Reddit Reddit reviews Knox Gear Cardioid USB/XLR Microphone

We found 14 Reddit comments about Knox Gear Cardioid USB/XLR Microphone. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.

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Knox Gear Cardioid USB/XLR Microphone
Includes 1-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty / Cardioid Polar Pattern - Minimizes Ambient Noise - Perfect for PodcastingUSB & XLR - Digital & Analog RecordingHeadphone Jack - Monitor Your Vocals w/o LatencyDurable All-Metal ConstructionWindows & Mac Compatible
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14 Reddit comments about Knox Gear Cardioid USB/XLR Microphone:

u/BangsNaughtyBits · 5 pointsr/podcasting

A mixer would be best for Skype/Hangouts. A cheap stereo mixer like the Behringer Q1202USB would be an OK starting point at $100.

If you want multichannel, the Allen & Heath ZEDi-10 mixer runs $200 and lets you record everyone's mic to a separate track.

If you need a web cam for what ever reason, the Logitech C920 (or C930 for wide angle group needs) is decent and cheap.

Ecamm's CallRecorder for Skype runs $30.

http://www.ecamm.com/mac/callrecorder/

Each mic will need ~$20 for a decent XLR cable and desk stand at minimum.

If you want to get in cheap, a three pack of Behringer XM1800S mics runs $40 for the three pack, plus a single Behringer XM8500 (slightly better mic) for $20 would get you in at a decent price for 4. Better mics can easily run over $100 each but these are -good enough*. The Knox podcasting mic runs $40 and is USB or XLR and comes with cables and a cheese desk stand. The cables and stand feel cheap but let you solo without the mixer if necessary. Shure SM48's run $50 each and Shure SM58 run $100 each.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012BAX738/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_8?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3SPLR0MSOYZ8O

If you want headphones for everyone a headphone amp like the Behringer HA400 would be useful.

You would likely need an alternate audio device for Skype or Hangouts to get the Mix-Minus working if necessary. This could be your built in sound card but I prefer the $30 Behringer UCA202 or UCA222 (different colors) and a few 1/4" TS to RCA cables.

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u/EllisCristoph · 3 pointsr/letsplay

Well if you have the budget for an ATR-2100, you might wanna check this and this one out.

If you need more info, you can check out this channel. He provides great mic reviews.

u/CharlesWiltgen · 3 pointsr/podcasts

> I'm looking for comments as to whether this is a feasible option and/or any (preferably) minor/inexpensive upgrades or add-ons that would make this possible.

Very feasible. I'd recommend using an inexpensive USB mic (like the Knox) instead of your phone.

My advice is to record your calls with one of the "OS level recorders" listed here: https://book.pod.guru/remote/ You can use Skype-specific recorders, but Skype updates (especially on Windows) sometimes temporarily break those.

u/StargatePioneer · 2 pointsr/podcasts

I will often advise people that if they are just trying out recording to use whatever microphone they have. But if you are going to start releasing a podcast you will be in competition with 400,000 other shows (Ref Apple's 2017 WWDC statistic), some of which are actually professionally produced shows. And because there are professionally produced shows the new listeners coming into the space will expect higher audio quality. Fortunately, you can obtain this higher audio quality with a relatively cheap microphone that will allow you to grow into the future. This microphone is a dynamic cardioid microphone that will help maximize sound while minimizing background noise if used correctly. This microphone has both USB and XLR outputs that you can use simultaneously so you can have the USB plugged into your PC while maintaining that XLR output into a sound mixer, audio interface or portable digital recorder if you need to or if you grow with your equipment. There are currently 4 versions of this microphone but the one that is currently the bargain at $40 is the Knox Podcast Microphone (Here is a review / comparison I did with the microphone on YouTube).

The Samson Meteor is sure a pretty microphone but the benefits of the Knox is that it has a cardioid pattern which helps reject noise/reverb/echo from behind the microphone while focusing on the sounds coming from in front of the microphone. It also has that XLR output which will allow you to grow with the microphone thus saving money in gear as you start to add more to the audio chain (if you ever do).

I am a huge proponent in having an individual microphone for each person for the reasons you stated. I would also make sure each speaker is monitoring their sound using headphones. This helps the speaker hear issues that they might be having with the audio setup and their microphone use technique while reducing noise contamination through open speakers.

u/dvdchris · 2 pointsr/podcasting

I personally have the CAD u37 which I find to be quite decent for $35. However, it is a condenser microphone and will pick up a lot of ambient noise if you aren't in a quiet environment.

