Hibino releases Ara-Y3 USB microphone for distribution capable of high-quality sound collection of AKG

Hibino releases Ara-Y3 USB microphone for distribution capable of high-quality sound collection of AKG

  • By huawei-accessories.com
  • 03/05/2022

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Hibino Co., Ltd. will release the 3-year warranty model "Ara-Y3", which is AKG's microphone "Ara" with Hibino's original 1-year warranty, from November 19th. The price is open, and the estimated market price is around 10780 yen (tax included).

"Ara-Y3" is AKG's latest USB microphone, which has been highly evaluated by professionals. No complicated operations or settings are required, and even those who are new to the microphone can easily collect high-quality sound. It is also equipped with many easy-to-use functions, and can be comfortably used not only for distribution of voice SNS, YouTube, and live games, but also for online meetings and recordings.

In addition to simply recording the sound, the speaking voice is clear and easy to hear, and the songs and music can reproduce even the finest emotions, so the quality of distribution is said to be significantly improved. Digital conversion realizes 24bit / 96kHz and can collect sound with high resolution exceeding CD. The maximum sound pressure level (the maximum volume that the microphone can pick up) is 120 dB SPL, and it does not distort even in a loud voice.

▲ "Ara-Y3" usage example

Sound collection can be started immediately by connecting to "Ara-Y3", PC, smartphone, or tablet with a cable. It is compatible with iOS and Android devices as well as Windows and Mac PCs, so you can upgrade only the microphone with your familiar device. The main body has a simple design with only two knobs, so even those who use the microphone for the first time do not get lost in operation and setting, and the dedicated stand with non-slip is integrated and installation is completed just by placing it.

ヒビノ、AKGの高音質な収音が可能な配信用USBマイクAra-Y3を発売

▲ Simple design with only two knobs so you don't get lost in operation and settings.

▲ Installation is completed just by placing

In addition, the direction of picking up the sound can be selected from two patterns, front (front only) when talking alone, front & back (both front and back) when talking, so it is useful in various scenes. In addition, it is equipped with a mute function that allows you to turn off the microphone with a single touch. It also has an LED that allows you to see the mute state. Equipped with a headphone output with volume adjustment that can monitor the picked up sound without delay. The pedestal of the dedicated stand is compact and space-saving, and the pedestal can be removed and attached to the arm or microphone stand.

▲ You can choose the direction to pick up the sound from 2 patterns.

▲ Can be attached to an arm or microphone stand by removing the pedestal

"Ara-Y3" comes with a USB cable (type C → A, about 2m) and a conversion screw (3/8 → 5/8 inch) to match the standard of the microphone stand. Also included is a registration card that allows you to download the well-established DAW software "Ableton Live Lite" free of charge. In addition to the manufacturer's 2-year warranty, Hibino comes with a 3-year long-term warranty with its own 1-year warranty.

formatCondenser type
DirectivityFront / Front & Back
Frequency characteristic 20Hz-20kHz
Maximum sound pressure level 120dB SPL (THD 0.5%)
AD conversion 24bit / 96kHz
Output terminal USB type C
Headphone output terminal Terminal: Stereo miniphone Impedance: 16Ω Output: 12mv (16Ω)
power supply USB power supply (DC5V)
Dimensions (φ × H) Mass 93 x 230 mm 672 g (including stand)
accessories USB type C → A cable (about 2m), 3/8 → 5/8 conversion screw

◉ Product information https://proaudiosales.hibino.co.jp/akg/5016.html

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