.

Available1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026In stock on the Maono US store with an Add to cart button at 89.99 USD. The only PD200X option on the page is the BA20 boom arm kit, which the store also sells as the PD200XS.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Maono PD300X9Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/maono-pd300x-microphone-reviewRead 23 October 2026CGMagazine's review calls the PD200X the predecessor of the PD300X.10Press articlechip.pl/2025/01/maono-pd300x-i-mikrofon-dynamicznyRead 23 October 2026Chip.pl's launch article calls the PD200X the predecessor of the PD300X.

Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$79.997Reviewgameluster.com/review-maono-pd200x-microphone-nothing-to-lose-with-adjustable-gainRead 15 October 2026Review dated 2023 (the page shows 5 March and 14 June 2023): the PD200X currently retails for 79.99 USD, and pre-ordering on the Maono site included a free XLR cable. This is a retail price soon after launch and not a maker launch statement. OnMSFT also gave 79.99 USD as the Maono store price in October 2023.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White, Pink4Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products.jsonRead 14 October 2026The listing offers the colors Black, White and Pink.

Black, White1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Store options: Black and White.

Microphone typeiElectret condensers count as condenser.

Dynamic1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Specifications table: Element Dynamic.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026English specification block: Element Dynamic.

Dynamic1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Spec: Element Type, Dynamic Microphone.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3 specification: Element Type, Dynamic.

Capsule and pickup

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Capsule sizeiDiaphragm diameter of one capsule as published. A 1-inch capsule is 25.4 mm.

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CapsulesiNumber of capsules. Multi-pattern USB microphones often use three.

12Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026The product diagram names one dynamic microphone capsule.

13Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3 features: Dynamic Capsule, singular. No count is printed.

Polar patternsiEvery pattern the user can select. Unidirectional is used only when the maker names no exact pattern.

Cardioid1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Specifications table: Polar Pattern Cardioid.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026English specification block: Polar Pattern Cardioid.

Cardioid1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Spec: Polar Pattern, Cardioid. Amazon's item data says Unidirectional.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3: Polar Pattern, Cardioid. Page 4 has the polar plot at 1 kHz.

Address typeiEnd address means you speak into the top of the microphone. Side address means you speak into its side.

End address1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026FAQ: to get the best from the dynamic mic, speak into the top of the mic within 2 to 6 inches. The manual calls it an end-addressing dynamic microphone.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Guidelines for use: AM8 is an end-addressing dynamic microphone. Always keep the top of the mic facing the audio source.

End address3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 11 is titled End-address microphone and says to ensure the microphone grill faces the audio source.

Sound specs

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Frequency responseiPublished acoustic range of the microphone. A sample rate does not establish it.

Min50 HzMax16 kHz1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Specifications table: Frequency Response 50-16kHz. No tolerance is given.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026English specification block: Frequency Range 50Hz-16KHz.

Min40 HzMax16 kHz1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Spec: Frequency Response 40Hz-16kHz.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3: Frequency Reponse 40Hz-16kHz. Page 4 has the response graph.

Sensitivity (analog)iAnalog output level for 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz, as published in dBV. For a microphone with a switchable preamp, the bypass value is used. A value published only in mV/Pa is converted as 20 x log10(mV/Pa / 1000) and rounded to one decimal, so 1.6 mV/Pa is -55.9 dBV/Pa. The printed value goes in the source note. A sensitivity in plain dB with no reference, as many low-cost USB microphones print it, is left out.

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-52dBV/Pa1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Spec: Sensitivity XLR:-52dBV, USB:-10.5dBFS/Pa(Max). The manual prints -52dBV/Pa. The help center FAQ prints -51.2dBV/Pa. The manual value is stored. The USB value is the maximum gain value and is not stored.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3: Sensitivity XLR: -52dBV/Pa, USB: -10.5dBFS/Pa (Max). Page 3 also gives an adjustable gain range of 0 to +42dB, so the USB value is the maximum gain value and is not stored.4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026Q7: Sensitivity XLR: -51.2dBV/Pa, USB: -10.5dBFS/Pa (Max). This differs from the -52dBV/Pa of the manual and the store page.

Sensitivity (digital)iDigital output level over USB for 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz. The minimum gain value is used when several are given. The gain setting goes in the source note. On a USB-only microphone use this field only when the maker prints dBFS or ties a dBV value to the USB output, as Shure does for the MV7i. A dBV, dB re 1 V/Pa or mV/Pa value that names no USB output is left out. The printed unit and the gain go in the source note. A value printed for another reference level is converted by the level difference, so -40 dBFS at 80 dB SPL is -26 dBFS at 94 dB SPL. The printed value goes in the source note.

