Behringer XM8500

An XLR mic: it reaches a PC or Mac through an audio interface or mixer. No console maker statement.

XLR microphoneA low-cost handheld dynamic XLR mic for a first interface setup: it needs an XLR cable, an interface and a stand

Check this setup

Platform connections

“Works” means the maker lists that platform for the connection shown; “Maker doesn't say” means it doesn't mention it either way. On a headset, it also depends on the edition you pick.

Behringer XM8500: how it connects and what you can adjust

How it connects

Behringer XM8500
XLR cable + interface
USB to computer
Chat input

Connections: XLR
Mute: Not listed by the maker
Hear yourself: Not listed by the maker

Choose it if…

You want to connect an XLR microphone through an audio interface or mixer.
You are happy to check your voice with your chat app’s mic test instead of hearing yourself continuously in headphones.
You can match your stand or arm to stand adapter in the box (Behringer doesn't state its thread size).

Before choosing this model

It has no USB: it needs an XLR cable and an audio interface or mixer before a PC, Mac or console can hear it.
There is no mute button, gain knob or headphone jack on the mic; the interface or mixer does those jobs.
The box has the mic, a stand adapter and a carrying case: no XLR cable and no stand.
It is a handheld vocal mic: speak into the end of it, close up.
Behringer names no console or computer system for this mic.
It has no USB, so it doesn't plug into a console or computer by itself: it goes through an audio interface or mixer.
Check the stand, thread and desk position before ordering a mount. Include attached shock mounts and adapters in the total weight. Arms rated for this mic →
Also needed: XLR cable; audio interface or mixer with an XLR mic input; mic stand or boom arm.

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Controls and specifications

Not listed by the maker. Software: Not listed by the maker.

Connections, controls and fit
Connections	XLR
Microphone mute	Behringer lists no mute or on/off switch on the mic: mute on the interface or mixer.
Monitoring	Not listed by the maker
Chat controls	Not listed by the maker
Mounts	stand adapter in the box (Behringer doesn't state its thread size)
Dimensions	Not listed by the maker

In the box and parts
Included parts	XM8500 microphone · Mic stand adapter · Carrying case
Additional parts	XLR cable · Audio interface or mixer with an XLR mic input · Mic stand or boom arm

Manufacturer specifications for Behringer XM8500.
Microphone type	dynamic
Pickup pattern	Cardioid
Frequency response	50 Hz to 15 kHz
Sensitivity	-55 ±3 dBV/Pa
Impedance	150 ohms
Connections	Gold-plated XLR
Internal protection	Shock mount system and a built-in spherical wind and pop filter
Weight	About 240 g
In the box	Mic stand adapter · Carrying case

Questions about the Behringer XM8500

Does the Behringer XM8500 need an audio interface?

Yes. It is an XLR mic, so it needs an audio interface or mixer (and an XLR cable) to reach a computer.

Does the Behringer XM8500 work on PS5?

Not directly: an XLR mic goes through an interface, and Behringer doesn't document this path for the PS5. For PS5 chat, use a USB mic or headset its maker lists for PS5.

Will the Behringer XM8500 fit a boom arm?

Its mount: stand adapter in the box (Behringer doesn't state its thread size). It weighs about 240 g as its maker lists it; add a shock mount if you use one and compare with the arm's limit.

Set it up for game chat.

Connect the parts shown in the diagram. If you use XLR, connect the microphone to the interface before selecting it in your app.
Choose the intended input in the operating system. Run the Discord input check or use your console’s microphone test.
Check speaking level and mute with headphones on. Change only one gain, sensitivity or suppression control between tests.

References

Behringer XM8500
Behringer ULTRAVOICE XM8500 Quick Start Guide V3.0