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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: 96 kHz
  • Output connector type: USB

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

7.2

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%

?

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%

9.2

Audio Performance

20.0%

7.5

Recording

16.0%

3.2

Pickup Patterns

16.0%

6.8

Controls & Features

10.0%

10

Power

7.0%

7.2

Compatibility

5.0%

5.7

Connectivity

3.0%

9.3

Design

3.0%

7.2

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

  • 6.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    25.0%

    ?

    Zero-latency monitoring

    25.0%

    4.0

    Onboard gain control

    20.0%

    10

    Mute function

    20.0%

    1.0

    Volume control levels

    10.0%

    10

    RGB lighting

  • 7.5
    Podcasting

    Score components:

    25.0%

    10

    Cardioid pattern

    20.0%

    ?

    Zero-latency monitoring

    20.0%

    4.0

    Onboard gain control

    20.0%

    10

    Audio interface bit depth

    15.0%

    4.0

    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

  • 5.5
    Streaming

    Score components:

    25.0%

    4.0

    Loopback support

    25.0%

    ?

    Zero-latency monitoring

    20.0%

    4.0

    Onboard gain control

    15.0%

    10

    Mute function

    15.0%

    1.0

    Volume control levels

  • 7.6
    Camera use

    Score components:

    30.0%

    ?

    Weight

    25.0%

    10

    Windscreen included

    25.0%

    4.0

    Shock mount included

    10.0%

    8.4

    Height

    10.0%

    8.9

    Width

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £35

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Newskill Agni is a professional USB gaming microphone featuring a cardioid polar pattern, a high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz sampling rate, and a broad frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz. Its robust build includes a reinforced metal structure with a 360º rotating tripod, an integrated pop filter, and customizable RGB lighting with seven distinct modes. Main advantages include a high signal-to-noise ratio of ≥95dB for clean audio, a dedicated LED sound level indicator for real-time monitoring, and a plug-and-play USB-C connection. However, users should note the lack of a dedicated physical mute button on some hardware versions and the absence of official software for advanced EQ adjustments.

Technical Specifications of Newskill Agni

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

7.2
Newskill Agni has a technical score of 7.2 points, which is higher than 61.8% 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%

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
Newskill Agni 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%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.0
Newskill Agni has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 47.7% 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

?
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

-45 dBV/Pa
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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
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

?
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

no
Newskill Agni does not include a 3.5 mm jack. 63.3% 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
Newskill Agni 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

96 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

96 kHz
Newskill Agni supports an interface sample rate of 96 kHz which is higher than that of 58.2% of microphones and equal to that of 24.1% 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
Newskill Agni 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 Newskill Agni is 1, which is lower than that of 24.6% of microphones and 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
Newskill Agni 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
Newskill Agni 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
Newskill Agni 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
Newskill Agni 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
Newskill Agni 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

no
Newskill Agni does not include onboard gain control. 51.5% 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

0
Newskill Agni offers volume output of 0 which is lower than that of 65.1% of microphones and equal to that of 34.9% 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
Newskill Agni 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

0
Newskill Agni offers 0 DSP presets, which is fewer than 16.6% of microphones and 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

no
Newskill Agni does not require phantom power. 90.4% 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
Newskill Agni 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

170 mm
Newskill Agni is 170 mm tall, which is shorter than 61% of microphones and equal in height to 3.1% 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

58 mm
Newskill Agni is 58 mm wide, which is wider than 54.6% 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

43 mm
Newskill Agni is 43 mm thick, which is thinner than 93.2% 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

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
Newskill Agni 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
Newskill Agni 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
Newskill Agni 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

1.5 m
Newskill Agni has a cable length of 1.5 m which is shorter than that of 81.9% of microphones and equal to that of 7.1% 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

no
Newskill Agni is not compatible with Android. 66.3% 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

no
Newskill Agni is not compatible with iOS. 61.8% 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
Newskill Agni 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
Newskill Agni 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
Newskill Agni is not compatible with Xbox. 2.3% of microphones are compatible with Xbox.
Reported as not compatible with Xbox.
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Newskill Agni vs the average microphone

  • Supports flat DSP mode
    Newskill Agni 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

    Newskill Agni supports a flat DSP mode, the average microphone does not.
  • 48 kHz higher interface sample rate
    Newskill Agni supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (96 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

    Newskill Agni supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (96 kHz vs 48 kHz). The average microphone audio interface supports 48 kHz.96 kHz vs 48 kHz
  • Includes windscreen
    Newskill Agni 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

    Newskill Agni includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes LED level indicator
    Newskill Agni includes an LED level indicator, the average microphone does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the microphone includes an LED indicator for signal or level status.
    When it matters: When you want a quick visual check that signal or mute status is behaving as expected.

