Does this require phantom power? If so will a balanced xlr cable w/ balanced xlr 1/4 adapter work for my Avid M-audio computer direct box, which only has 1/4" inputs and does have a phantom power source? Thanks! Does this require phantom power? If so will a balanced xlr cable w/ balanced xlr 1/4 adapter work for my Avid M-audio computer direct box, which only has 1/4" inputs and does have a phantom... » Read More Does this require phantom power? If so will a balanced xlr cable w/ balanced xlr 1/4 adapter work for my Avid M-audio computer direct box, which only has 1/4" inputs and does have a phantom power source? Thanks! « Show Less
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yes, this mic requires phantom power. Don't know whether or not your cable requirements will work or not. This link has some more info on using xlr to 1/4 cables - http://forum.cockos.com/showthread.php?t=118204
1208082
Yes it does require phantom power. I'm pretty sure all condensers do. Regular xlr cables work. The power comes from your mixer or recorder.
2037275
Yes, the AKG Perception 220 does require 48v phantom power. You should be able to use the balanced 1/4" adapter into your Avid M-audio computer direct box.
1071511
Phantom power is needed for it to perform at peak performance. You can always add a behringer ps400 phantom power supply to your set up and it will take care of the issue. I think they are about $20 on amazon.
1150900
Yes. Phantom power can come through any balanced line cable. It does not take a special cable. It does require that your mixer be designed to provide this power.
1099682
Phantom power is produced by audio mixer or mic preamp, or phantom power unit. There is no XLR cable MtF that can produce phantom power by itself. Please check your mixer, it should have a 48v button.
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You don't get something from nothing. The original output form the microphone is a dual mono out. This adapter merely allows you to plug it into an XLR input. It will never be a truly balanced connection, because a balanced connection requires two signal lines instead of one. But his doesn't automatically mean you can't do it. It only means that it will behave as an unbalanced connection. In this situation you might consider running you mic into an inexpensive mixer, probably using this adapter. You can get 4-channel mixers for under $50. Then take a line level signal from the mixer and run it the 150' into your camera. Remember to go to your camera's menu and reset the audio input from mic level to line level. Then you should have a much cleaner signal, especially if your mixer and camera are communicating with each other via a balanced connection.
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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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you can try xlr - (1/4" or TRS) cable but adding phantom power i don't think will do anything to improve quality with XLR-TRS, now if you had XLR - XLR you get a cleaner sound with phantom power but if you don't care about noise your first choice may work in some cases but i've had the sound drop out all together using XLR-TRS.
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XLR connection with 48v phantom power. Either thru a pre amp or a mixer or interface with phantom power. Can't find anything on a usb capability. Hope this helps.
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Is that microphone jack stereo or mono? Does it provide "phantom power" to a microphone? &gt;If it does, you probably can't use that jack for any other device. Does the RCA - to - 1/8" adapter have a stereo (3-contact) or mono (2-contact) 1/8" plug? &gt;Some mono ones are made with red and white insulators (or other mixed colours), which makes them APPEAR to be the same as the stereo ones. If any part of the connecting arrangement is "mono", you won't get the "correct" sound from the turntable, and it is possible that you would get no sound. Also, check to see if there is an input-level adjustment (it would be an on-screen control); if there is one and it is set at or near its minimum, little or no signal will get into the "konfuzer". I would prefer that a LINE-level input was provided; but I believe some microphone inputs are set up so that they can be selectively switched to accomodate line-level signals. You may need to consult someone locally who can investigate the settings on your specific laptop. &gt;Line level is about 100 times the voltage of a microphone's output, and it will overdrive a microphone stage. Another possibility is: The signal going into the microphone jack probably can't be passed to the speakers directly. If it was so connected, you would have a defacto "P.A. system", and laptops are not known for having that function. In any event, the correct setting of the AT-PL120's output switch is "LINE", which will apply the necessary RIAA frequency equalization. If all else fails, instead of connecting the turntable to the laptop, use a pair of powered speakers that have their own volume control, a boombox with an auxiliary input, or any normal stereo system until you have the laptop matter figured out.