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Max SPLiHighest sound pressure level at the source's distortion limit. The THD level and output path go in the source note. The value without a clipping protection mode such as Clipguard is used when both are given. The value with the pad off is used. When the maker lists several preamp loads, the highest load is used. The load goes in the source note. On a USB microphone that prints values per gain setting, the minimum gain value is used, as for sensitivity.

120dB SPL1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Specifications table: Maximum SPL 120dB. No distortion level and no output path are printed, so max_spl_thd_percent is left out. The kit page of the AM8T repeats 120dB in its table but its intro text says 115dB.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026English specification block: Maximum SPL 120dB. No distortion level is printed.

130dB SPL1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Spec: Max.SPL >130dB SPL. The manual prints the same. No distortion level is printed.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3: Max. SPL >130dB SPL. No distortion level is printed.

Max SPL distortion limitiThe distortion level at which the maker states the max SPL, e.g. 1, 3 or 10 % THD. Left out when the maker names none. Max SPL figures compare only at the same limit.

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Self-noiseiEquivalent noise level, A-weighted, in dB SPL. Lower is quieter. The analog value is used when analog and digital values are both given. A value in dBV or dBFS is left out. On a USB microphone that prints values per gain setting, the minimum gain value is used, as for max SPL.

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Digital noise flooriDigital noise floor of a USB microphone as printed, usually A-weighted over 20 Hz to 20 kHz. Lower is quieter. Processing that was on during the test goes in the source note. It is not self-noise.

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Signal-to-noise ratioiAs published. Reference level and weighting go in the source note. The microphone's own figure, not the SNR of a built-in headphone amplifier.

80dB1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Specifications table: S/N Ratio >80dB. The stored value is the printed bound. Reference level and weighting are not printed.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026English specification block: S/N Ratio >80dB.

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Dynamic rangeiAs published. The distortion level goes in the source note. The value without a clipping protection mode is used when both are given. Use the same pad setting, preamp load and gain as for max SPL.

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Output impedanceiRated impedance of the XLR output. For a microphone with a switchable preamp, the bypass value is used. A USB-only microphone has no value here, even when the maker prints an impedance for the capsule. When the maker prints a rated and an actual impedance, as Shure does for the SM58, the rated value is stored and the actual one goes in the source note.

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Connectivity

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OutputsiOutputs that carry the microphone signal to a computer, interface or mixer. A headphone jack does not count. Wireless is a radio link to a receiver, such as 2.4 GHz.

USB, XLR1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Specifications table: Connector USB and XLR.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026English specification block: Connector USB-C and XLR. USB-C to a computer or PS4/PS5, XLR to a mixer or audio interface.

USB, XLR1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Spec: Capsule Type, XLR & USB-C (the label is the store's wording for the connectors).3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3: Connectivity, XLR & USB-C.4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026Q1: PD200X supports USB or XLR wired connections. USB connects to computers, smartphones and tablets and XLR only works with audio interfaces.

Inputs for other sourcesiInputs on the microphone for another microphone or instrument, which it sends to the computer with its own signal.

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USB and XLR at onceiBoth outputs carry audio at the same time.

Yes7Reviewpodcastage.com/rev/am8Read 14 October 2026Review text: an XLR and USB output which can be used simultaneously. The FIFINE pages do not say this.

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USB portiUSB socket on the microphone. USB-B is the full-size square socket. A Micro-B socket is Micro-USB, even when the maker writes USB-B.

USB-C2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026The diagram names a Type-C port. The English block lists Connector USB-C and XLR.

USB-C3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3: Connectivity, XLR & USB-C. Page 2 labels the USB-C socket on the base.

Cable host plugiPlug on the computer end of the included USB cable. An included adapter is listed in In the box.

USB-A5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BMFQP2ZZRead 14 October 2026Box list: 6.5ft (2m) USB-C to USB-A cable. The computer end is USB-A.6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/fifine-ampligame-am8Read 14 October 2026Page 1: USB Type-C (mic end) to Type-A 2.0 (computer end) cable.

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Cable lengthiLength of the included USB cable.

2m2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Box list: 1X 6.5ft (2m) USB Cable.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BMFQP2ZZRead 14 October 2026Box list: 6.5ft (2m) USB-C to USB-A cable.6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/fifine-ampligame-am8Read 14 October 2026Page 1: the rubber USB cable measures approximately 2.0 m.

