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Maono PD300X vs Shure MV7+
Product A: Maono
38 of 61 known
Product B: Shure
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- 15 different values
- 10 known for one only
- 16 the same
- 12 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 69 microphones.
- Sample rateA: 192kHzB: 48kHzMaono is 4 times higher.
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General
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Series
Model numbers
PD300X, PD300XT1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026The store variants are PD300X Mic Only, PD300XT With Stand Table and two PD300XS kits with a BA37 or BA92 boom arm. The boom arm kits change the box and not the microphone, so they are not stored.2Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphone.jsonRead 14 October 2026Store variant titles PD300X and PD300XT. Store SKU of the mic only variant is C.01.01.002.00897.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQ5CWB2XRead 14 October 2026Item data: Model Number PD300X, Mfr Part Number PD300X. The PD300XT is its own listing with Mfr Part Number PD300XT.8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRXC59LLRead 14 October 2026Item data: Model Number PD300XT Dynamic Microphone, Mfr Part Number PD300XT.
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Status
Available4Press releaseshure.com/en-US/newsroom/shure-empowers-content-creators-with-next-level-recording-and-streaming-equipment-introducing-the-new-mv7-microphoneRead 14 October 20265Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/microphones/shure-mv7plus-podcast-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review of 2024-08-16: on sale at Amazon and Shure's website.6Press articletechcrunch.com/2024/04/09/shure-mv7-the-best-usb-podcast-mic-gets-betterRead 14 October 2026Now available in black.
Predecessor
Maono PD200X10Press articlechip.pl/2025/01/maono-pd300x-i-mikrofon-dynamicznyRead 14 October 2026Chip.pl's launch article calls the PD200X the predecessor of the PD300X.12Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/maono-pd300x-microphone-reviewRead 23 October 2026CGMagazine's review calls the PD200X the predecessor of the PD300X.
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$2794Press releaseshure.com/en-US/newsroom/shure-empowers-content-creators-with-next-level-recording-and-streaming-equipment-introducing-the-new-mv7-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Starting at $279 USD for black and, later, white. The MV7+ Podcast kit with the black microphone and a Gator mic stand starts at $299 USD. No euro price is in the release.5Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/microphones/shure-mv7plus-podcast-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026MSRP $279. The microphone with a desktop stand is $299.
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Black, White1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7Read 14 October 2026The page offers Black and White.4Press releaseshure.com/en-US/newsroom/shure-empowers-content-creators-with-next-level-recording-and-streaming-equipment-introducing-the-new-mv7-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Two colors, black and white. The white version came later in summer 2024.
Microphone type
Dynamic1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Spec: Element Type, Dynamic.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026English user manual, page 3 specification: Element Type, Dynamic. The file is the maker's 122 page, 7 language manual and was read as page images.
Capsule and pickup
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Capsule size
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Capsules
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Address type
Sound specs
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Frequency response
Min40 HzMax16 kHz1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Spec: Frequency Response 40Hz-16kHz. The manual prints the same range. GSMGoTech prints 50 Hz to 16 kHz, which no maker source supports.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 3: Frequency Reponse 40Hz-16kHz. Page 4 has the response graph.
Sensitivity (analog)
-52dBV/Pa1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Spec: Sensitivity XLR:-52dBV. The manual prints -52dBV/Pa.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 4: Sensitivity XLR: -52dBV/Pa. The USB value -10.5dBFS/Pa (Max) is not stored. The (Max) wording and the numbers fit the maximum gain of +42 dB, and this field wants a value at minimum gain.
Sensitivity (digital)
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-33dBFS1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7Read 14 October 2026Page data lists sensitivity -33.0 dBFS/Pa. The user guide ties -33 dBV/Pa to the USB-C connection.2Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/view/guide/MV7plus/en-US.pdfRead 14 October 2026Spec table: -33 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage with USB-C connection, 1 Pa = 94 dB SPL, at minimum gain and flat mode. The adjustable gain range is 0 to +36 dB. The output is digital over USB, so the value is stored as digital sensitivity.
