Best vocal condenser microphones according to redditors

We found 481 Reddit comments discussing the best vocal condenser microphones. We ranked the 31 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.

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Top Reddit comments about Vocal Condenser Microphones:

u/frem19 · 74 pointsr/buildapcsales

If you're looking at something to wear all day, and I mean all day then these are it, so incredibly comfy.

EDIT1: YMMV some below have said they have found others comfier so do some research and maybe buy a few, compare, and keep your favorite pair. Others suggested the AKG K7XX, the HD598, and the SHP9500.

EDIT2: Wire is removeable although long, 10ft/3m I believe, other sizes can be purchased although not universal since it's 2.5mm to 3.5mm. just search 558 or 598 cable

EDIT3: I don't own a mic other than the one built into my webcam. I have read up on the modmic which you can attach the headphones and something stand alone would be a blue [snowball] (https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=lp_2586045011_1_1?srs=2586045011&ie=UTF8&qid=1503600799&sr=8-1) or a yeti. There's a 4th option but you will have to mod the headphones sorta using the v-moda boompro, you'll have to google that. Good luck!

EDIT4: These are open headphones, unlike the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x's so that means sound does leak, and they're not isolating unless very loud. Check out reviews there are plenty of comparisons and youtube videos out there.

u/HowManySmall · 50 pointsr/buildapc

I don't have a picture, but I use my Superlux HD668B, a Blue Snowball, Corsair K65 RGB LUX [MX Red], Logitech G Pro, and a Pecham Extended mousepad to cover up my swiss cheese desk.

I definitely suggest the HD668B if you want a new pair of headphones for cheap, best pair of headphones I've ever had. Removable cable, top tier sound, and you can change the earpads if you want to.

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u/Medveded · 39 pointsr/BuyItForLife

Or, for 1% of the price, you can get the more plasticity shittier sounding chinese version.

The Neewer actually sounds amazingly good for a $30 mic, at least for recording electric guitar on a hobby/diy level.

But when you’re making serious recordings, $3600 is honestly chump change. An equally good studio grade mixing console (like a 16 channel Neve) would start at around $40-60k. Music recording is not a cheap business.

u/JohannesVerne · 14 pointsr/VoiceActing

Personally, I think the MXL V67G is a good mic choice for beginners. It has a warm tone that's pretty forgiving for a lot of voice types, it takes EQ decently, and it's only ~$65. It has a good bass response, which many cheaper mics lack, and the upper frequencies are fairly smooth.

For the interface, pretty much any full interface will work. I normally recommend the Behringer UM2 for the price (~$40), but as long as you avoid stuff like the Neewer phantom power supply (which isn't an actual interface) you'll be fine. If you have extra money, something like the Audient iD4 (or iD14 if you need two inputs/think you will in the future) or Apogee Duet are good choices. They both have a good amount of clean gain (no hiss from the preamps) and they don't color the sound much, if any.

You will also need a mic stand, XLR cable, pop filter, and headphones. To get all that, it's going to cost about the same as a Blue Yeti (minus the headphones, but you'd need to buy those for the Yeti as well) and will sound far better.

If you have the money though, look around and test mics out before you buy. Every mic is going to sound slightly different, and just because one mic is popular or fits one person well doesn't mean it's the best choice for you. There are plenty of mics under $1000 (even under $500) that are phenomenal, you just need to find the one that suits your voice the best. As for mid-price mics that you may be interested in, there is the Lewitt LTC 440 Pure, Aston Origin, Rode NT1, CAD e100s, and Audio-Technica AT4040. This is just a list to get you started looking, and by no means covers all the good mics, so look around for what you think will suit you. Test out what you can, because you don't want to spend that much money without being sure it will sound right for you.

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More important than mic selection though, is acoustic treatment. Even the best, most expensive mics are going to sound terrible in an untreated space. You can buy panels or foam squares, but if you're tight on money you can improvise this pretty easily. There are tons of youtube tutorials, so I won't spend too much time on it, but some good materials are blankets (moving blankets, quilts, comforters, basically anything really thick with lots of dead space), cushions, and pillows. If you have a fully stocked walk-in closet, that's even better.

u/jayman951 · 13 pointsr/Twitch

I understand there are better mic's out there. For someone that doesn't need top of the line, its a good value buy for a casual/entry level person. Here are the links for those shopping mics.

Rode-NT USB

AT875R

u/Artemis_of_Bana · 9 pointsr/techsupportmacgyver

Just from a sound person point of view, you wouldn't want the metal piece over the open bit of the mic. Also, this mic has a built in mic stand mount, so I'm curious where that part could have gotten off to, there should be a little hinge right near the USB input, if you're gonna Macgyver somethin, start there, it should be as easy as putting another pivoting stand mount with an interior thread. Also, this thing has a pretty round cardioid pickup pattern, which means it should be placed about a hand width away from your mouth, with the flat end pointed almost at your nose. Meaning, I don't know how the hell you're going to use this thing mounted this way, and actually capture decent sound.

edit: here, if you dont like this mic anyway, [spend less money and get something better] (https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/)

edit 2: proper words.

u/brother_bean · 8 pointsr/sysadmin

I'd say for me, if I were making my own home office and wanted to trick it out:

At minimum a dual monitor setup, but it would be nice to have 3 (I have dual monitors and also the laptop screen running them so it works out to 3.) A nice monitor arm that will hold both (or all 3) monitors to keep the desk clutter free. Something nice that makes both monitors adjustable for you (maybe even a 90 degree rotation so you can code on a vertical screen when you feel like it.)

A nice condenser mic with an arm for it as well. I figure if I were working from home I would probably be doing conference calls more regularly than if I were in the office, so a good condenser mic will make my life easier and make sure I can communicate well. Maybe a blue yeti or blue yeti snowball with a nice boom arm for it like so so I can use it when I want it and then push it away when I don't.

In the same vein, a decent webcam that can clip on to my monitor (or buy one of the above boom arms and attach the camera to it, probably smart for only $15 so you can move it around.)

Definitely a great office chair since you can justify the expense and you're going to be sitting all day.

This one is great regardless of working for home or working from the office, but a nice mouse. I just got a Logitech G502 the other day for gaming as well as work purposes and MAN. I never knew what I was missing out on. I have thumb buttons/extra buttons programmed to copy, paste, delete, winkey + e to open an explorer window, ctrl + t for new tab, and also a key combination to switch my active window to my other monitor so I can quickly move stuff between them without having to click and drag.

Since you're working from home and don't have to worry about bothering other people, I'd definitely buy a nice mechanical keyboard. They're a dream to type on. I used to have an office to myself so I bought one and I miss it dearly now that I'm in a cubicle. In my opinion, well worth the expense.

Again since you're not in an office you could get a nice speaker. Bluetooth to keep the cord clutter down but really anything works. You can go budget or big here.

If you're a whiteboard person, a whiteboard to hang on the wall.

Definitely yes to the dock. I have one here at my office and it's so flipping nice being able to plug in one thunderbolt cable and keep the clutter contained to the back of my desk behind my monitors with the dock.

I'd probably buy a nice standing or desk light that still uses filament bulbs to make it warm/easy on the eyes. Ample lighting. And probably a plant or two just to make it look nice and feel good being there.

That's all I can think of. Can you tell I'm living vicariously through you? I know you said must haves, so if I were going to buy the above in order, it would be monitors > dock > mouse > blue yeti snowball > mic stand > camera > camera stand

u/jojo7623 · 8 pointsr/REBL
u/gabmartini · 6 pointsr/argentina

Hola!

Arranqué el proyecto Economista del medio el año pasado como una forma de llevar el laburo de analista de consultoría macroeconómica a un espectro de población más amplio, lo cual implica menos jerga y biribiri financiero. Este año se sumó la periodista de Infobae Jorgelina Do Rosario y empezamos a cambiar el formato del programa: hemos ordenado los temas y sumamos las entrevistas que le dan un valor agregado enorme al oyente. Estamos muy contentos con el resultado hasta ahora, tanto en calidad del material como en escuchas.

De la misma manera que como mejoró el material también mejoró el hardware con el cual grabamos. En su momento empecé con un mixer Behringer Xenyx 1202FX, un micrófono Shure SM58, unos auriculares Audio Technica M40x y una Zoom H4n. Luego de mi viaje a Japón me traje micrófono un Audio Technica 4040 (large diaphragm condenser) y ahí terminó el avance en hardware en 2016. En términos de software editaba (y sigo editando) el archivo crudo con el Logic Pro X de Apple.

Este año invertimos y nos trajimos (via Amazon Europa) un mixer Allen & Heath Zed60 10fx y un segundo micrófono Audio Technica pero el AT875r (un shotgun cortito condenser que es una maravilla). De backup tenemos dos micrófonos Audio Technica 2100 (los que son USB/XLR) que en relación precio/calidad son muy recomendados para los podcasters amateurs. En resumen, nuestro lineup de materiales es de primera calidad y para explotarlo al máximo, estamos intentando mejorar el tratamiento acústico del área donde grabamos para minimizar ruidos indeseados.

Como te decía, estamos muy contentos con las escuchas (en número general y en público en particular, es decir, los quienes). Hemos recibido comentarios de gente que nos sorprendió y eso nos motiva. Todavía no es LA masividad en escuchas pero queremos estar acá invirtiendo en esto para que cuando explote el podcasting en Argentina (porque va a pasar, que no te quepa la menor duda) tener una buena base y experiencia para seguir proyectándonos.

Lo lindo es que se están acercando algunos sponsors interesados en el material asi que significa que hay proyección a futuro. La verdad que al día de hoy estamos muy a gusto y cómodos laburando en el proyecto, que es para nosotros ahora lo más importante.

Por otro lado, una de las cosas más copadas que me pasó es poder grabar con una persona que conozco y confío de hace muchos años. Al principio hacerlo solo era más un desahogo pero laburar con alguien en esto, que aparte sabe y se mueve en el medio, tiene algo muy especial y divertido. Ese es un item que taché de mi lista de pendientes.

En materia de proyección a futuro y ToDos, creo que seguir mejorando y buscando calidad para ofrecer el mejor producto disponible en el mercado. En materia de hardware todavía tengo la espinita clavada por el Shure SM7b con su respectivo Cloudlifter pero por ahora estamos muy contentos con el equipo con el cual grabamos.

Saludos!

u/Nixxuz · 6 pointsr/BudgetAudiophile

Seems like what you need. I have no experience with mics though;

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=sr_1_4?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1521036878&sr=1-4&keywords=microphone

Or...I guess I get downvoted because I didn't recommend some expensive pro mic...whatever. Not really the sub for it anyway.

u/Tacanacy · 6 pointsr/PS4


I've used many headphones/headsets for online/competitive shooters: AKG K52, AKG Q701, Audio-Technica ATH-AD700x, Beyerdynamic DT990 (600Ω), HiFiMan HE-400i (the revision), HiFiMan HE-500, HyperX Cloud, Koss Porta Pro, Monoprice Monlith M1060, Philips Fidelio X2, Philips SHP9500, Sennheiser HD598, Sennheiser HD700, Sennheiser HD800, Superlux HD662 EVO, Superlux HD668B, Superlux HD669, Superlux HD681 EVO, Tritton Pro+ and Turtle Beach Ear Force XP Seven, and AD700x is the one I recommend regardless of budget unless people have other preferences. Games top out very early, and around the $100 mark, diminishing returns set in hard.



There are three sonic properties that determine the performance of headphones/headsets for online/competitive shooters: soundstage, imaging and (instrument) separation.

Soundstage is produced by the headphone, not the game. It's perceived space and environment of sound. A small soundstage makes the environment around you sound confined or boxed in. With a large soundstage, the environment sounds much more open, spatial and natural. You probably have to experience it yourself to understand it.

Imaging is inherent to the audio content. It's how accurately the locations of sounds/objects are reproduced.

Soundstage and imaging are generally best achieved with open-back or semi-open-back headphones, which means the headphones have cups with grills/perforations/openings that allow sound to freely pass through, unlike closed-back headphones that have cups with solid shells which isolate sound from passing through to some extent. Soundstage and imaging constitute positional audio. You could say they are the stereo equivalent of virtual surround sound. I don't think stereo, no matter how large it is, sounds fully three-dimensional as virtual surround sound at all times. Dialogues and very loud sounds like tanks, jets, trains, etc. near you tend to sound very intimate and dominate in either ear when you don't face them. Virtual surround sound has its drawbacks too: it compresses and degrades the sound quality. I find it most noticeable with rain, waterfalls and splashing water; they sound akin to white and pink noise. Subtle details become faint or not audible. When headphones already have decent soundstage, imaging and separation, I find that virtual surround sound diffuses the positional audio and the ability to pick up and locate/track audio cues.

