16-MEMS Microphone Array: Production-Ready Experimental Design
🚧 Project Transition Notice
The 16-MEMS USB Microphone Array is now part of larger GEEK VAULT project hosted on usbser.com.
🎁 Existing Buyer Entitlement
All previous purchasers are automatically entitled to Supporter Edition ($199 value) access on the new GEEK VAULT platform.
A professional-grade USB microphone and audio platform designed to give creators and makers freedom that big brands rarely offer.
Better Than Crowdfunding
I wanted a microphone that wasn't just another black cylinder stuffed with budget parts. I dreamed of a massive microphone array packed with features. At first, the idea seemed impossible. But I asked: What if I can pull this off?
The result is this 16-MEMS microphone array — an ongoing research project that works as a standard USB microphone today. The core design is complete and ready to be ordered as a fully-assembled PCB from JLCPCB.com, requiring no technical or soldering skills.
Skip the Wait, Own the Tech
Why gamble on a crowdfunding campaign? For approximately $130, you can order the PCBs and get two physical microphones in hand, with no delays or unfulfilled promises.
Follow the Journey
The hardware platform was designed from the start to be flexible and capable enough to support ongoing experimentation — which means more interesting content for you! Follow my YouTube channel for the latest updates on feature development, including beamforming, voice effects, and tap-to-mute using impact sensing.
Core Hardware Features
Project Files Included
All project files are available through the GEEK VAULT platform:
Basic, usable firmware with flashing instructions is available! Updated video on performance will be posted on my YouTube channel.
How to Get Your Microphone
You can expect to spend about $130 in total to make two boards using third-party manufacturing services like JLCPCB.com. That comes out to roughly $65 per board.
Basic functionality verified. RTC, SD-Card slot, accelerometer, and headphone codec not yet tested. Everything else appears functional, but if these features are critical for you, please wait for the next revision. Known issue: green LEDs are slightly brighter than red ones—will be adjusted in the next revision.
Note: I'm not affiliated with JLCPCB. This is only an estimate - final cost depends on current component prices and your chosen manufacturer.
Support & Legal
All design files, firmware, and documentation included with this product are copyright © 2025 Georgy Moshkin. Your purchase grants you a personal, non-transferable license to use and modify the materials.
For technical or access-related questions regarding the GEEK VAULT transition, contact support@usbser.com.