Apogee MiC Plus

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Apogee MiC Plus

Apogee

MiC Plus

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 426164
Brand: Apogee
Model: MiC Plus
Price: $328.90

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The Apogee MiC Plus is a surprisingly capable microphone for the price, especially if you're recording vocals or acoustic instruments directly into an iOS device or Mac. Its clean sound and low-latency monitoring make it a great choice for singer-songwriters and podcasters who want a simple, high-quality recording solution without a complex setup.

Product Description

  • Apogee MiC Plus
  • USB Condenser Microphone
  • For iOS
  • Mac and Windows
  • PureDIGITAL connection for sound quality up to 24-bit/96 kHz
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Microphone preamp with 46 dB gain and Precise Digital Control
  • Plug In & Record
  • Powerful headphone output with blend function for latency-free recordings
  • Multi-Colour Status LED
  • System requirements: iOS version 9 or newer
  • Mac OS: Computer: Mac with Intel processor. RAM: 4 GB minimum. Mac OS version: 10.9 or later
  • Windows 10 or later
  • connection and power supply: USB port on Mac. RAM: 2 GB minimum
  • Devices: iPhone 7 Plus
  • iPhone 7
  • iPhone SE
  • iPhone 6s Plus
  • iPhone 6s
  • iPhone 6 Plus
  • iPhone 6
  • iPhone 5s
  • iPhone 5c
  • iPhone 5
  • iPad Pro 10
  • iPad Pro 12
  • 9" (2. Generation)
  • iPad Pro 9.7"
  • iPad Pro 12.9" (1st generation)
  • iPad Air 2
  • iPad Air
  • iPad (5th generation)
  • iPad (4th generation)
  • iPad mini 4
  • iPad mini 3
  • iPad mini 2
  • iPad mini
  • iPod touch (6th generation)
  • iPad touch (5th generation)
  • Dimensions: 124 x 38 x 38 mm
  • Weight: 0.2 kg
  • *Delivery contents: *
  • MiC+
  • USB-A cable (1 m)
  • USB-C cable (1 m)
  • Lightning cable (1 m)
  • Tripod Stand
  • Adapter for microphone stand
PROS
  • • Excellent transient response for crisp vocals and acoustic instruments
  • • Apogee's PureDIGITAL connection delivers noticeably cleaner audio than standard USB mics
  • • Headphone blend function is genuinely useful for monitoring without latency
  • • Compact design makes it ideal for smaller recording spaces and travel
CONS
  • • Cardioid pattern limits versatility for stereo or group recordings
  • • Lacks a high-pass filter, requiring post-processing for bass-heavy sources
  • • Build quality, while solid, uses primarily plastic components for cost savings

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Key Features

Mic Type Large Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 130 dB
Sensitivity -30 dBV/Pa (150 mV/Pa at 1 kHz)
Connector USB-C
Weight 1.1 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

While it’s convenient, a dedicated interface generally offers more flexibility in preamp selection and routing options. The MiC Plus is great for simplicity, but won't match a high-end interface/mic combo.
Yes, it does. It avoids the A/D conversion happening within the microphone itself, sending a digital signal directly to your computer or iOS device for potentially cleaner audio.
It’s perfectly capable for spoken word, but consider the lack of a high-pass filter; you might need to reduce low-frequency rumble in post-production.

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