The Knox is a good choice as you can use it now as USB and later as an XLR if you add a mixer. Since it is dynamic, it will do much better at not picking up unintentional sounds.

u/a_dapperdanman · 2 pointsr/letsplay

I get tons of compliments on my audio quality and [this] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012BAX738/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) is the mic I use. This thing barely picks up any background noise what so ever.

u/Thetechboy · 2 pointsr/Twitch

I suggest getting a Dynamic Microphone as it will reject background noise much better and is easier to use. As some have pointed out the Audio Technica Atr2100 is a prime pick but it cost $70. A recent alternative popped up which is this Knox microphone https://smile.amazon.com/Knox-Cardioid-Recording-Microphone-Headphone/dp/B012BAX738/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491171791&sr=8-1&keywords=Knox+microphone

It sounds exactly like the Atr2100 but with a lower cost of $40. You can listen to a comparison between this and the Atr2100 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nG8tn3xhcLw

u/sunkast · 2 pointsr/podcasting

Personally I like the Audio Technica AT2005USB. It comes with a little stand and a USB cable. It works extremely well when on the go. It also has a jack for your headphones and you can even plug it into a mixer via XLR, making it a very versatile mic.

If you are looking for something a little less expensive, there is the Audio Technica ATR2100USB. The audio quality is almost as good as the AT2100, but doesn't have as nice of an on/off switch or windscreen inside.

If you need even cheaper than that Knox has an AT2005 knock off. It looks and sounds nearly identical.

All 3 are dynamic cardioid mics which are usually preferable when recording in a less than ideal environment since they should pick up less room noise. I wouldn't worry as much about audio quality differences between your home studio, and anything you use while on vacation. Most listeners understand you can't bring your home studio on the road.


Also full disclosure, the Amazon links are affiliate links for GFQ Network, the podcast network I work for.

u/jfrenaye · 1 pointr/podcasting

It all depends on your budget. The Mixer will "futureproof" you for a bit. Thinking about adding music into the mix or playing a clip of something during the interview? A mixer will be the trick.

Go with a USB mixer. You will connect XLR mics to the mixer and then the mixer is USB to your laptop. The one I am coveting in my low budget is the Allen & Heath Zedi10. It will record multi-channel that will make editing a lot easier.

Another option is a portable recorder like the Zoom H4NPro (I have) and the Zoom H6 (I covet) and you can go directly into them, record on a SD card and then do editing on your computer.

As for multiple USB mics--it can be done, but you will hate it. Usually you will have to have the manufacturer change the ID of the device in order to have a computer recognize it. A decent mic is the ATR2100 USB at $80. It is a XLR and USB, so you can put it into the mixer or recorder directly, or if you are doing solo work, USB direct to the computer. There is a admirable knockoff by Knox that I have head good things about.

u/Trazac · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

A USB dynamic microphone, Similar to this one. Dynamic microphones generally are more directional than condenser microphones.

You could even pick up something like one of these guys and pair it with this cable.

Here is a review of the Knox and one for the PD Mic58.

u/MoogleMan3 · 1 pointr/playark

Which mic?
And unless your PC is from 1995 you shouldn't need a new soundcard.

Here's a great dynamic mic for $39.

A dynamic mic doesn't pick up as much background noise as a condenser mic (blue yeti) and will take some of the shrillness out of your voice.

u/Drigr · 1 pointr/podcasts

Unless you're married to the idea of a lapel mic, one of the big recommendations I see for smartphone recording is an iRig Pre (looks like 40 w/o prime?) so you can use a standard mic. For a mic, you could go with a Knox Podcasting Mic, which runs $40 and comes with a small stand and cables, and is also USB compatible so you could record straight into a computer with it. I will say, I hate the stand that comes with it and instead opted for this one, which is a $7 add on item. Other people will recommend other mics, but this is what was recommended for me and it's what I use. There's things like the behringer xm8500 for $20, but it doesn't come with cables or a stand. There's tons of options out there, but here's a couple ideas to look at.

u/mack0409 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Good headphones are a great idea, and so is a half decent mic. There are better options for mics, and probably for headphones as well. I doubt that you intend on using either professionally, however I will make a specific mic recommendation (this can plug in via USB or via XLR, and you can plug in headphones allowing you to hear what the mic will output), as well as tell you to check out /r/headphones for your headphone recommendation.