GAMDIAS Pheme M1 Review | 76 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£35
  • Avg. price in US: ~$40
  • Connection type: USB
  • Transducer type: condenser
  • Max SPL: 110 dB SPL
  • Supported sample rates: 44.1, 48, 96, 192 kHz
  • Output connector type: USB-c

GAMDIAS Pheme M1 review. Compare 76 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among microphones and if it is worth buying.

7.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the microphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best microphones on the market.

Score components:

75.0%

7.4

Technical Score

25.0%

7.3

User score

Very good
7.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the microphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: sound quality, sensitivity, pickup pattern, connectivity, onboard controls, accessories, compatibility, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare microphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

7.8

Audio Performance

20.0%

9.1

Recording

16.0%

1.0

Pickup Patterns

16.0%

8.1

Controls & Features

10.0%

10

Power

7.0%

10

Compatibility

5.0%

6.8

Connectivity

3.0%

8.3

Design

3.0%

9.3

Accessories

Very good
7.3

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the microphone.

When it matters: When you want to know how a microphone performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.1

Popularity

User score:
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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

Very good
  • 9.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    25.0%

    10

    Zero-latency monitoring

    25.0%

    10

    Onboard gain control

    20.0%

    10

    Mute function

    20.0%

    5.5

    Volume control levels

    10.0%

    10

    RGB lighting

  • 7.8
    Podcasting

    Score components:

    25.0%

    1.0

    Cardioid pattern

    20.0%

    10

    Zero-latency monitoring

    20.0%

    10

    Onboard gain control

    20.0%

    10

    Audio interface bit depth

    15.0%

    10

    Audio interface sample rate

  • 4.6
    Vocal recording

    Score components:

    40.0%

    1.0

    Max SPL

    20.0%

    10

    Highest frequency

    20.0%

    10

    Lowest frequency

    20.0%

    1.0

    Cardioid pattern

  • 9.3
    Streaming

    Score components:

    25.0%

    10

    Loopback support

    25.0%

    10

    Zero-latency monitoring

    20.0%

    10

    Onboard gain control

    15.0%

    10

    Mute function

    15.0%

    5.5

    Volume control levels

  • 8.6
    Camera use

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.3

    Weight

    25.0%

    10

    Windscreen included

    25.0%

    10

    Shock mount included

    10.0%

    4.7

    Height

    10.0%

    3.5

    Width

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Verdict

The Gamdias Pheme M1 is a high-resolution USB condenser microphone featuring a 14mm capsule, a 192kHz/24-bit sampling rate, and a supercardioid pickup pattern designed to isolate vocals from ambient noise. Its main characteristics include 12 customizable RGB lighting modes, a capacitive mute button with an LED indicator, a dedicated gain control knob, and a 'streammix' dial for real-time monitoring via a 3.5mm headphone jack. Pros include its compact, foldable design that collapses to 17cm, built-in shock mount, and plug-and-play compatibility with a 5/8" thread for boom arm mounting. However, notable cons include an Environment Noise Cancellation (ENC) mode that some users find ineffective, a plastic base that can be prone to tipping if not carefully balanced, and a tendency to pick up significant handling noise and plosives if used without its included pop filter.

Technical Specifications of GAMDIAS Pheme M1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the microphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: sound quality, sensitivity, pickup pattern, connectivity, onboard controls, accessories, compatibility, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare microphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

20.0%

7.8

Audio Performance

20.0%

9.1

Recording

16.0%

1.0

Pickup Patterns

16.0%

8.1

Controls & Features

10.0%

10

Power

7.0%

10

Compatibility

5.0%

6.8

Connectivity

3.0%

8.3

Design

3.0%

9.3

Accessories

7.4
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a technical score of 7.39 points, which is higher than 69.9% of microphones.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the microphone.

