How do I connect a microphone to the CTK 4200 ? I see how for the 220 and 225. This is one of the main reasons I purchased it.
1176424
The audio in jack works for a microphone by using an adapter plug that converts the microphone jack to a mini stereo input plug (like the one on the ends of cheaper earphones).
755648
XLR to microphone and USB into Mac. Mine worked a little better (less laggy) when I used the USB 2.0 jack. In hindsight, I would've bought XLR - 1/8 in mini plug and used the mic input and it might have worked better. You have to switch input in settings also, it's probably defaulted to "built in mic".
1719348
you could connect anything you want to it via RCA input on the back side of it as long as you monitor the signal going in so it doesn't overload. the peak indicator will light up red if the signal is peaking. just get the converter for the type of cable you are using and everything should work just fine. i would not suggest using microphone jack to connect anything but the microphone to it. hope this helps you. cheers
1056508
that would be a strange thing to do. for the same price, you can get a pretty good analog microphone, and skip the two digital conversion steps.
1954019
This mic doesn't work on my laptop either.Do not know why,try to adjust settings on my computer also skype settings.nothing would work.Im still researching,if I cant find an answer,I will return this item.
1357322
Hey Candy, This microphone works with phantom power, so if you want connect it to your computer you are going to need a phantom to usb adapter such as Blue Icicle. Blue Icicle adapter is going to allow you to power your mic with your computer and record with any application or software of your preference after you set it up as your computer external mic. You can find this in amazing too. No cords come with the mic set, you only get the pair of microphones plus the microphone's holder for each one. MXL is a great brand and this pair will offer you an amazon sound quality, although, the problem with phantom powered microphones is that they are very sensitive to temperature. You are dealing with professional equipment, there for maintenance is important. If what you are looking for is a good quality usb microphone, i will recommend you to take a look at Blue. They build great usb powered microphones such as "the snowball. very portable, not too heavy, extremely durable and most importantly good sound quality. this lil guy comes with the stand a cord, ready to go. amazon prizes this product for $49.99 (half the prize of the MXL 550/551) If what you are looking for is good quality and portability, ready to go mic. I will recommend you to go for the Blue Snowball microphone. Great from home standard recording. Otherwise take a look at the blue icicle usb adapter to connect it to your computer. Good Luck!!!
795654
You don't want to use the line input for the Mic, you should use either a 1/4 inch or XLR input
1020699
I tried to modify my AZden SGM-2X in an attempt to modify it for a special use and destroyed it. The wires inside are extremely tiny and I can see no way to repair it. Anyway, the few times I used the mic before destroying it I wasn't impressed with its abilities. I too was trying to use it inside. I wish I had at least tried it outside listening to birds or something. Sorry, I am no help.
2177958
The mic and ground lines are reversed. so you need an adapter or rewire it to use the mic. If you don't need the mic you can press and hold the mic button (can use the included clip to do this).
755647
XLR to microphone and USB into Mac. Mine worked a little better (less laggy) when I used the USB 2.0 jack. In hindsight, I would've bought XLR - 1/8 in mini plug and used the mic input and it might have worked better.
1471485
I remember it is RCA plug, it would be easier if you use a female to female coupling(around $2 @ RadioShack) then you connect a longer RCA cable and see if it works. I returned my unit after one week because of loud hum when microphone is plugged in.
168728
hey thanks for the info! as it turns out, my camera DOES have a mic input. boy do I feel stupid :) but i guess I won't need this one after all. I do think that it would work in a pinch, and thanks again for taking the time to respond-SelArom
1501864
I don't know, but the question prompts me to try a work-around I've thought of. You can buy, at Amazon or elsewhere, a wireless microphone kit with TWO mikes for less than $30. I've thought of hooking that up to the Hisonic to see how well it works. I'll try to give it a go this weekend. John Donohue
1158208
i have a created some recordings and have used the mic with some distance and let my normal voice, it sounds awesome! check the podcast i created with that microphone! http://traffic.libsyn.com/crmbuzz/CRMBuzz001.mp3
1184282
The microphone has a male XLR connector. You can get an appropriate cord to connect this to a standard sound system or get a Male XLR to 1/4" Male connector for a Karaoke sound system.
612613
If you have misplaced your operator's manual you can download one here:http://www.audio-technica.com/cms/resource_library/literature/0fb01429606842cf/at_pl50_om.pdfAs for setting it up, CQ is right just use the RCA adapter to you computer's mic input. You may want to have a good program like "Audacity" to oversee your recording. It's still a free download I believe, or there are others that will work. Good Luck.
1377595
Get the NADY DKW-Duo wireless mics. Comes with two wireless mics, and you have no cords to deal with. I have them and they work great.