What Microphones works well with this unit? I tried dynamic but plug is touchy 6.5mm. Condenser mics didn't work. Recommendations?
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use a microphone with a stereo jack, like one used for a computer. my unit grounds out when using the mic jack.
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use a microphone with a stereo jack, like one used for a computer.my unit grounds out when using the mic jack.
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I used a cheap microphone that I ordered from Amazon-Audio Technica Mikes work pretty good
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If you want to spend a little more money for higher quality audio - I have this setup and it works great: a small high quality Audio-Technica stereo mic: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0016ARZ9C/ with an excellent mounting bracket http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000065Q6B/
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Yes, I'm using Dragon NaturallySpeaking 12. This mic has worked well for over a year and a half and counting.
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This is a Mono microphone. What do you expect? ....solution for you, simply go to radio shack and get a mono to stereo jack adapter. Costs a couple of bucks. I purchased mine on-online.
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DON'T SPEND ANY MONEY ON THIS PRODUCT!!! GEMINI OR GEMSOUND MAKE DECENT ENTRY LEVEL MIC'S. There are specific mic's or adapters for ipads and tvs. Just look on amazon.
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This microphone should be fixed on a special tripod or mic stand to avoid noises. Even you need a special mic holder "spider" to avoid noises. Though this microphone is dynamic and less sensitive than condenser microphones, it will still pick up lots of noises if you hold it in hand. (And, as we already said, it is quite heavy)
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Microphones are mono and usually only work on one channel. What amplifier are you connecting it to?
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I cannot speak to the sm57, but most dynamic mics are gain hungry, and a dedicated preamp like the DBX 266s does wonders for gain boost. The DBX 266s also employs a fantastic noise gate, allowing for the automatic reduction or elimination of background noise. This specific model is very popular among vocal performers such as podcasters and VoiceOver artists.
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Yes. The usb port on the back is bus powered so you shouldn't have a problem. All 4 of the inputs on the front have phantom power so your condenser mics should work fine.
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you will need a usb audio interface. the at4040 is one of the biggest condensers in its price range. you probably wont appreciate it until you use a lot of other mics. the top end it a tad flat but with some placement techniques you will have a hard time finding a better mic. it has a ton of presence to it in comparison to the at2020 usb. make sure you use eq and a compressor with whatever mic you get. the at4040 is a great mic though. one of the few worth the money in its price range.
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If you're mic is using an unbalanced 1/4" cable. However most are XLR. I would suggest something from TC Helicon for vocals.
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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
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Works great; it's a dynamic mic with excellent signal to noise ratio. You'll appreciate the quiet much more than on a condenser mic.
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You nede an audio interface that will turn your analog mic signal into digita so you're computer will recognize itl. A low-cost interface, which does a decent job, is the Lexicon Alpha (which is the one I use). It cost around $55 and you can get it on Amazon. It doesn't have phantom power (which you need if your using a condenser mic) but that's OK, because the dbx has it. Keep in mind that both units have preamps, so you'll have to watch your levels. Anyway, you'll plug your mic cord (xlr) into the dbx, and from the dbx output, you'll go into the Lexicon input (you'll need a cord with a 1/4" male plug on both ends). I realize that a lot of folks use more expensive units, but if you've got the dbx, you don't need anything other than the Lexicon. Also -- The Lexicon has only one mic input, so if you're doing anything more than simple voiceovers, you'll also need a small mixer (and be careful in choosing one...Berringers have an bad hiss...stick with Mackie and you'll be OK).
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I have been using REW with this mic. The software is free from home theater shack and is a great tool to measure speakers and look at the measured acoustics of a room. Hope that helps
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the phantom power should be sufficient for your condenser mic. I wouldn't count on using this interface for anything more than a demo though.
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Any usb interface with xlr inputs will work. You want to use an xlr cable to connect the mic to the interface. As far as brands go, i use Focusrite but any interface you can afford should do the trick