MAONO Fairy AU-903 Review - Rejoice a USB-C Mic That Works With Smartphones!

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MAONO AU-903 is a cardioid condenser mic and one of the few PC/MAC mics with a USB-C connection that allows a direction connection to your smartphone. Is this a worthy Blue Yeti Nano competitor? Let's find out...
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[@JSyntax]

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[@revtane9]

does it have hissing sound? because i saw other videos then they some are saying that it has hissing sound.

[@krator1655]

4:35 I didn't even notice you switched the mic until I looked at the screen

[@JSyntax]

Haha I am terribly sorry if I misled you there

[@MIQUILIAS]

Thank you so much for this video! It was very helpful and I love that you also compared the blue yeti one with the Maono AU-903 because I'm sat here with both of them as well! 😃👏

[@JSyntax]

I really hope you like it

[@najmizabidi]

Thanks for your effort making this review!

[@JSyntax]

My pleasure!

[@mirus2289]

Thanks for this! Bought this for my Webinars together with my Macbook!

[@daelysseou]

This is very helpful. Thank you!

[@Screenguy3]

My thoughts are that the older model sounded a bit warmer but for overall quality/value they are a tie. The Fairy would be a better option for people on the go as mentioned. No worries I gave a up vote :)

[@afterhourscrafts]

Couldn't have smashed the like button harder. Thanks! Good stuff.

[@JSyntax]

Tha k you!

[@MusicTutorJay]

sometimes stay silent so that we can hear the hiss sound how loud it is in both mic

[@adverspace]

exactly , there is some noise in it

[@KevinKwok1234]

Same! WHY. when I plug my headphones into my computer I dont hear this white noise. It only happens when my headphones are plugged into the mic. Please help.

[@adverspace]

@@KevinKwok1234 That must be some hardware issue which cannot be fixed,

[@amlecciones]

Blue yeti captures your voice more fully. But first wise, it depends what you can afford

[@valcmeza]

Great video!! To be honest for the price this mic sounds great.

[@ekaluckchaiyaporn2620]

@JSyntax, thanks much for this. I've been watching your previous videos as well. I like the sound of HyperX Quadcast best but decided to buy MAONO Fairy AU-903 after watching this video. In Thailand it is 3 times cheaper than HyperX Quadcast so I feel it is the best value mic. Not to mention volume knob and USB C feature which is not present in HyperX. Thanks again you helped me a lot.

[@JSyntax]

Usb c for life! Love a modern connection that can be reused for phones.

[@ekaluckchaiyaporn2620]

@@JSyntax do you know if it works with Smule (karaoke app) without needing any additional equipment? This would be perfect if we can hear music and our own voice singing at the same time. I am not aware of any mic that can do this.

[@dereksmithabroad]

I'm checking prices on Shopee now, and the Blue Yeti Nano is double this mic, so I'm probably about to hit the buy button for the Maono! Did you get a pop filter, too? Can you share your purchasing experience with me?

[@AlejandroRamirez-ko5gd]

How are you doing with the microphone? In the video I see that @JSyntax is very close to the microphone so that it is heard well, even to the point of being in a very uncomfortable position when recording videos, I understand that this is because it has little profit to not generate white noise. However, I have seen reviews of the Hyperx Quadcast where they speak at a greater distance, there is no noise and it sounds great. Could you tell us how you use the microphone, if it is as close as @JSyntax or is moving away to be in a comfortable position?

[@JSyntax]

@@AlejandroRamirez-ko5gd I think both microphones are good even at a far distance you just wont to get that nice Bass sound effect

[@Niteshmishraa]

Excellent review. Subscribed you for your complete review style!!!

[@JSyntax]

Thank you!

[@escalibur8437]

Thanks for your effort and the video. I just watched and listened to it using my HD599. The 903 has aweful background noise during speaking into it. Neither to hear on the 401 nor the Yeti Nano. Though you could fix that in post it's a bummer 'cause the audio wouldn't be usable for more professional purposes without being edited first. In general the mic seems to be pretty decent. Take care and have a great Christmas time.

[@wotwot6868]

Yeah noticed this too. And it's very noticeable on other YT reviews as well. Considering that you wanna use the Fairy on-the-go, you don't wanna be bothered with post processing. Has to be plug and play without that terrible noise.

[@JzR0911]

how was it compared to pm401?