Virtual Surround sound varies a lot from processor to processor (CMSS-3D, Dolby Headphone, SBX, etc.) How you perceive it compared to stereo also depends on the soundstage, imaging and separation of the headphone, and how games are mixed. I recommend using a headphone with a large soundstage and great imaging and separation, like AD700x, before deciding on virtual surround sound. If you absolutely want virtual surround sound, then I strongly recommend SBX from Creative, especially over Dolby Headphone.

Separation is how you discern individual sounds from a range of overlapping sounds. This is only important in games that are competitive.



Attach an Antlion ModMic 4 and you have a headset. Alternative mics: Massdrop Minimic, Neewer, Sony ECMCS3, Zalman ZM-Mic1, Blue Snowball, Samson Go

If AD700x costs too much, then I recommend HD668B. Other open-back options that are well-regarded in the audio enthusiast community are Audio-Technica ATH-AD500x, Sennheiser HD558/HD579 and Status Audio OB-1. I strongly advise against HyperX Cloud if you don't need sound isolation. For closed-back, I recommend AKG K52, Superlux HD662 EVO and especially Superlux HD669 over the Cloud. Status Audio CB-1 is another well-regarded option, which is compatible with the V-MODA BoomPro mic.

u/thepensivepoet · 6 pointsr/Guitar

Ableton is a great DAW and is my preferred software choice for recording/editing.

You can use the TASCAM to capture your performances and transferring those .wav files into Ableton for editing but you'll have a much better experience recording directly into your computer.

You can go a few different routes here. You can pick up an audio interface that accepts an XLR connection for a proper microphone like a Presonus Audiobox and an SM57 which will allow you to capture as good a single channel signal as you can really get outside of a big recording studio.

OR you can go with something cheaper like a Blue Snowball USB microphone. These things actually sound surprisingly good and have multiple settings for directional and omni modes for different situations.

Once you have a way of capturing audio directly into Ableton you can start building up your songs layer by layer. Experiment with things like EQ and compression/delay/etc to make your guitar tracks sound nicer. There are built in patched in Ableton for EQ like "Acoustic Guitar" or "Electric Guitar" and just dragging one of those onto your channel will be a great place to start.

That's a skill in and of itself but you have to start somewhere so start experimenting.

When starting out applying EQ to tracks I'd start this way :

  • Solo the track so you're only listening to the single layer

  • Create a single EQ filter with a high Q value so it creates a really sharp and thin "peak" and drag it upwards so it's amplifying a very narrow band of frequencies quite a bit.

  • Drag that "peak" left and right while the audio is playing and listen for something that jumps out at you as unpleasant. Now drag the peak DOWN to bring those frequencies down in the mix to remove whatever harshness you discovered. Bring down the Q value to make that trough a bit wider and smoother.

    Do that 3 or 4 times on a channel and you'll have something that sounds a bit nicer. If you do too much it'll sound hollow and empty so make subtle adjustments as much as possible. Don't dump that "bad frequency" all the way to the bottom, just bring it down a little bit so it doesn't jump out at you.

    You won't be creating drastically new tones this way, just polishing them so they sound nicer.

    Having a good pair of headphones or even some inexpensive studio monitors will also be extremely helpful so you can accurately hear what you're producing.

    Use the built-in metronome and record with headphones (so the click doesn't get picked up by the microphone) to keep things tight.

    Once you've finished your audio and it's how you like it THEN film your video and just play along with the click. Don't use any audio from the video recording and just pair the two back up in editing.
u/askylitfall · 6 pointsr/recording

Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone, Cardioid - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_fOAvCbJTQ64C8

Here's a similarly priced mic from a much more reputable company, it's USB over XLR, so you don't need to buy an interface, and it isn't a Chinese knockoff

u/Vzey · 6 pointsr/podcasts

The Blue Snowball is a decent cheap microphone at $50
[Blue Snowball] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B014PYGTUQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1511643949&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=blue+snowball&dpPl=1&dpID=31Ju5HK-6bL&ref=plSrch)

Audacity is a free audio editing software that has a lot of tutorials to make your audio top quality.
[Audacity Download] (http://www.audacityteam.org/download/)

As for a computer, you can do it on any laptop it’s just the speed you want your edits and final products to compile is related to your processing power.

u/SlowJamzzz · 6 pointsr/buildapcsales

If you're interested in non-usb mics, you could always look into condenser microphones. I wanted to get a mic separate from my headset, but didn't want to spend the $$$ for the blue yeti, and I thought the snowball sounded poor for he price. So I looked into different Newer and another mic brand. I ended up going with this kit https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D4KYRYC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 for $50, and I think the mic quality for the mic is pretty solid. Having it come with a scissor arm is pretty sweet too. So I'd say check out mics like the nw-700, nw-800, etc just to see what else is out there.

u/I_GIVE_ROADHOG_TIPS · 5 pointsr/Competitiveoverwatch

I know a lot of podcasters that use this cheap thing.

u/SeafoodDuder · 5 pointsr/buildapc

'Gaming' is just a term companies use to cater to people who play video games (gamers). You don't want to buy from someone like Logitech who makes mice, keyboards, webcams, desktop speakers, 'gaming' headsets, etc.

You want to buy a pair of quality headphones (not headset) from a music company like Audio-Technica (Japan), Sennheiser (Germany), AKG, Grado, Shure, Bower & Wilkins (UK) and so on. These companies (besides maybe Sennheiser) don't really advertise to gamers, so you're kind of stuck in the loop of Logitech, Corsair, HyperX, Creative, etc.

I'm not sure what kind of music you're into, so I can't make any suggestions but I can give you starter things to look into. Check out the suggestion thread over in /r/headphones. Add a standalone mic or a V-Moda Boom Mic.

Philips SHP9500

Audio-Technica ATH-AD900X (also the 700X)

Sennheiser HD598

u/CIockwerk · 5 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Of course, I'm happy to help! As for cheap mouse mats, I have this and love it. It's huge though, so you'll want to measure your desk to make sure it'll fit. If not, just about any mouse pad will do. Don't spend a whole lot of money on it (like getting one that's RGB). As for headsets, Amazon has a bunch that are great, and fairly cheap that you can look at. Personally, however, I would recommend getting a stand alone microphone like this guy and using a pair of headphones or earbuds. It might be a little more pricey overall, but I've found that most headsets are really uncomfortable for long periods of use. I splurged and bought some Bose headphones and have a standalone mic that I use. All personal preference, though. Now, for desks and chairs, I'm not sure about. I would maybe check your local Target for a desk, or IKEA if you have one nearby. I'd say the same for chairs. Don't buy a chair just because it has "gaming" in the name, either. Get a chair that you're comfortable in, who cares what it looks like?

Anyways, that's my two cents!

u/GloryBoy300 · 5 pointsr/ChiefKeef

Yeah actually heres a link to the one I use it works amazing https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D4KYRYC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_YaMhzbSHZGJ0J

u/Leagel · 5 pointsr/fffffffuuuuuuuuuuuu

That has been happening a lot lately, especially to big youtubers who pump out 1-4 videos a day.
Edit: I also saw in another of your comments you were looking for a mic. Here is one really good mic, dunno how to set it up with consoles, but I'm sure you'll figure it out.

u/Deathcubek9001 · 5 pointsr/pcmasterrace

I actually just ordered the Superlux HD668B because my buddy told me they were pretty damn good. He (and some youtube videos I watched) also said it was worth spending the extra 8 dollars to buy some velour earpads and replace the standard ones.

As for a mic, I picked up the Neweer NW-700 Condenser Mic for $36. I'm not into recording my voice for videos or what not, but for the price this thing is lightyears better than the webcam mic I was using in Skype.

u/diefuseofficial · 5 pointsr/buildapcsales

Personally, if you're not concerned with the game, I'd go for the 2020 considering you already own the Behringer. It would be sort of a waste to buy the Yeti since the model that comes with that bundle is USB only leaving the interface unused.

If you're doing a lot of streaming and things like discord (and if you can afford to save for it), I'd recommend the AT2035PK:

https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2035PK-Microphone-Streaming-Podcasting/dp/B07JL8YRCV/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=at2035pk&qid=1563264733&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-2&th=1

It comes with the slightly improved 2035 that has a low cut switch near the bottom that rolls off the low frequencies of your voice when turned on. Bundle also comes with a shock mount, boom arm, and a pair of ATH-M20x headphones.

u/shab1b1 · 4 pointsr/buildapc

I know that a lot of streamers use the audio technica microphones so here's one. There is also the Blue Yeti. In terms of budget microphones, there is the Blue Snowball and the CAD u37. You also might want to consider an audio interface as well. Here's an excellent combo, cause its awesome.

u/Zakreon · 4 pointsr/magicTCG

If you plan on recording more in the future, look into getting a condenser mic setup like this. Even if you use it for other things like simple voice chat, the difference in audio quality is huge. You can find lot's of videos on youtube on their quality and how to set them up (it's pretty easy)

u/LukeLC · 4 pointsr/VoiceActing

Depends on how you define inexpensive.

A good beginner setup would be a Neewer NW-800 + single-channel phantom power box of your choice + a clip on pop filter. Should cost you around $60 for the whole setup and get you condenser XLR quality that'll beat any USB mic in the same price range and much higher.

Links for reference:

  • Neewer NW-800
  • Phantom power supply
  • Pop filter

    Do yourself a favor and use low-end, but real audio equipment like this instead of a Blue Snowball or Blue Yeti. Using those two mics is like writing "I have no clue what I'm doing" on your VA profile, but so many people do it. A Yeti Pro is the minimum you should go for in Blue mics, otherwise the people hiring you WILL be able to tell you're on a USB mic and they WILL use it to gauge your level of experience against you. As a general principle, XLR is a much better look when you're trying to get hired doing voice work.
u/Solarbg · 4 pointsr/podcasts

This was the first kit I bought, for sure a good bang for your buck.

https://www.amazon.ca/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542170185&sr=8-3&keywords=neewer+condenser

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If you are using an audio interface or mixer, I would recommend buying an XLR to XLR cable to replace the XLR to AUX cable that this kit comes with.

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u/rqueenston · 4 pointsr/lapfoxtrax

good mic not necessary but definitely recommended. as an example of a bad mic, all of Figurehead was recorded using headphones pressed up against my face as the microphone. if you didn't know you could do that, now you do. good cans actually produce a pretty damn good recording. good cans will also have a mesh-like cover usually which doubles as a bit of a pop filter.

imo avoid USB mics unless it's all you can do, every one i've used from Blue's offerings (yeti, snowball) to M-Audio mics has had a really fucking weird frequency response and been awful about room noise no matter how much carpeting i have.

currently i use this set: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00XOXRTX6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 which requires phantom power. i have a behringer mixer for that (which i use for a bunch of other stuff as well). it kicks the ever-loving crap out of every other mic i've used, which is bizarre. i have use roland and sennheiser condenser mics and many USB mics and this one comes out right on top, especially for the price.

to reduce room noise, you can throw down a rug or blankets or even put a sock over your mic. you'd be surprised how much it helps.

play with EQing and compressing on your vocal track. a bit of a noise gate before all that can help too. i prefer it over noise reduction at this point, since noise reduction can be pretty artifacty, and if you're going to do pitch correction or other effects, that artifacting can get really noticeable really fast.

as for the best place to start: wherever you want. i just used headphones as a mic for a long time and if Figurehead is anything to go by, it'll work for most people while they get started, and will teach you a lot about EQing your recordings.

u/spankymustard · 3 pointsr/podcasting

Here's my recommendation for a podcast starter kit:


u/thadrine · 3 pointsr/Roll20

I run the roll20 app inside of google hangouts. It does the game table, and voice chat all in one window. I have tried every chat client out there and Hangouts is by far the best now (it sucked the first few years, but it is google so it got fixed).

On another monitor I have our campaign document open, which is a GoogleDoc spreadsheet with a tab for every character and several game notes. I share all of that in a gDrive folder with the game rules and handouts.

I keep a pdf of the gamebook open on a third monitor (I only use pds anymore so that I search the text).

Then I have also started to run Roll20 on my tablet as a player so that I can make sure I see what the players are seeing.

A good microphone

http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Microphones-Snowball-Microphone-Headphones/dp/B003LRTQEA/ref=sr_1_14?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1410961646&sr=1-14

And webcam

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Webcam-Widescreen-Calling-Recording/dp/B006JH8T3S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410961712&sr=8-1&keywords=hd+webcam

u/cuntrystorm · 3 pointsr/hiphopheads

I started with a Rockband mic (lol), moved to a CAD USB mic, and now that I'm serious about music, I use a Rode NT1, which I really love. However, if you are really serious about making music, I would recommend spending a little more and focusing on quality up front, because eventually you will want to upgrade anyway when you realize the limitations of cheaper microphones. Another thing to consider is buying an interface (I needed one for the NT1). This will allow you to connect XLR microphones (like the NT1) and eliminate the annoying latency associated with USB mics.

u/mwm-wmw · 3 pointsr/audioengineering

"That I can use anywhere..."

