Can I use this cable to connect 2 XLR cable mics [L & R setup] to my laptop mic input and maintain L/R separation?
1834868
I have never tried that combo as I used the cable for outputs rather than inputs however it stands to reason it just might work if you trace it back the othe way... I suspect it might be a mono connection though...
2015998
Probably. Most computer sound cards have stereo capability. The cable will maintain the stereo separation. Two possible problems: do your mics require phantom power? The computer will not provide it. Is your computer mic input sensitive enough for the mics you want to use?
92539
I doubt it. There's no other connection on it other than for a USB cable. This is strictly a digital microphone and an XLR cable is for analog microphones so I doubt if there is even any kind of adapter for this.
1287753
1 - 1/4 Jack output for both mics on one channel. 2 XLR outputs one for each Mic
390147
If you are talking about 2 audio sources this wouldn't work. you will need mixing equipment.
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.
1155200
There is only 1 XLR input, The other inputs would require a mic pre-amp unless your mics can generate a line level signal (some do)
2014727
I bought this item to hook up two xlr wireless mic's. at once. Can control both channels of audio with it. Using wireless or cable. What are you looking to use this for?
288419
I'm assuming you mean that your interface does not have XLR Jacks? You'll probably need a couple balanced XLR to TRS cables. Like this: http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/BPBQXM5/
1011344
The only way you could make that work is with a splitter having both microphones feed the 1st (microphone) input. The other inputs will not have a mic preamp. You could use a separate input (not input #1) with a processor that had a LINE OUT, or use an add-on mic-preamp.
1287754
Hello,To answer your question there two types: 1-1/4 plug (Controls both Mic outputs)2-Dedicated Xlr outputs per Mic channel)
929577
You should. Though I haven't tried it I don't see why you couldn't run one mic into the xlr input and run another into the 1/4. But make sure you use phantom power. Great question though. I'll have to try it out myself
1354760
Normally you would not wire 2 output devices to a 1 input device but since the output devices are passive (I assume) mics, then they will just mix together at the computer input jack via the splitter cable. Your biggest problem will be balancing the 2 mic signals to your satisfaction since there is no control on the 2 mics.
2040424
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
1352216
Never tried it but you should be able to, most recording software will recognise the input so you shouldn't have a problem.You can plug the other end of the 1/4 into the mix port and you should be able to use both mics.
2020022
You can use more than 1 microphone , but you need to have 1 microphone cable that uses 1 quarter inch plug in
955178
Not so fast on that conclusion... an XLR connection doesn't necessarily mean a balanced mic. It's unlikely that a 600 ohm mic is balanced. It will probably work on a short cable if there's no radio source around. Just because it has three contacts doesn't mean that it's using them all.
1922777
It really doesn't matter, both will work. However the other answer does make a point. Getting a 3.5mm to dual 1/4 cable is more direct (assuming that you are splitting the signal out to 2 speakers) because XLR is always balanced and 1/4 can be balanced or unbalanced, which is what happens when a stereo signal is ran on a single cable. So in short you are making an unbalanced signal doing this, which XLR does not support BUT 1/4 does (assuming that you are using a splitter cable to 2 speakers)