[@mohammad-zabih]

you my friend know how to make a GREAT review . and i mean every single word maono could use this on their official website lol

[@JSyntax]

That is kind of you

[@iamherbertflores]

Thanks for sharing. I'm planninh to buy this 903. 😁

[@gamgam9468]

Thanks for the review. Have a few questions. 1) What's the height measurement from the base up to the microphone? 2) can the height still be adjustable? If yes, up to what measurement? 3) Just in case you had a chance to try it out, how does this compare to the Maono A04 series or the Boya PM700?

[@ronfoy9618]

I understand the compact size but The 401 has less noise much clearer with quieter headroom.

[@sofilove...20]

Looks absolutely great...:)(: Soft view.

[@dsalhassan5754]

Very helpful. Thanks very much

[@dave121594]

This review is amazing! Im buying Maono 903

[@JSyntax]

Right on!

[@simoncaddick4857]

Probably a silly question, but does the live feedback function (i.e. listening to your recording live with headphones) work when using the mic plugged into a mobile phone? Or only when plugged into a PC?

[@yonicute]

Wish I can try both at my area, it's hard to get a better feel which is more comfortable to use between the 903 and 401

[@glenoidfossa]

Is there a way around the slightly audible hissing noise in the cardioid pattern?

[@serkulettv1249]

that is also my problem. that could be a factory defect

[@Issco79]

i have the same mic bro and it's good enough for my gaming sessions , good and cheap

[@viaignacio]

Would u recommend this mic for song covers?:)

[@shalawatestetik]

I use this mic for Voice Over and I looooooooove it so much

[@ramgopal.sharma]

By this you mean the 903 model?

[@shalawatestetik]

@@ramgopal.sharma yaaa

[@leenahaudio]

How much was it

[@JohnAnthonyMariquit]

Looks like the amazon link above is for the AU-902 which is different from the item featured in the video. I couldn't find the AU-903 in the Amazon US shop as well. It is available though from the Amazon India and Amazon UK sites.

[@tomjeffrey5875]

If you go on to the 902 it has an option to change model and then click the 903

[@jamesbrinn9701]

I have this Mic and it works perfect with LInux also

[@jofplayz-minecraftandmore2869]

The mic is good overall, the problem is that it has a loud hissing sound when you connect it on a headphone. It also hiss a little bit on your recording.

[@JSyntax]

Turn the gain lower maybe?

[@jofplayz-minecraftandmore2869]

@@JSyntax Where should we set the gain adjustment? Below 50% or below 25%?

[@powersliding]

didnt hear any on this test

[@dtucny]

The hiss on this video was really noticeable to me, especially switching between mics, only this one seemed to hiss.

[@JSyntax]

@@dtucny I couldn't hear it

[@Datchristianwoman]

Hello i connected it to my samsung mobile but it does not work. Please how do i connect i to my phone.

[@maddymuhat8079]

Does it have backround noise cancellation?

[@jomelsagun1047]

Can I connect it directly to a sound card

[@NamrataKarwa]

is this mic best for singing videos ?

[@drums5434]

Could I also use this usb microphone with my iPhone 11 or iPad? If so do you know what adapter I would use? Also could I attach this to a regular boom mic stand?

[@JSyntax]

Yep!

[@drums5434]

@@JSyntax Do you know what cables I would need to connect the iPhone 11 with a lightning jack?

[@dollidaysxox]

What adapters and wires do u need to connnect to Samsung S20 .. i cant connect it and they didnt give me extra wire?.

[@egulstv3937]

Mine too. What converter should we get?

[@arunsiddharthsai6966]

Microphone is enough? To connect to our mobile phone? Or we need any external source to connect to our mobile phone

[@thehadrianus]

Thanks for the awesome review. How far away from me can the mic be and still pick my voice? I will use my laptop to record myself. I will stand in front of a screen and I don't want the mic to be seen in the video. I can have the mic hanging from the ceiling.

[@JSyntax]

I would not go more than four feet from the microphone if you do it will start to Echo a lot and become very tinny

[@thehadrianus]

@@JSyntax Thank you very much for your reply. I appreciate it.

[@senseisan1515]

Can i unscrew this mic and put it on a boom arm ??

[@athena3229]

Which one would you say is better for recording music? Like just vocals, acoustic guitar or in front of an amp in general?

[@JSyntax]

Yes!

[@RespectAllBeings6277]

Naturally my voice is very low. Opposite listener used to complain on my low voice. Does it have internal amplifier? Can i use it to attend my meeting calls? Will it help?