Eh, that's not really a thing. Microphones are space dependent.

If you're just doing Youtube, talking head style videos, you don't even need to spend that much money.

Get yourself a condenser mic. I use a Rode NT1 Kit. I like that the pop filter is right on the mount and it sounds "fine". You can get a lot of opinions, with a lot of cork sniffing. In a mix, with proper compression and filtering, there are differences, but it's real small. Diminishing returns is strong with mics. I was using a Neumann TLM104 before, and honestly, not that big of a difference. It's a sensitive mic though, so you'll want a quietish room.

https://www.amazon.ca/Rode-Large-Diaphragm-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B00GGGQK56

Now you need an audio interface to hook the mic up to the computer. Really, you don't need to go that wild. You're just getting your talking voice in there.

https://www.amazon.ca/Focusrite-SCARLETT-2I2-3RD-GEN-2x2-Audio-Interface/dp/B07QR73T66/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?keywords=focusrite+scarlett+2i1&qid=1573845792&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-2-fkmr0

Real simple, and will work fine enough, and has a second input, if you ever need one.

Some people will tell you to get a compressor, to run the mic through that on the way in. It's not really necessary and at this point, hardware compressors and software are indistinguishable in a mix or outside of an AB test scenario. Just shoot your video, and record your audio. After, run your vocal through some compression and a high pass filter, and you'll be good to go, for relatively cheap.

u/themrpeanutman · 3 pointsr/edmproduction

Standard setup for bedroom production is something like a Scarlett 2i2 with varying mic choices based on budget. Two sweet spots as far as price/performance ratio for me:

Rode NT1:
New version of the classic NT1a with clear performance representation and a crisp high end. Metal pop filter is also dope. Sensitive to background noise.

https://www.amazon.com/Rode-NT1KIT-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B00GGGQK56

Shure SM7b:
Widely used for a reason. Everyone and their mom has one of these because they sound so good. Bonus for non-studio work is that it isn't going to pick up a fly farting in the room next to you because it's dynamic. You need a cloudlifter tho so keep that in mind.

https://www.amazon.com/Shure-SM7B-Dynamic-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B0002E4Z8M

u/Limro · 3 pointsr/VoiceActing

You could go for the Røde NT1 kit which includes a microphone, a shock mount, and a metal pop-filter, and connect it to a Scarlett Focusrite Solo (2. gen). This way you get 24 bit, 48 kHz recordings, which ought to be enough for most of your clients :)

How well does it sound? Well, here's a comparison with the Neumann U47 ($4000 mic).

How come, that such a price difference is so hard hear? The room is treated very well. You can do something like what I did.
I would not recommend a box - it can sound "boxy", but it might work...

u/jbehrmusic · 3 pointsr/WeAreTheMusicMakers

Scarlett came out with the 3rd Gen recently. Do you need the 2i2, would you be OK with the Solo? I'm from the US, so I am not sure what the prices would be in EU. But here is the link for the 3rd Gen Solo ($109 USD)

- https://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scarlett-Audio-Interface-Tools/dp/B07QR6Z1JB/

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As far as mic, there are plenty of options under $200. But the Rode NT-1 is an awesome mic. I actually own it, and have been using it for the past month or two with my Apollo Twin USB. It has a flat frequency response which is great for allowing the most flexibility when manipulating the audio in post. Don't get fooled by the graph, as they have updated the NT-1 [The old NT-1 had a different frequency response]. This is the new response graph.

- http://cdn1.rode.com/nt1_datasheet.pdf

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If you're looking for used, I would check out Reverb. They have the NT-1 on Reverb for sub $200:

- https://reverb.com/p/rode-nt-1-kit-w-slash-shockmount-and-pop-filter

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Another good mic for $200 is the sE Electronics X1 S. They have a vocal bundle on Sweetwater for $200

- https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/X1SVocalPk--se-electronics-x1-s-vocal-bundle

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Lastly, there's a $150 mic called the AKG P220.

- https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/P220--akg-p220-large-diaphragm-condenser-microphone

- https://www.amazon.com/AKG-High-Performance-Vocal-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B00M9CUJ6W/

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All these microphones are Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphones. And as already stated, they all have a pretty flat frequency response.

u/Cool_Stuff1234 · 3 pointsr/NewTubers

Continue to practice until you feel that you can overcome your nervousness. Redo the lines where you feel you stuttered, or edit them out. I've recently been given advice on my speech and audio quality as well.

This is going to be long, but I hope it helps:

My problem with my speech during recording is that air gets recorded as well (if I make popping sounds when I say a certain word such as Piano, Karen, etc.)

So, I've told to keep away from recording too closely, and I tested it out recently, and it's working perfectly!

As for the audio quality/mic, here a few links I've been given as well to improve it:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XBQ8UGG/

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ACFAULC/

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076HMR23G/

I also use audacity for audio editing (editing out stutter words or incorrect words, adding in the right words, increasing the audio volume, reducing background noise, etc)

You'll definitely get better the more you practice, and this is your first video, so it's not going to be perfect.

I didn't mean to make this long, but I hope this helps!

u/ItWasDumblydore · 3 pointsr/bapcsalescanada

It really just has the problem of being way to expensive for quality it outputs. It's pretty much at the price point where a cheap xlr mic + usb mixer is way better, and oh dear fucking lord if you're planning to record while using the keyboard. That shockmount is way to expensive. Your only alternative is the second shock mount for 50$

https://www.amazon.ca/Blue-Microphones-RADIUS-II-Microphone-Shock/dp/B00TTQLA50/ref=sr_1_2?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1511840959&sr=1-2&keywords=shock+mount+blue+yeti

https://www.amazon.ca/Auphonix-SM-1-Shock-Mount-Microphone/dp/B01BFY6AEO/ref=sr_1_3?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1511840959&sr=1-3&keywords=shock+mount+blue+yeti

If you're using it for recording while using the keyboard or voice chat while using the keyboard you want a shock mount. So it really becomes 150-180$ Setup vs

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B009GU4UHY/ref=s9u_simh_gw_i3?ie=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B009GU4UHY&pd_rd_r=995251d7-d3f0-11e7-8cdf-51a46fae6b0a&pd_rd_w=I857u&pd_rd_wg=YdTFw&pf_rd_m=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&pf_rd_s=&pf_rd_r=06KHXHH3APYM9C1XY537&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=07871b8e-d32a-4963-b98f-ba712077f7f5&pf_rd_i=desktop

63$

https://www.amazon.ca/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

50$

XLR to XLR cable is around 10-15$

that goes to 128$ but you can upgrade the mic later on.

u/TheGameReaperX · 3 pointsr/AskBattlestations

if she will be gaming on a Wii u you will need a capture card or a capture device that plug in via usb.

I recommend a good webcam like a Logitech HD C310 or Logitec HD C920

for a mic I would recommend a good dedicated mic, something like this or if you want your kiddo to feel like a professional streamer without breaking the bank, then [this](https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=sr_1_8?
ie=UTF8&qid=1494912402&sr=8-8&keywords=computer+microphone)

Other then that, I would suggest grabbing the open broadcasting software to use to record her videos.

u/hereticjones · 3 pointsr/letsplay

Yeah I don't think that's gonna happen, man. :/

To get a decent mic on a headset for my wife we had to spend $170 for a Sennheiser Game One, and trust me, that was the absolute cheapest for a decent mic for recording when she guests on my videos or does her own.

Good luck but holy hell mate. For forty bucks best you're gonna get in a headset is a tin can and a waxed string.

If you can somehow get your hands on a decent pair of headphones, a Neewer NW-700 bundle (boom arm, USB condenser mic and pop filter) is $34 on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_OTcwzbDDAJBNQ

u/uncommon_sc2 · 3 pointsr/podcasts

I wish someone would have given me this list when I started. For about $360 the list below gives you everything you need. I highly recommend against recording on your phone. There is also a lot of great free software out there for recording video for both PC and Mac. I use XSplit personally, even if I'm not streaming. You could probably find the light set without the green screen for a little cheaper if you want, but I wouldn't go any cheaper on the microphones, soundboard or webcam. With all this you'll have a semi-professional setup at an affordable budget.


2x Microphones ($70) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XOXRTX6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1


2x Microphone XLR Cables ($20) https://www.amazon.com/XLR-Microphone-Cable-Feet-Female/dp/B06XC6435F/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503965340&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=xlr+male+to+female&psc=1


1 USB Mixer ($60) https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-802-Premium-8-Input-Preamps/dp/B000J5XS3C/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1503964969&sr=8-3&keywords=xenyx


Light Set ($150) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019GTCNXC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1


Webcam ($60) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006JH8T3S/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1




u/war_pig_s · 3 pointsr/Rainbow6

I went looking for a $60 headset and couldn't find one (I was converting prices since I'm in the UK and it didn't really work)

Those headphones look really nice for the price, After reading up on them they lack bass which makes them pretty good for gaming. This is because explosions will be less prevalent making it easier to hear footsteps. The downside is they won't be terribly good for music unless you like your music without much bass.

The other thing to take note of is that they are open back. (If you don't know what open back means keep reading) See how In the picture there is only mesh coving the outside of the headphones. This means that they will leak sound like the titanic leaks water. It'll be like you're wearing mini speakers on your head to anyone around you.

The good thing about them being open back is that they will have a nice open soundstage making it easier to pinpoint where sounds are coming from, I don't have to tell you why that's a godsend in R6S (this also applies to music, it's kinda cool really)

More opinions about the headphone that are worth reading.


I was going to suggest getting a mod mic but I'm not really sure they would work with mini speakers open back headphones since you would get really bad feedback. You would probably want a desk mic.

I own a Blus snowball. I fucking hate it's but it still regarded on one of the better USB mics you can get

u/NVSM-Lemonhug · 3 pointsr/buildapc

Get a desktop mic instead.

This will give better quality than any headset you can buy below $200.

Headset microphones are atrocious pretty much across the board due to the incredibly limiting dimensions normally required.

With a real mic you and your teammates/friends will have a much better experience. Clearer audio with better leveling and it will probably outlive your PC.

Even a cheap one will be 10x better, and if you ever want to foray into youtube/podcasts/twitch you've got the equipment.

Then, when your headset dies death buy some good headphones without a mic. Before you know it you've better quality equipment at a lower price.

u/WarsDeath · 3 pointsr/Gaming_illuminaughty

I mean obviously im not the only one thinking this based on the comments or upvotes, a simple $50 [mic] (https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Microphones-Snowball-Black-iCE/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1467786315&sr=8-2&keywords=blue+snowball+microphones) that isnt by your headset or speakers, or using push-to-talk would be simple fixes for most of those problems, also i appreciate the insults, its really showing me that you're trying to make a better platform that when you get simple criticism that you go there, if you want to get more likes and views, the simple fixes help, otherwise dont talk about lack of support when you attack the audience

u/-life_starts_now- · 3 pointsr/emergencymedicine

I love your voice and your video style. You really need to invest in a better audio setup, though. It sounds like youre 15 feet away from the mic.

Near professional quality audio is very simple and essentially plug and play these days. Well under 100 bucks can get you a decent mic, boom stand and pop filter. A good mic example: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Blue-Microphones-Snowball-iCE-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/

u/letsgoiowa · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

THIRTY SEVEN DOLLARS ON SALE??

No! Do yourself a favor and get either this

or if you have less room, this instead.

u/justcasual · 3 pointsr/podcasts

You don't need to get super fancy (especially starting off). If you're audio sounds like a phone call, that's going to be an issue that will deter listeners. But mediocre audio quality will not hinder your growth, bad content will.

A few recommendations:

Cheap mics:

This works great as a portable mic: https://www.amazon.com/Samson-Mic-Portable-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B001R76D42/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1498145879&sr=8-3&keywords=samson+clip

I also used this to clip onto my headphones before: https://www.amazon.com/Zalman-Zm-Mic1-Sensitivity-Headphone-Microphone/dp/B00029MTMQ/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1498145910&sr=8-6&keywords=clip+mic

Actual mics:

I've heard good things about the Snowball but I've never used it: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1498146044&sr=8-3&keywords=mic

If you want an actual mic, this is the cheap mic I buy all my cohosts. It sounds perfectly fine. I've been using it for over 2 years now: https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATR2100-USB-Cardioid-Dynamic-Microphone/dp/B004QJOZS4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1498146015&sr=8-1&keywords=atr-2100

You don't need a mixer. Instead, I would use zencastr to record the audio. It has a free version but I pay for the unlimited one ($12).
Otherwise, you can just record your own individual audio with Audacity which is free and GREAT!

u/Cuddlemetocomfort · 3 pointsr/LongDistance

Check if you can trouble shoot the camera and the built-in mic first if you haven't. I have a very finicky old camera with built-in mic in my desktop that i have to unplug and replug the camera every time i turn off my computer. Sometimes I have to play with the skype settings to make it work.

