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

Haylou GX1 review. Compare 76 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among microphones and if it is worth buying.

7.3

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%

7.3

Technical Score

25.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.3

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%

9.2

Audio Performance

20.0%

7.6

Recording

16.0%

3.2

Pickup Patterns

16.0%

7.5

Controls & Features

10.0%

7.0

Power

7.0%

10

Compatibility

5.0%

7.1

Connectivity

3.0%

8.1

Design

3.0%

8.4

Accessories

Very good
?

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 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

  • 10
    Podcasting

    Score components:

    25.0%

    10

    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

  • 9.2
    Vocal recording

    Score components:

    40.0%

    ?

    Max SPL

    20.0%

    10

    Highest frequency

    20.0%

    10

    Lowest frequency

    20.0%

    10

    Cardioid pattern

  • 7.8
    Streaming

    Score components:

    25.0%

    4.0

    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

  • 7.4
    Camera use

    Score components:

    30.0%

    ?

    Weight

    25.0%

    4.0

    Windscreen included

    25.0%

    10

    Shock mount included

    10.0%

    8.0

    Height

    10.0%

    7.1

    Width

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £35

Best rankings

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Haylou GX1 is a condenser streaming microphone featuring a 25mm diaphragm capsule and a cardioid pickup pattern designed to capture clear vocals while minimizing background noise. It supports high-fidelity audio with a 24-bit depth and 192kHz sampling rate, alongside a frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz and -8dBFS/Pa sensitivity. Key pros include its premium aviation aluminum build, dynamic RGB lighting for visual status, and user-friendly controls like a one-key mute button and latency-free monitoring via a 3.5mm headphone jack. However, it is noted for being permanently attached to its stand, which prevents use with external boom arms, and its cardioid pattern can still pick up loud ambient sounds if the gain is not carefully adjusted.

Technical Specifications of Haylou GX1

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%

?

Audio Performance

20.0%

?

Recording

16.0%

?

Pickup Patterns

16.0%

?

Controls & Features

10.0%

?

Power

7.0%

?

Compatibility

5.0%

?

Connectivity

3.0%

?

Design

3.0%

?

Accessories

7.3
Haylou GX1 has a technical score of 7.29 points, which is higher than 66.3% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

?
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.
1.0
Haylou GX1 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 68.3% 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%

7.3

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.1
Haylou GX1 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is higher than 56.8% 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

25 inch / mm
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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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

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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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

?
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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 Haylou GX1 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

yes
Haylou GX1 supports a cardioid pickup pattern. 91% 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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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

no
Haylou GX1 does not support a flat DSP mode. 25.5% 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

0
Haylou GX1 offers 0 DSP presets, which is equal to 83.4% of microphones.
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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

yes
Haylou GX1 does not require phantom power. 9.1% of microphones also operate without 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
Haylou GX1 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

176.5 mm
Haylou GX1 is 176.5 mm tall, which is shorter than 58.5% 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

71.5 mm
Haylou GX1 is 71.5 mm wide, which is wider than 72.5% 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

71.5 mm
Haylou GX1 is 71.5 mm thick, which is thicker than 64.2% 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

?
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

aluminum
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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

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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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

no
Haylou GX1 does not include a windscreen. 31.8% 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

?
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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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
Haylou GX1 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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Haylou GX1 vs the average microphone

  • 144 kHz higher interface sample rate
    Haylou GX1 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

    Haylou GX1 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 wireless use
    Haylou GX1 supports wireless use, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone can transmit audio wirelessly rather than only through a cable.
    When it matters: When you want to use the microphone without being tied to a cable.

    Importance: LOW

    Haylou GX1 supports wireless use, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes shock mount
    Haylou GX1 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

    Haylou GX1 includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes RGB lighting
    Haylou GX1 includes RGB lighting, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone includes RGB lighting or decorative status lighting on its body.
    When it matters: When your setup needs lighting cues or you want the microphone to match a gaming desk aesthetic.

    Importance: LOW

    Haylou GX1 includes RGB lighting, the average microphone does not.
  • 2 newer release date
    Haylou GX1 is newer than the average microphone (2,022 vs 2,020). The average microphone was released in 2,020.
    September 2022.
    What it is: The period when the microphone model was officially introduced to the market.
    When it matters: When you want a newer microphone platform with current connectivity or software support.

    Importance: LOW

    Haylou GX1 is newer than the average microphone (2,022 vs 2,020). The average microphone was released in 2,020.2022 vs 2020
  • 2x cheaper
    Haylou GX1 is cheaper than the average microphone (£35 vs £70).
    Haylou GX1 is cheaper than the average microphone (£35 vs £70).£35 vs £70
  • Supports wireless use
    Haylou GX1 supports wireless use, the average microphone does not.
  • 144 kHz higher interface sample rate
    Haylou GX1 supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (192 kHz vs 48 kHz). The average microphone audio interface supports 48 kHz.
  • Includes RGB lighting
    Haylou GX1 includes RGB lighting, the average microphone does not.
  • 2 newer release date
    Haylou GX1 is newer than the average microphone (2,022 vs 2,020). The average microphone was released in 2,020.
  • Includes shock mount
    Haylou GX1 includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.

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Overall
Connectivity
Recording
Design
Accessories
  • 18 mW lower headphone output power
    Haylou GX1 has a lower headphone output power than the average microphone (25 mW vs 43 mW). The average microphone has a headphone output power of 43 mW.
  • Requires phantom power
    Haylou GX1 requires phantom power, while the average microphone does not.
  • 15.5 mm thicker body
    Haylou GX1 is thicker than the average microphone (71.5 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.
  • Requires phantom power
    Haylou GX1 requires phantom power, while the average microphone does not.
    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

    Haylou GX1 requires phantom power, while the average microphone does not.
  • 4.75x less popular
    Haylou GX1 has a lower popularity than the average microphone (1.00 vs 4.748).
    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.
    Haylou GX1 has a lower popularity than the average microphone (1.00 vs 4.748).1 vs 4.75
  • 18 mW lower headphone output power
    Haylou GX1 has a lower headphone output power than the average microphone (25 mW vs 43 mW). The average microphone has a headphone output power of 43 mW.
    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

    Haylou GX1 has a lower headphone output power than the average microphone (25 mW vs 43 mW). The average microphone has a headphone output power of 43 mW.25 mW vs 43 mW
  • 15.5 mm thicker body
    Haylou GX1 is thicker than the average microphone (71.5 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

    Haylou GX1 is thicker than the average microphone (71.5 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.71.5 mm vs 56 mm
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Haylou GX1?

  • Excellent sound quality that competes with more expensive standard microphones like the Blue Yeti
  • Solid build quality with an aluminum alloy stand and premium materials
  • Aesthetic RGB lighting that appeals to gamers and streamers
  • Easy plug-and-play setup without the need for additional drivers
  • Real-time, latency-free monitoring via a built-in 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Convenient physical controls for one-key muting and gain adjustment
  • Affordable price point offering great value for money

What customers dislike about Haylou GX1?

  • No dedicated software support for adjusting RGB, gain, or advanced audio effects
  • RGB lighting is not customizable and continuously cycles through multi-color patterns
  • No visual indicator on the continuous volume/gain knob to show current levels (e.g., 25% vs 85%)
  • Microphone is permanently attached to its stand, limiting compatibility with some external boom arms or mounts
  • Noticeable noise floor (hiss) when the gain is set above 60%
  • Sound pickup quality significantly decreases if the user is more than 2 meters away

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