Maono has announced the launch of its PD500W microphone, featuring hybrid connectivity, 32-bit float internal recording protection and AI-powered content workflow.
Designed to meet the needs of podcasters, streamers, video creators and more, the PD500W supports USB-C XLR and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, and represents what the company said is the world’s first AI-powered hybrid mic.
Adapting to multiple environments, the PD500W’s wireless receivers support compatible USB-C devices while direct USB-C connections aim to simplify computer-based recording and XLR integration enables interoperability with existing audio interfaces.
The device features 32GB of internal storage with 32-bit float recording. Audio can be recorded directly while being simultaneously transmitted to another device, ensuring robust content backup across a number of use cases. A dedicated -9dB safety track captures a lower-level version of the recording to safeguard against clipping or distortion from unexpected volume spikes.
A range of intelligent audio processing tools includes AI-powered adaptive AGC, a digital de-popper and built-in limiters, helping to manage vocal level fluctuations, reduce plosive sounds and minimise the risk of overload.
Maono plans to expand the workflow experience with forthcoming updates to MaonoLink software, including AI-powered transcription, summarisation and translation tools, transforming spoken content into searchable text, highlights and multilingual assets.
