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Amazon Basics USB Condenser Microphone

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USB Condenser Microphone

Released August 2024.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20250805015351/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Wayback copy of the Amazon US page from 2025-08-05: Date First Available August 27, 2024. The earliest customer review in that copy is dated October 18, 2024. Last checked 14 October 2026.

Type
Condenser
Polar patterns
Cardioid
Outputs
USB
Frequency response
20 Hz / 20 kHz

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General

Series
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Model numbers
AMZ-S6524A1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Item model number and Mfr Part Number AMZ-S6524A. Amazon Basics is Amazon's own brand and the page is the maker's listing.
GTIN / EAN
8403244134271Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026UPC 840324413427 in the product details table.
Announced
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Status
Available1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026The page sells the microphone, in stock, shipped and sold by Amazon.com.5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review of 2025-07-31: available at Amazon for about $26 or 23 GBP.7Press articlebgr.com/1982565/amazon-basics-new-microphone-razerRead 14 October 2026BGR, 2025-10-02: the Amazon Basics USB Condenser Microphone is on sale at about $27.
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Black1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Black is the only colour offered.
Microphone type
Condenser1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Bullet: condenser microphone with a large 14mm diaphragm.

Capsule and pickup

Capsule size
14mm1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Bullet: large 14mm diaphragm. An image on the page says large 0.6 in / 1.4 cm diaphragm.
Capsules
11Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026The page names one large 14mm diaphragm and Number of Channels 1. It prints no capsule count, so one is the reading of a single cardioid capsule.
Polar patterns
Cardioid1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Bullet: cardioid pickup pattern. The detail table says Unidirectional.
Address type
Side address1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Not stated in words. The upright microphone has the mute button on its front body and the page graphic says cardioid focuses front and sides. The grille is on top, so it is stored as side address. Check against a manual if one is found.

Sound specs

Frequency response
Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Detail table: Minimum Frequency 20 hertz and Maximum Frequency 20 KHz. PC Gamer prints 50 Hz to 20,000 Hz, and the maker value is stored. The Amazon US page printed no frequency rows in an August 2025 archive copy.2Maker product pageamazon.ca/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 KHz and Maximum Frequency 20000 hertz.
Sensitivity (analog)
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Sensitivity (digital)
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Max SPL
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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
75dB1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Detail table: Signal-to-Noise Ratio 75 dB. Reference level and weighting are not stated. The same page prints 75 dB for Audio Sensitivity and for noise, so the figure is low confidence.
Dynamic range
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Output impedance
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Connectivity

Outputs
USB1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Connectivity Technology: USB. Bullet: plug and play, no drivers.
Inputs for other sources
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USB and XLR at once
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USB port
USB-C2Maker product pageamazon.ca/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Connector Type: Type C on the Amazon Canada detail table. PC Gamer says the cable is USB Type-C to Type-A.5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec list: connectivity USB Type-C to Type-A.
Cable host plug
USB-A5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026The microphone ships with a USB Type-C to Type-A cable. The Amazon page image shows a USB-A plug on the cable.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/budget-or-bust-i-think-this-usd26-amazon-basics-usb-desktop-microphone-should-make-more-expensive-models-a-little-nervousRead 14 October 2026Box: a USB Type-A to Type-C cable, a brief quickstart leaflet and nothing else besides the stand and microphone.
Cable length
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Phantom power
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Digital audio

Max bit depth
16bits5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec list: recording sample rate 48 kHz 16-bit. The text says it records at a 48 kHz 16-bit sample rate and that 24-bit would be nice.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/budget-or-bust-i-think-this-usd26-amazon-basics-usb-desktop-microphone-should-make-more-expensive-models-a-little-nervousRead 14 October 2026Key specs: cardioid, 48 kHz sample rate, 16-bit depth.
Max sample rate
48kHz5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec list: recording sample rate 48 kHz 16-bit. The maker page states no sample rate.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/budget-or-bust-i-think-this-usd26-amazon-basics-usb-desktop-microphone-should-make-more-expensive-models-a-little-nervousRead 14 October 2026Key specs: 48 kHz sample rate. The text says it records at up to 48 kHz 16 bit.
32-bit float recording
No5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026The reviewer names 16-bit as the recording depth and says 24-bit is not offered, so there is no 32-bit float format.

Monitoring

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Headphone output
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Zero-latency monitoring
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Controls and processing

Onboard controls
Mute1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Bullet: one-tap silent mode, built-in one-tap mute that syncs with the computer. No other control is listed.5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Mute button on the front with an LED for on and muted. The review lists no gain or other control.
Onboard processing
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Mounting and accessories

Mount threads
5/8 inch1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Bullet: can be detached and installed on tripods, boom arms or stands with a standard 5/8 inch thread. Graphic: fits 5/8 in thread stands.
Shock mount
Internal1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Bullet: built-in shock absorber and silicone rubber microphone boot. The graphic says built-in shock absorber to reduce vibration noise.5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026Spec list: built-in shock absorber. A rubber base on the stand also helps against bumps.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/budget-or-bust-i-think-this-usd26-amazon-basics-usb-desktop-microphone-should-make-more-expensive-models-a-little-nervousRead 14 October 2026It has an internal shock mount.
Pop filter
Not available
Desk stand included
Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Title and bullets: adjustable stand with 360 degree rotation. The stand is detachable.

Design and build

Housing material
Plastic or plastic alloy1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Enclosure Material: Plastic or plastic alloy. PC Gamer says the chassis and stand are plastic and the grille is metal.5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026The chassis and stand are thick matte plastic and the grille is metal.
RGB lighting
No5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026The review says RGB-lit design touches would be a nice addition, so the microphone has none. Its LED only shows on and muted.
Lighting zones
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Software

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Software
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User firmware updates
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Compatibility

Works with
Windows, macOS1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026Bullet: Windows OS 7, XP, 8, 10 or higher and Mac OS 10.10 or higher. Graphic: works with Windows 7+ and Mac 10.10+.
Consoles
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Dimensions and weight

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Microphone dimensions
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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

In the box
Microphone, Cable1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0CL9BTQRFRead 14 October 2026What's in the box: Microphone, Cable. The stand is part of the product and is not named in the list. PC Gamer also lists a quickstart leaflet.5Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/amazon-basics-usb-condenser-microphone-reviewRead 14 October 2026A microphone, a stand to screw it to and a USB Type-C to Type-A cable.6Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/microphones/budget-or-bust-i-think-this-usd26-amazon-basics-usb-desktop-microphone-should-make-more-expensive-models-a-little-nervousRead 14 October 2026Box: microphone, stand, USB Type-A to Type-C cable and a quickstart leaflet.

Warranty

Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year4Maker spec sheet (PDF)m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81PEcUwjyiL.pdfRead 14 October 2026Limited Warranty for Amazon Private Brands, linked from the product page: Amazon Basics products 1 year from the original retail purchase. US document.

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