Anko Streaming Microphone
Product Information
Model: EB400843
Part Numbers: K: 43-567-638 | T: 71-054-506
Made in China
A front-facing view of the Anko Streaming Microphone. It is a black, cylindrical microphone mounted on a circular base via an adjustable arm. The microphone head features a colorful, iridescent mesh grille that glows with RGB lighting. A volume control knob is visible on the front of the microphone base, along with a 3.5mm earphone jack. A USB-A cable is shown connected to the back of the microphone.
Key Features
- 3 distinct modes: Normal, Mute, and Noise Reduction.
- Dynamic RGB lighting effects with customizable colors and patterns.
- High-quality microphone net.
- Volume control knob for easy adjustment.
- 3.5mm earphone jack for monitoring.
- USB-A connection for plug-and-play use.
RGB Lighting Modes
- Normal Working Mode: Indicator light gradually changes from red to rainbow.
- Mute Mode: Press the switch; indicator light turns pink.
- Noise Reduction Mode: Continuously click the switch twice to hear a prompt tone.
- Light Control: Long press the switch to turn off the lighting effect.
Connecting Your Microphone
USB Connection
Plug the microphone's USB-A plug into an available USB-A port on your computer. The microphone's indicator light will illuminate, signifying it is working. Your computer should automatically recognize the USB device and install the necessary drivers.
Diagram showing the USB-A plug of the microphone being inserted into a USB-A port on a computer.
Configuring Settings
macOS Setup
- Insert the USB cable into the computer's USB port.
- Click the Apple symbol in the top-left corner of your screen and select "System Preferences".
- Click on "Sound" to open the Sound preference pane.
- Select the "Input" tab. Choose "USB Microphone" as the sound input device and adjust the input volume.
- Select the "Output" tab. Ensure "USB Microphone" is set as the default output device (this usually happens automatically). Adjust the output volume as needed.
Screenshot of macOS System Preferences, showing the 'Sound' pane selected.
Screenshot of macOS Sound preferences, highlighting the 'Input' tab with 'USB Microphone' selected as the input device and the input volume slider.
Screenshot of macOS Sound preferences, highlighting the 'Output' tab with 'USB Microphone' set as the default output device and the output volume slider.
Windows Setup
Input Settings
Plug the USB cable into your computer. The microphone's light will illuminate, indicating it is in working status.
- Right-click the speaker icon ? in the bottom-right corner of the screen and select "Open sound settings".
- In the "Recording" tab, select "USB Microphone" as the default device. If no change occurs, try resetting the computer and reinserting the USB cable.
- To adjust input volume, double-click "USB Microphone" to open the Microphone Properties window. Ensure the microphone gain and headphone volume knob are not set to zero.
Output Settings (Audio Output via Headphone Jack)
To output computer audio through the microphone's headphone jack (earphones not included):
- Insert your earphones into the 3.5mm earphone jack on the microphone's base.
- In the "Sound" menu, navigate to the "Playback" tab and set "USB Microphone" as the default device.
- Double-click the "USB Microphone" playback device, go to "Properties" > "Levels", and drag the progress bar to adjust the output volume.
Screenshot of Windows sound settings, showing the 'Recording' tab with 'USB Microphone' selected as the default device.
Screenshot of Windows Microphone Properties window, showing the 'Levels' tab with input volume and microphone gain sliders.
Screenshot of Windows Sound playback settings, showing the 'Playback' tab with 'USB Microphone' selected as the default device and the output volume slider.
Product Specifications
- Sensitivity: -42±2dB (1.5V, 680KΩ; 0dB = 1V/Pa, 1KHz)
- Output Impedance: 2.2KΩ
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Range: 40Hz-18,000Hz
- Max SPL: 125dB
- S/N: >66dB
- Sampling Rate: 48kHz/16-bit
- Input Rating: 5V 180mA
- Connection: USB-A plug
12 Month Warranty
Thank you for your purchase. Your new product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 12 months from the date of purchase, provided it is used according to recommendations. This warranty is in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law and New Zealand statutory rights.
Anko will provide a refund, repair, or exchange (subject to availability) for defective products within the warranty period. The business will cover reasonable expenses for claiming the warranty. This warranty is void if the defect results from alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, or neglect.
Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase. For any product difficulties, contact the Customer Service Centre for the entity from which you purchased the product. Warranty claims and return expenses can be addressed to the respective Customer Service Centre.
The product comes with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Contact Information
Contact for Kmart Purchases
Company: Kmart Australia Ltd.
Address: C/- Customer Service Centre, 690 Springvale Road, Mulgrave Vic 3170
Customer Service: 1800 124 125 (Australia) or 0800 945 995 (New Zealand)
Online Help: kmart.com.au
Contact for Target Purchases
Company: Target Australia Pty Ltd
Address: C/- Customer Service Centre, 2 Kendall Street, Williams Landing, Vic, 3027
Customer Service: 1300 753 567
Online Help: target.com.au/help/contact-us