Corsair has announced its first premium USB microphone for gamers and creators: the VOXARA. This surprise announcement from the PC gaming brand makes sense, as it blends the best of both worlds: Corsair hardware and Elgato software.
The latter will undoubtedly give the Corsair VOXARA a leg up over the competition, as Elgato microphones and software have a long legacy of delivering excellent performance, value, and features to streamers and gamers alike. The VOXARA is also compatible with Elgato Wave Link for in-depth audio customization and lighting controls, with integrated support for the Elgato Voice Plus AI-powered noise cancellation VST that normally costs $49.99 USD. It's also ready for the expansive library of plugins and other effects available via the Elgato Marketplace.
However, great software is only one part of the picture, and even though the VOXARA is Corsair's first premium USB microphone, it has the specs and physical design to hopefully live up to that promise. From a hardware perspective, the Corsair VOXARA uses a 25mm capsule with a cardioid polar pick-up pattern tuned for warmth and full sound, with expanded vocal depth supported by a 32-bit, 192KHz sample rate for broadcast-quality recording and streaming.
The physical design includes vibrant iCUE-ready RGB lighting, a durable detachable aluminum stand, built-in shock mount and pop filter, tap-to-mute touch controls on the top of the unit, and an onboard OLED display and multi-function wheel for tactile controls and real-time monitoring. Add simple USB-C to USB-A plug-and-play installation and connectivity, and the Corsair VOXARA is versatile and doesn't rely on external audio interfaces.
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Corsair's first premium USB microphone is set to launch on September 17, 2026, priced at $199.99 USD.
