The NZXT Capsule microphone was launched in 2021 and is a decent mid-tier wired USB microphone. Its selling point has been the "plug-and-play" feature--meaning you don't need to download any software to use the mic, and it's fairly straightforward to get it set up. Now NZXT is launching a smaller version of the NZXT Capsule, aptly called the Capsule Mini.
The Capsule Mini features 24-bit resolution and a single cardioid polar pattern. This means the microphone picks up what's closest to it and reduces background sounds, making it a good mic for streaming or podcasting. The Capsule Mini is $70 (standard Capsule is $130).
The Mini also has a slightly lower resolution than the standard Capsule (24-bit/48kHz versus 24-bit/96kHz) and also needs the software NZXT Cam, which comes free with the mic, to control settings. The microphone release for the Mini is also a screw, instead of the Capsule's push-release.
NZXT will also offer the Boom Arm Mini ($70), a small boom arm--and like the Capsule Mini, it is meant for those who want to save some desk space.
Capsule Mini Specs
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Resolution: 24-bit/48kHz
- Frequency Response: 100hz - 10kHz
- THD: 0.23% @ 1kHz
- Dimensions: 3.9" x 7.3" x 3.9"
- Weight: 1.2lb
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