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General

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Series

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

MEPICTALKRBLK4, MEPICTALKRWHT41Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Shopify product data of the page: SKU MEPICTALKRBLK4 for Black. The White page has SKU MEPICTALKRWHT4.2Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-white.jsonRead 15 October 2026Shopify product data: SKU MEPICTALKRWHT4.

MJBUDSTALKRBLK4, MJBUDSTALKRWHT41Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Product data SKU MJBUDSTALKRBLK4 (black). The white page has MJBUDSTALKRWHT4.2Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-whiteRead 15 October 2026SKU MJBUDSTALKRWHT4 in the product data. The description text of this page is copied from the Talk GO (2 condensers, Bluetooth, 130 g) and is not used.

GTIN / EAN

0812887017572, 08128870195901Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Product data barcode 812887017572 for Black, written as a 13-digit GTIN with a leading zero as for the JBuds Talk file. The check digit is valid. Target prints the same UPC.2Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-white.jsonRead 15 October 2026Product data barcode 812887019590 for White, written as a 13-digit GTIN with a leading zero. The check digit is valid.

0812887017565, 08128870195834Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-black.jsonRead 15 October 2026JLab store product feed lists barcode 812887017565 for SKU MJBUDSTALKRBLK4. It is written here as a 13-digit GTIN with a leading zero. The UPC check digit is valid.5Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-white.jsonRead 15 October 2026JLab store product feed lists barcode 812887019583 for SKU MJBUDSTALKRWHT4. It is written here as a 13-digit GTIN with a leading zero. The UPC check digit is valid.

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

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Status

Available1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026The page sells the microphone at 149.99 USD with an Add to cart button and stock on hand.

Available1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026The JLab US store sells the JBuds Talk at 99.99 USD and the SKU is in stock.

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

$1495Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20221013183336/https://www.jlab.com/products/epic-talkRead 15 October 2026Archived JLab US store page of 2022-10-13: regular price $149 for Black and White, with a PRE-ORDER button. US price excludes sales tax.

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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, White1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Black and White are separate JLab pages with the same specification.2Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-white.jsonRead 15 October 2026The page is the White edition. Specs, weight and price match the Black page.

Black, White1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026JLab sells Black and White as separate store pages with the same specs.2Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-whiteRead 15 October 2026JLab store page for the white JBuds Talk at 99.99 USD, in stock.

Microphone typeiElectret condensers count as condenser.

Condenser1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: total capsules 3 x 16mm condenser.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Transducer Type: Condenser, Pressure Gradient with USB digital output.

Condenser1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs and product description: condenser microphone (3 Condensers).

Capsule and pickup

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

16mm1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Mic Size (3) 16 mm.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Capsules: 3 x 16mm condenser capsules.

14mm1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Mic Size (3) 14 mm. The product description says 3 x 14mm condenser.

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

31Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Total Microphone(s) 3 Condensers.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Condensers: 3. Capsules: 3 x 16mm condenser capsules.

31Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Total Microphone(s) 3 Condensers.

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

Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional, Stereo1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Direction Types Omnidirectional, Cardiod, Bi-directional, Stereo. Four selectable patterns.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Stereo, and Bidirectional.4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Controls page: recording setting dial with Cardioid, Omni, Bidirectional and Stereo.

Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional, Stereo1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Four directional pattern modes: Cardioid, Omni, Stereo and Bi-directional.3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Controls page: recording setting dial with Cardioid (record front), Omni (record all surroundings), Bidirectional (record front and back) and Stereo (record front, left and right).

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

Side address4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026In Use page: the correct position is speaking into the front face of the upright body, the incorrect position is the microphone laid on its back.

Side address3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026In use page: the correct position is speaking at the front face of the upright body, and the horizontal position is marked incorrect.

Sound specs

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

Min50 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table and description: 50Hz~20KHz. JLab's support Tech Specs article prints 20Hz - 20kHz, see the support source. The product page values are stored because the page is the one updated in 2024 and Target also lists 50 Hz to 20 kHz.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz. This conflicts with the 50Hz~20KHz of the product page spec table. The same text appeared on the 2022 pre-order page. The product page value is stored.

Min50 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs and product description: 50Hz~20KHz. The older Talk page of the same store prints Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz in its description and 50Hz~20KHz in its spec table, so JLab is not consistent. The JBuds Talk values are stored.

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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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 pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Max SPL 120 dB. No distortion limit is stated.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Max SPL: 120DB.

120dB SPL1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Max SPL 120 dB. The page names no distortion limit.

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.

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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.