When it matters: When you want to know how a microphone performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.1

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
5.0
(2)
United States
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5.0
(2)

(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

7.3
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a user score of 7.34 points, which is lower than 86.4% of microphones.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the microphone.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.1
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a popularity of 1.1 points, which is lower than 67.8% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the microphone's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a microphone with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.2
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.2 points, which is higher than 63.3% of products in this category.
Microphone type
What it is: The overall microphone class intended for uses such as studio work, lavalier recording, handheld speech, or instrument capture.
When it matters: When you are choosing the right microphone style for studio work, interviews, streaming, or instruments.

Importance: LOW

studio
Transducer type
What it is: The transducer technology used to convert sound into an electrical signal.
When it matters: When you are choosing between condenser, dynamic, or ribbon behavior for your room and voice.

Importance: LOW

condenser
Diaphragm size
What it is: The diameter of the microphone diaphragm that reacts to incoming sound pressure.
When it matters: When you compare small and large diaphragm microphones for vocal detail, room tone, or transient response.

Importance: LOW

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Capsule type
What it is: The capsule construction used inside the microphone to capture sound.
When it matters: When you compare different capsule designs for tone, detail, or recording style.

Importance: LOW

single
Sensitivity
What it is: The output level produced by the microphone for a given sound pressure reference.
When it matters: When you need enough output level without driving your preamp too hard.

Importance: LOW

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Connection type
What it is: The connection standard used to link the microphone with recorders, mixers, phones, or computers.
When it matters: When you need the microphone to plug directly into the device you actually record with.

Importance: LOW

USB
Output connector type
What it is: The type of output connector used by the microphone for sending its audio signal.
When it matters: When you need the microphone to connect to a specific kind of input on your gear.

Importance: LOW

USB-c
Headphone output
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone has a headphone output for direct monitoring.
When it matters: When you want to hear your own voice directly while recording or streaming.

Importance: LOW

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a headphone output. 62.9% of microphones include this output.
3.5 mm audio jack
What it is: Indicates whether a 3.5 mm audio jack is available for monitoring or direct connection.
When it matters: When you want to plug headphones or a cable directly into a standard 3.5 mm socket.

Importance: LOW

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a 3.5 mm jack. 62.8% of microphones include this connector.
6.35 mm audio jack connector
What it is: Indicates whether a 6.35 mm audio jack connector is present on the microphone or included interface.
When it matters: When your headphones, mixer, or instrument chain relies on a 6.35 mm jack connection.

Importance: LOW

no
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 does not include a 6.35 mm jack. 2% of microphones include this connector.
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Supported sample rates
What it is: The digital sample rates supported by the microphone for recording or monitoring.
When it matters: When you need the microphone to support the sample rates used in your recording workflow.

Importance: LOW

44.1, 48, 96, 192 kHz
Supported bit depths
What it is: The digital bit depth values supported by the microphone for audio capture.
When it matters: When you want more digital recording resolution for editing or processing later.

Importance: LOW

24 bit
Audio interface sample rate
What it is: The audio interface sample rates supported by the microphone for digital capture or monitoring.
When it matters: When you need the microphone interface to support the sample rate used by your recording or streaming setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

192 kHz
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports an interface sample rate of 192 kHz which is higher than that of 82.9% of microphones and equal to that of 17.1% of microphones.
Audio interface bit depth
What it is: The audio interface bit depths supported by the microphone for digital recording quality.
When it matters: When you want the microphone interface to support the bit depth used in your recording chain.

Importance: LOW

24 bit
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports an interface bit depth of 24 bit which is higher than that of 41.8% of microphones and equal to that of 57.1% of microphones.
Signal-to-noise ratio (DAC)
What it is: The signal to noise ratio of the integrated DAC or headphone interface stage.
When it matters: When you monitor through the microphone headphone output and want that digital path to stay quiet.

Importance: MEDIUM

72 dB
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a DAC SNR of 72 dB which is lower than that of 84.1% of microphones.
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N. of polar patterns
What it is: The number of selectable pickup patterns available for different recording situations.
When it matters: When one microphone has to cover solo voice, room sound, and interview style setups.

