AIRHUG USB Microphone Omnidirectional, Plug & Play 🎧
Description:
This compact USB desktop microphone captures clear voice for online calls, classes and recordings while keeping setup simple and portable. It combines a 360° omnidirectional condenser capsule with AI noise reduction to reduce background sounds, making speech easier to understand during small meetings and one-to-one lessons.
Key Points
The microphone has an omnidirectional pickup pattern that picks up voices around the unit within a stated radius of around 6 ft. LED indicators show status at a glance, with green for active and red for mute, and a tactile mute button on the top gives immediate control during calls. The unit is USB plug and play so no driver installation is required on most Windows and Mac systems, which helps when moving between desktop and laptop setups. Compact and light, the aluminium-like body sits on an anti-slip base to remain steady on a desk, and the included 1.5 metre USB-C to A cable reaches most ports without needing an extension.
Technical Specifications
- Name: AIRHUG 21
- Pickup pattern: Omnidirectional
- Sampling rate: 48 kHz
- Cable length: 1.5 m (USB C‑A)
- Diameter: 86 mm, Thickness: 13.5 mm, Weight: 150 g
Benefits
Background noise reduction is handled by an AI noise reduction mode that targets common distractions such as fan noise and keyboard clicks, so participants hear clearer speech and not ambient sounds. The microphone is suitable for online teaching, remote meetings and simple podcasting where a compact unit is preferred over a boom mic. It is compatible with common conferencing platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Google Meet, which means fewer compatibility headaches when joining calls. The plug and play behaviour also reduces setup time when switching devices or working from different locations.
Usage Recommendations
Place the microphone on a small clear area of the desk, roughly centrally between participants if more than one person will speak, and keep typical speaking distance within the 6 ft pickup radius to obtain natural vocal levels. Mute the unit with the top button when not speaking to avoid transmitting background conversations. Consider using it in quieter environments for the best results, because omnidirectional mics will naturally capture room ambience more than a directional microphone. According to the manufacturer, the device does not include any speaker function, so separate speakers or headphones are required for audio output.
