Is there a certain xlr mtf cable that produces phantom power that I have to use with this mic? If so, I want a noise free one with good quality
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Any XLR cable will pass phantom power but the cable doesn't produce it. You have to use an audio interface that features phantom power and then turn it on with a switch. Most interfaces have it but some do not so be careful. Using the shortest possible (and best) cable is still a good idea. Enjoy the mic, it's a keeper for our studio.
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The XLR cable is the type of cable best suited for microphones and pro audio. If your mic requires phantom power there are adapters you can buy to use with your mic if your not using a full PA system with a mixer. Nady makes an inexpensive unit SMPS 1-X.
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No such cable that I know of does that, John. A regular XLR line (of fair to good quality, i.e, not from Radio Shack or someplace similar) will do, your 48v phantom power should be applied from your mic pre or interface to computer.
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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 could use a little USB adapter. Like a Pre Sonus, or other brand. It will provide the phantom power.
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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.
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It's an "electret condenser" mic, which means it uses an internal battery and at much lower voltage than you'd get through phantom powering. That doesn't mean the audio quality is any less. But yes, it does lack an XLR output, and the output is unbalanced stereo on a mini plug.
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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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Your going to need some more gear. This is a "Pro" style mic, with an XLR connector on it, and it want 48 volts (or there about) to power it.Look for a small mixer with Phantom power. There are lots out there in the $100 or less category. You'll like having the mixer for a lot of uses.
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I use mine to direct insert my guitar and keyboards to my computer. I have not noticed any "hum" in any of my recordings. I haven't use channel 1 (microphone vocal), so I can't help with the phantom powered channel.
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I was confused by this, so to clarify - you CAN use phantom power for all the mics in this kit but only the condensers require it. From my research, DO NOT use phantom power for older style ribbon mics, none of which are included in this kit. That will ruin the microphone.
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I just looked up the specs on this mic and on the Mackie unit (as can anyone). The Mackie device you specified can provide up to 10 mA per mic for phantom powering. This mic draws only 8 mA, so per each manufacturer's specs, you should be good.
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Dynamic mics don't need 48v phantom power, I never tried that way. Good luck
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This is an xlr cable. Often used for microphones of higher quality, like above $40 mics. What r u using it for?
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Well, I looked here for Phantom power for microphone and got this: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_18?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=phantom%20power%20supply%20for%20microphone&sprefix;=phantom+power+supp%2Caps%2C560 The Nady one looks good, but since it has to be plugged in.... lose that play anywhere feature. But $20 or so seems doable
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Phantom power is the 48V power required for condenser mics like these to work. It's usually supplied by a mixer, preamp, or audio interface and carried through standard XLR cables. You'll need to check that whatever you connect these mics to provides phantom power.
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Well it depends on your microphone, but you will at least need an adapter to go from XLR to your computer. I use a cheap $10 XLR to USB adapter, I have two and both work great on Windows and Mac OSX: AGPtek® 9.8 Feet Usb Microphone Link Cable Usb Male To Xlr Female (Black) If the microphone you are going to be powering does not come with an XLR cable, then you will need to purchase a standard XLR cable to connect your microphone to the phantom power supply, then simply connect the XLR-USB cable to the phantom power supply and your computer. Well it depends on your microphone, but you will at least need an adapter to go from XLR to your computer. I use a cheap $10 XLR to USB adapter, I have two and both work great on Windows and Mac OSX: AGPtek® 9.8 Feet Usb Microphone Link Cable Usb Male To Xlr Female (Black) If the microphone you are going to be powering does not come with an XLR cable, then you will need to purchase a standard XLR cable to connect your microphone to the phantom power supply, then simply connect the XLR-USB cable to the phantom power supply and your... » Read More Well it depends on your microphone, but you will at least need an adapter to go from XLR to your computer. I use a cheap $10 XLR to USB adapter, I have two and both work great on Windows and Mac OSX: AGPtek® 9.8 Feet Usb Microphone Link Cable Usb Male To Xlr Female (Black) If the microphone you are going to be powering does not come with an XLR cable, then you will need to purchase a standard XLR cable to connect your microphone to the phantom power supply, then simply connect the XLR-USB cable to the phantom power supply and your computer. « Show Less
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The microphone needs to have a power source. If you do not have a (phantom) power it will not work.
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The camera doesn't supply phantom power, so, don't buy anything XLR if you get this camera. Just get a standard audio plug-supported mic.
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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.