2.5m7Reviewgameluster.com/review-maono-pd200x-microphone-nothing-to-lose-with-adjustable-gainRead 15 October 2026The USB-C cable is 8.2 feet (2.5 m).8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0C6XJ9W5TRead 15 October 2026Included Components: 2.5m USB-C to USB-A/C Cable. This listing is the kit with a boom arm and was Currently unavailable on the day it was read.

Phantom poweriPhantom power for the XLR output. Optional means some XLR modes work without it, for example a built-in preamp in bypass. Supplies means the microphone gives 48 V phantom power to a microphone on its XLR input.

Not required2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026XLR port connection: no preamp or phantom power are needed.

Not required4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026Q10: is 48V phantom power required? No. PD200X is a dynamic microphone that does not require external 48V phantom power.

Digital audio

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Max bit depthiHighest recording bit depth over USB.

16bits6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/fifine-ampligame-am8Read 14 October 2026Page 1 lists the manufacturer spec Bit Depth/Sample Rate 16-bit/44.1k-48k Hz. Page 2 says the USB output records 16-bit audio at a 48 kHz maximum. The maker store text of the AM8T kit says 48kHz/24-bit, but the same text also says 115dB SPL and 75dB SNR, which its own table contradicts. The AM8 manual and page print no bit depth.7Reviewpodcastage.com/rev/am8Read 14 October 2026Spec list: A/D and D/A 16-bit / 44.1-48kHz. Recording settings: conversion 16-bit / 48kHz.

24bits1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Spec: Bit Depth/Sample Rate 24-bit/48kHz.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3: Bit Depth/Sample Rate 24-bit/48kHz.4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026Q6: PD200X supports 24bit/48kHz audio output.

Max sample rateiHighest recording sample rate over USB. This is not the frequency response.

48kHz6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/fifine-ampligame-am8Read 14 October 2026Page 2: USB records at a 48 kHz maximum sample rate. Page 1: 44.1k-48k Hz.7Reviewpodcastage.com/rev/am8Read 14 October 2026Spec list: A/D and D/A 16-bit / 44.1-48kHz.

48kHz1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Spec: Bit Depth/Sample Rate 24-bit/48kHz.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3: Bit Depth/Sample Rate 24-bit/48kHz.4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026Q6: PD200X supports 24bit/48kHz audio output.

32-bit float recordingiRecords over USB in 32-bit floating point. A 32-bit integer format does not count.

No6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/fifine-ampligame-am8Read 14 October 2026The only recording format named is 16-bit at 44.1 to 48 kHz, so there is no 32-bit float mode.

No3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Only 24-bit is listed and no 32-bit float format is named, so false.

Monitoring

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Headphone outputiA headphone jack on the microphone.

Yes1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Feature text: 3.5 mm headphone jack with a dedicated headphone volume control, USB connection only.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Diagram: headphone jack and headphones volume control.

Yes3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 2 overview: 3.5mm Headphone Jack on the base. Page 7 says to plug headphones into it for real-time monitoring.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-GuideRead 15 October 2026Software guide: the monitor output volume is set on the knob.

Zero-latency monitoringiThe headphone output plays the microphone signal directly, before it reaches the computer.

Yes1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Feature text: the 3.5 mm headphone jack provides latency-free, real-time monitoring. FAQ: hear yourself in real time with no delay.6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/fifine-ampligame-am8Read 14 October 2026Page 2: the 3.5 mm audio jack allows zero latency monitoring of the captured audio.7Reviewpodcastage.com/rev/am8Read 14 October 2026Review text: the 3.5 mm headphone jack offers computer playback and zero latency monitoring.

Yes3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 7: connect headphones to the 3.5mm jack on the microphone to take advantage of real-time monitoring. Page 3 says Maono Link controls real-time monitoring. The manual does not use the words zero latency. Microphone Geeks says zero-latency monitoring.6Reviewmicrophonegeeks.com/maono-pd200x-usb-xlr-streamingpodcast-dynamic-mic-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review updated 1 May 2025: headphones plug into a 3.5 mm jack at the base for real-time zero-latency monitoring.

Controls and processing

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Onboard controlsiFunctions you can change on the microphone itself, by knob, button, switch or touch. Settings that exist only in the app do not count. A switch that sets preamp gain steps, such as +18 or +28 dB, counts as gain. Echo is a knob or button for an echo or reverb effect.

