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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£55
  • Avg. price in US: ~$60
  • Connection type: USB
  • Transducer type: dynamic
  • Max SPL: 127 dB SPL
  • Supported sample rates: 192 kHz
  • Output connector type: USB-c

MAONO PD100U review. Compare 76 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among microphones and if it is worth buying.

7.7

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%

7.2

Technical Score

25.0%

9.3

User score

Very good
7.2

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%

7.5

Audio Performance

20.0%

7.6

Recording

16.0%

3.2

Pickup Patterns

16.0%

7.9

Controls & Features

10.0%

10

Power

7.0%

10

Compatibility

5.0%

6.2

Connectivity

3.0%

6.5

Design

3.0%

7.8

Accessories

Very good
9.3

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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.4
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4.4
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4.6
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Exceptional
  • 8.5
    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%

    4.0

    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

  • 5.6
    Vocal recording

    Score components:

    40.0%

    7.1

    Max SPL

    20.0%

    1.0

    Highest frequency

    20.0%

    2.8

    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

  • 6.7
    Camera use

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.4

    Weight

    25.0%

    10

    Windscreen included

    25.0%

    4.0

    Shock mount included

    10.0%

    9.6

    Height

    10.0%

    6.1

    Width

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Verdict

The Maono PD100U is a professional-grade USB dynamic microphone featuring a cardioid polar pattern designed to minimize background noise and focus on the user's voice. It boasts high-resolution 192kHz/24-bit sampling and a flat frequency response of 60Hz-14kHz, delivering clear, natural audio suitable for podcasting, streaming, and gaming. Its main pros include an all-metal durable construction, convenient plug-and-play USB-C connectivity compatible with PCs and mobile devices, and a dedicated mic gain knob for real-time volume adjustment. However, notable cons include the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack for zero-latency monitoring and the absence of an XLR output, which limits professional upgradeability.

Technical Specifications of MAONO PD100U

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%

7.5

Audio Performance

20.0%

7.6

Recording

16.0%

3.2

Pickup Patterns

16.0%

7.9

Controls & Features

10.0%

10

Power

7.0%

10

Compatibility

5.0%

6.2

Connectivity

3.0%

6.5

Design

3.0%

7.8

Accessories

7.2
MAONO PD100U has a technical score of 7.23 points, which is higher than 63.8% 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%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.4
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4.4
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4.2
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4.6
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9.3
MAONO PD100U has a user score of 9.28 points, which is higher than 76.4% 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.
10
MAONO PD100U has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 69.9% 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%

7.7

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.4
MAONO PD100U has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.4 points, which is higher than 77.4% 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

dynamic
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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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 MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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

4
MAONO PD100U offers 4 DSP presets, which is more than 92.2% of microphones and equal to 4.2% 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

no
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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

152.4 mm
MAONO PD100U is 152.4 mm tall, which is shorter than 80% of microphones and equal in height to 0.5% 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

80 mm
MAONO PD100U is 80 mm wide, which is wider than 74% of microphones and equal in width to 1.5% 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

80 mm
MAONO PD100U is 80 mm thick, which is thicker than 66.8% 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

920 g
MAONO PD100U weighs 920 g, which is heavier than 83.3% 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

metal
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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; 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

no
MAONO PD100U does not include a shock mount. 50% 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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

2.5 m
MAONO PD100U has a cable length of 2.5 m which is longer than that of 62.6% 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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
MAONO PD100U 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

no
MAONO PD100U is not compatible with Xbox. 2.3% of microphones are compatible with Xbox.
Reported as not compatible with Xbox.
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MAONO PD100U vs the average microphone

  • 144 kHz higher interface sample rate
    MAONO PD100U 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

    MAONO PD100U 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
  • 4 more DSP presets
    MAONO PD100U has more DSP presets than the average microphone (4 vs 0). The average microphone offers 0 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

    MAONO PD100U has more DSP presets than the average microphone (4 vs 0). The average microphone offers 0 DSP presets.4 vs 0
  • Includes windscreen
    MAONO PD100U 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

    MAONO PD100U includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.
  • 5 dB SPL higher limit
    MAONO PD100U has a higher max SPL than the average microphone (127 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

    MAONO PD100U has a higher max SPL than the average microphone (127 dB SPL vs 122 dB SPL). The average microphone handles a max SPL of 122 dB SPL.127 dB SPL vs 122 dB SPL
  • 32.6 mm shorter body
    MAONO PD100U is shorter than the average microphone (152.4 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

    MAONO PD100U is shorter than the average microphone (152.4 mm vs 185 mm). The average microphone has a height of 185 mm.152.4 mm vs 185 mm
  • 2 newer release date
    MAONO PD100U is newer than the average microphone (2,022 vs 2,020). The average microphone was released in 2,020.
    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