Importance: MEDIUM

1
The number of selectable polar patterns offered by GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is 1, which is equal to that of 75.4% of microphones.
Cardioid pattern
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers a cardioid pickup pattern for front focused capture.
When it matters: When you want to isolate one speaker in front of the microphone for podcasts, calls, or streaming.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 does not support a cardioid pickup pattern. 91.5% of microphones support this pattern.
Omnidirectional pattern
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers an omnidirectional pickup pattern for 360 degree capture.
When it matters: When you want to capture everyone around the microphone instead of one voice from the front.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 does not support an omnidirectional pickup pattern. 26.1% of microphones support this pattern.
Hypercardioid pattern
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers a hypercardioid pickup pattern with narrower front focus.
When it matters: When you want stronger rejection of sounds coming from the sides in a noisy room.

Importance: LOW

no
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 does not support a hypercardioid pickup pattern. 1.5% of microphones support this pattern.
Bidirectional pattern
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers a bidirectional pickup pattern for front and rear capture.
When it matters: When you record two people facing each other with one microphone between them.

Importance: LOW

no
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 does not support a bidirectional pickup pattern. 17.1% of microphones support this pattern.
Mute function
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone has a built in mute control for quickly silencing the signal.
When it matters: When you need to silence the microphone instantly during live calls, streams, or meetings.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a mute function. 67.8% of microphones include this control.
Onboard gain control
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone provides a built in control for adjusting input gain.
When it matters: When different speakers or scenes need fast gain changes without touching the interface.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes onboard gain control. 51% of microphones include this control.
Volume control levels
What it is: The available volume level or volume adjustment provided directly on the microphone or its interface.
When it matters: When you want direct volume adjustment on the microphone or its built in interface.

Importance: LOW

1
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 offers volume output of 1 which is higher than that of 35.4% of microphones and equal to that of 48.7% of microphones.
Flat DSP mode
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone provides a flat DSP mode without tonal processing.
When it matters: When you want a neutral sound profile before adding your own EQ or processing.

Importance: LOW

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports a flat DSP mode. 25% of microphones offer this processing option.
DSP presets
What it is: The number of built in DSP preset modes available for different sound profiles.
When it matters: When you want quick tone changes for voice, streaming, or different recording scenes.

Importance: LOW

1
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 offers 1 DSP presets, which is more than 83.9% of microphones and equal to 0.5% of microphones.
One selectable ENC processing mode.
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Phantom power required
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone needs external phantom power to operate normally.
When it matters: When you use the microphone with an interface or mixer that may not provide phantom power.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 requires phantom power. 90.4% of microphones also require phantom power.
Phantom power voltage
What it is: The phantom power voltage required by the microphone for proper operation.
When it matters: When you must confirm that your power supply matches what the microphone actually expects.

Importance: LOW

N/A
USB bus-powered
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can be powered directly through its USB connection.
When it matters: When you want the microphone to run from a laptop or phone without a separate power supply.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports USB bus power. 85.9% of microphones support USB-powered operation.
Battery life
What it is: The expected operating time on battery power during portable or wireless use.
When it matters: When you use the microphone away from wall power for events, field work, or mobile video.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Height
What it is: The overall height of the microphone body, stand, or supplied desktop structure.
When it matters: When the microphone has to fit under a monitor, inside a booth, or into a limited desk space.

Importance: LOW

225 mm
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is 225 mm tall, which is taller than 78.5% of microphones.
Width
What it is: The overall width of the microphone body or its integrated base.
When it matters: When the microphone must fit between monitors, on a narrow desk, or inside a compact rig.

Importance: LOW

100 mm
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is 100 mm wide, which is wider than 84.7% of microphones and equal in width to 2% of microphones.
Thickness
What it is: The overall depth or front to back thickness of the microphone unit.
When it matters: When front to back depth decides whether the microphone clears your screen or keyboard area.

