{"product_id":"fifine-k688neo-usb-xlr-dynamic-dynamic-microphone-cardioid-podcast-streaming-and-recording-microphone","title":"FIFINE K688NEO USB\/XLR Dynamic Microphone – Cardioid Podcast, Streaming and Recording Microphone","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProfessional USB\/XLR Dynamic Microphone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFIFINE AmpliTank K688NEO\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional dual-interface dynamic microphone designed for podcasting, streaming, voice-over recording, broadcasting, gaming and general content creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining \u003cstrong\u003eUSB and XLR connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e in a durable all-metal body, the K688NEO provides a flexible solution for both plug-and-play computer recording and professional audio setups using an audio interface or mixer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe microphone features a \u003cstrong\u003ecardioid polar pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to focus on sound from the front while reducing unwanted sound from the sides and rear. This directional pickup makes the K688NEO particularly suitable for voice recording in home studios, streaming environments and other applications where background noise control is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe updated K688NEO design features a modern black pop filter and an improved elastic shock-mount system designed to isolate the microphone from desk vibrations and low-frequency mechanical noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDynamic Microphone Capsule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K688NEO uses a \u003cstrong\u003edynamic microphone element\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for clear and focused vocal reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dynamic design is well suited to spoken-word applications such as podcasting, streaming, voice-over work, broadcasting and general vocal recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCardioid Polar Pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cardioid pickup pattern concentrates on sound arriving from the front of the microphone while reducing sound arriving from the sides and rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis directional characteristic can help minimise unwanted ambient noise and make the microphone suitable for less acoustically controlled recording environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUSB and XLR Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K688NEO provides two connection options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the microphone directly to a compatible computer using USB for a convenient plug-and-play recording solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXLR Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the microphone to an audio interface, mixer or other compatible XLR equipment for integration into a more traditional professional audio setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XLR connection provides a straightforward upgrade path for users who want to integrate the microphone into a larger recording system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUSB Plug-and-Play Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB operation is designed for simple computer-based recording without requiring a separate audio interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included USB cable allows the microphone to be connected directly to compatible Windows and Mac computers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-Time Headphone Monitoring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA built-in \u003cstrong\u003e3.5mm headphone output\u003c\/strong\u003e allows real-time monitoring of the microphone signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides a convenient way to monitor your recording directly from the microphone and check audio levels while recording or streaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOn-Microphone Gain Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K688NEO includes a dedicated gain control for adjusting the microphone's input level in USB mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows users to make quick level adjustments without having to access software controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeadphone Volume Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dedicated headphone volume control allows the monitoring level to be adjusted directly from the microphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides convenient access to monitoring adjustments during recording, streaming and podcasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Mute Function\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe microphone features a touch-operated mute function for quick control of the microphone input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly useful during livestreams, online meetings, gaming sessions and podcasts when temporary muting is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Metal Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K688NEO features an \u003cstrong\u003eall-metal body\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for durability and regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts understated black finish is suitable for professional recording environments as well as camera-facing applications such as streaming and video production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElastic Shock Mount\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe updated K688NEO includes an elastic suspension shock mount designed to isolate the microphone from desk vibrations and mechanical noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe suspension system helps reduce low-frequency rumble caused by movement or contact with the desk or microphone support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Pop Filter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K688NEO features a modern black pop filter designed to help reduce unwanted plosive sounds produced by consonants such as \"P\" and \"B\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe updated black appearance provides a cleaner and more contemporary look for camera-facing setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh Maximum 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control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eXLR Operation\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K688NEO can be connected through XLR to compatible professional audio equipment, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio interfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixing consoles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePodcast mixers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording mixers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther compatible XLR equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe microphone's onboard USB controls are designed for USB operation. According to FIFINE, controls such as the gain knob and mute function are not available through XLR alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eXLR cable is not included\u003c\/strong\u003e with the standard K688NEO package and must be purchased separately unless supplied as part of a specific bundle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUSB Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K688NEO is designed for use with compatible:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindows PCs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMac computers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePS4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePS5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe microphone can also be used with compatible mobile devices when an appropriate USB adapter is used, although FIFINE recommends Windows and Mac computers for the most reliable experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eXLR Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXLR operation requires compatible equipment such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePodcast mixer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional recording equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe microphone does not require USB connection when being used through an appropriate XLR setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eXbox Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K688NEO is \u003cstrong\u003enot supported on Xbox through USB\u003c\/strong\u003e, according to FIFINE's compatibility information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDimensions and Weight\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMicrophone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA manufacturer-published physical dimension for the K688NEO itself is not clearly specified in FIFINE's current K688NEO technical documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, an unverified dimension should not be presented as an official K688NEO specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished third-party specifications for the K688 family report approximate microphone dimensions of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: \u003cstrong\u003eapproximately 190 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody diameter: \u003cstrong\u003eapproximately 55 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese measurements should be treated as approximate third-party information rather than a confirmed K688NEO manufacturer specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThird-party listings for the K688 report a microphone weight of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e331–450 g\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on whether the measurement refers to the microphone itself or a configuration including mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause these values are inconsistent, the exact K688NEO product weight should be verified against the physical unit before entering the final Shopify shipping information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage Dimensions and Gross Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackage dimensions and gross weight can vary depending on the K688NEO retail configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eK688NEO\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eK688NEOCT\u003c\/strong\u003e are different retail configurations, with the latter including a boom arm stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, the gross weight and package dimensions should be entered according to the exact SKU being sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePackage Contents – K688NEO\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard K688NEO configuration includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × FIFINE K688NEO Dynamic Microphone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × Elastic Shock Mount\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × USB Cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × 3\/8\" to 5\/8\" Thread Adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × Pop Filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × User Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXLR cable is not included\u003c\/strong\u003e with the standard K688NEO package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackage contents may vary depending on the selected retail configuration or bundle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eApplications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FIFINE K688NEO is designed for a wide range of applications, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePodcasting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStreaming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYouTube content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVoice-over recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroadcasting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLivestreaming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVideo production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnline meetings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEducational 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create a clean appearance suitable for professional studio environments, streaming setups and video production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eImportant Product Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K688NEO is a \u003cstrong\u003edynamic cardioid microphone\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a condenser microphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe microphone's onboard controls, including gain and mute, are available when using the USB connection. 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