Name: SUDOTACK ST-800
Brand: SUDOTACK

Technical Specifications of SUDOTACK ST-800

Overall score

6.4

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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.

Audio Performance

7.7

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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

16 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

-38 dBV/Pa

Connectivity

4.0

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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

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

Recording

6.7

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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

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

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

Pickup Patterns

3.2

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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

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

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

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

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

Controls & Features

3.9

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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

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

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

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

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

Power

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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

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

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

Design

5.6

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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

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

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

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

Accessories

9.7

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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

boom arm; desk clamp; shock mount; 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

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

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

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

Compatibility

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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

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

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

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

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

SUDOTACK ST-800 vs the average microphone

Why is SUDOTACK ST-800 better than the average microphone?

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144 kHz higher interface sample rate
SUDOTACK ST-800 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
SUDOTACK ST-800 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
Includes shock mount
SUDOTACK ST-800 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
SUDOTACK ST-800 includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
Includes windscreen
SUDOTACK ST-800 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
SUDOTACK ST-800 includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.
25 mm shorter body
SUDOTACK ST-800 is shorter than the average microphone (160 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
SUDOTACK ST-800 is shorter than the average microphone (160 mm vs 185 mm). The average microphone has a height of 185 mm.160 mm vs 185 mm
6 mm thinner body
SUDOTACK ST-800 is thinner than the average microphone (50 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
SUDOTACK ST-800 is thinner than the average microphone (50 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.50 mm vs 56 mm
144 kHz higher interface sample rate
SUDOTACK ST-800 supports a higher audio interface sample rate than the average microphone (192 kHz vs 48 kHz). The average microphone audio interface supports 48 kHz.
25 mm shorter body
SUDOTACK ST-800 is shorter than the average microphone (160 mm vs 185 mm). The average microphone has a height of 185 mm.
6 mm thinner body
SUDOTACK ST-800 is thinner than the average microphone (50 mm vs 56 mm). The average microphone has a thickness of 56 mm.
Includes shock mount
SUDOTACK ST-800 includes a shock mount, the average microphone does not.
Includes windscreen
SUDOTACK ST-800 includes a windscreen, the average microphone does not.

Why is SUDOTACK ST-800 worse than the average microphone?

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4,000 Hz lower high-frequency limit
SUDOTACK ST-800 has a lower high-frequency limit than the average microphone (16,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a high-frequency limit of 20,000 Hz.
10 Hz higher low-frequency limit
SUDOTACK ST-800 has a higher low-frequency cutoff than the average microphone (30 Hz vs 20 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a low-frequency limit of 20 Hz.
2 dB SPL lower limit
SUDOTACK ST-800 has a lower max SPL than the average microphone (120 dB SPL vs 122 dB SPL). The average microphone handles a max SPL of 122 dB SPL.
No headphone output
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not include a headphone output, the average microphone does.
No 3.5 mm jack
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not include a 3.5 mm jack, the average microphone does.
20 dB lower DAC signal-to-noise ratio
SUDOTACK ST-800 has a lower DAC signal-to-noise ratio than the average microphone (70 dB vs 90 dB). The average microphone DAC has a signal-to-noise ratio of 90 dB.
No gain control
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not include onboard gain control, the average microphone does.
No on-device controls
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not place key controls on the device, the average microphone does. 79.5% of microphones place key controls on the device.
No mute function
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not include a mute function, the average microphone does.
2.36x heavier
SUDOTACK ST-800 is heavier than the average microphone (1,350 g vs 573 g). The average microphone weighs 573 g.
1 older release date
SUDOTACK ST-800 is older than the average microphone (2019 vs 2020). The average microphone was released in 2020.
January 2019.
No gain control
SUDOTACK ST-800 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
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not include onboard gain control, the average microphone does.
No on-device controls
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not place key controls on the device, the average microphone does. 79.5% of microphones place key controls on the device.
What it is: Indicates whether the microphone has its control panel or main buttons placed on the device body.
When it matters: When you prefer the main controls to be reachable directly on the microphone body during use.
Importance: MEDIUM
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not place key controls on the device, the average microphone does. 79.5% of microphones place key controls on the device.
No mute function
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not include a mute function, the average microphone does.
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
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not include a mute function, the average microphone does.
4,000 Hz lower high-frequency limit
SUDOTACK ST-800 has a lower high-frequency limit than the average microphone (16,000 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
SUDOTACK ST-800 has a lower high-frequency limit than the average microphone (16,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a high-frequency limit of 20,000 Hz.16000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
20 dB lower DAC signal-to-noise ratio
SUDOTACK ST-800 has a lower DAC signal-to-noise ratio than the average microphone (70 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
SUDOTACK ST-800 has a lower DAC signal-to-noise ratio than the average microphone (70 dB vs 90 dB). The average microphone DAC has a signal-to-noise ratio of 90 dB.70 dB vs 90 dB
2.36x heavier
SUDOTACK ST-800 is heavier than the average microphone (1,350 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
SUDOTACK ST-800 is heavier than the average microphone (1,350 g vs 573 g). The average microphone weighs 573 g.1350 g vs 573 g
No headphone output
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not include a headphone output, the average microphone does.
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
SUDOTACK ST-800 does not include a headphone output, the average microphone does.
10 Hz higher low-frequency limit
SUDOTACK ST-800 has a higher low-frequency cutoff than the average microphone (30 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
SUDOTACK ST-800 has a higher low-frequency cutoff than the average microphone (30 Hz vs 20 Hz). By comparison, the average microphone has a low-frequency limit of 20 Hz.30 Hz vs 20 Hz

Third-party reviews

What customers like about SUDOTACK ST-800?

High-resolution audio quality with a 192kHz/24-bit sample rate for crisp, professional-sounding recordings
Plug-and-play USB setup requires no complex driver installations and works seamlessly across PC and Mac
Cardioid pickup pattern effectively isolates voice and suppresses background noise
Excellent value for money as it comes as an all-in-one kit including an adjustable boom arm, shock mount, and pop filter
Durable all-metal build construction ensures longevity

What customers dislike about SUDOTACK ST-800?

Not compatible with gaming consoles like the Xbox
Lacks on-device hardware controls or advanced built-in audio filters for professional fine-tuning
Picks up less audio clarity if you place it too far away from the sound source, requiring you to speak close to the mic

Expert reviews

mictests.com

25/12/2022

Summary of the review

Review #23380 about “sudotack st-800” - Mic Test

The Sudotack ST-800 is a budget-friendly USB condenser microphone that offers excellent performance for its price, earning a perfect five-out-of-five rating from the reviewer, Isaac, on December 25, 2022. Tested on an HP Laptop 17-ak0xx, the microphone functions at a 48,000 Hz sample rate with a 16-bit sample size across a single audio channel. It is technically well-equipped, supporting built-in features like automatic gain control, echo cancellation, and noise suppression, while maintaining a very low estimated latency of 0.01 seconds. The reviewer highlights several major advantages, noting that the microphone is very cheap, arrives in great packaging, and features a long cable. It also provides excellent out-of-the-box value by including essential accessories like a boom arm and a pop filter. On the downside, the reviewer mentions a minor physical drawback regarding the included boom arm, which was initially a bit stiff. However, this con was easily resolved and worked perfectly after applying a small amount of WD-40 lubricant.

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