I understand the headphones built-in mic since my SO has gone through a million and one pair and its not the comfiest for him. I use an in-ear earphones and its better for me and its my go to. I'm using these earphones for all around because they are cheap and they sound great for the price and pretty durable.

If you want a separate one and to invest, buy a nice quality mic that has a lot of reviews. I suggest going to amazon and reading the reviews there. I have heard a lot of good things with Blue Snowball mics and you can even use it for gaming or recording audios.

I hope it helps and you find something that works! Best wishes to both of you!!

u/k5josh · 3 pointsr/TheMotte

Blue Snowball, $50 Reliable, decent sounding budget option

AT2020 USB, $170 Nicer, will last pretty much your whole podcasting career.

u/Zynismus · 3 pointsr/pcgaming

On-ear is also an option. Koss Porta Pro is cheap and has a lifelong guarantee, and then you could just stick an AntLion ModMic on it. Both run you just about under 100$.

Btw, a Blue Yeti is decent and also usually doesn't cost 100$.

I also wear glasses, and decent headphones aren't going to be uncomfortable, they just cost more. It's an investment, but if you want something cheaper and portable I think the Koss are very decent.

ModMic: https://www.amazon.com/Antlion-Audio-ModMic-Attachable-Microphone/dp/B00R98JVVU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1525683488&sr=8-4&keywords=AntLion+ModMic

Koss Porta Pro: https://www.amazon.com/Koss-Porta-Pro-Headphones-Silver/dp/B00001P4ZH/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1525683534&sr=1-3&keywords=koss+portapro

Some other recommendations:

SoundMagic E10: https://www.amazon.com/SoundMAGIC-Noise-Isolating-Earphones-Gunmetal/dp/B005HP3OB0/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1525683563&sr=1-3&keywords=SoundMagic+E10

These will actually sound amazing depending on the hardware you run them on. The better the source, the better they sound. They can sound as good, if not better, than In-Ears that cost double as much! They're rather neutral.

Yeti Blue Snowball: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1525683616&sr=1-3&keywords=Yeti+Snowball

(Actually only 50$ right now)

u/Vap0_r · 3 pointsr/kingcobrajfs

Why the fuck isn't he using his brand new "selfie stick" for his cooking videos...

-EDIT-

Do you guys think he'd be able to figure this out?

u/coleslawcola · 3 pointsr/battlestations

I got it in a kit, I think it’s this one

(although mine came with earbuds too 🤔)

I really like it, pretty adjustable.

u/posthardkyle · 2 pointsr/podcasting

This is the mic I got from Amazon. I'm using the arm that came with it, and the pop filter as well.

u/6memesupreme9 · 2 pointsr/Kappa

Then youre a fool because this shit is literally entry level, has what you need and its pretty good when you consider the price. This is an upgrade an everyway (Blue yeti mic is slightly worse than this but not a huge noticeable amount). After that mic youre looking at several hundreds price range.

So no $100 isnt entry level unless youre talking about doing something other than twitch/discord shit. You dont know what the fuck you on about fam.

u/SPYDHOOM · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Any combination of these is good, I've also included a deal on amazon USA that has audio technical awesome audiophile headhones 199$ -> 70$;

---------------head phones-----------------

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HVLUQW8/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205349&sr=8-8&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=audio+technica&dpPl=1&dpID=41EDeh-wXKL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0001ARCFA/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205717&sr=1-2&refinements=p_36%3A1253505011&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=headphones&dpPl=1&dpID=41iu1l-OAvL&ref=plSrch

www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00001WRSJ/ref=mp_s_a_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205768&sr=1-16&refinements=p_36%3A1253505011&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=headphones&dpPl=1&dpID=41ADlzRP9hL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ENMK1DW/ref=mp_s_a_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205768&sr=1-15&refinements=p_36%3A1253505011&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=headphones&dpPl=1&dpID=41%2BX-iFa0PL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004FEEY9A/ref=mp_s_a_1_21?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205768&sr=1-21&refinements=p_36%3A1253505011&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=headphones&dpPl=1&dpID=41ljcZIdgGL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009S332TQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_20?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205768&sr=1-20&refinements=p_36%3A1253505011&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=headphones&dpPl=1&dpID=41kFstqC55L&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HVLUQW8/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205349&sr=8-8&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=audio+technica&dpPl=1&dpID=41EDeh-wXKL&ref=plSrch

---------------------mics---------------------

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002HJ9PTO/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205474&sr=8-11&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=lav+mic

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0058MJX4O/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205474&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=lav+mic&dpPl=1&dpID=31l%2BOAM-HdL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B015R1U5XS/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205429&sr=8-6&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=neewer+nw&dpPl=1&dpID=51LxsbISrEL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00XOXRTX6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503205393&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=neewer+nw&dpPl=1&dpID=41yPNjD%2BW6L&ref=plSrch

u/razer981 · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Kingston HyperX Cloud 2

Edit: Or you could go with really good headphones and an external mic, like this Sennheiser HD 598 and this Blue Snowball

u/SnowblindAlbino · 2 pointsr/BudgetAudiophile

Assuming you are recording with a computer, do you have an audio interface and/or a mixer with phantom power? If not, you'll have to confine yourself to USB mics. The one I usually recommend is the Blue Snowball, which is about $70 and works quite well for voice/narration. I have perhaps 20 mics and a decent home recording system but still use the Snowball for podcasts and quick projects sometimes because it's reliable, easy to setup, and sounds good for the price.

There's also a cheaper version (called the Snowball iCE) that is a simpler design with fewer features for about $25 less. I haven't used those but it might be worth a shot, especially if you're just doing a single voice in a quiet room.

u/WexAndywn · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Looking into grabbing this. Is anybody familiar with it? How is it?

u/QuipA · 2 pointsr/headphones

> the V-Moda Boompro

can't be used with the K7XX. The Boom Pro requires a non-recessed 3,5mm.

> AntLion ModMic

Good choice for the K7XX for gaming. I used to use one, but the additional 2nd wire got annoying.

> Blue Snowball (ICE)

That's what I'm using now. There are two versions of the Snowball. The more expensive one features 3 pick up patterns and you'll never use two of them. Get the ICE version for regular VoIP and gaming purposes it is excellent. If you have a mechboard people will LOVE you!

If you want to get really crazy with an excellent set up:

u/FlamingSnowball · 2 pointsr/microphones

About 50 Euros, this should work for what you're needing.

u/RS_Hauntedpearl · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Heard good things about these headphones and for a great mic check out the Snowball

u/speedx10 · 2 pointsr/qatar

https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_27?keywords=microphone&qid=1563722504&s=gateway&sr=8-27

thats the cheapest u can get.. around 290 riyals i think including shipping.

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Most good condenser mic start at 450+ riyals to 550 riyals.

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I assume this is for Podcast / Gaming.

u/IDontWantToArgueOK · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

General consensus is to get the headphones and mic separate. Gaming headsets have too many compromises.

I use these and they are great. And this is a very popular mic.

u/GiggaFlicka · 2 pointsr/VoiceActing

Based on what you mentioned as your budget, I'd recommend purchasing a USB type of condenser microphone. Unfortunately, anything under $40 isn't going to sound too nice when recording. Your best bet is to up the $40 to $50-ish and get a Blue Snowball.

https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_21?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1519757795&sr=1-21&keywords=condenser+mic

It's a nice mic and it'll do you justice over any other mic in the price range. As for headphones, I'd buy these: https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-201-Lightweight-Headphones/dp/B0007XJSQC/ref=sr_1_12?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1519758135&sr=1-12&keywords=studio+headphones

u/jotology · 2 pointsr/audio

This is a great answer. Thank you!

I've made worse than $11 mistakes, so that's not a big deal.

I'm guessing my next low budget option would be something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B014PYGTUQ

or

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076ZSR6BB/ref=vp_d_pb_t1_m_lp_B014PYGTUQ_pd

I would like to keep using the high-end noise canceling headphones, as they make it much easier to hear what's being said by the others on the call who don't always have very good mics either.

Thank you!

u/xdigitdex · 2 pointsr/college

Skim through the materials already covered, but any essential concepts should be written or typed. To make note taking even faster, I use Windows speech recognition software to write down notes on a word document to review later. If your computer doesn't have a built in microphone, I would suggest getting one of these. They are some of the best budget microphones and really pick up words well.
So far tonight in about 2.5 hours of studying general psychology, I was able to make 4 chapters of vocabulary terms and practice question sets, and I am now only 6 chapters behind lecture. Anyway, good luck catching up!

Edit: I read the whole motivation thing right after typing and I would suggest treating school like a 9-5 job (even though it takes money from you). This mindset has really helped me make college one of my top priorities every day.

u/zsbtiger · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

If you really want good mic and audio quality I recommend not getting a headset as usually there cheaply made with bad sound/mic quality(Not all gaming headsets but the majority) but getting high quality headphones and a high quality mic like the
Modmic(68$ cad) (https://www.amazon.com/Antlion-Audio-ModMic-Attachable-Microphone/dp/B00T6XUL8S)

Or getting a blue snowball (67$ cad) (https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_267_bs_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=R660NR2KHRV6HMS92RSQ)


I am not familiar with good wireless headphones so I cant recommend any.

u/SoupaSoka · 2 pointsr/buildapcsales

I actually have a Yeti because I record a lot of videos for YouTube, but maybe the smaller/cheaper one from the same company is a good alternative? Beats $5 Logitech crap, but not as expensive as a $100 mic.

u/egamble · 2 pointsr/audiophile

This is a bit of a tricky setup, but as long as you only want to use the microphone on your PC it is pretty achievable. Also if you want to play the sound off your PC and use a gaming console, you will require a mixer to play both sources. If you don't require this it makes your setup less complicated.

Either way you will need an HDMI audio extractor, this should work: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BIQER0E Plug that into the output of HDMI switch then:

Setup 1 - With mixer. https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=614305 plug the output of the HDMI audio extractor and your PC (using 3.5mm to RCA cable). Headphones plug into mixer. This will not sound as good as option 2.

Setup 2 - With DAC. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0722FRQQ7 . Plug the output of the HDMI extractor (using an optical cable) and the PC in using a USB cable. Select one or the other using the toggle switch and it will play that source out to the headphones.

I would recommend setup 2, as the external DAC will be of higher quality.

As far as microphones go, try a USB one (this is a decent cheaper one, you can go more or less expensive: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ) to reduce the audio noise your friends are telling you about.

u/GentlemanOctopus · 2 pointsr/letsplay

If you're specifically thinking of recording the Wii U, you're going to need a capture card between the console and your PC. While I haven't tried to record any gaming on a VCR since hooking a Nintendo 64 up to one back in the day, I'm not sure that would work with a newer console (as I'm pretty sure the Wii U doesn't support the old red/white/yellow AV cords).

Elgato Game Capture HD60 is what you're looking for (there's an older "Elgato HD" that will support older consoles but not newer ones). Now that's a $US150 option, so I guess that depends how much you plan to spend on your daughter's make-believe. On the plus side, you shouldn't have much trouble reselling the Elgato down the line if she's just going through a phase, or indeed you could just keep it if you decide to do some game capturing of your own.

The Elgato comes with its own software. It's not too terribly difficult to set up the first time, and after that you barely have to do any set up ever again (especially if you're recording from the same console every time). It has the ability to record video/game audio and your commentary audio too. All you need is a mic-- even a headset mic would probably suffice for your daughter, but there's plenty of condenser mics out there if you want to splurge).

Out of curiosity, what channels or videos does your daughter watch? I'm fascinated by the idea of anyone under the age of 10 being interested in Let's Plays.

u/Oh_Alright · 2 pointsr/anime

Yo super late to the party.

Was picking up the house a bit, I've got my whole computer setup, and one of these guys coming in the mail either tomorrow or Thurs.

Discord works great for me, I use it for practically everything anyway.

And yes, I'm super interested still.

u/SobiGaming · 2 pointsr/youtubers

Hey Naff!! I just got back from a trip, so sorry for the delayed response! First off, I love the organization of your reply! I'm such a sucker for nice formatting and structure haha! Thanks so much for the kind words and I'm glad my feedback was useful!


