Detail 01
Dynamic cardioid capsule
It combines dynamic microphone operation with a cardioid pickup pattern.
Product detailSKU #1500000471366
Trash Talk AudioPayphone Mic - Yellow
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
In Yellow, the Trash Talk Audio Payphone Mic is a dynamic cardioid microphone built into an ABS payphone handset. Its stated 300Hz–3.4kHz range creates a constrained, midrange-led telephone effect directly from the microphone, useful when a vocal, instrument, or reamped signal needs that lo-fi treatment without post-processing. A 3-pin male XLR connection lets it feed a mixer, interface, or hardware effects unit. The cardioid pickup pattern helps keep attention on the source in loud rehearsal spaces and onstage, while the included clip supports stand mounting.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording a second vocal layer with a restricted, telephone-style tone already captured at the microphone.
- Creating lo-fi treatment on instruments, snare drum, guitar amps, or reamped signals.
- Stage and rehearsal use where a cardioid pattern helps isolate the sound source.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Full-bandwidth recording duties, because the specified response spans 300Hz–3.4kHz.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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300Hz–3.4kHz frequency response
The limited range is what produces its midrange-forward telephone effect.
Detail 03
150 ohms ±30 at 1kHz impedance
The microphone’s stated impedance is 150 ohms ±30 at 1kHz.
Detail 04
ABS payphone handset
The housing is an ABS payphone handset with a vandal-resistant build.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Plan for an XLR connection to a mixer, interface, or hardware effects unit.
- 02A mic clip for stand mounting is included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the yellow version a dynamic microphone?
Yes. It is specified as a dynamic microphone with a cardioid polar pattern.
02What is its frequency response?
The specified response is 300Hz–3.4kHz.
03Can it connect to an audio interface?
Yes. Its 3-pin male unbalanced XLR connector can run to an interface, mixer, or hardware effects unit.
04Does it include repair coverage?
Yes. Trash Talk Audio provides free lifetime repairs.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid
- Frequency Response
- 300Hz–3.4kHz
- Impedance
- 150 ohms ±30 at 1kHz
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Yellow
- Type
- Dynamic
1 detailsConnections & power
- Connector
- 3-pin XLR male (unbalanced)
1 detailsIn the box
- Included Accessories
- Mic clip
2 detailsOther
- Housing
- ABS payphone handset
- Warranty
- Free lifetime repairs
