# FIFINE AM8PROT USB/XLR Gaming Microphone with Boom Arm

The FIFINE AM8PROT is a USB/XLR microphone kit with a boom arm, aimed at gaming, streaming and podcasting. USB is the route for the listed onboard controls and plug-and-play use, while XLR is intended for connection through an audio interface or mixer.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: FIFINE
- Model: AM8PROT
- Category: Electronics > Microphones
- Price: 72.24 GBP
- Previous price: 84.99 GBP
- Discount: 15%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T17:48:15.521Z
- Rating: 4.9 / 5
- Reviews: 13

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## At a glance

- USB connectivity is described as plug and play for PC, PS4/PS5 and USB-C laptops.
- A tap-to-mute button has an LED indicator, according to the listing.
- The three-in-one control adjusts microphone gain, headphone monitoring volume and the balance between microphone and computer audio over USB.
- RGB lighting is offered on the microphone and boom arm, with over 240 lighting combinations claimed.
- The boom arm is stated to extend to 30 inches, and its clamp is listed for desks 0.8–2.1 inches thick.

## Pros

- USB and XLR connections offer a choice between direct USB setup and an audio-interface or mixer setup.
- On-mic gain, headphone-volume and audio-mix controls can make routine adjustments easier over USB.
- The claimed kit includes a boom arm, foam windscreen and USB cable.

## Cons

- The onboard controls and headphone monitoring are stated to work only over USB, not XLR.
- The listing says the microphone does not work with Xbox.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: FIFINE
- Model: AM8PROT
### Connectivity and controls
- Connection: USB, XLR
- Polar pattern: Unidirectional
- Channels: 1
- Special features: RGB, Mix-Control
- Microphone form factor: Gooseneck
- Connector type: XLR/XLR
### Compatibility and kit
- Compatible devices: Personal Computer, Gaming Console
- Recommended uses: Gaming,Streaming,Podcast
- Included components listed: Boom arm, Foam windscreen, USB cable
### Audio figures
- Audio sensitivity: 75 Decibels
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 75 dB

## Before you buy

- The listing gives inconsistent audio detail: one field calls the pattern unidirectional, while feature copy specifies cardioid, and the stated 75 Decibels audio sensitivity and audible-noise figures are not explained. It also advertises 115dB SPL handling and 48kHz/24bit fidelity without corresponding entries in the technical details. Treat those claims as unconfirmed. USB controls are unavailable over XLR, an XLR cable is not included, Xbox is listed as unsupported, and the clamp is stated to fit desks 0.8–2.1 inches thick.

## In the box

- Boom arm (Included)
- Foam windscreen (Included)
- USB cable (Included)

## A good fit for

- PC, PS4 or PS5 users seeking a USB microphone with mute and on-mic monitoring controls.
- Streamers or podcasters who want an included boom arm and RGB lighting.
- Users planning an XLR setup through an existing audio interface or mixer, who are comfortable using external controls.

## Less suited to

- Xbox users, as the listing states this microphone is not compatible.
- Buyers who require the microphone's onboard controls or headphone monitoring while connected by XLR.
- Setups that need an XLR cable included in the package.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback reports favourable impressions of sound quality and value, including suitability for gaming and beginner voice acting. Those are customer perceptions rather than verified performance results. The USB/XLR options and included arm make the kit relevant to those uses, but the feedback does not establish how it performs in every setup. The rating distribution is strongly positive, though the sample is small.
- Positive themes: Customer feedback highlights sound quality.
- Positive themes: Customer feedback describes the bundle as good value.

## Frequently asked questions

### Does the AM8PROT work with Xbox?
The listing says it does not work with Xbox. It names PC, PS4/PS5 and USB-C laptops for USB plug-and-play use.
### Do the controls work over XLR?
No. The listing says the multifunction knob, other onboard function keys and headphone monitoring are available over USB only. For XLR, it directs users to an audio interface or mixer.
### Is an XLR cable included?
The listing says an XLR cable is not included. The stated package components are a boom arm, foam windscreen and USB cable.
### Will the boom-arm clamp fit my desk?
The listed desk thickness range is 0.8–2.1 inches. Check the desk thickness before choosing this setup.

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## Images

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