I have no experience with recording equipment--what do I need to make this work with a laptop? (Parts and example, please.) Thanks!
1497281
You will need an adapter that takes the xlr connector to USB, and also provides 48 volts. I use the Lexicon Lambda. It works well. Audio technical also makes s similar mic that is designed for USB.
1497282
This mic requires a power supply, in between the mic and the input for the computer. You will need a preamp or a mixer with phantom power. You can find several different types on amazon, ebay, etc. You would plug your mic into the preamp/power supply, then run a connection from the preamp to your computer. Some preamps give you the option of either running the output via a standard mini jack into the mic input on your laptop OR via a USB port, depending on the design of your preamp/mixer.
1497283
you need a usb audio interface that supports xlr. you also need to get a xlr cable. id recommend buying a used at4040. it performs quite a bit better it has more presence and sounds more natural.
1497284
It depends what your doing but a soundcard wita preamp like a focusrite scarlett
1497285
You need external audio interface hardware and recording / mixing software.
236208
the cheapest way would be to buy a battery place it in the mic then plug into your mic input you may need an adapter to fit into the input on your sound card, but what are you recording?
1486494
I,m not 100 percent sure , but any computer with a line in and half decent audio software will accept it fairly well as this is how I am recording atm , but naturally keeping an eye on your input levels becomes your biggest problem , sorry couldn't answer exact question , :(
112783
If you use a conversion box, yes. This specific model uses an XLR interface because it requires phantom power (three prong, cylindrical shape). You can spend about $100 on a usb conversion box and use this model. I Use an AKAI professional ($250+) which can handle up to 4 mics and 4 outputs ALONG WITH the usb cable. All that said, you can bypass the whole thing and buy an "AT2020 USB". It hooks directly up to the laptop and there's no other equipment to buy. Warning: If you use an AT2020 USB, it will eat up your battery life, you NEED to have your machine plugged in to use it for a long duration. Reason is: the mic takes about 40 volts of power and audio recording and engineering is a processor intensive task (more CPU work = more power being consumed), it also takes a lot of memory so your HDD will be running non stop. If you're using this for fun, get the USB and save the money. If you're looking to get into more serious work, use the XLR as it's compatible with more high end equipment.
122625
We plugged it into the microphone jack on our computer. Then, you need a program to use the microphone for recording. We used a free program called Audacity.
484609
If your laptop has a stereo 1/8" mic input, the mic should work with it. The audio quality of the mic is OK for the price, and adequate for voice (pod casts), but don't expect it to be "pro" quality, especially for music. The mic preamplifiers in your laptop will also have some influence on the audio quality. Generally speaking, most computers don't have great preamps, so they contribute a bit of background noise to the audio.
1888136
It should work, Just have in mind you will need additional adapters. If you want to purchase this just for recording I would recommend buying an Audiobox USB recording Interface.
1910012
If you like to use with the laptop, you need a special adapter to connect same time a mic and an earphone. I don't know if you can find. Check in Radio shack.
969739
probably:-your mic (assuming you have a condenser mic that needs phantom power?)-xlr mic cable male to female-mic cable with female xlr on one end and an 1/8" male stereo or mono plug (you'll have a mono to stereo issue on the input to your computer but you can most likely fix that in garageband/protools)-you may need a direct box if the signal isn't hot enough for your computer's audio input, if so you'll need a few more cables to be able to rout the direct box inI think that's it?
352449
Well, it is analog and is intended for use in an amplifier. But you could probably use an adapter that converts the analog to digital, but I don't know what the quality would be. If you want to do that, something like this should work: niceEshop(TM) 2.5mm Male to 3.5mm Female Stereo Audio Jack Adapter Cable,Black" rather thanBut if you're using it in an amplifier, it's a great microphone. But I recommend you get these as well to protect it from spit and such: Bluecell Black 5 Pack Microphone Windscreen Foam CoverBut if you want a good digital microphone for recording in a computer sound editing software or just for voice chatting or whatever, I recommend this: Frisby Stand Alone Microphone for PC Computer Laptop Notebook, VOIP, w/noise cancelingHope I helped ;) Well, it is analog and is intended for use in an amplifier. But you could probably use an adapter that converts the analog to digital, but I don't know what the quality would be. If you want to do that, something like this should work: niceEshop(TM) 2.5mm Male to 3.5mm Female Stereo Audio Jack Adapter Cable,Black" rather thanBut if you're using it in an amplifier, it's a great microphone. But I recommend you get these as well to protect it from spit and such: Bluecell... » Read More Well, it is analog and is intended for use in an amplifier. But you could probably use an adapter that converts the analog to digital, but I don't know what the quality would be. If you want to do that, something like this should work: niceEshop(TM) 2.5mm Male to 3.5mm Female Stereo Audio Jack Adapter Cable,Black" rather thanBut if you're using it in an amplifier, it's a great microphone. But I recommend you get these as well to protect it from spit and such: Bluecell Black 5 Pack Microphone Windscreen Foam CoverBut if you want a good digital microphone for recording in a computer sound editing software or just for voice chatting or whatever, I recommend this: Frisby Stand Alone Microphone for PC Computer Laptop Notebook, VOIP, w/noise cancelingHope I helped ;) « Show Less
1251568
I'll be frank. You do not want to use a mic that plugs into your PC or soundcard. Put your other USB devices on a a powered external hum and plug your mic into a free PC USB port. Even if you were to get a standard XLR mic you would still need a preamp that provided Phantom Power and a USB interface to connect it to your PC. some Preamps have interfaces built in.
833600
See bro, the mic needs a micro 3D USB input, it allows it to be compatible with all laptops. Tho it is compatible with a desk top at anytime. This sound USB drive can be bought here on amazon for a low prize of $10 or less.
292172
This isn't for connecting to a computer, it's only phantom power used for special microphones that require power. You are looking for something like the PreSonus AudioBox USB 2x2 USB Recording Interface.
1152925
I looked at the mixer and it looks like the usb is only for plugging in mp3 players. You need a audio interface to connect to a laptop I use Roland UA-1G whith my laptop. Sorry for my first response I always just assumed that was what it was for.
107854
If your laptop has a mic in plug (most do) you should be able to use your Sony mic. The problem is Windows does not come with a good recording program. You need a program like Goldwave or WavePad to record and then to tweak and edit the sound afterwards. Basically, this recorder is a small computer. Your laptop or Mac should be fine. Keep in mind that the better quality microphone you use, the better the recording will be. You might also consider a small mic mixer, if you want to have multiple microphones.
1124351
No, you probably can't use this for a laptop into the mic jack. These kind of microphones need some amount of power which laptop jacks typically fail to provide. You need to plug this into a receiver which can power the mic.
1060255
Can you tell me how you are going to connect this device as I am unfamiliar with it. I connect a portable device I have through the RCA connections. This enables the sound, music etc., to run through it as well as record. It also has a USB port on the back, although I have not tried to directly record from this devise, as my portable device records. It does not have a particular button, switch or toggle for recording so if the device you are using does not have the recording capability I'm not sure how you would get into "record" mode. Though I am saying this without reading the manual which is packed away at the moment.