Importance: LOW

100 mm
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is 100 mm thick, which is thicker than 81.1% of microphones and equal in thickness to 1.6% of microphones.
Weight
What it is: The total mass of the microphone with its included or attached parts.
When it matters: When you mount the microphone on a small arm, pack it for travel, or hold it for long sessions.

Importance: LOW

369 g
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 weighs 369 g, which is lighter than 74.4% of microphones.
Body material
What it is: The main material used for the microphone body or housing.
When it matters: When you care about how sturdy, premium, or lightweight the microphone body feels over time.

Importance: LOW

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Included accessories
What it is: The accessories supplied in the box with the microphone for mounting, protection, or immediate use.
When it matters: When you want the box to include the accessories needed to set up and use the microphone right away.

Importance: LOW

stand; pop filter; windscreen; cable
Shock mount included
What it is: Indicates whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibration and handling noise.
When it matters: When desk vibrations or boom arm movement would otherwise travel into the recording.

Importance: LOW

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a shock mount. 49.5% of microphones include this accessory.
Pop filter included
What it is: Indicates whether a pop filter is included to reduce plosive sounds during speech recording.
When it matters: When you record speech up close and want to reduce strong p and b bursts.

Importance: LOW

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a pop filter. 60.9% of microphones include this accessory.
Windscreen included
What it is: Indicates whether a windscreen is included to reduce wind and breath noise.
When it matters: When you record outdoors or close to the mouth and want less wind or breath noise.

Importance: LOW

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a windscreen. 31.3% of microphones include this accessory.
Cable length
What it is: The length of the included or attached audio cable supplied with the microphone.
When it matters: When the microphone has to reach your desk, camera rig, or interface without extension cables.

Importance: LOW

1.8 m
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a cable length of 1.8 m which is shorter than that of 65.2% of microphones and equal to that of 15.5% of microphones.
Android compatibility
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can work properly with Android phones or tablets.
When it matters: When you plan to use the microphone with an Android phone or tablet without trial and error.

Importance: LOW

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is compatible with Android. 65.8% of microphones are compatible with Android.
iOS compatibility
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can work properly with iPhone or iPad devices.
When it matters: When you want the microphone to work properly with an iPhone or iPad setup.

Importance: LOW

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is compatible with iOS. 61.3% of microphones are compatible with iOS.
Windows compatibility
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can work properly with Windows computers.
When it matters: When your recording or streaming setup runs on a Windows computer.

Importance: LOW

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is compatible with Windows. 100% of microphones are compatible with Windows.
macOS compatibility
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can work properly with macOS computers.
When it matters: When your audio setup depends on a Mac or MacBook as the main recording machine.

Importance: LOW

yes
GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is compatible with macOS. 99.5% of microphones are compatible with macOS.
Xbox compatibility
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone is explicitly compatible with Xbox consoles or controllers.
When it matters: When you want to connect and use the microphone with an Xbox console or controller.

Importance: LOW

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GAMDIAS Pheme M1 vs the average microphone

  • 144 kHz higher interface sample rate
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (192 kHz vs 48 kHz). The average microphone audio interface supports 48 kHz.
    What it is: The audio interface sample rates supported by the microphone for digital capture or monitoring.
    When it matters: When you need the microphone interface to support the sample rate used by your recording or streaming setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (192 kHz vs 48 kHz). The average microphone audio interface supports 48 kHz.192 kHz vs 48 kHz
  • Supports loopback audio
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports loopback audio, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone supports loopback routing for combining input and system audio.
    When it matters: When you want to send your microphone signal and system audio into one stream or recording feed.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports loopback audio, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes mix control
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes mix control, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone lets you balance microphone audio and playback audio directly on the device.
    When it matters: When game audio or playback needs to be balanced against your live microphone level.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes mix control, the average microphone does not.
  • Supports flat DSP mode
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports a flat DSP mode, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone provides a flat DSP mode without tonal processing.
    When it matters: When you want a neutral sound profile before adding your own EQ or processing.

