Is there any benefit to getting the USB version over the 3.5mm aux version?
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Yes and no. For one microphone attached to a standard Mac or PC, I suggest the USB model as it has has a built-in driver. If using something other than a standard Mac or PC, the 3.5mm Plug model might be a better choice as it would have no built-in driver. For two microphones attached to a standard Mac or PC, I suggest using one USB model and one 3.5mm Plug model plugged into one of the input jacks on the USB model (there are two inputs, the instructions indicate which input to use on the USB model). For multiple microphones attached to a standard Mac or PC, one USB model combined with one or more 3.5mm Plug models would be best. The USB model has both left and right inputs so that users can daisy-chain one or more 3.5mm Plug models into each input. If I had a 30-foot conference table, I could place the USB model in the middle of the table with two 3.5mm Plug models on one side and three 3.5mm Plug models on the other side for a total of 6 microphones on the table. I presently use a similar setup on a smaller table and get great audio unless somebody is drumming his fingers or tapping her pen on the table.
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I drive a FJ and I have a stereo that I have two USB outlets. The stereo has a USB App that I use which shows the music on the USB Stick as well all the Recorded Radio Programs I have and I play them. I have over a dozen USB Sticks which I used but now I am switching over to Kingston Hyperx Predators because of the vast storage space and uses of their small compact sticks. Some stereo's only have USB slots for Map and system updates so you have to check if your USB is used for that, mine has a SD card slot for updates. My friends use their USB access for music, just like I do but not all stereo's do this. I drive a FJ and I have a stereo that I have two USB outlets. The stereo has a USB App that I use which shows the music on the USB Stick as well all the Recorded Radio Programs I have and I play them. I have over a dozen USB Sticks which I used but now I am switching over to Kingston Hyperx Predators because of the vast storage space and uses of their small compact sticks. Some stereo's only have USB slots for Map and system updates so you have to check if your USB is used for that, mine has a SD card slot for updates. My friends use their USB access for music, just like I do but not all... » Read More I drive a FJ and I have a stereo that I have two USB outlets. The stereo has a USB App that I use which shows the music on the USB Stick as well all the Recorded Radio Programs I have and I play them. I have over a dozen USB Sticks which I used but now I am switching over to Kingston Hyperx Predators because of the vast storage space and uses of their small compact sticks. Some stereo's only have USB slots for Map and system updates so you have to check if your USB is used for that, mine has a SD card slot for updates. My friends use their USB access for music, just like I do but not all stereo's do this. « Show Less
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if your car support mp3 direct playback through USB, you can use USB, otherwise, use the line-out of the device connected directly through your car's AUX will give you better sound quality.
1426418
The only difference is that the plug is better connected, I mean, physically, so it won't disconnect and you should get a better ground signal. Also, as the plug is bigger a thicker cable can be attached to it lowering noise/sound ratio.
107555
I notice a reduction in noise, but no discernable difference in sound quality. I use it as a DAC from my Windows pc with great results for music listening. And I use it with my Note 3 via a OTG adapter and usb and get dramatically reduced noise to headphones and external speakers.
1349559
I don't use AUX input but just tried this and have the same hiss. With Disc, BT or USB I don't have it.
1155835
I connected Galaxy S III Headphone Jack with AUX 3.5 to 3.5 to Sharp, and sound was faint, with no bass. I have seen other questions/complaints that indicate the AUX In Jack on the Sharp requires a better quality source to play properly than the other Input options.
107554
You might get a slightly less noisy final output due to the absence of the additional physical connection of the input plug to jack but otherwise, that would depend entirely on the source of the analog signal you give it as input via the AUX jack. If it's a good analog signal (like even typical on-board DACs in computjers), you are unlikely to notice much difference.
719732
I would tend to agree with the other response. I actually own three of these units and use them regularly. However, I have never used the USB port as I have only used them for mixing audio.....they work great for that!
916013
I drive a FJ and I have a stereo that I have two USB outlets. The stereo has a USB App that I use which shows the music on the USB Stick as well all the Recorded Radio Programs I have and I play them. I have over a dozen USB Sticks which I used but now I am switching over to Kingston Hyperx Predators because of the vast storage space and uses of their small compact sticks. Some stereo's only have USB slots for Map and system updates so you have to check if your USB is used for that, mine has a SD card slot for updates. My friends use their USB access for music, just like I do but not all stereo's do this.
890818
I check in the entire manual and there is no mention of the USB Port Version. Sorry.
1933835
I have not tried usb, I use aux 3.5 mm audio Jack. I can use steering wheel controls.
921889
The sound quality should be the same for all three versions. The difference is that buying the android version for an android, or the iphone version for an iphone will give you a nifty volume slider and a play/pause button. So if all you're really looking for is the sound quality, I'd go for the cheaper ones. Ya feel me, homie?
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USB plug on the front is useless, does nothing, purely ornamental. There is a 3.5 mm auxilliary plug on the back. I've used 32 pin, lightning, and 3.5 to 3.5 and had no problems. it's a nice little unit if you still listen to cd's. I'd get some else if your getting it primarily for MP3. cheers
1792280
Based on the information provided they both seem to do exactly the same thing. The 2 go looks better to me. I find the play button on mine a little difficult to depress. One thing they both say they do, "...safekeeping of precious audio in a future-proof, portable .MP3 format," mine does not make MP3 files. It creates .wav files that have to be converted to .mp3 format using iTunes or some other converter.
1212183
The 3.5mm jack is right next to the micro-usb port on it. You'll need a male 3.5mm to plug whatever you're plugging in (speakers, headphones, etc.)
2085785
Uhhhh, it depends on your situation. You can't control the iPod through the 3.5 mm cable. If you can connect the USB to a stereo and that stereo is controlled by a steering wheel then I imagine you could control an iPod from your steering wheel using this cable assuming you had stereo-iPod compatibility. But if you could connect this iPod to your stereo why would you need the 3.5 mm jack? (Maybe to play audio through a device other than the stereo?) I pulled apart my cable and can see that the data pins are connected (30-pin to USB).