Max SPL
130dB SPL1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Spec: Max.SPL >130dB SPL. The manual prints 130dB SPL with no distortion level. Tom's Guide prints 135 dB. The manual is stored.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 4: Max. SPL 130dB SPL. No distortion level is printed.
Max SPL distortion limit
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Self-noise
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Digital noise floor
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Signal-to-noise ratio
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Dynamic range
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Output impedance
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Connectivity
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Outputs
USB, XLR1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Spec: Connection Type, USB, USB Type-C, XLR.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 3: Connectivity, XLR & USB-C.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD300X-FAQsRead 14 October 2026Q1: PD300X supports USB or XLR wired connections. USB connects to computers, smartphones or tablets and XLR works with audio interfaces.
Inputs for other sources
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USB and XLR at once
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USB port
USB-C1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Spec: Connection Type, USB Type-C. The FAQ says connect the Type-C port to the computer.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 2 overview: USB-C. The box cable is a USB A&C to USB C 2-in-1 cable. Its computer end takes both USB-A and USB-C, so the cable host plug is not stored.
Cable host plug
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Cable length
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Phantom power
Digital audio
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Max bit depth
Max sample rate
192kHz1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Spec: Bit Depth/Sample Rate 24bit/192kHz. The FAQ says the microphone supports 24bit/48kHz or 24bit/192kHz output. The Maono Link recorder defaults to 48 kHz and 16 bit.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 3: Sample Rate 192kHz/24bit.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD300X-FAQsRead 14 October 2026Q6: 24bit/48kHz or 24bit/192kHz audio output.
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Monitoring
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Headphone output
Yes3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 2 overview: 3.5mm Headphone Jack on the back of the microphone.9Reviewdigitalcameraworld.com/audio/microphones/maono-pd300x-usb-xlr-podcasting-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review of 30 May 2025: headphones plug into the rear of the microphone.
Zero-latency monitoring
Yes3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 3 says the microphone has a real-time voice monitoring function. Amazon's image says 0-Delay Monitoring and CHIP says monitoring without delay.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQ5CWB2XRead 14 October 2026Maker A+ content on the listing: 0-Delay Monitoring.10Press articlechip.pl/2025/01/maono-pd300x-i-mikrofon-dynamicznyRead 14 October 2026Article: the headphone jack on the back monitors what the microphone records without delay.
Yes1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7Read 14 October 2026Page: monitor your audio in real-time via the 3.5mm headphone jack. The text for musicians says latency-free monitoring via the headphone jack.2Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/view/guide/MV7plus/en-US.pdfRead 14 October 20263.5 mm monitor output for latency-free monitoring.
Controls and processing
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Onboard controls
Gain, Headphone volume, Monitor mix, Mute3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 9: the 3-in-1 knob adjusts microphone gain, headphone volume and monitor mix, and a mode with a custom function. The mute button mutes on a short press.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD300X-FAQsRead 14 October 2026Q14: in XLR mode the knobs and lights are disabled and the audio interface controls volume. In USB mode the knobs adjust volume and monitoring.6Maker product pageupdate.maono.com/Html/PD300X/PD300X%20User%20Guide.htmlRead 14 October 2026Software guide: the mute button supports custom functions on a long press.9Reviewdigitalcameraworld.com/audio/microphones/maono-pd300x-usb-xlr-podcasting-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: a control knob adjusts input level and headphone volume, pressing it toggles between them, and a mute button is on the body.
Mute1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7Read 14 October 2026Instantly mute the microphone by tapping anywhere on the LED panel. Gain and monitor mix are set in MOTIV Mix.2Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/view/guide/MV7plus/en-US.pdfRead 14 October 2026The LED touch panel mutes the microphone when touched. Mute lock is set in MOTIV Mix. Gain and monitor mix show on the panel but are set in MOTIV Mix.
