The Cherry UM 3.0 Streaming Microphone is a solid plug-and-play USB mic built for streamers, content creators, and gamers who want quality audio without the hassle. This cardioid mic features a 14mm capsule that captures your voice with 96kHz/24-bit high-resolution audio, covering the full 20Hz to 20kHz frequency range for crystal-clear reproduction. The cardioid polar pattern focuses on picking up your voice while rejecting background noise from the sides and rear—perfect for noisy gaming setups or shared spaces. With a max SPL of 120dB and -6.87dBFS sensitivity at max gain, it handles everything from quiet commentary to excited callouts without distortion. The USB Type-C connection makes setup dead simple—just plug it in and you're live on Windows or Mac with zero driver installations needed. The built-in 3.5mm headphone jack lets you monitor your audio in real-time with zero latency. At 497 grams with a stable footprint (160 x 140 x 263mm), the UM 3.0 sits solid on your desk in sleek black. No complicated XLR setups, no external interfaces—just straightforward, quality streaming audio.
| Specification | |
| Type | |
| Sample rate | 96 KHz |
| Bit rate | 24 bit |
| Capsules | 1 x 14mm |
| Polar patterns | Cardioid |
| Frequency response | 20Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | -6.87dBFS(Max. gain) |
| Max SPL | 120 db |
| USB Connection | Yes - Type C |
| XLR Connection | No |
| 3.5 Connection | |
| Cable Length | |
| Power Requirements | 5.0 V/DC ±5%, Max. 60 mA |
| High-Pass Filter | |
| Software | Mac OS, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11 |
| Headphone amplifier | |
| Impedance | |
| Power output (RMS) | |
| Frequency response | |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | |
| Connector | 3.5mm |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Dimension (LxWxH) | 160 x 140 x 263 mm |
| Weight (grams) | 497g |
| Colourway | Black |