The Torch Microphone is designed for gamers, streamers, and general content creators looking to squeeze professional-grade features into a relatively affordable PC microphone. The microphone offers 24-bit quality sound, dual condenser design, zero-latency mic monitoring, and a built-in pop filter, among others.
Torche is the professional ROCCAT microphone
| Roccat torch | |
|---|---|
| Design | Table top (compatible with articulated arms) |
| Type | Double condenser |
| Reasons | Cardioid, stereo and whisper (ROCCAT proprietary technology) |
| Connectivity | USB-C (USB-A adapter included) |
| Quality | 24 bits / 48 KHz |
| Response frequency | 20 Hz – 20 KHz |
| SPL | 110 dB |
| Additional features | Responsive RGB lighting Physical checks Activation touch control Headphone output without latency |
| Weight | 500 g with stand 290g single microphone |
| Price | 99.99 dollars |
According to ROCCAT, Torch assures content creators that the sound of their voices will always be perfect; With a sleek and modern design, this microphone is also compatible with a wide variety of articulated arms and even spider mounts, so that in addition to placing it on the table with its included stand, you can integrate it from seamlessly into any streaming environment you already have. .
This first ROCCAT microphone features responsive AIMO RGB smart lighting to add a pop of color to live broadcasts, and its driver-free setup thanks to its USB-C connectivity (a conventional USB Type-A adapter is included) . This microphone will go on sale on August 15, 2021 at a price of 99.99 dollars.
“Torch’s signature look, pro-grade performance, and attractive price tag make it perfect for any streamer or content creator” – said René Korte, founder of ROCCAT and CEO of the company, –“Players see their favorite streamers and are inspired to create their own content; a studio-grade microphone is no longer a luxury, it’s a must-have accessory and we love to step into this new category of PC peripherals with Torch and deliver an accessory that performs so well that it adds to our PC ecosystem.
The features of the ROCCAT USB torch microphone include a dual condenser design that provides 24-bit audio with sample quality up to 48KHz, ensuring that the microphone will be able to pick up and relay a wide range of voices and sounds. with maximum fidelity and quality. Whether it’s a simple whisper or screams for the thrill of the game, Torch delivers quality sound that’s ideal for streaming.
On the other hand, ROCCAT guarantees that Torch is designed specifically for streamers and those who want to become content creators; as such, it comes with three pre-built pickup templates to make it very easy and intuitive to use. Users will be able to choose between a cardioid pattern, perfect for gaming and streaming, stereo ideal for singing or playing instruments, and ROCCAT’s new patented Whisper Mode, specially designed to capture the most subtle whispers and sounds without losing no details.
Torch also incorporates a myriad of quick and easy-to-use controls so that users have no difficulty in taking advantage of all of its features. In this way, it includes the function of muting the microphone with one gesture through a touch button, it has a control mixer which serves to easily adjust parameters such as volume control on the fly or switch between models available without having to install a single driver. Likewise, the microphone includes a 3.5mm headphone jack to use the zero-latency Mic Monitoring feature, which lets you hear your own voice.
This ROCCAT microphone also features the brand’s famous AIMO lighting; With three independent lighting zones that change color depending on the pattern chosen for recording or the mode selected on the microphone, the optional setup software is as comprehensive and straightforward as the rest of the brand’s peripherals.
What ROCCAT did not mention in the technical specifications of this microphone for streaming, is whether it has a noise cancellation system, active or passive, so it is information that for the instant is unknown but since they don’t mention it we can assume you don’t have any technology in place. Yes they said the mic has a pop filter but since the device is not visible in the product pictures we understand that it is internal so the user need not worry its maintenance or the purchase of a separate filter; The pop filter is essential for microphones intended to be used for capturing vocals, as it largely avoids the noise that we all subconsciously make when we expel air through our mouths while speaking and that, although we did not notice him speaking, in one recording it was quite noticeable and boring.
In any case, as we mentioned at the beginning, this microphone is also compatible with articulated arms and spider mounts, but what if the controls and connections are on the base? Indeed, the microphone also incorporates a second USB-C connector on the body itself which allows it to be used independently. You just have to unscrew it from the base and change the connector to be able to mount it on any other accessory, since it incorporates a standard size thread compatible with the vast majority of audio accessories on the market.
Pricing and availability
The first microphone from the German manufacturer ROCCAT has already been presented and in this article we echo it, but its availability is dated August 15, 2021 with a suggested price of 99.99 dollars. The device can be purchased in the manufacturer’s online store, as well as in the list of usual distributors that sell products of the German firm such as Amazon for example, although it is true that they did not indicate whether the availability date is the date of arrival at the stores or the date on which shipments will begin.
