Best Budget USB Mic? Solum 2 Lineup Breakdown
45sQuickly compares three price points with key specs, helping viewers decide which mic fits their budget.
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The video provides a detailed overview of the Endorfy Solum 2 USB microphone series, highlighting the features and pricing of the Core, Chor, and Pro models. It emphasizes the differences in connectivity, gain control, monitoring options, and RGB lighting, positioning the series as a versatile choice for streamers and content creators.
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Series Launch and Pricing
Endorfy is relaunching the entire Solum series, with the Solum 2 Core available at €59.90 as an entry-level option.
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Core Model Features
The Solum 2 Core features a condenser capsule, cardioid polar pattern, and USB-C connectivity.
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Chor Model Enhancements
For €69, the Chor adds a rotary gain control dial at the bottom, and gain can also be set directly in Windows.
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Pro Model Monitoring
Latency-free monitoring via a 3.5 mm jack connector is only available with the Solum 2 Pro, priced at €82.90.
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Pro Model RGB and Mute
The Pro includes subtle RGB lighting with a ring that changes color based on gain, and tapping the microphone mutes it, turning the RGB red.
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Pro vs. Chor Differences
The difference between the Chor and Pro is just over €20, but the Pro adds a 3.5 mm jack, RGB, and a higher sampling rate of 192 kHz instead of 96 kHz.
The Endorfy Solum 2 series offers a range of USB microphones with clear feature tiers, making it easy for streamers to choose based on budget and needs. The Pro model stands out with advanced monitoring and RGB features, while the Core provides a solid entry point.
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What is the price of the Endorfy Solum 2 Core?
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What is the price of the Endorfy Solum 2 Core?
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€59.90
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Which model offers latency-free monitoring via a 3.5 mm jack?
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Which model offers latency-free monitoring via a 3.5 mm jack?
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The Solum 2 Pro
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What is the sampling rate difference between the Chor and Pro?
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What is the sampling rate difference between the Chor and Pro?
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The Pro supports 192 kHz, while the Chor supports 96 kHz.
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How does the mute function work on the Pro model?
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How does the mute function work on the Pro model?
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Tapping the microphone mutes it, and the RGB lighting turns red.
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💡 Key Takeaways
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Affordable Entry Point
The €59.90 price makes the Core an accessible option for beginners.
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Pro Monitoring Advantage
Latency-free monitoring is a key feature for streamers who need real-time audio feedback.
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Visual Mute Indicator
The RGB red mute indicator solves a common problem of not knowing if the mic is muted.
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[00:02] spring-loaded shock mount and pop filter, all for a recommended retail price of €59.90. Endorfi is relaunching the entire Solum series . The Solum 2 Core is available for 590 as an entry-level option. It features a condenser capsule, cardioid polar
[00:17] pattern, and USB-C connectivity. For the 690, an additional gain control is added at the bottom via a rotary dial, and the gain can also be set directly in Windows, for example . Latency-free monitoring via
[00:30] a 3.5 mm jack connector is only available with the Solum 2 Pro for the 8290. includes very subtle RGB lighting,
[00:43] a stylish RGB ring that lights up depending on the set gain, and when tapped, the microphone is muted and the RGB lighting turns red. That , because you couldn't see whether the microphone was muted or
[00:56] not. The difference between the Chor and the Pro is just over €20, but in addition to 3.5 mm jack and RGB, a sampling rate of 192 kHz instead of 96 kHz is also the full test, including sound samples, in my YouTube video.