    Importance: LOW

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports a flat DSP mode, the average microphone does not.
  • 257 mW higher headphone output power
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a higher headphone output power than the average microphone (300 mW vs 43 mW). The average microphone has a headphone output power of 43 mW.
    At 32 ohms.
    What it is: The maximum power that the microphone headphone output can deliver to connected headphones.
    When it matters: When your headphones need enough power to reach a comfortable monitoring level.

    Importance: LOW

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a higher headphone output power than the average microphone (300 mW vs 43 mW). The average microphone has a headphone output power of 43 mW.300 mW vs 43 mW
  • 1 more DSP presets
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has more DSP presets than the average microphone (1 vs 0). The average microphone offers 0 DSP presets.
    One selectable ENC processing mode.
    What it is: The number of built in DSP preset modes available for different sound profiles.
    When it matters: When you want quick tone changes for voice, streaming, or different recording scenes.

    Importance: LOW

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has more DSP presets than the average microphone (1 vs 0). The average microphone offers 0 DSP presets.1 vs 0
  • Includes shock mount
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibration and handling noise.
    When it matters: When desk vibrations or boom arm movement would otherwise travel into the recording.

    Importance: LOW

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes windscreen
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether a windscreen is included to reduce wind and breath noise.
    When it matters: When you record outdoors or close to the mouth and want less wind or breath noise.

    Importance: LOW

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.
  • 257 mW higher headphone output power
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a higher headphone output power than the average microphone (300 mW vs 43 mW). The average microphone has a headphone output power of 43 mW.
  • 144 kHz higher interface sample rate
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (192 kHz vs 48 kHz). The average microphone audio interface supports 48 kHz.
  • Supports loopback audio
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports loopback audio, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes mix control
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes mix control, the average microphone does not.
  • Supports flat DSP mode
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 supports a flat DSP mode, the average microphone does not.
  • 1 more DSP presets
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has more DSP presets than the average microphone (1 vs 0). The average microphone offers 0 DSP presets.
  • Includes LED level indicator
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes an LED level indicator, the average microphone does not.
  • 3 newer release date
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is newer than the average microphone (2,023 vs 2,020). The average microphone was released in 2,020.
  • 35.6% lighter
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is lighter than the average microphone (369 g vs 573 g). The average microphone weighs 573 g.
  • Includes RGB lighting
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes RGB lighting, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes shock mount
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes windscreen
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.
  • 12 dB SPL lower limit
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a lower max SPL than the average microphone (110 dB SPL vs 122 dB SPL). The average microphone handles a max SPL of 122 dB SPL.
  • 18 dB lower DAC signal-to-noise ratio
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a lower DAC signal-to-noise ratio than the average microphone (72 dB vs 90 dB). The average microphone DAC has a signal-to-noise ratio of 90 dB.
  • No cardioid pickup
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 does not support cardioid pickup, the average microphone does.
  • 44 mm thicker body
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is thicker than the average microphone (100 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.
  • 40 mm taller body
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is taller than the average microphone (225 mm vs 185 mm). The average microphone has a height of 185 mm.
  • 44 mm wider body
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is wider than the average microphone (100 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a width of 56 mm.
  • 0.2 m shorter cable length
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a shorter cable than the average microphone (1.8 m vs 2 m). The average microphone has a cable length of 2 m.
  • 12 dB SPL lower limit
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a lower max SPL than the average microphone (110 dB SPL vs 122 dB SPL). The average microphone handles a max SPL of 122 dB SPL.
    What it is: The highest sound pressure level the microphone can handle before severe distortion occurs.
    When it matters: When the microphone has to survive loud vocals, drums, brass, or close guitar cabinets.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a lower max SPL than the average microphone (110 dB SPL vs 122 dB SPL). The average microphone handles a max SPL of 122 dB SPL.110 dB SPL vs 122 dB SPL
  • No cardioid pickup
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 does not support cardioid pickup, the average microphone does.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone offers a cardioid pickup pattern for front focused capture.
    When it matters: When you want to isolate one speaker in front of the microphone for podcasts, calls, or streaming.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 does not support cardioid pickup, the average microphone does.
  • 18 dB lower DAC signal-to-noise ratio
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a lower DAC signal-to-noise ratio than the average microphone (72 dB vs 90 dB). The average microphone DAC has a signal-to-noise ratio of 90 dB.
    What it is: The signal to noise ratio of the integrated DAC or headphone interface stage.
    When it matters: When you monitor through the microphone headphone output and want that digital path to stay quiet.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a lower DAC signal-to-noise ratio than the average microphone (72 dB vs 90 dB). The average microphone DAC has a signal-to-noise ratio of 90 dB.72 dB vs 90 dB
  • 44 mm thicker body
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is thicker than the average microphone (100 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.
    What it is: The overall depth or front to back thickness of the microphone unit.
    When it matters: When front to back depth decides whether the microphone clears your screen or keyboard area.