[@Niteshmishraa]

Use voice boosting by post production modifications bro

[@sersolo1750]

mine didnt include a type c to micro usb chord. Is there a chord that i can buy?

[@Pankaj.Boruah]

Price in India? Can I buy from Amazon?

[@anishagupta6743]

Is it possible to record a video with voice on the smartphone when the mic is connected to the smartphone?

[@PH-yo6fz]

Can we attach the 903 to a mic boom / mic stand? Thanks! Great content!

[@mastmolamm5604]

What's good for smule or starmaker for singing bro ?

[@chittinaidu3613]

it sounds good useful video, keep it up

[@krishnansrinivasan830]

Awesome & Thanks :)

[@jamescross6208]

Can you tell us where you found the USB-C cable male to male that fits with AU-903? Been searching for days.

[@ShanMichaelEscasio]

wow..this is a promising one! If my assumption is correct, this kind of condenser mic with variable polar pattern is for those like me with "untreated" home studios? Also, does this hog too much battery from your smartphone if you plug the mic to your phone?

[@JSyntax]

Yes it is great for untreated rooms

[@Stinkyclawkilla]

The link in the description isn’t the same mic as in the video

[@digvijaysingh325]

I am looking to buy a mic for story narration and i am on a very tight budget can you recommend any ?????

[@johnemmanuell]

Hello, can you suggest a compatible microphone shock mount with this mic:

[@emmanuelscordos2240]

I'm having issues with the USB C cable. the one that it comes with is too short. ordered another one, doesn't fit.

[@gfa9328]

What recorder did you use here?

[@heyjainam]

Is this good for Fingerstyle guitar recording?

[@JSyntax]

Yes

[@JSyntax]

That's so inappropriate

[@luisalbertoruizfigueroa8692]

MAONO AU-903 excelente microfono

[@viuki]

thankyou for reviewing this, was looking for a good condenser mic for the first time, n I'm getting this one cause your review :)

[@JSyntax]

Right on! Enjoy modern usb c

[@ynav.8671]

Awesome video! May I ask what cord did you use to plug it into your mobile phone? I tried using its own cord plus a USB C port adapter but the mic wont turn on :/ thank you so much!

[@JSyntax]

Hmm, what phone are you using?

[@ynav.8671]

@@JSyntax Woah thank you for getting back to me. I'm using Realme 6Pro. It has a USB port C

[@yonicute]

What’s the farthest distance can the 903 pick up your voice clearly? The ergonomic of the stand is not so ideal for my station if it’s needed to be in front of my face. The other Maono mic (A04) has bunch of accessories that make it quite compelling too.

[@JSyntax]

Closer the better. I use an adhoc box to raise if I'm doing long voice recording sessions. I wouldn't go more than 30 cm, for any condenser mic.

[@yonicute]

@@JSyntax Thanks. Will keep this in mind. :)

[@johnpaulpanton5403]

Does this have a noise cancelling feature?

[@MusphyOfficial]

hi. is this possbile to connect to audio mixer like any othrr condenser mic?

[@daliborrrr88]

From where this mic get power (if it is condenser) if you directly connect in smartphone

[@fredravino8290]

I think both maono almost sound the same. 😊

[@JSyntax]

Yes they are very similar I agree with you Fred

[@angelestebangutierrezborraz]

hello how are you friend, one question do you know if the microphone is compatible with the Xbox one console?

[@Develoquent]

I bought it! Do you know what a good arm stand option is?

[@jmds9535]

How to removed hissing noise from this mic?

[@sandyx7381]

Quick question - can it also receive audio if you are doing a podcast over zoom or streamyard?

[@JSyntax]

referring to real-time monitoring then yes

[@sandyx7381]

@@JSyntax Yes for monitoring. If you have a guest on zoom then I can also receive the audio from zoom right?

[@ErliGalano]

Will purchasing a USB-C to lightning connector work on iphone?

[@arn-asmr]

Sounds nice! Have you tried the 902 version? Which mic would you recommend for recording songs?

[@krator1655]

It is the 902 I'm assuming he thought it was the 903

[@madmax2069]

@@krator1655 the 902 and 903 are indeed different mics. With the 903 you can adjust to cardioid and omnidirectional, with the 902 you're stuck with only cardioid. He is in fact using the 903, the 902 is a little shorter than the 903.

[@StaticSpire]

Which pop filter did u use for the 903 I'm trying to find a compatible one

[@enthuesd]

Nice video thanks

[@zaymax_7]

Can you connect other maono mics to iphone as well? or is it au-903 exclusive?

