Pettersson's u256 sets a new standard for USB microphones. The microphone offers excellent sensitivity, low noise, small size and ultra-low power consumption – all at a modest price.
The components are housed in a slim and durable aluminum casing. Like the well-known Pettersson M500-384 microphone, the u-series microphones identify as standard audio recording devices on Windows, OS X, Android, iOS and Linux. Likewise, they are compatible with most common audio recording apps and programs. Some other recommended software for various operating systems include Audacity (Windows, macOS, Linux), Ultrasonic Analyzer (iOS), and Bat Recorder (Android). Please verify hardware/software compatibility and that 384kHz recording is supported. Some smartphones/tablets – especially low-end devices – have been found not to support USB audio at 384kHz.
The USB connector on the u384 connects directly to a USB Micro B socket and becomes a small and portable recording device. To connect the u384 to devices with other types of USB socket or when lack of space makes it difficult to connect the u384 directly to the USB socket, an extension cable and/or an adapter can be used. Such cables and adapters must be OTG enabled. To use a u384 with an Apple product, use the supplied adapter (USB Micro B to USB A) and connect it to the MD821ZM/A (Sold by Apple themselves)
Summary adapters:
As for USB C (for Android and Windows) - u256/384, use only this one: https://batsound.com/product/micro-usb-to-usb-c-adapter/
M500-384, use either this: https://batsound.com/product/usb-cable-usb-c-to-mini-b/ or both of these: https://batsound.com/product/usb-otg- cable-micro-b-to-mini-b/ and https://batsound.com/product/micro-usb-to-usb-c-adapter/ (the latter combination has a slightly smoother cable)
If you are missing an adapter on our website, let us know and we will bring it home!
Please note that the smartphone in the image is shown for reference only and is not included in the u384.
Product information
Weight: 25 g
Dimensions: 43×35×13 mm
Microphone: MEMS
Current consumption: 28 mA
Frequency range: 1 kHz – 192 kHz
Recording format: 384 kHz/16 bit
Anti-aliasing filter: Yes