I jus need it to record a narration on a power-point presentation. Yes, my PC has a mic port. Is it plug'n'play or will I need to install software?
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Yes! I tested it in both my voice recorder and on my PC. Mic's don't require any special software. If your computer has a mic jack, it can handle any mic for the size it's made for (most are 3.5).
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Didn't need to install anything on my windows 8 desktop. Just plug in & go.
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I'll be frank. You do not want to use a mic that plugs into your PC or soundcard. Put your other USB devices on a a powered external hum and plug your mic into a free PC USB port. Even if you were to get a standard XLR mic you would still need a preamp that provided Phantom Power and a USB interface to connect it to your PC. some Preamps have interfaces built in.
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Sure. Just remember that it is a battery powered mic and you'll need to use the Mic-In port on your computer audio interface or set the audio control software (if available) to treat whatever line-in you're using as a mic level input.
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It requires phantom power so an interface is required. Either a small mixer which will provide the DC voltage that connects to your PC (via USB preferable) or just a phantom power insert box and an XLR to USB interface cable can make it work.
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Well what are you confused about all you gotta do is plug the USB in the mic then the mic in the computer what recording program you using?
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I agree with Robert, just want to add that for inputting to a PC, your PC needs an audio line-in port. A mic port will not do. If your PC doesn't have a line-in port, then you can use audio line-in to USB adapter and input to the PC via a USB port. I use a Griffin 7725 IUAI - this lets me input an analog audio signal from my amp to my PC's USB port.
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Hello Janay,The mic doesn't come with a recording software. Not sure what kind of sound card your computer comes with, however by you asking I think you may not have it built in.I use Sony Sound Forge Audio Studio V10, it is nice and simple enough to mix music with your voice recoding, it is worth the investment, I bought it from Amazon.You can also download a free software from Audacity.com and see which you like better. Sony does more for a reasonable price.Good luck and I hope this helps you.Samir Shamoun
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It's a plugin and play BUT you need some software ~ if you're using skype you just have to set skype to use it in it's Options if you're using it for streams or recording you may want to look into Bandicam or Manycam Softwares
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You will need an external audio device with an XLR input and phantom power. This is a standard microphone with a standard XLR connector, no USB connection.
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Yes you can Plug it in your computers. a handheld recording device will give ease of use (I will buy it myself).
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You want a sound interface to connect this to a PC and to input instruments - I use this one - Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB Recording Audio Interface
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No. It's just the software for your PC, so you can record it on your PC. You'll need a minimum small mixer or a USB Microphone.
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I have a headset with mic, but any handheld mic that fits your computer's input would work. I have not tried it with my laptop's built in mic. It would probably work but I don't know if it would have the same quality as a plug in.
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Hello, in order to record with this microphone you will need an usb audio interface that has 48v phontom power to power the microphone. Just search audio interface and you will find plenty of them in a wide variety of prices.
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This works with a xlr cable you need a usb. This mic uses power supplied thru cable... just a guess..no
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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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You need an audio interface with Phanthom power to connect this Microphone to your computer