[@Wynn124]

Is the 3.5 mm jack at the back only for monitoring the sound?

[@onlivimal]

if you connect the mic to any device, the audio from that device can be relayed through the 3.5mm jack. If that was your question.

[@skyunn]

Does this work with iphones?

[@enrique.odar.]

great video but sound the clicking the mechanic keyboard when you speak?

[@LeafOfAutumn05]

It really works on smartphone?

[@paulotarso2928]

hello, I have a samsung A32, if I turn it on my cell phone to do live on instagram, will it work? and will there be a better sound than my cell phone microphone?

[@kokolexx]

do yours have issue with hissing/static noise? i just bought one and notice the noise but it's my first mic so i dont have other to compare to so i dont know if it is normal or not

[@JSyntax]

A little bit, barely noticeable

[@kokolexx]

@@JSyntax oh no. I think i got defected product. The static is very noticeable on cardioid mode but slighly better on omni :(

[@manabendraray8424]

Check the silence. I think 903 has hiss sound which is audible even in this video if one try to hear it. I bought and found the hissing sound is even more in the monitoring socket even with volume at zero. The other odd thing is, maino site specifies it as 96Khz/24bit bit I found it uses a c-media chip with 48.1khxz/16bit only.

[@JSyntax]

Ya I barely notice it though

[@The_Chxmist]

It didn’t work when I plugged it into my iPhone any suggestions?

[@carterdotn3083]

What usb c cord do you use? All of my cords are too small....

[@tjmfrancisco]

If you plug this to your pc with earphones, will you hear the sound from the pc or only yourself talking into the mic? Thanks.

[@JSyntax]

No you will need to use the line in to get real-time monitoring of your voice I just provided on this mic

[@NEONARDODiCAPRiO]

Im confused so what do you hear

[@raymundjane166]

Can I use this for singing?

[@johnv5156]

If I plug my headset into the hardware monitoring headset, could I hear someone on a Zoom or Skype call live? I wasn't sure if it was used only for checking recording levels. Thank you.

[@2Musicmundo]

SI SE PUEDE ESCUCHAR, LLAMADAS, MÚSICA Y TODO LO QUE SALGA DEL TELÉFONO, YO LO TENGO

[@nanmbsan]

Can you post a link for the c type cable you use to connect the mic to your phone please. None of the c type to c type cables seem to fit in the mic but the c type to USB cable it came with clicks right in. It's depressing lol

[@RBT777]

Hi I saw this video, really enjoyed it. I'm trying to connect it to a Pixel 4 but doesnt seem to recognize the mic. Do you have any app or recommendations to get the two working together? Thanks!!

[@JSyntax]

Do you try open camera on play store ?

[@tiffanypiggottshorts]

Can I use it on a iPad? Is it good for singing? I love the quality

[@LearPro]

can the MAONO AU-903 be put in a shock mount?

[@crismangala9049]

Can you please make a video how to connect your phone to your mic?

[@ColtonLaneHall]

****PLEASE HELP**** I notice on Amazon they don’t have the 903, all I am seeing is the 902. Do you think this will work still? I like the smartphone USB capability that you showed in this video, can’t find the 903 anywhere. Only the 902. Should I get the 902? Is it pretty much similar?

[@fls6201]

Did you use a USB OTG adapter to connect it to your phone?

[@itsmeyella7530]

Will this work in an OTG cord? I badly need answers. Thank youu

[@Shambhu_creations]

Yes it will

[@wovrd1829]

Can this Maono fairy be mounted on a stand? I want something that's budget versatile so that we can unplug to use on the go and for work conference use whilst typing keyboard (using stand)

[@JSyntax]

absolutely, i put mine on a $20 boom arm and i LOVE IT!

[@tartart4654]

How is the Noise cancelation in a normal room?

[@robertjaysonmorales6947]

Is the BM800 Extension rod compatible to maono 903?🤔 I love the review

[@NotRovb_]

yes because the bm800 arm uses a 3/8 screw male and it screws perfectly with maono since its uses 3/8 screw female

[@POJOKASURANSI]

If we can use both default video app and third party app in our android device, which app should be we chosed for the best result ?

[@JSyntax]

i think both will do the same!

[@galgadotblues3508]

Which one better maono or boya PM700?

[@KC_Live00s]

Can I plug this into my iPhone XS ?

[@KIMKAISOOBH]

Is this good for ASMR?