  • 2a - great points and I completely agree there were a few (all reasonable) options to make this one work.
  • 3a - haha BGM will be the bane of us all. It can be so hard! Again, your levels in this one were good though!
  • 6a - I totally understand. I researched this a lot and, from what I saw / remember, I believe the Blue Snowball is great starting mic and comes at $49. There are definitely other options out there, but adding this in case it helps you guys reduce research time / get something relatively affordable. https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_4?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1542600764&sr=1-4&keywords=blue+snowball

    ~

  • 3b / edit - I had the exact same issue and would have never noticed until I read something online. I'm so glad I was able to share some useful info! Again, I didn't notice anything wrong with the quality in the first place, but I was watching on mobile.
  • 5b - Oh, interesting, I've never tried recording Skype. I mostly record Discord or Battle.net for audio. If you ever experience issues, might be worth trying one of those out and
  • 6b - Hahah XD I feel like I've given a similar response to people who gave feedback to me on one of my posts when I did a one-time change as well.

    Love the mission statement! At it's core, mine is also about spreading laughs and happiness. Will try to re-collect my thoughts and let you know what I think about your AC video! At the end of the day, our videos should consist of what makes us happy, so I like your comment about not stressing out about it. :)


    You and Ric sound like good-natured, cool people. Thanks again for the kind words and hope you've been well!
u/RubberFistFight · 2 pointsr/Twitch

Alright so here's some stuff to get you started.

Blue snowball microphone.

AGPTEK MyPin capture device.

Both of these are "budget" solutions but should perform just fine for your needs. It's your call if you want to get a mic arm but I would suggest one, along with a pop filter.

The capture device should interface with OBS Studio without any major problems. It's a bit on the "no frills" side but from what I can gather it's still a pretty solid option.

Just be aware that you may run into HDCP issues with the Switch, where the capture device will refuse to accept the video stream. If that happens, you can just run the signal via a cheap HDMI splitter and it will take care of that.

u/aether_tech · 2 pointsr/HeadphoneAdvice
  1. A separate microphone and separate headphone is going to provide better performance overall than a 'headset."

  2. V7.1 is available through many different software sets, and you don't need to look at a headphone/headset that is 'natively' "3d/surround sound" capable -
    Dolby Atmos (paid); Windows Sonic (free,) - but a lot of the performance of Virtual 7.1 sound comes down to the sound-engine used in the game.

  3. Noise canceling is a completely different issue that a gaming headphone/headset wants to do. Are you sure you want Noise Canceling, or would a closed back (noise-isolating) headphone/headset work?

    If you're looking for an all in-one (headset, closed-back) package, the CoolerMaster MH751 (or the 752 with it's V7.1 USB dongle) is the best option. < $90

    If you want to get away from the headset; and get interdependent pieces: (will cost a bit more than the CM headset, but has advantages in doing so.)

    (prices are with Amazon Prime, so yours may differ - but you can usually ebay them for about the same prices I can see.)

u/ThreeSilentFilms · 2 pointsr/audio

Honestly, get a blue snowball. They sound pretty great for what they are. I wouldn’t record a record with them, but for gaming or YouTube recording they are just fine, and probably one of the best sounding options out there. Certainly better than the options you listed.

Blue snowball amazon

Source: I use one for my gaming set up and I have apogee interfaces and high end mics at my disposal.

u/Jeep600Grand · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

This guy seems to be pretty popular. I've seen a few streamers who use it and they sound fine.

u/WontonTheWalnut · 2 pointsr/audioengineering

I know little to nothing about really recording audio, or how to make stuff sound good. What i do know is that all my friends i voice chat with think my mic sounds like i wired my Nintendo DS lite to my computer and used it to talk to them. So I figured I'd do what a normal person would do and do research instead of being lazy consult reddit for advice on what microphone i should buy. I don't plan on spending a lot on my microphone, but I think i might as well spend enough for my friends to be able to hear my actual voice instead of the equivalent of what you'd hear from a usb microphone you'd hook up to your Wii to play rock band.

For the sake of accuracy, I don't plan on spending much more than $30-$40 on a mic, and if I can go lower without much sacrifice in audio quality I'd prefer that. If it helps any, I have a somewhat deep voice and I plan on using it for gaming, more specifically voice chat on discord. I am currently looking at the Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone which is on the upper end of my budget. Thank you so much for any advice you can give me.

u/Mrmitch65 · 2 pointsr/streaming

For a mic, I recommend a blue snowball, its easy to setup, sounds good and has a stand.

To be honest, I really dont think that a webcam at this early stage would be such a good idea but a good one would be a Logitech C922x

As headphones go, a pair of corsair void pros would be great and have awesome sound quality. The wireless ones are great, plug them in overnight and then play all day and you are good to go! But for simplicity, I recomend the wired version as then you dont have to remember to plug them in

u/Jteph · 2 pointsr/Wishlist

Like this one?

Blue Microphones Snowball iCE USB Microphone - Black https://www.amazon.de/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_cZiNBbRG6MJP5

u/Perverse_Masquerade · 2 pointsr/gonewildaudio

As a matter of fact, I do.

All prices in USD, and based on Amazon.

Price | Microphone | Manufacturer's Product Page |Amazon Link
:------:|--------|--------|--------
$35.82 | Samson Meteorite | Samsontech | Amazon
$49.00 | Blue Snowball iCE | Bluemic | Amazon
$69.99| Samson Meteor | Samsontech | Amazon
$129.00 | Blue Yeti| Bluemic | Amazon

EDIT: I will mention that the Yeti is used by u/alwaysslightlysleepy

u/kyonu · 2 pointsr/Twitch

Almost any dedicated mic will be better than your camera mic. I picked up a Snowball which is wonderful sounding, and there are other cheap options as well, but any non-dedicated mic will usually not "be up to par".

u/Tailoxen · 2 pointsr/gtaonline

I'd go with the Blue Snowball Ice, it's a pretty decent mic for a usb one.

u/WeGotLighters · 2 pointsr/Twitch

If you're willing to go a little over budget I'd pick up the [Logitech C920] (https://www.logitech.com/en-us/product/hd-pro-webcam-c920) and the [Blue Yeti Microphone] (https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Yeti-USB-Microphone-Blackout/dp/B00N1YPXW2/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1520708427&sr=1-3&keywords=blue+yeti). Both of these are quality equipment that even bigger streamers with a large budget use. If that's outside of your price range, I'd switch out the Yeti for the [Blue Snowball] (https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1520708583&sr=1-2&keywords=blue+snowball). It's still a good quality microphone for around half the price of the Yeti. I'm not sure if there is anything better at that price range but I've heard nothing dealbreaking about either the Yeti/Snowball or the C920.

As for tips, I'd recommend having some way to look at chat and whatever alert system you use (We use StreamLabs) without having to alt-tab out of game constantly. Whether it's a two monitor setup, a tablet/phone, or even playing in windowed mode, interacting with the people watching is definitely important.

u/jquiksilver13 · 2 pointsr/Entrepreneur

Not sure if you're still doing your podcast but if you are I would recommend a better mic. The Blue Snowball Condenser Microphone is a great low cost yet high quality option.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=psdc_11974651_t2_B00K68MT9Q

u/Savvypirate · 2 pointsr/makinghiphop

i don't know how to mix i literally just got out and have been writing for the last 10 months i put some reverb and eq on it tho
https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Microphones-Snowball-iCE-condensateur/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_3?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1506236262&sr=1-3&keywords=blue+usb+microphone using that mic

u/SilverSix311 · 2 pointsr/pcgamingtechsupport

I recommend getting some Studio Over Ear Headphones, and getting a Mod Mic or Desk Mic to go along with it. I bought an Antlion ModMic for the wife, and it works great. Sounds great as well compared to all the shitty gaming headset mics. My setup is a Razer Seiren Pro that I got on a banging deal almost $100 cheaper than typical pricing :). I have a mic stand that sits right above my monitors. It does pick up echoes if I have my speakers turned up too loud, but it's not too bad. I use voice meeter banana to route all my audio to 2 separate audio devices so I can just mute my speakers and put headphones on.

 

Recommendations:
Desk Mic: Blue Yeti - ~$120, Blue Snowball ~$50
Mod Mic: Antlion ModMic ~$60, V Moda BoomPro ~$30 (V Moda Mic wont work on all headphones)
Headphones: r/Headphones | Read about headphones.

 

They come down to preference for the user typically. I have M-Audio Q40's with Beyerdynamic's EDT 770 V Replacement Pads. You probably won't be able to find any Q40's online, but I bought mine back in 2010 and I still use them today. I've replaced the audio cable probably 10+ times now. They are built to endure, and they are not that comfortable with the stock pads. Put the EDT 770 V pads on and feels like a cloud. I personally also have a desk headphone amp to get clearer/crisper sound.
As I said, this all comes down to preference. You need to research specific items you are interested in. Try to find reviews on reddit or forums. I wouldn't follow "reviews" that are articles on web pages. Half of those are BS and are generally favored towards the provider of the equipment unfortunately.
Typical google searches would be:
M-Audio Q40 headfi
Blue Yeti Pro reddit
Blue Yeti Pro Issues reddit
mod mic reddit

 

Good luck on your ventures! Let me know if you have any other questions.

PS - If you have a mechanical keyboard, invest in o-rings/pads to help with the clickiness, or if you don't have a mechanical keyboard and you are looking for one, get silent keys. I forget the actual switch types names.

u/MedicineGirl125 · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Main Monitor - S2417DG

Second Monitor - Dell ST2421L

Keyboard - Arealer Roarer (Found it on Amazon for $34. Haven't ever seen it in stock again.)

Mouse - Logitech G502 Proteus Spectrum

Microphone - Blue Snowball

Headphones are some cheapo things I bought on Amazon a while back.. Due to be replaced soon.

u/podboi · 2 pointsr/buildapc

9 bucks more you can get this, streamers and youtubers use this actually.

u/Prohibitable · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

If you're only going to be gaming, a desktop microphone, like the Blue Snowball, would be just fine. The Blue Snowball's quality is better than that of the modmic and it's significantly cheaper than the Blue Yeti.

u/Fuckenjames · 2 pointsr/buildapc

> Under $20: Blue Snowball microphone

I had heard about the Blue Yeti so this sounded interesting. But it looks like it's never been below $35 on Amazon, so this seems a bit misleading?

https://camelcamelcamel.com/Blue-Snowball-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/product/B014PYGTUQ

u/Sotsie · 2 pointsr/DnD

Oddly enough I still have a picture of my end, but sadly not theirs.

I sat at my computer with my headphones and mic and watch the map on my main screen with my character sheet on the side screen.

On their end they would hear me through the laptop speakers setting at the opposite end of the table as the DM. Hooked to said laptop was a gaming headset (without the headphones plugged in) who's mic would pick up all of them talking and send it back to me.

Obviously this was just because they were cheap bastards who didn't wanna go out and buy a condenser mic and such.

But if you were so inclined the NW-700 has served me quite well so far and you can get it and everything you need, including phantom power, for like $60. You could likely do a bit of research and find a good conference mic or something though. I've just been using that one for both D&D and streaming.... and streaming D&D.

u/AndroidVegeta · 2 pointsr/hardwareswap

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Condenser-Microphone-Suspension/dp/B01D4KYRYC/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1520108136&sr=8-5&keywords=microphone+kit

This is what you want! Comes with everything you'd need and a microphone that's just as good as the ones you mentioned...just a fraction the price. Look up reviews on YouTube or read the ones on Amazon, shit's legit and under budget.

Edit: I have the same kit minus the XLR power adapter. Mic just plugged into my motherboards mic input and it works fine. So you might could get the non-powered kit and save more money:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XOXRTX6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/sparker3d · 2 pointsr/Twitch

There is another good cheap microphone that I use myself, I think it is a great option, Neewer NW-700 It comes with boom arm, pop filter, and everything you need. It does require a 48 watt phantom power supply which you can get with a Bundle with the mic or buy one separately. Though one thing I would recommend is a different Pop Filter as the one that comes with the microphone can be very annoying.

u/teddymaing · 2 pointsr/Brunei

Anyone know where i can get this in brunei?

u/Xa_in0s · 2 pointsr/battlestations

They are put in an L-shape and the mic is clamped. the mic was super cheap but super worth it over a normal headset mic. if your interested - https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01D4KYRYC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/IncultusMagica · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Some good headphones with a good mic. Good mic is here.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01D4KYRYC/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1506140507&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=neewer+microphone&dpPl=1&dpID=516OpCO1N9L&ref=plSrch

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
Headphones | Philips - SHP9500 Headphones | $51.99 @ Newegg
Other| Microphone| $49.99
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total | $101.98
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-09-23 00:22 EDT-0400 |

u/No_Hands_55 · 2 pointsr/audioengineering

im looking for an interface that will

  • allow me to output audio from pc to my speakers (powered micca) and control the volume on the interface
  • allow me to plug in headphones that will take priority from the speakers
  • input for a mic with monitoring

     

    i am looking at this Behringer to work with this mic and had a few questions i couldnt seem to figure out.

  • does it output the mic audio through the usb to the pc, or does it have go through the LR outputs to the mic input on a motherboard? or are the LR outputs for speakers?