Gain, Headphone volume, Mute1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Feature text: mic gain control, headphone volume control and a tap-to-mute with LED. A touch button controls the RGB lighting. The knobs and the mute work over USB only.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Diagram: microphone gain, headphones volume control, mute button with LED indicator and an RGB button. The function keys and headphone monitoring work only over USB-C.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81L6DoDumiL.pdfRead 14 October 2026FAQ Q4: the volume knob on the AM8 controls only the 3.5 mm headphones plugged into the microphone. Q2: the gain knob works in USB mode only.

Gain, Headphone volume, Mute3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 9: the 2-in-1 knob rotates to change mic gain in one mode and headphone volume in the other, and a short press switches mode. The mute button mutes, and the note says muting is not available in XLR mode.4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026Q15: in XLR mode the knobs and lights are disabled and the audio interface controls volume. In USB mode the knobs adjust volume and monitoring.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-GuideRead 15 October 2026Software guide: the headphone volume is adjusted on the knob or in Maono Link. Microphone gain also has a software slider.6Reviewmicrophonegeeks.com/maono-pd200x-usb-xlr-streamingpodcast-dynamic-mic-reviewRead 15 October 2026A one-click mute button with an LED, and a 2-in-1 knob that switches between mic gain (green) and headphone volume (blue).7Reviewgameluster.com/review-maono-pd200x-microphone-nothing-to-lose-with-adjustable-gainRead 15 October 2026A multifunction knob adjusts gain (green LED) or headphone volume (blue LED) and switches mode with a press. A mute button turns the knob LED red when muted.

Onboard processingiProcessing inside the microphone, analog or digital, that works without the maker's app running. A maker statement that settings are saved in the microphone counts. Effects that run only in the app on the computer do not count. An expander counts as noise gate. Clip protection such as Clipguard is clip protection. Limiter is only for a limiter the maker lists as its own effect, never both for one feature. Brand names such as APHEX or Clipguard go in the source note. Attenuation pad is a switch that lowers the capsule output, such as -15 dB. Echo is an echo or reverb effect in the microphone. Exciter or bass enhancer covers effects that add harmonics or bass, such as APHEX Aural Exciter and Big Bottom.

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Noise reduction, EQ, High-pass filter, Compressor, Limiter1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Page: unlock more functions like EQ, limiter and compressor adjustment in Maono Link, in USB mode, and advanced noise reduction. See the manual and software guide for the basis. It is not stated that the settings stay active with the app closed.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3: audio processing offered by built-in hardware DSP. Page 15 Advanced: a combination of EQ, limiter and compressor. The software guide adds noise reduction and a high-pass filter in the EQ.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-GuideRead 15 October 2026Software guide: Maono Link offers 40 levels of noise reduction, a graphical EQ with a high-pass filter, a low-pass filter and five bands, and a basic compressor and limiter. The guide states USB mode uses on-board DSP. The low-pass filter has no matching option.

Mounting and accessories

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Mount threadsiStand threads the microphone or its included mount accepts, also with an included adapter.

5/8 inch, 3/8 inch1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026FAQ: the thread size is standard 5/8 and 3/8 inch on the AM8 yoke. A scissor arm stand needs no adapter.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81L6DoDumiL.pdfRead 14 October 2026FAQ Q3: the AM8 has 3/8 and 5/8 inch mic threads.

5/8 inch, 3/8 inch3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 1 packing list: 5/8" to 3/8" Thread Adapter. Pages 5 and 6 say some stands and boom arms need the included thread adapter.

Shock mountiInternal is suspension inside the body. Included is a separate shock mount in the box. A cradle or ring mount that comes fitted to the microphone or its stand is included, even when the maker calls it built-in. A microphone with internal suspension and a separate shock mount in the box is included.

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Included3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 2 overview shows the shock mount around the body and page 3 lists Shock mount as a feature.6Reviewmicrophonegeeks.com/maono-pd200x-usb-xlr-streamingpodcast-dynamic-mic-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review says the included shock mount is plastic and feels lighter than the metal body.7Reviewgameluster.com/review-maono-pd200x-microphone-nothing-to-lose-with-adjustable-gainRead 15 October 2026Shock mount in the box.8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0C6XJ9W5TRead 15 October 2026Included Components: Shock Mount.

Pop filteriPop protection built in or in the box.

Foam windscreen2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Box list: 1X dynamic microphone with windscreen. The diagram names a flocking windscreen.