USB1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: USB-A to 90-degree USB-C cable. The only output is USB, with no XLR or wireless link.4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Setup page: connect to the USB input of a PC or Mac. The back view shows only a USB-C port and a headphone jack.

USB1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Connects over USB. Plug and play with a USB-C to USB cable. No drivers or software needed.

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.

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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-C1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Description: included USB-A to 90-degree USB-C cable. The manual drawing labels the rear port USB-C power input.4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Controls page back view: USB-C power input.

USB-C3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Controls page: USB-C power input on the rear. Setup page: the cable plugs into the USB-C input.

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

USB-A1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Description: USB-A to 90-degree USB-C cable. The In the Box picture shows a USB-A plug on the computer end.

USB-A1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026The Includes line and the page description say a USB-A to USB-C cable, and the manual drawing shows a USB-A plug on the computer end. The tech spec row Cable Type C to C conflicts, so this follows the three USB-A statements.3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Setup drawing shows a USB-A plug on the computer end. Tips: it will only work with a USB-A input with an operating system.

Cable lengthiLength of the included USB cable.

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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.

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Digital audio

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Max bit depthiHighest recording bit depth over USB.

24bits1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Bit Depth 24-bit.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Bit Depth: 24.

24bits1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Bit Depth 24-bit.

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

192kHz1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Sample Rate 192KHz.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Sample Rate: 192k.

96kHz1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Sample Rate 96KHz.

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

No1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026The page lists a single bit depth of 24-bit and no 32-bit float format.

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Monitoring

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Headphone outputiA headphone jack on the microphone.

Yes1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 3.5mm Input Yes. The description calls it a 3.5mm headphone input on the mic body for monitoring.4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Controls page back view: headphone aux jack.

Yes1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: 3.5mm Input Yes, Hear Yourself / Mic Monitoring Yes. The manual labels the jack HEADPHONE AUX. The page text says a 3.5mm input lets the speaker monitor their own mic feed in real time through headphones.3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Controls page: HEADPHONE AUX jack on the rear.

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

Yes1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Hear Yourself / Mic Monitoring Yes. Description: zero-latency Hear Yourself monitoring through headphones.

Yes1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026The page says the 3.5mm jack lets the speaker monitor their own mic feed in real time through headphones. The words zero latency are not on the JBuds Talk page. The Talk launch release (audioXpress, 2020-04-30) calls the same 3.5 mm monitoring zero-latency, and the Talk is the model JLab says was upgraded to the JBuds Talk.

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, Mute, Polar pattern1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Description: physical controls for gain, mute and headphone monitoring, and a dial on the microphone body for the four patterns. Spec table: Gain Control Yes, Quick Mute Yes.4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Controls page: volume/gain wheel (press and hold to switch volume and gain), mute on/off by a quick press, recording setting dial for the patterns. The LED indicator shows volume, gain and mute. The wheel also sets the headphone playback level, because the Windows and Mac steps select the microphone as the playback device.

Gain, Headphone volume, Mute, Polar pattern1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Controls for Volume, Gain and Quick Mute. The four pattern modes are selected on the mic, see the manual.3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Controls page: volume/gain wheel (press and hold to switch volume and gain), mute on/off with a quick press and a recording setting dial for the four patterns. The LED ring shows volume, gain and mute.

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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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, 1/4 inch1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Description names the swivel mount adapter at 5/8 inch. The manual and the support tech specs add 1/4 inch.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Includes the microphone with 5/8 inch and 1/4 inch inputs for swivel mounting.4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Assembly page: 5/8 inch and 1/4 inch assembly with a 1/4 inch inset.

5/8 inch, 1/4 inch3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Assembly page: 5/8" and 1/4" assembly with a 1/4" inset. The product page names a 5/8 inch input for swivel mounting.

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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Pop filteriPop protection built in or in the box.

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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.

Yes1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026The In the Box picture lists a Microphone Stand and shows a tripod. The spec table lists Mic Stand under What's In The Box.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Includes list and the weight with stand and tripod position dimension show an included stand.4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Assembly page shows the tripod base fitted to the microphone.

Yes1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026What's In The Box lists Microphone, Mic Stand and Charging Cable. The manual shows a tripod base assembled to the microphone.3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Assembly page: base assembly with a folding tripod leg screwed to the microphone. Setup page drawing shows the microphone on a tripod.

