The Razer Seiren Mini has a limited set of functionality and, with the exception of the microUSB port, it has no onboard buttons or inputs. You will need to make use of the input settings on your computer or the software that you employ in order to record or stream audio in order to make any adjustments to the gain. This makes it a plug-and-play mic that is incredibly straightforward to use in practically any setting; nevertheless, it can be annoying if you want to mute yourself or monitor the gain levels of your recording when using it.
There is only one polar pattern available for the Seiren Mini, and that pattern is supercardioid. The sound field that it picks up as a result is quite directed as a result of this. It features a limited pickup pattern in front of its capsule and only a little bit behind it, but it filters out noise coming from the sides. This extremely directional pickup pattern was probably designed with the intention of overcoming the “distant” sounding effect that results from using a mic stand that is too short. Because of the polar pattern that is being used, unfortunately the noises coming from your keyboard will be virtually as loud as your voice.
Specification
- A 14mm condenser capsule microphone element
- The Supercardioid Polar Pattern
- Frequency 20Hz–20kHz response
- Sample Rate: 44.1/48 kHz
- Bit Rate: 16
- At 1kHz, -36dB (1V/Pa).
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Because it has a super-cardioid pattern, the Seiren Mini tends to reject more background noise from the sides and from anything that is behind it. As a result, it focuses more intently on the sound source that is directly in front of the microphone. This structure places the emphasis directly on the person who is doing the speaking, making it an excellent choice for most singers.
Having said that, the height and angle of the Seiren Mini can have an effect on performance. The screw-in stand is sturdy, and the tilt that it gives is useful; however, the tilt can only be adjusted back to a certain point, and in order for it to properly align with your mouth, the stand needs to be moved a significant distance further away than what would be considered optimal. If the capsule of the microphone is brought to within, say, ten inches of the person who is speaking (on the assumption that they are sat at the same desk as the microphone), then it will aim more at the person’s body than it will at their lips.