Foam windscreen3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3: built-in windfoam, and the custom-built shockmount and windfoam reduce unwanted noises.6Reviewmicrophonegeeks.com/maono-pd200x-usb-xlr-streamingpodcast-dynamic-mic-reviewRead 15 October 2026A foam windscreen is included and handles plosives well.

Desk stand includediA desk stand or base in the box. A yoke alone does not count. A boom arm does not count either. In the box names it.

Yes2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Box list: 1X mic base stand. The user screws the base stand into the microphone.

No3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026The packing list on page 1 has no stand or base. Pages 5 and 6 describe a desktop stand base and a boom arm as separate purchases.

Design and build

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Housing material

ABS plastic and metal5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BMFQP2ZZRead 14 October 2026Enclosure material: ABS plastic, metal. The APH Networks review describes a plastic body, a metal yoke and base and a metal capsule enclosure.6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/fifine-ampligame-am8Read 14 October 2026Page 2: a black shell with a plastic enclosure, a metal arm, a metal capsule enclosure and a metal base.

All metal body1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Page: the PD200X is built from premium metal.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3 features: All metal body.6Reviewmicrophonegeeks.com/maono-pd200x-usb-xlr-streamingpodcast-dynamic-mic-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review calls the microphone body metal.8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0C6XJ9W5TRead 15 October 2026Item data: Enclosure Material, Metal.

RGB lightingiDecorative lighting. Status and mute lights alone do not count. RGB lighting is lighting with no function. A level meter or mute indicator is not RGB lighting, even when its colour can be chosen. Lighting that changes colour on its own counts, even when it also turns off on mute.

Yes1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026A touch button switches between 3 lighting modes and 8 solid colors. The lighting is decorative and is inactive in XLR mode.

Yes1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Page: RGB lighting control with 9 vibrant hues, switched with a button. The status LED display is separate.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3 features: Programmable RGB lights. Page 10 describes a button for static and dynamic colour modes.4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026Q12: 9 light effects in Maono Link, all with brightness adjustment.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-GuideRead 15 October 2026Software guide, Lighting: the PD200X has RGB lighting with 8 preset colours, brightness control and an option to turn the lights off while muted.6Reviewmicrophonegeeks.com/maono-pd200x-usb-xlr-streamingpodcast-dynamic-mic-reviewRead 15 October 2026An LED ring near the top with 9 selectable colours, cycled with a button on the bottom.

Lighting zonesiIndependently controllable lighting areas.

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Software

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SoftwareiThe maker's app for the microphone.

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Maono Link1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Page: Maono Link software.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 3 and page 14: Maono Link for Windows and macOS, plus an Android app.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-GuideRead 15 October 2026Software guide: Maono Link for Windows, with macOS support following, and an Android app.

User firmware updatesiA public updater or a documented firmware update procedure exists for this exact model.

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Yes1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026The software guide has a Firmware Upgrade option in Maono Link.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 15: the settings menu checks for software and firmware updates.4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026The FAQ points to Maono Link for updates. See the software guide for the Firmware Upgrade option.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-GuideRead 15 October 2026Maono Link software guide, Firmware Upgrade: the menu detects new firmware and starts the upgrade. Do not unplug the USB during the upgrade.

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Works withiOperating systems the maker lists for USB audio. App support can be narrower.

Windows, macOS2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Computer setup for Windows and Mac OS.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81L6DoDumiL.pdfRead 14 October 2026FAQ Q1: compatible with most desktop and laptop PCs (Windows and Mac OS) and some smartphones and tablets. Only Windows and macOS are stored, since phone and tablet use needs adapters and is not listed per system.6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/fifine-ampligame-am8Read 14 October 2026Page 2: according to FIFINE the AM8 is compatible with Windows and Mac OS.

Windows, macOS, iOS, Android1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Page: in USB mode plug-and-play with Windows, Mac OS and Android. The FAQ adds iPhone use.3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Pages 12 and 13 give Windows and macOS setup. Page 9 notes that an external power adapter is needed with iOS devices.4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026Q3: Android phones connect to the Type-C port and some need OTG. iPhone 15 and above connect directly and iPhone 14 and below need a Lightning-to-USB adapter. Q13: Maono Link needs Windows 10 version 1809 or later or macOS 13.5 or later. Q18: Windows 10 1803 and macOS 10.13 or later for professional software.

ConsolesiConsoles the maker lists for USB audio.

PlayStation1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026FAQ: PS5 works with the included USB cable. Xbox does not work, so it is not listed.2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026USB-C connection to a computer or PS4/PS5.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81L6DoDumiL.pdfRead 14 October 2026FAQ Q1: compatible with the PlayStation 4 and 5 consoles and not compatible with the Xbox console.