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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!!!
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Generally, dynamic mics should be unaffected by phantom power, though as has been said it's good to check on your specific mics. You need to be careful, however, with ribbon mics - those should not be fed phantom power (unless they are of the recent phantom-powered "active" ribbon type).You should also be mindful of phantom power if you are plugging anything other than a mic into the XLR ports - generally not a great idea to shoot phantom power into, say, an iPod or synthesizer. If phantom power is on, make sure to connect these sources via 1/4" jacks rather than the XLRs. Generally, dynamic mics should be unaffected by phantom power, though as has been said it's good to check on your specific mics. You need to be careful, however, with ribbon mics - those should not be fed phantom power (unless they are of the recent phantom-powered "active" ribbon type).You should also be mindful of phantom power if you are plugging anything other than a mic into the XLR ports - generally not a great idea to shoot phantom power into, say, an iPod or synthesizer. If phantom power is on, make sure to connect these sources via 1/4" jacks rather than... » Read More Generally, dynamic mics should be unaffected by phantom power, though as has been said it's good to check on your specific mics. You need to be careful, however, with ribbon mics - those should not be fed phantom power (unless they are of the recent phantom-powered "active" ribbon type).You should also be mindful of phantom power if you are plugging anything other than a mic into the XLR ports - generally not a great idea to shoot phantom power into, say, an iPod or synthesizer. If phantom power is on, make sure to connect these sources via 1/4" jacks rather than the XLRs. « Show Less
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Yes, it's got a button that turns on Phantom power to all of the XLR inputs. I've used the phantom power with my MXL 910 mic, and it works well. Hope this helps.
1983807
I looked up the Sony PCM-M10. I could not find anywhere in the manual mentioning that phantom power was provided. CS-10EM microphones are electret condenser microphones and need phantom power. I don't believe that it is the 48v that an audio interface would provide to a condenser mic, but may be as low as 1.5vdc. My Zoom H2n mic input provides power, so the CS-10EM works with it.
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The meter was stuck in the red zone for me only when using the XLR output. I discovered that the problem only exists when plugging directly into my amplifiers and not my mixer. I noticed that the amplifier specs explained that those channels put 15V of power thru those XLR channels to power condenser microphones, if need be. When I plugged the Art Tube MP into my Tapco mixer, I had normal readings on the meter, so I'm guessing the phantom power might be the cause of my problems.... just a thought.
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It is dual power - AA battery can stay in the tube while it runs off phantom power, or no battery and phantom power. Just be sure your board or recording gear can supply phantom power, and that you use a good quality XLR to XLR cable to connect. I've read reports of somewhat degraded quality when using XLR to unbalanced plug (1/4" phone for example), and that will not, of course, supply phantom power.
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I went to Radio Shack and bought a 1/8 plug to 1/4 plug adapter to put on the mic cord. Then I bought a model 274-017 XLR balanced adapter to plug it into a 3 prong mic port. Since the Audio-Technica system comes with a battery/preamp, you don't need a direct box. I plugged the mini adapter into the back of the balanced adapter and the whole thing into the mic port on my Fender amp system. Works like a charm and was suggested by my buddy who runs a recording studio. Just remember to turn the mic off when you're not using it so you don't run down the battery. You'll get very little sound out of it otherwise if the battery is dead. If your system has phantom power, it may work without the battery, haven't tried that yet. Probably spent about $20 total on the two adapters. Good luck! Kerry
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I used this about 2 years ago and from what I remember I needed to connect 2 XLR mics to a stereo camcorder mic input. This is the the not the "correct" way to do this properly. The "proper" solution is more complicated and much more expensive. XLR mics are "Balanced" mics and in theory when used properly they minimize or eliminate the unwanted 60 Hz hum. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.