The BOYA K3 is a USB-C condenser desktop microphone with a 14mm capsule, supercardioid pickup and 48kHz/24-bit audio, plus RGB lighting and a 3.5mm headphone jack for live monitoring. It suits gamers and streamers who want a plug-and-play mic for a PC, Mac or PS5.
Who the BOYA K3 is for
Game streaming: Dynamic RGB lighting cycles through 9 colors, and one tap on the top mutes the mic mid-stream.
Solo voice in a busy room: The supercardioid pattern favors the voice in front of the mic, and a double tap on the top toggles DSP noise cancellation.
PC, Mac and console: It runs over USB with no driver on Windows, macOS, PS4 and PS5, using the included cable with USB-C and USB-A plugs.
Checking your sound live: A 3.5mm headphone jack gives real-time monitoring, and a gain knob sets input level across 0–26dB.
Skip it if: You record two people across a table or a whole room; the K3 has a single supercardioid pattern (the K9 adds omni and figure-8) and no XLR output.
BOYA K3 key specs
Capsule and pattern: 14mm condenser, supercardioid
Audio: 48kHz, 16-bit or 24-bit, 20Hz–20kHz
Sensitivity / SNR / max SPL: -39dB / 75dB / 108dB
Gain: 0–26dB, rotary knob
Top controls: Tap to mute, double-tap for noise cancellation
Monitoring: 3.5mm headphone jack, real time
Lighting: Dynamic RGB effect cycling through 9 colors
Connection: USB-C, no driver needed; Windows, macOS, PS4/PS5
In the box: Microphone with shock mount, pop filter, 5/8" to 3/8" thread adapter, desktop stand, 1.8m USB-C to USB-C/USB-A cable (no boom arm)
Weight: 415g
Genuine BOYA stock. Free shipping on every order, 45-day returns.
BOYA K3 vs similar options
vs Sennheiser XS 1: Adds a wired XLR-3 dynamic handheld design that needs no phantom power; pick the BOYA K3 for direct USB-C plug-and-play, RGB lighting and a 3.5mm monitor jack.
Yes. Every unit we sell is genuine and brand-new, shipped in its original packaging, and backed by our 1-year TonePier warranty and 45-day returns.
Where does my order ship from, and how long does it take?
Every order ships from our warehouse in China, with full tracking, and most orders ship within 3 business days. Shipping is free on every order; most US orders arrive within 7–15 business days and most orders to other countries within 7–20 business days — see our shipping policy for details.
What if it isn't for me?
You get 45 days to decide. Keep the packaging, keep it in like-new condition, and send it back for a refund. Ear tips unsealed for hygiene reasons are fine — we expect you to actually listen.
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