PlayStation1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Page: widely compatible with smartphones, PC, PS4, PS5 and audio interfaces. No Xbox or Switch is named.

Dimensions and weight

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Microphone dimensionsiMicrophone body without a stand or a detachable shock mount. A fixed yoke is included. Width is left to right as seen by the speaker, height is bottom to top in normal use and depth is front to back. Orient the microphone as in use on its yoke or stand. Depth is the direction it points at the speaker, height is up and width is across. An upright side-address microphone has its length as height. An end-address microphone has its length as depth, also when it is held in the hand. A round microphone with only a length and a diameter uses the diameter for the other two sides. The source note states the mapping.

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Width55Height55Depth160mm(2.2 × 2.2 × 6.3 in)4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026Q7: Dimensions 55mm (Width, Single Microphone) and 160mm (Height). The body is a round cylinder and the microphone is end-address. Stored with the 160 mm length as depth toward the speaker and the 55 mm diameter as width and height, as for other end-address microphones. Retailers print larger sizes of 152 x 105 x 202.5 mm, which describe the microphone with its shock mount and adapter.

Microphone weightiWithout stand, detachable shock mount and cable. A fixed yoke is included.

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314g(11.1 oz)4Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-FAQs-gZFrRead 15 October 2026Q7 PD200X Specification Details: Microphone Weight (Single) 314g. Weight with Package 577g.

Weight with standiWith the included stand or mount attached, without the cable. An included shock mount between the microphone and the stand counts.

581g(1.3 lb)6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/fifine-ampligame-am8Read 14 October 2026Page 2: 581 g on its included base, of which 181 g is the base. This is the microphone with the base stand. The cable is not stated as included. The microphone alone is not stated, so weight_g is left out.

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Certifications

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Other certifications

CE marking2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Eligible to bear CE marking.

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In the box

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In the box

Dynamic Microphone with Windscreen, 6.5ft (2m) USB-C to USB-A Cable, Mic Base Stand, User's Manual2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Box list as printed: 1X mic base stand, 1X user's manual, 1X dynamic microphone with windscreen, 1X 6.5ft (2m) USB cable. The Amazon listing spells the cable as a USB-C to USB-A cable.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BMFQP2ZZRead 14 October 2026Box list: dynamic microphone with windscreen, 6.5ft (2m) USB-C to USB-A cable, mic base stand, user's manual. The XLR cable and a boom arm are not included.

USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone, Shock Mount, 5/8" to 3/8" Thread Adapter, USB A&C to USB C 2-in-1 Cable, User Manual3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Page 1 packing list without the counts of 1 each: USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone, 5/8" to 3/8" Thread Adapter, USB A&C to USB C 2-in-1 Cable and User Manual. The shock mount is not on that list. It comes from the overview on page 2, the Amazon box image and the Gameluster review.7Reviewgameluster.com/review-maono-pd200x-microphone-nothing-to-lose-with-adjustable-gainRead 15 October 2026Box: microphone, shock mount, USB-C to USB-C cable with a built-in C-to-A adapter, 5/8" to 3/8" thread adapter and user manual. No stand or arm and no XLR cable.8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0C6XJ9W5TRead 15 October 2026The maker's A+ box image lists 2.5m USB C to USB A/C Cable, 5/8" to 3/8" Adapter, Dynamic Microphone, User's Manual and Shock Mount.

Links

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Product page

fifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphone1Maker product pagefifinemicrophone.com/products/fifine-ampligame-am8-microphoneRead 14 October 2026

maono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphone1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 2026Maono store page. It also carries PD200W options, which are a separate product.

Spec sheet

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Manual

m.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdf2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026FIFINE AM8 user's guide, version 26-V2, created 2025-02. The Amazon listing links this PDF as the User Manual. It is a single image page in several languages.

faq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-Manual3Owner's manualfaq.maono.com/docs/PD200X-User-ManualRead 15 October 2026Maono help center page PD200X User Manual with downloads in English, German, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, French and Italian. The English pages are page images and were read with text recognition.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year2Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/D1iFFBg5eXL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Limited warranty of one year from the original date of purchase.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0BMFQP2ZZRead 14 October 2026Warranty description: 1 year warranty.

1year1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd200x-dynamic-usb-and-xlr-internet-microphoneRead 15 October 202612-Month Warranty on the store page, US store. Amazon US lists 18 months for its own listing.

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