  • if the mic is plugged into the interface will it always be live?

  • will the phantom 48v screw with my headphones or speakers if connected, or is that just for inputs?

    TLDR:

    Basically i want an interface to control my speakers, allow me to switch to headphones, work with a mic, without having to mess with windows or speaker volume controls. Is there anytime i am missing or am not understanding? any suggestions or tips?

    Thanks!!
u/Chaos_Klaus · 2 pointsr/audioengineering

Depending on your playback device you may need adapters for the outputs on the back.

If your speakers have a (2x) cinch input, you need adapters like these. If they have a 3.5mm TRS plug, you'll need something like this.

If you have headphones that have a 3.5mm plug instead of 6.35mm, you'll need an adapter like this one.

You'll also need an XLR cable to connect your mic and possibly a pop filter for recording vocals. The AT2020 is often sold as a bundle with both.

Here is also a bundle with a boom arm (of questionable quality).

u/jaguarsinmexico · 2 pointsr/drums

Get something like this and use it as an overhead:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Neewer-Microphone-Suspension-Broadcasting-Recording/dp/B07DK89QZS/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1549569140&sr=8-10&keywords=usb+microphone

​

It won't be awesome, but based on other replies you're not looking for awesome, just serviceable. This will certainly be serviceable and won't require a separate audio interface or additional preamp hardware. record right into Audacity in Windows or GarageBand in Mac (both for free). good luck


*edited to include a mac option just in case...

u/Spritzo · 2 pointsr/battlestations

That's the Studio Projects B1 condenser mic!
Amazon

Awesome microphone for a small studio.

u/Lat3nt · 2 pointsr/audiophile

Get a M-Audio Mobile Pre and 2 Samson C02 small diaphragm condensers. I have this set up, and it sounds pretty damn good for the price. If you find you really like recording stuff, Tascam makes great interfaces with many more inputs. Shure SM57 is another great dynamic mic and built like a tank. If you want large diaphragm condensers, The Studio Projects B1 and AT-2020 are both great.

u/kd5vmo · 2 pointsr/Hawaii

You can pickup a serviceable DSLR shotgun mic for not too much...

Just watch that auto gain control, that can ruin some takes.

If you get a bit more of a budget, look at the zoom h4n and a cheap shotgun mic. Issue is when you try and sync the audio and video in post there will be drift. Timing is always slightly off and it compounds over time, so 5 min into the interview the audio may be slightly ahead or behind the video (if you do just a straigt shot of the 5min interview)


u/HybridCamRev · 2 pointsr/videography

/u/stockfeller - with a $2000 budget, the best quality footage you're going to get from an easy-to-use 1080p camcorder will be from a [$1699 Sony HXR-NX100] (http://www.amazon.com/Sony-HXR-NX100-Professional-Compact-Camcorder/dp/B017C05SZ2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) with its 1" sensor.

This camera will deliver video image quality close to what you would get from a large sensor camera (as seen [here] (https://youtu.be/dGtfP8Sc-5M) in a side-by-side with the Panasonic G6 and its slightly larger micro 4/3 sensor) - plus the convenience of a camcorder (e.g., fast autofocus, built-in power zoom lens, built-in pro mic jacks, dual SD card slots).

In full auto mode, it is easy to use and will give you a lot higher image quality than the tiny sensors in either a consumer camcorder (such as the CX405) or older pro camcorder (such as the XA10).

Function video: https://youtu.be/iZzpmZwH_5Y

Beauty video: https://youtu.be/A4G-fOP6OsI

Wedding: https://youtu.be/HOov8CrCvso

Outdoor urban footage: https://youtu.be/u5t60r7EASs

Indoor Handheld Stabilization Active: https://youtu.be/OCILVb5Q8BY

Outdoor Handheld Stabilizer Test (stationary and walking): https://youtu.be/SCvoZqvMqC0

Nice review: https://youtu.be/QSN66NE1uOE

Add a [$169 Audio Technica AT875r pro mic] (http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT875R-Gradient-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B000BQ79W0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20) (no battery) and a [$79.96 Ravelli AVT professional lightweight tripod with fluid drag head, a quick release plate and a travel case] (http://www.amazon.com/Ravelli-AVT-Professional-67-inch-Camera/dp/B00139XOCI/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=battleforthew-20), and your consultant should be able to produce pro quality video and sound without a lot of hassle for less than $2000.

Hope this is helpful and good luck!

u/josecouvi · 2 pointsr/Filmmakers

I have the Audio Technica AT875R and it's pretty good. I believe it requires 48V Phantom Power, though, so I'm not sure if you have that capability.

u/HybridCameraRevoluti · 2 pointsr/Filmmakers

Any mic will give you hiss with the 5D Mark II because the preamps on your camera are noisy. If you want clean sound, you need a preamp. A [JuicedLink Riggy Assist with 2 XPR inputs, phantom and audio meters will set you back $399] (http://www.adorama.com/JDRA222.html?KBID=66297).

With a decent preamplifier screwed to the bottom of your camera, as seen [here] (http://www.studentfilmmakers.com/images/canon%205D%20mark%20III%20Riggy-Micro%20RM333.jpg), you can use an [inexpensive AT875r pro shotgun mic] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQ79W0/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000BQ79W0&linkCode=as2&tag=battleforthew-20) (cheaper and higher quality than a Rode Videomic "Pro" prosumer mic) mounted on your hot shoe with a [$13 shock mount] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006SRHLP6/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B006SRHLP6&linkCode=as2&tag=battleforthew-20).

This setup will allow you to record high quality sound directly to your camera without syncing.

Good luck with the new job!

u/eeyore134 · 2 pointsr/gaming

I did a ton of reading up on this before making the purchase and I'm really happy with it. It's the Samson CO1U and I'd suggest getting a pop filter for it as well. I've never had any complaints about voice quality with it. You can get just the mic for a good bit cheaper, but I think the kit with the shockmount and stand is worth the extra money. Been considering a boom for it just to free up desk space since it has a pretty large footprint, but it's been more than fine without one.

u/corobo · 2 pointsr/Shaboozey

I believe it's this one but it looks like it's not in stock on Amazon anymore. Hopefully the name will help your search though!

https://www.amazon.com/Samson-C01U-Recording-Podcasting-Microphone/dp/B000H4MZU2

As for the individual products you can get the Samson C01U separate. It's a decent starter mic, only reason I replaced it was to upgrade to mics with XLR. Do note it's a condenser mic though, they're quite sensitive to background noise. If you're looking to record anywhere with ambient noise you might be better off looking at a dynamic mic

u/ToasteaBoi · 2 pointsr/letsplay

This is what I use:
Rode NT1KIT Cardioid Condenser Microphone Package https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GGGQK56/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7l5XDbZC65NET

u/Diamondandy · 2 pointsr/Twitch

I have the Rode NT1-Kit which is an XLR mic, and that pics up a lot of the sound around me (When I have my headphones on I can hear the washing machine which is about 10-15 metres away and through multiple doors.

Get the Blue Yeti and configure a noise gate to not pick up everything (Have to be above a certain loudness before the mic activates on OBS).

u/drewlinskii · 2 pointsr/Twitch

I've got this Excelvan® BM-800. Pretty good quality, especially for commentaries, but it does have some annoying background noise when I stream, but that can be canceled out with gameplay and/or music.

In all honesty, I'd just go with a Blue Snowball if you can put in the extra $20

u/TheDCHeck · 2 pointsr/WeAreTheMusicMakers

Garageband is perfectly acceptable if you acknowledge its limitations. If you're just recording vocals and using backtracks it should be fine for a while.


If you're looking for microphones I would stray away from USB microphones. Its almost always better to get a cheap interface and a cheap microphone than it is to get a mid range USB.


You could purchase a focusrite solo and an MXL 990 on ebay for under $100 (as long as you get lucky with auctions), which are two fantastic beginner/hobbyist devices.

I've even heard some decent things about this dirt cheap Neewer.

u/robots914 · 2 pointsr/WeAreTheMusicMakers

I don't sing, however I watched a youtube video that reviewed this super cheap mic and made it look pretty damn good for the price. It obviously won't stack up to a nice mic, but it looks like it'd get the job done if you wanted to record some vocals on a budget and didn't mind doing some post-processing afterwards.

u/doctrineofthenight · 2 pointsr/MusicBattlestations

I'm not sure if he's talking about a different mic or just made a type-o but I keep hearing great things about this mic for the money. You can look up a mic comparison done by Andrew Huang on youtube that shows how great this little thing sounds on vocals for only 20$

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Recording-Microphone/dp/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=as_sl_pc_qf_sp_asin_til?tag=andrhuan01-20&linkCode=w00&linkId=464c7c6be0c095f9f4cb3831b5aac603&creativeASIN=B00XBQ8UGG

u/Drakowicz · 2 pointsr/pcgaming

Don't expect anything else than crap for 5 bucks.

I need a decent mic and i'm a broke cheap fuck as well, and i've been told that the NW800 was the mic i needed. https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Recording-Microphone/dp/B00XBQ8UGG

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u/movie-editor · 2 pointsr/WeAreTheMusicMakers

Actually, an affordable USB condenser microphone is all you need.

For example this one. I have Samson Go which is even more portable.

You can plug it to your laptop (or even smartphone) and use free Audacity software to record and edit your song.

Please don't hesitate to ask anything. I wish you and your old man the best of luck!

u/D00G3Y · 2 pointsr/buildapcsales

I think if you're all facing the mic it would work very well. It is a budget mic and it does have good sound quality. For podcasting tho I am going with a different mic the Neewer NW-800 it's probably as good as the blue but isn't USB. My issue with the snowball is range but if you're using it for conference calls you can just adjust the gain.

u/Keyster420 · 2 pointsr/NewTubers

Wow! I'm really surprised that you don't have more subscribers. You were really entertaining and funny through the video. If I was to critique anything is that you should do more videos like this on your channel and maybe look at the camera a bit more.

You just earned a new subscriber😎

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1500864731&sr=8-12&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=mic

My brother uses this mic and it works really good.

u/timeforariskywhisky · 2 pointsr/HardwareSwapUK

This one - under £30, brand new, boom arm included. I've been using mine for about a year and it's been great, especially paired up with Voicemeeter Banana!

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable-Suspension/dp/B00XOXRTX6


Though it plugs into mic jack, not USB!

u/ponchato · 2 pointsr/buildapcsales

This one is $15 cheaper and of known good quality: Neewer NW 700

It's the one I use on my YouTube channel and since I got a proper XLR mixer, nobody has complained about the quality.

What I'm saying is, cheap doesn't always mean low quality.

u/MisterKpak · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Please, for the love of god, don't get a yeti. They are so overhyped.

Look into the Samson Meteor Mic. I used it to make a few radio commercials. For a pop filter, check this out. Finally for the arm, take a look at this

This is the setup i used until...yesterday when i got some pricier gear. But it works very well.

If youre looking for sound quality, these items should leave about 50 left in your budget. Consider getting REAPER, a professional quality DAW. Allows you to add equalizers and compressors and just sounds a million times better than audacity.

Credibility: Chief Engineer and former production director at WNYO 88.9FM in Oswego NY

u/palciii · 2 pointsr/microphones

[Microphone from amazon.de for max 4o€ - Chat in games]
I am no streamer or anything, I just want good audio when I play with my friends.
I like this kit: https://www.amazon.de/nw-700-Professional-Rundfunk-Aufnahme-Kondensator-nw-35-verstellbar/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495917281&sr=8-1&keywords=neewer+nw-700
Another possible solution is https://www.amazon.de/Blue-Microphone-Snowball-ICE-Mikrofon/dp/B006DIA77E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495917317&sr=8-1&keywords=blue+snowball
but it is over my price and without any kind of stand which can cause recording of background noise or my mechanical keyboard.
I will connect that mic into Realtek® ALC1150 sound codec.

u/PowDrumDad · 2 pointsr/Minecraft

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6

I bought 2 of these bundles. One has great sounds connected to the newer computer while the older computer has sufficient sound. The stand is great.

u/TwinMonkeys · 2 pointsr/nfl

Amazon: I am conflicted

On one hand, you're an evil corporation who abuses your employees

On the other hand, I got this neat gadget for a decent price and fast shipping

It is hard to say how I feel

u/ten_vrah · 2 pointsr/Gifts

Edit: I added links to Amazon products that are pretty nice and fit into your budget, if none of these work or you wanted advice on finding similar ones on slightly cheaper budgets just let me know and I'd love to help out!

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I realize some people like them, and I mean no disrespect to u/MNLegoBoy but please do not get him a steam controller. I own one and me and everyone I've ever known who used one absolutely hated it.

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If he only has one monitor in his setup I would highly suggest getting him a decent second monitor to have discord, youtube, or whatever else he wants up while he plays. It can be really helpful and never hurts to have.