    MAONO PD100U is newer than the average microphone (2,022 vs 2,020). The average microphone was released in 2,020.2022 vs 2020
  • 16% higher user score
    MAONO PD100U has a higher user score than the average microphone (9.28 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.
    MAONO PD100U has a higher user score than the average microphone (9.28 vs 8.000).9.28 vs 8
  • 5 dB SPL higher limit
    MAONO PD100U has a higher max SPL than the average microphone (127 dB SPL vs 122 dB SPL). The average microphone handles a max SPL of 122 dB SPL.
  • 144 kHz higher interface sample rate
    MAONO PD100U supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (192 kHz vs 48 kHz). The average microphone audio interface supports 48 kHz.
  • 4 more DSP presets
    MAONO PD100U has more DSP presets than the average microphone (4 vs 0). The average microphone offers 0 DSP presets.
  • 32.6 mm shorter body
    MAONO PD100U is shorter than the average microphone (152.4 mm vs 185 mm). The average microphone has a height of 185 mm.
  • 2 newer release date
    MAONO PD100U is newer than the average microphone (2,022 vs 2,020). The average microphone was released in 2,020.
  • Includes windscreen
    MAONO PD100U includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.

Total
Overall
Audio Performance
Recording
Controls & Features
Design
Accessories
  • 40 Hz higher low-frequency limit
    MAONO PD100U has a higher low-frequency cutoff than the average microphone (60 Hz vs 20 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a low-frequency limit of 20 Hz.
  • 6,000 Hz lower high-frequency limit
    MAONO PD100U has a lower high-frequency limit than the average microphone (14,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a high-frequency limit of 20,000 Hz.
  • 60.6% heavier
    MAONO PD100U is heavier than the average microphone (920 g vs 573 g). The average microphone weighs 573 g.
  • 24 mm thicker body
    MAONO PD100U is thicker than the average microphone (80 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.
  • 24 mm wider body
    MAONO PD100U is wider than the average microphone (80 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a width of 56 mm.
  • 6,000 Hz lower high-frequency limit
    MAONO PD100U has a lower high-frequency limit than the average microphone (14,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a high-frequency limit of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: The highest sound frequency the microphone can capture.
    When it matters: When you need extra top end detail from breath, cymbals, or bright room ambience.

    Importance: LOW

    MAONO PD100U has a lower high-frequency limit than the average microphone (14,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a high-frequency limit of 20,000 Hz.14000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 40 Hz higher low-frequency limit
    MAONO PD100U has a higher low-frequency cutoff than the average microphone (60 Hz vs 20 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a low-frequency limit of 20 Hz.
    What it is: The lowest sound frequency the microphone can capture.
    When it matters: When you want the microphone to capture more low end from deep voices or instruments.

    Importance: LOW

    MAONO PD100U has a higher low-frequency cutoff than the average microphone (60 Hz vs 20 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a low-frequency limit of 20 Hz.60 Hz vs 20 Hz
  • 60.6% heavier
    MAONO PD100U is heavier than the average microphone (920 g vs 573 g). The average microphone weighs 573 g.
    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

    MAONO PD100U is heavier than the average microphone (920 g vs 573 g). The average microphone weighs 573 g.920 g vs 573 g
  • 24 mm thicker body
    MAONO PD100U is thicker than the average microphone (80 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

    MAONO PD100U is thicker than the average microphone (80 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.80 mm vs 56 mm
  • 24 mm wider body
    MAONO PD100U is wider than the average microphone (80 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

    MAONO PD100U is wider than the average microphone (80 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a width of 56 mm.80 mm vs 56 mm
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Audio Performance
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What customers like about MAONO PD100U?

  • Excellent build quality with a premium, full-metal construction
  • High-resolution 24-bit/192kHz recording for clear and crisp audio
  • Effective at rejecting background noise like mechanical keyboards due to dynamic cardioid pattern
  • Plug-and-play simplicity via USB-C, making it very beginner-friendly
  • Highly affordable and offers great value for its price range
  • Includes a physical gain knob for easy volume and sensitivity adjustments
  • Compact and attractive design that looks good for streaming/content creation

What customers dislike about MAONO PD100U?

  • Lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack for zero-latency real-time monitoring
  • Does not feature an XLR output, limiting its use with professional audio interfaces
  • Low output level; some users find the gain needs to be pushed significantly high
  • Lacks a dedicated physical mute button on the device
  • Being a dynamic mic, it requires the user to stay very close for optimal sound pickup

Expert reviews

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podcastage.com
23/05/2025
Maono PD100 Review / Test (vs. SM7b, Podmic, XM8500)

In his review on Podcastage, Bandrew Scott evaluates the Maono PD100, a budget-friendly cardioid dynamic XLR microphone priced at $50 that comes as a complete kit including a desktop stand and an XLR cable. The microphone features an all-metal body with an integrated swing-mount, a 60Hz - 14kHz frequency response, and a sensitivity of -54dB, which requires a substantial amount of...Read more

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