The Philips Wired Microphone is a basic yet reliable dynamic vocal microphone designed for general-purpose use. It's positioned as an affordable option suitable for beginners, hobbyists, and anyone needing a simple wired mic solution for speaking or singing. The build and feature set focus on ease of use, durability, and good voice capture rather than professional-studio sophistication. Build Quality &; Construction This microphone features a metal mesh grille that protects the capsule from dust and plosive bursts, while the main body is housed in a sturdy plastic casing. This combination helps keep the unit lightweight without sacrificing everyday durability. The robust construction makes it suitable for repeated use in live settings, presentations, or home recording scenarios where resilience to handling is important. Sound Pickup &; Performance The microphone uses a dynamic microphone element with a cardioid pickup pattern, which means it focuses on sound from directly in front of the mic while helping to reject noise from the sides and rear. This pattern is ideal for live vocals, speeches, or any situation where you want clear voice capture with reduced background interference. The enhanced frequency response is tuned to reproduce speech with clarity and warmth, which makes it a good all-rounder for general vocal use. User Controls &; Cable For simplicity, this Philips microphone includes a mechanical on/off switch on its body, allowing you to mute or enable the mic quickly during use. It also comes with a 3-metre (approx. 10 ft) fixed cable, eliminating the need for separate cords and reducing setup complexity. The fixed cable design adds convenience but means you can't swap the cable like you would with pro XLR gear. Typical Use Cases &; Compatibility Thanks to its wired design and cardioid mic pattern, this microphone works well for a variety of everyday audio tasks. Typical uses include: - Live speech and presentations in classrooms, small events, or meeting rooms- Karaoke and casual vocal performances- Streaming or podcasting when paired with the right audio interface- Home recording where simplicity and price are priorities It's a plug-and-play device that can be connected to mixers, PA systems, or audio interfaces with the appropriate adapters, making it versatile for entry-level audio applications.
- Brand
- Philips
- Model
- DLM210300
- Microphone Type
- Dynamic microphone
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid / uniform cardioid pattern
- Frequency Response
- Enhanced frequency response (voice-focused)
- On/Off Switch
- Mechanical on/off switch included
- Cable Length
- 3 m fixed cable
- Cable Type
- Fixed (non-detachable) cable
- Body Material
- Plastic casing
- Grille Material
- Metal mesh grille
- Color
- Black
- Use Case
- Speech, vocals, presentations
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