Do I need Phantom Power for this or just plug into my laptop n go?
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It does need phantom power but it pulls it from the usb port..u dont need any additional equipment to use this mic..its really simple plug & play.
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requires its own power source, don't believe there's an option for phantom-type power as it's an actual spinning drive inside the enclosure.
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Hi Jayden, As far as I know it does not require phantom power. I have used it without it, but I have also used it with on an audio interface. I just did my show with the yeti pro this evening. You can listen to it if you go to Blog Talk Radio Alpha Centauri & Beyond.
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Hi. With this device, you do not need any external power. The device brings it all included and takes what it needs directly from their computer. It works excellently. Regards. Vincent.
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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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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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Absolutely not. Both the device and the laptop receive their power through cords connected to a power strip.
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You'll need to pull in your laptop separately. This dock does not have a power source. Its small and handle though and I'm pleased with my purchase.
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If I remember correctly on how this is wired, it will short out the phantom power since pin 1 & 3 are connected. I wouldn't use this adapter with phantom power, it's not designed for it, and could potentially harm the recorder.
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All microphones require a cable to plug into the soundboard or other device. This is a MIC LEVEL XLR connection to your input. It does not require Phantom power like a condenser mic would.
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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.
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No external power source needed. Just simply plug in the 3.0 USB to the PC and you are set. :)
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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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Yes, You need power supply. The signal extend not far. This is why I send it back.
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No phantom power is required; it only requires a 9v battery (in which one is supplied). However, the unit arrived defective and there was a short in the power button, so I had to keep taking the battery out and putting it back in again in order for it to continue to work. I ended up returning it. I'm not sure if this was a design flaw or we just received a bad unit. We hope this was helpful.
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No, it will need to get power from USB cable. Meanwhile, it will also need to get signal and drawing through computer's support.
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I have mine working with a USB powered mixer without phantom power and seems to work just fine.