Onboard processing
Noise gate, EQ, High-pass filter, Compressor, Limiter1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026The page lists EQ, limiter and compressor adjustment in Maono Link and a 5-level noise reduction system with a one-button noise reduction. Amazon lists On-Board DSP as a special feature. See the manual entry for the basis. It is not stated that the settings stay active with the app closed.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 3 lists Advanced DSP function. The description names 10-band EQ, Hi-pass filter, Low-pass filter, Noise Gate, Compressor and Limiter. Page 9: holding the mute button for 2 s turns on the custom function, which can be noise gate, EQ preset or EQ custom. Noise gate is the default custom function. Low-pass filter has no matching option.6Maker product pageupdate.maono.com/Html/PD300X/PD300X%20User%20Guide.htmlRead 14 October 2026Software guide: the Basic area has a noise reduction gate, the Scene area has PEQ, limiter and compressor, and HPF and LPF. The effector supports up to 24 bit/192 kHz and new functions come with firmware upgrades. The mute button long press turns on noise gate, microphone monitoring, headset monitoring or lights.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQ5CWB2XRead 14 October 2026Special Feature: On-Board DSP. The bullets name limiters, compressors and high-pass filters in Maono Link.
Auto level, Compressor, Limiter, Noise reduction, EQ, High-pass filter, Plosive reduction1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7Read 14 October 2026Page lists Auto Level Mode, real-time Denoiser, Digital Popper Stopper, three reverbs and sound signature, EQ and compression in MOTIV Mix. The user guide spec table lists the on-board DSP and says the device stores the most recently used settings.2Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/view/guide/MV7plus/en-US.pdfRead 14 October 2026Spec table, on-board DSP: Auto-Level Mode, Digital Popper Stopper, Real-time Denoiser, Tone Slider, Reverb, Compressor, Limiter, High-Pass Filter. Digital Popper Stopper is stored as plosive reduction and the Tone Slider as EQ. Reverb has no matching option. Manual mode sets gain, compressor and limiter, and Auto Level is the default. The guide says the device stores the most recently used settings.
Mounting and accessories
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Mount threads
Shock mount
Included1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026FAQ: all-metal body, including a shock mount.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 3 features: Shock mount included. Page 2 overview shows the shock mount.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQ5CWB2XRead 14 October 2026A+ content: Metal Shock Mount.9Reviewdigitalcameraworld.com/audio/microphones/maono-pd300x-usb-xlr-podcasting-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: the PD300X ships in a shock mount, a circular rubber cradle that suspends the microphone in a metal ring.
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Pop filter
Foam windscreen1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Page: a high porosity foam filter blocks plosives. Digital Camera World and CHIP say the foam slides off the head of the microphone.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQ5CWB2XRead 14 October 2026A+ content: Microphone Windscreen.9Reviewdigitalcameraworld.com/audio/microphones/maono-pd300x-usb-xlr-podcasting-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: slide off the foam pop-shield and you find the capsule behind a metal mesh.10Press articlechip.pl/2025/01/maono-pd300x-i-mikrofon-dynamicznyRead 14 October 2026Article: the capsule sits under a thick removable foam, a pop filter.
Desk stand included
No1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7Read 14 October 2026The box list has no stand. The bundle MV7+-K-BNDL adds the Shure-by-Gator Desktop Microphone Stand.5Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/microphones/shure-mv7plus-podcast-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026The review says the MV7+ does not come with a boom arm or a desktop stand.
Design and build
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Housing material
RGB lighting
Lighting zones
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Software
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Software
Maono Link1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Page: EQ, limiter and compressor adjustment in Maono Link.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 3: Maono Link software. Pages 13 and 14 give the Maono Link guide.6Maker product pageupdate.maono.com/Html/PD300X/PD300X%20User%20Guide.htmlRead 14 October 2026Maono Link software functions for the PD300X.
