Over the years I’ve had the chance to check out the ModMic from Antlion Audio in nearly all of its different variations. My first introduction to them was on Massdrop (now Drop) and later seeing them at our LAN events. But after getting to check them out, I was impressed with their performance, sitting worlds ahead of all of the microphones available on gaming headsets. The biggest downside is you do have to pick out a nice pair of headphones to go with them which can quickly start to add up. Well, Antlion Audio has helped with that by putting together bundles that pair a ModMic of your choosing with a range of headphones. With options ranging from a $99 combo up to a $259 option when paired with the wireless ModMic. While I’ve previously taken a look at the ModMic USB, they sent over their ModMic 480i bundle to check out. So today I’m going to see how the $149 bundle compares with headsets like the Arctis Pro, Kraken Ultimate, Cloud Revolver, and the Pro X which are all in a similar range and from the normal gaming brands.
Product Name: ModMic 480i bundle
Review Sample Provided by: Antlion Audio
Written by: Wes Compton
Ultrasone Pro 480i Specifications |
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Fit |
Circumaural |
Principle |
dynamic, closed |
Driver Size |
Mylar 40 mm |
Magnet |
NdFeB |
Frequency Response |
20Hz-20KHz |
Impedance |
32ohm |
SPL |
96 dB |
Weight (excl. cord) |
260 g |
What’s In the Box |
3.5mm to 1/4" adapter 3.5mm extension cable Headphone carrying bag |
ModMic USB Specifications |
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Cable |
Cable Length: 2 Meters Termination: USB Type-A |
ADC Chipset |
Max Sampling Rate: 48kHz, 16-bit resolution Dynamic Range: 96db, THD+N: -89~96db |
Microphone Pattern: Uni-Directional |
Frequency Response: 100Hz - 10kHz Sensitivity:-36±3 dB Impedance: 2.2(Max) kΩ S/N Ratio: 67(Min) dB Maximum Input Sound Pressure Level: 110(Max) dB Standard Operating Voltage: 3.0 Vdc Operating Voltage Range: 1.0~10 Vdc |
Microphone Pattern: Omni-Directional |
Frequency Response: 50hz - 20kHz Sensitivity: -36±3 dB Impedance: 1.2(±20%) kΩ S/N Ratio: 58 dB Maximum Input Sound Pressure Level: 114 (Max) dB Standard Operating Voltage: 3.0 Vdc Operating Voltage Range: 1.0~10 Vdc |
Hardware Compatibility |
Windows, Mac, Linux, and PS4 only |
What’s in the Box |
One ModMic USB w/in-line Mute Switch One Top Clasp One Hardshell Travel Case Two Base Clasps One additional adhesive One Alcohol Prep Pad One Foam Pop Filter Ten Cable Clips |
Warranty |
1 Year |