Austin’s 512 Audio Launches Tempest USB Mic For Podcasters

Consumer Tech Austin’s 512 Audio Launches Tempest USB Mic For Podcasters Mark Sparrow Senior Contributor Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and photography New! Follow this author to improve your content experience. Got it! Aug 2, 2022, 11:50am EDT | New! Click on the conversation bubble to join the conversation Got it! Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Tempest is the new USB condenser microphone from 512 Audio, part of the Warm Audio family.

Tempest . . .

[+] takes its inspiration from Warm Audio’s WA-47jr studio condenser mic. TIM POTT Austin-based boutique microphone brand 512 Audio has just announced the launch of a brand-new USB studio microphone. Tempest is a large-diaphragm microphone that offers the convenience of USB-C connectivity and studio-quality sound.

Tempest draws its design inspiration from Warm Audio’s WA-47jr studio condenser microphone. The new model is vintage-inspired and features a large-diaphragm condenser capsule along with 24-bit / 48kHz resolution. The audio engineers at 512 Audio have designed Tempest to capture polished and detailed audio suitable for podcasts, live streams, acoustic instruments and vocal performances.

The brand says Tempest is the easiest way to get authentic studio sound directly to a computer. Tempest has volume and gain controls, plus zero-latency monitoring and a mute button. 512 Audio “Tempest is not your typical USB microphone,” claims Bryce Young, the founder and CEO of Warm Audio and 512 Audio.

“We’re very excited to offer a true, large-diaphragm studio mic that can easily connect to any creator’s setup without requiring additional hardware & cables. Tempest bridges our experience in creating high-end studio microphones with the convenience of today’s digital setups. ” Recommended For You 1 Google Issues Warning For 2 Billion Chrome Users More stories like this Fewer stories like this 2 Forget The MacBook Pro, Apple Has Bigger Plans More stories like this Fewer stories like this 3 Google Discounts Pixel 6, Nest & Pixel Buds In Limited-Time Sale Event More stories like this Fewer stories like this At the center of the Tempest’s design is a large-diaphragm and vintage-inspired 34mm gold-plated condenser capsule that shares much of the same design DNA as Warm Audio’s best-selling WA-47jr studio microphone.

As a result, Tempest has tight lows, nuanced midrange and a clear high end with a full 20Hz – 20kHz frequency response. The fixed cardioid pickup pattern of the microphone captures what’s in front of it and rejects surrounding ambient noise, enabling any audio source to cut through loud and clear. Tempest has a suitably wide frequency response to allow it to be used to capture high-fidelity audio for modern hi-res recording.

Tempest is supplied with a mount and a shock-mount for mounting on a boom arm or stand. 512 Audio Tempest is ideal for creators who need to professionally record and stream to a PC or Mac, thanks to its use of a USB-C port. There’s no need for any additional audio interface or studio hardware.

The microphone features controls for gain and zero-latency headphone volume monitoring. Additionally, there’s a mute button for total control over live sound and no software is required. Tempest also has a desktop stand and low-profile shock-mount to reduce unwanted vibrations and rumble from a microphone stand or boom arm.

Pricing & Availability: 512 Audio’s Tempest USB microphone is available now from Amazon and authorized retailers worldwide and costs $159. 99. More info: www.

512audio. com/tempest Tech Specs: Capsule Size: 34mm large diaphragm gold-plated capsule. Polar Pattern: Cardioid.

Microphone gain: 45dB max. Direct monitoring: Zero latency. Headphone connection: 3.

5mm stereo. Native Support for Windows 10 and Mac OS (Mojave or higher) Accessories: Desktop Stand, hard-mount, shock-mount and USB cable. Follow me on LinkedIn .

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