Earthworks
Earthworks ETHOS Condenser Broadcast Microphone
Best professional condenser microphone for streamers, podcasters, and voiceover artists.
Elevate your content creation with this professional condenser broadcast microphone. Engineered for superior vocal quality, it delivers exceptional audio performance for streamers, podcasters, and voiceover artists. Its sleek silver finish complements any studio setup. Purchase includes valuable benefits like free shipping, price protection, and an extended 2-year warranty, ensuring a confident investment in your production quality.
$394.77
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
274
/ 3367
#274 in Microphones
Price vs Category Average
-22%
Below average
Microphone Type
Condenser
/ Condenser
Who it's for
- Podcasters seeking a professional, ready-to-use broadcast sound
- Creators recording in untreated home or office spaces
- Voiceover artists needing precise, nuanced vocal capture
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious creators prioritizing cost-effective gear
- Beginners lacking advanced microphone technique or pop filters
- Users with audio interfaces lacking phantom power capabilities
Performance breakdown
Vocal Clarity
Captures nuanced speech with studio-grade precision and exceptional high-end detail.
Build Quality
Robust construction ensures long-term reliability for demanding daily broadcast schedules.
Off-Axis Rejection
Effectively isolates your voice while minimizing unwanted room noise and reflections.
Aesthetic Design
Sleek silver finish provides a professional, modern look for video setups.
Ease of Integration
Standard XLR connectivity ensures seamless compatibility with professional audio interfaces.
Transient Response
Fast capture speed delivers a crisp, natural sound for spoken word.
Key Specs
Microphone Type
Condenser
Intended Use
Broadcast, Podcasting, Streaming, Vocal Recording
Model Number
ETHOS
Color
Silver
Connectivity Technology
XLR
Power Source
Phantom Power
Form Factor
Studio Condenser
Transducer Type
Condenser
Know before you buy
Yes, as a condenser microphone, the ETHOS requires +48V phantom power from your audio interface or mixer to function.
The ETHOS is designed to capture high-detail audio, which means it is sensitive to room reflections. While it performs well in any space, you will get the best results in a room with some acoustic treatment to minimize background noise.
You will need an audio interface with an XLR input and a high-quality preamp. Because it is a condenser mic, ensure your interface is capable of providing the necessary phantom power.
The ETHOS offers the fast transient response and high-frequency detail typical of a condenser microphone, providing a more 'open' and 'airy' sound than the darker, more compressed tone often found in dynamic broadcast mics.
The ETHOS includes a dedicated Triad-Orbit M2-R ball mount, which allows for precise positioning. You will need to provide your own microphone stand or boom arm to attach it to.
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