I want to connect my Excelvan BM-800 Mic (needs phantom power) to this Nady unit via an XLR-3.5mm cable to my Mac's 3.5mm mic in. Possible?
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Ya it's possible, you just need an XLR M-F Cable. Then connect your mic via XLR M-F cable to the Nady phantom unit and then XLR F-3.5mm to your Mac's mic in. Hope this helps you.
1809382
Nope. I own that mic and it has a USB connector, not an XLR. Only buy mics with xlr or rca connectors.
202533
No you can't. This has a male XLR connector. Microphones have male XLR connectors. You need a cable with a female XLR. Remember that for XLR connectors the pins point where the sound is going.
2073148
yes, you will need additional equipment. If you want something that plugs directly into the mac you want a USB mic. The other poster is not accurate, you dont just need phantom power, you need an a/d converter as well (which is included in the profire 2626). There are lots of different boxes with that capability, but if you want to plug directly into the mac, get a usb mic.
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Hi Kristina, It really depends on your microphone and computer setup. A lot of XLR microphones require "phantom" power, which means that the source powers the microphone. Unless you have a source that can output power, then the mic won't work. Most computer inputs are just basic inputs. They can't supply power. I currently use a Shure 57 mic and I found this cable to work great with it. http://www.amazon.com/HDE%C2%AE-Female-Cable-Instruments-Microphones/dp/B0050CEEIW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386034982&sr=8-1&keywords=usb+to+xlr The USB can supply the right power to an XLR mic. Hope this helps.
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It depends on the type of mics. I have tested mine with a second mic, a Nady SP5, using an XLR to 1/4" mono cable and it worked fine. Only drawback is second mic does not get the benefit of the EQ circuit. A test demo is up on Youtube, just search for "PodcaststudioUSB XENYX502 DEMO". I forgot to put the space in the title... Sorry.
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you can't directly but I used it with a Griffin iMic device and it works great. I'd also suggest a good audio editing software program to get the full benefit of this preamp. I've used it with both inexpensive mics and professional quality mics and it makes both sound great with some tweaking. You'll need a good audio editing tools to get the most out of it.
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Although it can be done, The manufacturer does not recommend connecting the mic directly. Quite frankly, it's a pretty flimsy and unsubstantial piece of gear. I've moved up to a Focusrite Scarlet. Much much better.
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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.
607427
This should not be a problem! You can connect your mic to the XLR jack and use a 1/4" cable with an mini-stereo (on either end) to connect to your laptop. Levels should be adequate for most applications.
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not only is this NOT USB, but you cannot use an adapter,,, unless it is going into an audio interface that accepts USB - AND - that USB port is able to supply phantom power. You can not just plug this mic into your computer and it expect it to work.
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Yes, with two caveats: The output side (which does not provide power) is still XLR and needs some method of conversion (either Blue's Icicle, or an XLR to USB cable or a mixer with XLR input and USB-out or line-out to go to your computer's input).I use this with an XLR-USB cable (Mic -> Mic Input, Mic Thru -> XLR-USB cable -> computer) and while I lose out on perfect monitoring, it records beautifully and introduces no hum on 48V phantom power. If you have a good line-in on your sound card in your computer you would probably be better off with a mixer that provides 48V phantom power and a line-out. Yes, with two caveats: The output side (which does not provide power) is still XLR and needs some method of conversion (either Blue's Icicle, or an XLR to USB cable or a mixer with XLR input and USB-out or line-out to go to your computer's input).I use this with an XLR-USB cable (Mic -> Mic Input, Mic Thru -> XLR-USB cable -> computer) and while I lose out on perfect monitoring, it records beautifully and introduces no hum on 48V phantom power. If you have a good line-in on your sound card in your computer you would probably be better off with a mixer that provides 48V... » Read More Yes, with two caveats: The output side (which does not provide power) is still XLR and needs some method of conversion (either Blue's Icicle, or an XLR to USB cable or a mixer with XLR input and USB-out or line-out to go to your computer's input).I use this with an XLR-USB cable (Mic -> Mic Input, Mic Thru -> XLR-USB cable -> computer) and while I lose out on perfect monitoring, it records beautifully and introduces no hum on 48V phantom power. If you have a good line-in on your sound card in your computer you would probably be better off with a mixer that provides 48V phantom power and a line-out. « Show Less
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While I don't have the Ultravoice XM1800S, I do have the similar XM8500, and yes, this cable will work to connect that mic to a 1/4" TS input jack say in a mixing board or Karaoke machine. This should work for any dynamic mic with an XLR connection. This will NOT work with a condenser mic that requires phantom power as it will not carry the power signal to the mic... (So don't try to hook up a C-1 or C-3 with this!)
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Yes you can well at least for me i use the macbook pro . I dont know what your connecting the mic to but if you have the same laptop as me then it should work insintly just remember to go to you system preffrcne and click sound and their it should show up
1965096
No. You need a preamp that provides phantom power like a juicedLink or similar. Another option would be a mic that has it's own preamp like a Rode VideoMic.
1374086
That's correct, this microphone requires phantom power so it could not be used with a 3.5mm plug. Thanks for your interest!
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I don't think phantom power will hurt this mic. I believe you do need a phantom power for this mic when you use the XLR connector. When you use the USB connector, you don't need phantom power. However, based on my experience, the USB connector on this mic performs terribly.