MOTIV Mix1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7Read 14 October 2026MOTIV Mix desktop app. MOTIV Audio and MOTIV Video are the mobile apps.2Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/view/guide/MV7plus/en-US.pdfRead 14 October 2026Software compatibility: MOTIV Mix desktop app, Shure MOTIV Audio and Video apps.
User firmware updates
Yes1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026FAQ: use Maono Link to check whether the product runs the latest firmware and download newer firmware.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD300X-FAQsRead 14 October 2026Q17: update the microphone's firmware to the latest version through Maono Link.
Compatibility
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Works with
Windows, macOS, iOS, Android1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 2026Page: compatible devices Laptop, Audio Interface, Personal Computer, MAC iOS, Smartphone. See the manual and FAQ entries for the system versions.3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 4: Compatible OS Windows10, Mac OS 10.15, iOS 15 or higher. A note on page 2 says an MFi-certified USB-C to Lightning microphone cable is needed for iOS devices. Android comes from the FAQ.5Maker product pagefaq.maono.com/docs/PD300X-FAQsRead 14 October 2026Q3: Android phones connect to the Type-C port and some need OTG. iPhone 15 and above connect directly. iPhone 14 and below need a Lightning-to-USB adapter. Q17: Windows 10 1803 and macOS 10.13 or later for professional software. Tablets are named for USB use, but no tablet operating system is named.
Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Android1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7Read 14 October 2026MOTIV Mix on Windows 10 and higher and Mac OS 12 and higher. MOTIV Audio and Video apps on iOS 16 and higher and Android OS 12 and higher. iPadOS follows from the Made for iPad certification list in the user guide.2Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/view/guide/MV7plus/en-US.pdfRead 14 October 2026Windows 10 and higher, macOS 12 and higher, iOS 16 and higher, Android 12 and higher. The certification section lists Made for iPad models.
Consoles
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Dimensions and weight
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Microphone dimensions
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Width90Height164Depth169.5mm(3.5 × 6.5 × 6.7 in)2Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/view/guide/MV7plus/en-US.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overall dimensions drawing, page 13: 169.5 mm long, 90 mm wide and 164.0 mm high, with the yoke and its mount post. The microphone points along the length, so the depth is 169.5 mm.
Microphone weight
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Weight with stand
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Certifications
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone, 5/8" to 3/8" Thread Adapter, USB A&C to USB C 2-in-1 Cable, User Manual3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/F1Ft9E1E4GL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 2 packing list, without the counts of 1 each.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQ5CWB2XRead 14 October 2026Included Components: 5/8" to 3/8" Thread Adapter, USB-C to USB-A&C Cable, USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone, User Manual. The maker's page image gives the same four items.8Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DRXC59LLRead 14 October 2026Included Components: 5/8" to 3/8" Thread Adapter, Microphone Stand, USB-C to USB-A&C Cable, USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone, User Manual.
MV7+ Black, MV7+ White, USB-C to USB-C cable, Quick Start Guide, Shure-by-Gator Desktop Microphone Stand1Maker product pageshure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7Read 14 October 2026Box lists of the SKUs: 1 MV7+ Black (or White), 1 USB-C to USB-C cable, 1 Quick Start Guide. MV7+-K-BNDL adds 1 Shure-by-Gator Desktop Microphone Stand. The user guide also lists a black foam windscreen and a 5/8 in to 3/8 in thread adapter as furnished accessories, which the page box list leaves out.2Owner's manualpubs.shure.com/view/guide/MV7plus/en-US.pdfRead 14 October 2026Furnished accessories: 3 meter USB-C to USB-C cable, black foam windscreen and a thread adapter. Version 1.11 (2026-H) of the guide.
Links
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year1Maker product pagemaono.com/products/maono-pd300x-usb-and-xlr-dynamic-microphoneRead 14 October 202612 Month Warranty Protection on the store page, US store. Amazon US lists a 2 Year Manufacturer warranty for its own listing.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0DQ5CWB2XRead 14 October 2026Item data: Warranty Description, 2 Year Manufacturer. The maker's own store says 12 months.
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