Design and build

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Housing material

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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 pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Customizable LED Yes. The manual lists 11 LED interface modes including color fade, color wipe and rainbow.4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026LED interface list: 1 color fade, 2 color wipe, 3 rainbow, 4 blue, 5 purple, 6 green, 7 cyan, 8 yellow, 9 orange, 10 pink, 11 white. A rear button turns the interface on and off and switches it.

Yes1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Lighting LEDs Yes. The manual lists 11 selectable LED interface modes, including color fade, color wipe and rainbow.3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026LED interface list: 1 color fade, 2 color wipe, 3 rainbow, 4 blue, 5 purple, 6 green, 7 cyan, 8 yellow, 9 orange, 10 pink, 11 white. A rear button turns the interface on and off and switches it.

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

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Compatibility

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

Windows, macOS, Linux3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026System connection: Windows 7, 8, 10 and Mac 10.10 or higher. The manual adds Linux.4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Tips: works with almost any recording software on macOS, Windows or Linux. It will not work through most tablets or phones because of their power limits, so no mobile system is stored.

Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026FAQ: compatible with PC, Mac and Chromebook operating systems. The manual says it works with almost any recording software on macOS, Windows or Linux, and will not work through most tablets or mobile phones, so no mobile OS is stored.3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Works with almost any recording software installed on macOS, Windows or Linux. Setup text lists Windows 7, 8, 10 and macOS 10.10 or higher. It will not work through most tablets or mobile phones due to their power limitations.

ConsolesiConsoles the maker lists for USB audio.

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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.

Height170mm3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Dimension: 170 x 55 x 65mm. The product page prints Length 6.69 in (170 mm), Width 2.17 in (55 mm) and Height 2.56 in (65 mm). The microphone is used upright, so the 170 mm length is the height. JLab does not say which of the other two sides is across, so width and depth are left out. Dimension with tripod position: 270 x 195 x 195mm.

Width70.1Height134.9mm(2.8 × 5.3 in)1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs print Product Length 5.31 in, Width 2.76 in and Height 2.09 in. Stored as exact conversions rounded to 0.1 mm. The mic is used upright, so the longest side (5.31 in) is the height and the 2.76 in side is the width. The 2.09 in side is left out. The older Talk page prints 135 x 70 x 63 mm, so the third side is not consistent between the two pages.

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

266.5g(9.4 oz)1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Product Weight (Total, g) 266.5. The support Tech Specs article calls this the microphone body weight.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Weight (Microphone Body): 266.5gr.

215g(7.6 oz)1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Tech specs: Product Weight (Total, g) 215. The description says the microphone body weighs 215 grams. The Talk page prints Weight (Microphone Body) 215gr and 412.7gr with the stand.

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

501.4g(1.1 lb)3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026Weight (Microphone with stand): 501.4gr. The stand is the included tripod. Cable weight is listed separately.

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Certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Epic Talk USB Microphone, Microphone Stand, USB-A to USB-C Cable1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026The In the Box picture lists Epic Talk USB Microphone, Microphone Stand and USB-A to USB-C Cable. The text lists a cable of 10ft while the spec table prints a cable length of 5 ft, so the cable length is not stored.

JBuds Talk Microphone, 5/8" Input for Swivel Mounting, 6.5ft USB-A to 90-Degree USB-C, JLab 2 Year Limited Warranty1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Includes line copied from the tech specs: JBuds Talk Microphone, 5/8" Input for Swivel Mounting, 6.5ft USB-A to 90-Degree USB-C, and JLab 2 Year Limited Warranty. The tech spec table prints Cable Length 5 ft and Cable Type C to C, which conflicts with the 6.5 ft USB-A cable in this line, so the cable length is not stored.

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Product page

www.jlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-black1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026

jlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-black1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

help.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specs3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026JLab support article Epic Talk - Tech Specs, the maker's spec list for this model.

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Manual

help.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdf4Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_Epic_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026JLab three-page Epic Talk USB Microphone manual.

help.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdf3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026JLab JBuds Talk Microphone Manual, 3 pages, English.

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.

2years1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/epic-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Description and shipping box: JLab 2-year limited warranty.3Maker product pagehelp.jlab.com/pages/epic-talk-tech-specsRead 15 October 2026General: 2 year warranty.

2years1Maker product pagejlab.com/products/jbuds-talk-usb-microphone-blackRead 15 October 2026Free shipping, 2-year warranty and 30-day returns. Includes: JLab 2 Year Limited Warranty. The manual calls it a two year limited warranty.3Owner's manualhelp.jlab.com/cdn/shop/files/en_JBuds_Talk_Microphone_Manual.pdfRead 15 October 2026Your warranty: two year limited warranty.

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