    Importance: LOW

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is thicker than the average microphone (100 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.100 mm vs 56 mm
  • 40 mm taller body
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is taller than the average microphone (225 mm vs 185 mm). The average microphone has a height of 185 mm.
    What it is: The overall height of the microphone body, stand, or supplied desktop structure.
    When it matters: When the microphone has to fit under a monitor, inside a booth, or into a limited desk space.

    Importance: LOW

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is taller than the average microphone (225 mm vs 185 mm). The average microphone has a height of 185 mm.225 mm vs 185 mm
  • 44 mm wider body
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is wider than the average microphone (100 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a width of 56 mm.
    What it is: The overall width of the microphone body or its integrated base.
    When it matters: When the microphone must fit between monitors, on a narrow desk, or inside a compact rig.

    Importance: LOW

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is wider than the average microphone (100 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a width of 56 mm.100 mm vs 56 mm
  • 0.2 m shorter cable length
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a shorter cable than the average microphone (1.8 m vs 2 m). The average microphone has a cable length of 2 m.
    What it is: The length of the included or attached audio cable supplied with the microphone.
    When it matters: When the microphone has to reach your desk, camera rig, or interface without extension cables.

    Importance: LOW

    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a shorter cable than the average microphone (1.8 m vs 2 m). The average microphone has a cable length of 2 m.1.8 m vs 2 m
  • 9% lower user score
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a lower user score than the average microphone (7.34 vs 8.000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the microphone.
    When it matters: When you want to know how a microphone performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    GAMDIAS Pheme M1 has a lower user score than the average microphone (7.34 vs 8.000).7.34 vs 8

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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

What customers like about GAMDIAS Pheme M1?

  • High-resolution 192kHz/24-bit recording provides natural and clear vocal quality
  • Excellent value for the price, often described as an exceptional 'bang-for-buck' option
  • Compact, foldable design with a small desk footprint and easy portability
  • Convenient physical controls including a capacitive mute button, gain knob, and 'streammix' dial
  • Versatile mounting options with a built-in 5/8 inch thread for boom arms
  • Aesthetic appeal with 12 customizable RGB lighting modes

What customers dislike about GAMDIAS Pheme M1?

  • Struggles with background noise despite the super-cardioid pattern when ENC is off
  • ENC (Environmental Noise Cancellation) mode can make voices sound muffled or 'digital'
  • The lightweight stand can be unstable and prone to toppling over during adjustments
  • Highly sensitive to touch, often producing audible 'pings' or vibration noise if handled
  • Built-in vibration dampening and shock protection are relatively ineffective
  • Can easily clip or distort when recording high-volume audio

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13/10/2023

The GAMDIAS Pheme M1 is a low-cost, super-cardioid streaming microphone evaluated by APH Networks. Priced at $50 USD, the unit ships safely in minimal packaging with a dual-purpose USB Type-C cable and a QR code directing users to the online manual. On the hardware front, it features a 14mm condenser capsule, a 192kHz/24-bit sample rate, a double-layer grille pop filter, a built-in...Read more

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