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If that doesn't work, you know about his setup...

and he uses a headset with a built-in mic I would suggest getting him this microphone and this interface. Even though they're cheap they're more than good enough and make people feel more legit because they're more like a streamer setup.

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and he really likes his headphones/has really nice headphones but doesn't have a headphone stand or mount for him to keep his headphones on and keep his desk organized.

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and he's into fighting games or older arcade games you could get him a fighting stick (be careful on this one, if he doesn't have room or likes using his KBM I wouldn't suggest it. It might also help to get one on a higher budget.)

u/wolfcry0 · 2 pointsr/audio

I'm pretty happy with my setup, I use this mic with a Behringer UMC204HD.

Compared to my modmic headset setup I had before it's much clearer and has way less background hiss/noise. I have it set up about 3" from my mouth typically.

The downside is that it doesn't move, so I can't move around quite as much while talking but that's not a big deal.

u/FallenTF · 2 pointsr/letsplay

This is the usual price for these no-name condenser mics (even though it may be on "sale"), being slightly cheaper than the Neewer NW-700 with boom arm.

Like /u/AlanDavison said, I wouldn't trust plugging any of these mics into a 48v power source unless they specifically mention it.

u/ScouseLite · 2 pointsr/mixer

Generally speaking, the more software you use, the more things can mess up when trying to link them into OBS. I personally never recommend software mixers just as they have a nasty habit of screwing up when live.

One thing I can't stress enough when it comes to audio, don't go too cheap! Fundamentally, you do have to spend a little bit to get a setup that works. An entry level audio setup will still set you back around $100.

For entry setups I'd recommend looking at the Neewer kits on Amazon. They do need a phantom power source too, yet they're still better than using a basic headset mic. From there, with them being all XLR based, you can use essentially any usb mixer you want. Behringer have a huge range of these with USB output to hook them into PC, starting around $40 too.

u/KaosC57 · 2 pointsr/headphones

Personally, I wouldn't bother with a Modmic 5. My recommendation is going with a Neewer NW-700 Kit with an Arm and Filter, an XLR to XLR cable, and a Behringer Uphoria UM-2 Audio Interface. Plug the Neewer Mic in through XLR to the UM-2, and plug your 598's in with the large jack (1/4" IIRC) and plug the UM-2 in through USB. You get a knob to adjust gain on the Mic and the Headphones, and it's all managed through USB!

Links to things:

Microphone Kit

Behringer Interface

XLR to XLR Cable

u/Tuskony_on_Twitch · 2 pointsr/Twitch

I have a neewer 700. It was like $30 on sale including the mic, stand, shock mount, etc.

With a little bit of audio software it sounds really good for it's price.

https://www.amazon.ca/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=sr_1_1/146-4303790-9839742?ie=UTF8&qid=1521353162&sr=8-1&keywords=neewer+700

Check out some of my vods to get an idea of the audio quality.

For the price I can't say enough about this mic.

u/Edolas_Meh · 2 pointsr/audioengineering

Hello everyone,
I've spent around $70 to create a starter microphone kit
https://www.amazon.com/BEHRINGER-Audio-Interface-1-Channel-UM2/dp/B00EK1OTZC/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=behringer&qid=1556586996&s=gateway&sr=8-5
and
https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=nw+700&qid=1556587015&s=gateway&sr=8-1
Although obviously it isn't top quality, I feel that it is fine for what I will do (streaming, podcasts).
I've set everything up but I have ran into a couple problems. When I download drivers for the Behringer audio interface, although I have everything plugged in I keep getting "Timeout 0x0005 error". I switch to Asio4All and I download it but I cannot access the hub as it doesn't access. Any help?

u/alexconte · 2 pointsr/Filmmakers

Hi wailord40

First of all thank you for your reply.

I was going to later ask for tips on lighting and sound. That would defientely be my follow up question. I just want to figure out the cameras as they have been the most complicating ones. As you understand this is an extremely low-budget project so I was thinking of two main options:

  1. One option would be these mics from neewer.
  2. Second one would be lumiere mics either wired or wireless depending on the budget again.

    I have a massive lack of understanding how sound works (technical aspect) so any connectivity issues, sound cards etc. I would have to rely on the knowledge of a couple of friends (music producers) that are willing to help.

    Would you have any thoughts even if that would be regarding the audio aspect of the setup?

    edit: I don't worry about the mics/cables to be shown in camera. It can definetely have a podcast-y vibe.
u/GODDZILLA24 · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

(For tl;dr just look at the parts in bold)

I'm not the first nor will I be the last person to say this, but pretty much every brand is gonna be on this list. Personally, I've never had a large issue with any brand, nothing of the caliber to make me not buy from them again.

I feel that you should avoid certain products or product lines. Here are some things that I avoid/know of, for your consideration:

  1. Gaming headsets are nearly always garbage. Get yourself a nice pair of headphones, and a separate microphone. Here's my setup. I use the products right below. They're all fantastic, I've been using them all since last summer, and am happy to answer any questions about them. I also know some good alternatives.
  1. In general, a cheaper product is more likely to be lesser quality. I know, this isn't true for every single product, but that's why you should always do your research on something before purchasing it, no matter what it is (tip for being a smart consumer).
  • Example: Corsair's cheaper line of power supplies, the CX line, is of lower quality than their RX series. I've used both, and have had issues with neither, however I have heard of people having issues with the older CX series (it was revised, I think in 2015?). The RX series is more expensive than the CX series, but has higher quality components, and a higher effciency rating. Do your research.

  1. Since it is the most controversial brand on the list: Razer is a very hit and miss company. I have had 3 of their mice: The Deathadder Chroma, the Lancehead, and currently the Basilisk. I loved the Deathadder, but I decided to upgrade when the Lancehead came out, after trying it at Best Buy (the wireless version). Ended up not liking the Lancehead after 6 months, it didn't fit my grip well (and wireless version has a more "premium" material that's super sleek, looks nice, but isn't grippy enough for my taste (their usual material is better). So I ordered the Basilisk off of their website right when it was released (October 2017), after doing a fair amount of research, and I love it. No issues with the mouse so far. The software used to control it, Razer Synapse 3.0, is still in development, so it's pretty broken right now (it's shit currently, forgets my profiles from time to time, but I only change sensitivity so it's not a big deal), however it doesn't look like gamery trash like 2.0 did, so it's an improvement. I also had an OG Black Widow with Cherry MX browns that I found at Goodwill - worked good as new, ended up selling it to a friend, he still has it, it still works - I think it's about 6 years old now. tl;dr not everything Razer makes is shit.



    The 1TB Western Digital Blue HDD is probably the most popular component that I have never heard critizism for.
u/MarsSpaceship · 1 pointr/mac

these professional mics use a power supply, 48 Volts, that are provided by the amplifier in most cases. Cardioid microphones are those used in professional studios, specially suited to enhance the full depth of a voice. You put one of these mics on a quiet room and start recording and you get ZERO noise. No noise. Kaput, nada, niet. No need to noise reducer. Listen to something recorded with this and you will be blown away 10 miles.

Look at this mic: http://www.amazon.com/Studio-Projects-B1-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B0006AZN4W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1317443908&sr=8-1

this is a cardiod microphone, just like the one I have. The voice is pure as hell and it costs about 100 bucks, but as I said, you need something like the converter I told you, that will provide power supply and convert the sound to digital and works like a silk on a mac.

Read more about it here: http://www.soundonsound.com/sos/jun05/articles/studioprojectsb1.htm

u/h2ogie · 1 pointr/GlobalOffensive

I had no idea what kind of mic could be described as a dildo, so for anyone else curious, it's just your average shotgun mic.

Since those tend to be pricy, a viable alternative would be something like the Blue Microphones Yeti or the Snowball.

Regarding shotguns, this one seems to be the best option within a reasonable price point, but the others will give a much richer sound to your voice as they have a frequency range that extends to 20 versus the shotgun's 90. Additionally, the shotgun is a condenser that requires a Phantom power line, typically from an audio interface (I don't trust much in the way of XLR to USB), which is an additional step/cost/complication.

u/BurntGlory · 1 pointr/audiophile

Quick question for all of you audio guys out there! I am wanting to do some amateur recording. I intend to buy the Panasonic G7. (Mirrorless camera) Would it be better for me to record directly into an audio interface then sync my video/audio when I edit the video, or would it be better for me to record into a digital recorder that's connected to my camera? I would be using this mic.

My main concerns were issues with syncing audio and video post production (if I recorded into the interface) I imagine this method would sound better, but would the audio sync well?

Thanks for the advice!

u/Stahl_Konig · 1 pointr/DMAcademy

If I were in your shoes....

While you can get a mixer with fewer channels, I recommend getting a mixer with at least eight XLR microphone inputs - as you might, in the future, expand the number of gamers at your table.

This is the board we use: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I0Q8LIO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_Zd5vk3i6OxmYg

Then there are a plethora of shotgun microphones available on Amazon as well. The can be hidden and do a pretty good job limiting ancillary noise.

These are the microphones we now use: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BQ79W0?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

(Other thoughts....

I tried USB microphones but had inconsistent sync issues in OBS.

The board we use has a USB 2.0 out and originally we used that to send audio to the OBS computer. Now we dual channel XLR out to a Shure converter to USB 3.1. The audio quality is more consistent and better - but we are always tweaking it....

In addition, we originally used cardiod lavelier microphones. However, they were inconvenient at the table and picked up way to much ancillary noise.

Obviously there are many other knickknacks you will need, and it would take forever to cover them....)

In my humble opinion, the biggest challenge that you are going to have is getting consistently good quality audio in you budget.... You might burn through $300 pretty quick....

Good luck!

Oh, here is our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/7SidedDie/ Please subscribe. 😀

u/omnid3vil · 1 pointr/Filmmakers

I think others have said it, but your best bet is to forget about the camera and start with what you have. Even cheap phones work well enough for youtube as long as you can pump enough light into them. You are better off concentrating on the rest of your kit first.

Audio is the most important part of your video. Nothing will make someone skip your videos faster than having terrible audio quality, especially if you are wanting to do ASMR and mukbangs. If you are going to blow your budget somewhere I recommend going big on your audio. For starter mics I recommend the Audio-Technica AT875R. It is a killer mic and the best bang for the buck mic I have found so far. You will need a recorder, but to save money starting out you can record directly to your computer using a cheap phantom to usb adapter and Audacity.

https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT875R-Gradient-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B000BQ79W0/

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-1-Channel-Microphone-Condenser-Recording/dp/B076WF7DSP/

The other thing you will need starting out is light. Your footage is going to look terrible if you just record with available light inside. There are alot of cheap led lights out there but for the most bang for the buck I recommend going the DIY route. A pack of high cri led bulbs is cheap and will give you more light than any similarly priced panel will. You will need a trip to a home improvement store for a fixture and extension cord. I think FilmRiot has a tutorial on this setup, and you can even build a dimmer into the cord for about $10 more. Then you can diffuse the light through a frosted shower curtain for great soft light.

https://www.amazon.com/TORCHSTAR-Dimmable-Equivalent-1600lm-Daylight/dp/B07JMP9K7W/

https://www.amazon.com/Nuvo-SF77-193-Polished-24-Inch/dp/B01F4DSYDM/

https://www.amazon.com/Woods-General-Purpose-Extension-Black/dp/B000KKJUHE/

https://www.amazon.com/GE-Dimmer-Rotate-Almond-18020/dp/B002DNG3EE/

https://www.amazon.com/Hubbell-5320-2-Weatherproof-inches-Bronze/dp/B000BW3EK0/

The last thing you will need is a tripod for your phone. You aren't shooting anything that really needs or would benefit too much from alot of movement, so a gimbal or steadicam is just overkill and unnecessary. There are a million tripods out there, but for the sake of consistency I will link to one I found.

https://www.amazon.com/Acuvar-Aluminum-Universal-Smartphone-Smartphones/dp/B00SHJPMEU/

So there's the kit I would put together if I was starting out again. It will give you a great foundation to grow from and when the budget appears for a better camera it will still help you out (I still use my DIY lights in my home studio even now that I have a trunk full of much better lights). I'm not sure what you have lying around to make this cheaper, but by my rough maths you are looking at about $350 USD for everything on my list, and you could probably hunt around and get it even cheaper.

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As to editors, I recommend ponying up the bucks for Adobe. It's a little expensive, but it's better to spend a little now rather than spend the time learning a cheap or free NLE and then having to relearn Adobe down the road if you decide to up your game. If you absolutely don't have the budget both Hitfilm's and Davinci have a free version that is pretty solid.

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edit: forgot to mention software.

u/shadowCloudrift · 1 pointr/AudioPost

Thank you. At the very least, I won't have to worry about taping a lavalier under my clothes are having it visibly clipped on.