    Importance: LOW

    Newskill Agni includes an LED level indicator, the average microphone does not.
  • 13 mm thinner body
    Newskill Agni is thinner than the average microphone (43 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

    Newskill Agni is thinner than the average microphone (43 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.43 mm vs 56 mm
  • Includes RGB lighting
    Newskill Agni 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

    Newskill Agni includes RGB lighting, the average microphone does not.
  • 2x cheaper
    Newskill Agni is cheaper than the average microphone (£35 vs £70).
    Newskill Agni is cheaper than the average microphone (£35 vs £70).£35 vs £70
  • 48 kHz higher interface sample rate
    Newskill Agni supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (96 kHz vs 48 kHz). The average microphone audio interface supports 48 kHz.
  • Supports flat DSP mode
    Newskill Agni supports a flat DSP mode, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes LED level indicator
    Newskill Agni includes an LED level indicator, the average microphone does not.
  • 13 mm thinner body
    Newskill Agni is thinner than the average microphone (43 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.
  • Includes RGB lighting
    Newskill Agni includes RGB lighting, the average microphone does not.
  • Includes windscreen
    Newskill Agni includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.

Total
Overall
Recording
Controls & Features
Design
Accessories
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    Newskill Agni does not include a 3.5 mm jack, the average microphone does.
  • No gain control
    Newskill Agni does not include onboard gain control, the average microphone does.
  • 0.5 m shorter cable length
    Newskill Agni has a shorter cable than the average microphone (1.5 m vs 2 m). The average microphone has a cable length of 2 m.
  • Not compatible with Android
    Newskill Agni is not compatible with Android, the average microphone is.
  • Not compatible with iOS
    Newskill Agni is not compatible with iOS, the average microphone is.
  • No gain control
    Newskill Agni does not include onboard gain control, the average microphone does.
    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

    Newskill Agni does not include onboard gain control, the average microphone does.
  • Not compatible with iOS
    Newskill Agni is not compatible with iOS, the average microphone is.
    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

    Newskill Agni is not compatible with iOS, the average microphone is.
  • Not compatible with Android
    Newskill Agni is not compatible with Android, the average microphone is.
    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

    Newskill Agni is not compatible with Android, the average microphone is.
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    Newskill Agni does not include a 3.5 mm jack, the average microphone does.
    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

    Newskill Agni does not include a 3.5 mm jack, the average microphone does.
  • 4.75x less popular
    Newskill Agni has a lower popularity than the average microphone (1 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.
    Newskill Agni has a lower popularity than the average microphone (1 vs 4.748).1 vs 4.75
  • 0.5 m shorter cable length
    Newskill Agni has a shorter cable than the average microphone (1.5 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

    Newskill Agni has a shorter cable than the average microphone (1.5 m vs 2 m). The average microphone has a cable length of 2 m.1.5 m vs 2 m
Total
Overall
Connectivity
Controls & Features
Accessories
Compatibility

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What customers like about Newskill Agni?

  • High-quality audio resolution (24-bit/96kHz) for professional-sounding recordings
  • Sturdy and durable high-quality metal construction
  • Convenient built-in LED sound level indicator for real-time monitoring
  • Includes a pop filter to reduce vocal plosives out of the box
  • Compact and portable design compared to many competing desktop microphones
  • Versatile 360-degree rotation capability on the integrated tripod
  • Plug-and-play compatibility with Windows and Mac OS X via USB-C

What customers dislike about Newskill Agni?

  • Lacks a built-in shock mount to protect against physical desk vibrations
  • Only supports a cardioid polar pattern, lacking versatility for multi-person recordings
  • Not natively compatible with Android or iOS mobile devices
  • The 1.7m cable may be too short for users with complex desk setups
  • No integrated touchpad or advanced onboard DSP software controls

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