Would this be a decent shotgun mic without breaking the bank?
https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT875R-Gradient-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B000BQ79W0/

u/Fafoah · 1 pointr/Filmmakers

I went with the AT875r because it lacked the gain issues that the NTG-2 had, but was still pretty affordable. I mostly shoot indoors and that influenced my decision as well. I've been pretty satisfied with it so far, but it is only powered through phantom so I reccommend buying a pack of high capacity rechargeable AAs for your H4n and having spares on you at all times.

u/86e40g91 · 1 pointr/audioengineering

Thanks for the suggestion! One problem is I have an A/C unit right behind my desk. This may be overkill, but would some kind of shotgun mic be a better option? Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT875R-Gradient-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B000BQ79W0/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1500701809&sr=8-9&keywords=shotgun+microphone#customerReviews

u/cr0ft · 1 pointr/AskTechnology

Look for "shotgun" or unidirectional microphones. They're designed to be pointed at a source some distance away and pick up sounds from there rather than uniformly around you. Of course that isn't all that discreet, they need to be built in a specific form factor to work as required. Then again, why be discreet? Flaunt your nerdiness and your dedication to picking up what your teacher is teaching. ;)

Something like http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT875R-Short-Shotgun-Microphone/dp/B000BQ79W0 with appropriate cabling and something to record to perhaps.

u/FlyingLRSolo · 1 pointr/audioengineering

It's the microphone question again.


I'm currently running a cheap BM-800 into a Behringer Q802USB to my computer, and I'd like to replace the microphone with something that will give me a bassier and warmer sound.


I will be recording mostly male voices, doing voiceover or audiobook recording in a non-soundproofed environment- I've been looking at shotgun microphones to cut out some of the floor noise from the environment.


My budget would be around $300-400 USD. I've looked at:


Azden SMX-30


Rode NTG4+


Sennheiser MKE 600


AT875R


But wanted some other opinions before jumping the gun.

u/k-murder · 1 pointr/podcasting

YouTube has some good stuff on shotgun mics. Unfortunately shotgun mics don’t have a good cheap option like dynamic mics have. Good ones are expensive They also take quite a bit of skill/knowledge to get them sounding good.

Maybe something like 2 or 3 of these.
Audio-Technica AT875R

u/averynicehat · 1 pointr/videography

I like the DR 60D - it's good, great price (comes with syncing software Plural Eyes as well), mounts under the camera, etc. It uses batteries somewhat quickly so buy two sets of rechargeable AA's.

Paired with the Audio Technica ATR875R http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQ79W0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1, it works really well.

If you're going to film indoors, I'd suggest getting some faster glass. The 50mm f1.8 you have is great for that, but a little tight. I liked my Sigma 17-50 f2.8 for a multipurpose semi-fast lens.

Buy some lighting equipment!

u/brunerww · 1 pointr/videography

I agree with this 100%. Assuming you want your mic on top of the camera, add a [$155 Audio Technica AT-875r short shotgun] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQ79W0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000BQ79W0&linkCode=as2&tag=battleforthew-20) (plus a [$15 shock mount] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004YGMOSC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004YGMOSC&linkCode=as2&tag=battleforthew-20), a [$27 Sescom LN2MIC-TASDR100] (http://www.adorama.com/SELN2TSDR100.html?KBID=66297) to link the recorder to the camera and a short [$7 Hosa XLR to XLR cable] (http://www.adorama.com/HOXFF1015.html?KBID=66297) to connect the mic to the recorder) and you'll be in business.

Hope this is helpful,

Bill

u/orangebeard_JP · 1 pointr/Filmmakers

I agree 100%. If you wanted to add a second boom mic (one on camera and one off) I like the Audio-Technica AT875R. The Rode for off camera and the AT for on camera (it's under 7 inches).

u/thisisnotarealperson · 1 pointr/acting

Here are links to the stuff I got; you don't have to get exactly these things of course, and I'm pretty sure the mic and recorder were cheaper when I got them.

Mic: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQ79W0?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

Recorder: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005NACC6M?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

XLR cable to connect the two: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002GML68?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

Mic stand to act as boom: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000978D58?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

The recorder writes to an SD card. I learned the hard way that you want to get one of the fast high-performance cards rather than the standard cheap thing that comes with the device. Otherwise the data comes in faster than the card can record and it just stops halfway through. When you're a one-man crew like me and you can't sit there and watch the recorder to make sure everything's going fine, it really sucks to cut and then see the audio stopped two minutes ago. Same goes for the camera, get a high-performance card.

The main drawback to using the mic stand instead of having someone hold the boom is that you can't really move in the scene. Otherwise you hear the actor's voice get louder as they approach the mic. A lav mic would solve that problem; I've never used them so I have no experience there at all.

Oh, and I have a T3i as well, I've been really happy with it. Here's an episode of my webseries I shot with all this stuff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=By5LflOE1gI

u/agentc0re · 1 pointr/letsplay
u/[deleted] · 1 pointr/WTF

It was this mic. It's an entry-level mic but picks up just fine. I had to build a sound room just to use it because I wasn't used to mics that could pick up the sound of the air moving around it.

u/fridaynightarcade · 1 pointr/letsplay

I have fallen in love with the Shure PG42 USB microphone. It's discontinued, but you can find it on eBay or Amazon UK.

It has a few noise reduction toggles that help reduce breaths and clicks. Example.

u/Dead_Zed · 1 pointr/jacksepticeye

IIRC Last time he said it was a Shure PG42-USB. Sadly they are no longer made. Closest replacement I could find is Shure PG27-USB.

u/finitemike · 1 pointr/HeadphoneAdvice

Topping D30 doesn't work with a boompro. You would need an AMP/DAC combo unit that has headphone out and MIC in, or you will get buzzing issues.


If imaging accuracy is your goal, I find the AKG 712 Pro to be damn near cheating, even better than my DT 770. My HD 800 crush it in sound stage width of course, but the imaging is actually fairly close between the two in games like PUBG, Battlefield 4, and Apex legends. Not bad for a $270 headphone! That leaves you in a tough spot if you want a boom mic. You COULD get an in-line mic like this:


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NXY5H9L/?coliid=I24BOF07FMCL76&colid=KE3MOM1DD6I5&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it


But your voice will sound thin and you would have to use push to talk so the mic doesn't pick up keyboard/room noise.


Best is to get a nicer USB mic and mount it on a boom-mic streamer-style. Something like this can get you started cheap:


https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Microphone-Suspension-Broadcasting-Recording/dp/B07DKB68DL/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=USB+mic&qid=1565999441&s=electronics&sr=1-5


Or you could go ALL THE WAY to the top with a Rode NT-1


https://www.amazon.com/Rode-NT1KIT-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B00GGGQK56/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Rode+NT-1&qid=1565999578&s=electronics&sr=1-3

u/5tarme · 1 pointr/makinghiphop

I didn't see this post up here. This guy wrote what I was going to say. The 2i2 interface is excellent and is what I use. I have this mic https://www.amazon.com/Rode-NT1KIT-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B00GGGQK56

If you want a good example of what this interface and a condenser mic is capable of here https://soundcloud.com/user-420962322/01-flex

u/AlanDavison · 1 pointr/letsplay

I was going to with those being my preference, but if condensers are yours, no worries there! My recommendations are purely going to be in the XLR domain, mind you.

Personally, I'd go for something like the Blue Spark or SE X1 on the lower end of the scale, similar in price to the 2035.

If your budget could stretch to include the Rode NT1 (note very specifically the black NT1, not the silver-ish NT1-A), that would 100% get my recommendation as the best "mainstream" condenser you'll ever own under $700 or so.

u/toucan38 · 1 pointr/audioengineering

Im looking to upgrade my audio into a xlr setup from a usb mic. I broadcast on Twitch (live streaming service) and I have some questions about what equipment would be best for my application.

For my mic, I was going to purchase the Rode NT1
Is a condensor mic best for what I'll be doing? (Disclaimer: I yell a lot)

I was going to purchase the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2
Is it worth it to purchase this two channel audio interface, or should I buy the single input version for a cheaper price? I'm only going to be using a single mic, but I read that the quality of the 2i2 build is a bit better.

My final question is on whether or not I should purchase a Compressor/Gate to reduce clipping when I yell, or is it possible or to compress my audio with a software program? Trying to see if dropping the money on the compressor would be worth it. This is the compressor/gate I was looking at: DBX 266xs

Thanks ahead of time! I really do appreciate your help! :)

u/SillyBilly-- · 1 pointr/makinghiphop

Man am I glad you commented on this post. I'd just like to take a minute and thank you because without you I would've been fucked over and either have to drive 25 miles to my "local" music shop or wait another week for those cables to come in.

I bought one of those sound shields, actually I'll link you to these couple of things I bought. I'm wondering if you've got any clue if these will fit together? I feel like if I put the sound shield and the mic on the stand it might be a little wobbly. Just speculating tho.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GGGQK56/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BPBKQ9C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01C05AL74/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Also, I bought this headphone adapter. It was the only one I saw when I searched it on Amazon... this is what you're talking about right?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073NYPYVR/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/lawriejaffa · 1 pointr/NoSleepOOC

Thanks man I'll check out your stories! Mic wise I'm using a RØDE NT1KIT and I edit with adobe audition / izotope noise reduction BUT I reckon my recording room is too reverb-ish?

u/muwimax · 1 pointr/microphones

Hi folks,

I want to start streaming so I am in the market for a decent microphone. I narrowed down my options according to my budget (which isnt much, so I cant pick up the go to recomendation Blue Yeti). Also I want to state that I DO HAVE an audio interface (m-audio fast track). Ok here are my options,

  1. Floureon BM-800 (56$) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KPKCJ2G/ref=od_aui_slice_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

  2. Excelvan BM-800 (46$) https://www.amazon.com/Excelvan-BM-800-Condenser-Microphone-Recording/dp/B00K72ENKE/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1479243474&sr=8-16&keywords=bm+700

  3. Neewer NW-700 (32$) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XJF5DMI/ref=dp_cerb_3?th=1

    Prices are shipping and tax included for my country.

    First I ordered the Floureon BM-800 but then I found the Excelvan for 10 bucks cheaper and canceled my order, and now I found the Neewer one for even cheaper. Iwatched some reviews about all of them and it seems like they are not that much different. Also it seems like they all have the same internal components and only the branding is different. So I am really inclined towards the cheapest of them all.

    What are your thoughts?
u/morris_ventus · 1 pointr/Twitch

I read your other comment to similar question. How is AKG P220?
On Amazon I see

https://www.amazon.com/AKG-Perception-Professional-Studio-Microphone/dp/B00167UQLO

https://www.amazon.com/AKG-P220-Vocal-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B00M9CUJ6W/ref=dp_ob_title_ce

Two different types.

I already do have AKG K712 pro headset, so I do like AKG products. But yeah.

u/tunalemon · 1 pointr/ableton

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00M9CUJ6W?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

I didn't really have this problem when I used Logic

u/Jenova_7 · 1 pointr/cringe

Agreed, you would think the audio came from the camera itself with all that noise. However, I know that mic he's using, and it's indeed a very cheap, noisy condenser microphone that you can get for $20 - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00X9OM9AI

u/CarWashKid9 · 1 pointr/audiophile

After doing a little bit of research I have come up with the Neewer NW 800 microphone to be the best for my budget.

My budget is to stay under or around $40 USD

I'm am using this microphone mainly for gaming and skype calling.

My main concern with this mic is will it pick up the sound of my keyboard, a CM Storm Ultimate mechanical with brown switches. I plan on having the mic sit about a half foot away from the keyboard (next to my mouth obviously.)

I would appreciate any advice, additional equipment I would need with this mic, or a completely different mic suggestion.

u/Ignited22 · 1 pointr/NewTubers

I think you have some great energy and a good plan to move forward. I would recommend a better mic. Something like This works amazing and gives you the ability to edit your audio as well. Other then that..keep it up! #Roadto100Subs

u/Deranged40 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-NW-800-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone/dp/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469729980&sr=8-1

Here's another mic. It requires a phantom power supply which is gonna be almost the same amount. It's stretching the budget.

u/MyYummyPancake · 1 pointr/microphones

I am looking for a microphone set-up for my desktop computer. I go on Amazon (Prime Day, mind you). And I kept getting directed to a [Neewer] (https://www.amazon.ca/NW-800-Professional-Broadcasting-Recording-Microphone/dp/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1468375490&sr=8-9&keywords=microphone) microphone and an Ohuhu one. Reviewers of both of these products recommend heavily using it with phantom power.
What is phantom power and is it necessary?
I will also be looking to get a desk stand/clamp. any suggestions?
*are there any better products I should be looking into? I'm limiting my budget to around the $50 CAD range.

u/SNOWYtheYETI · 1 pointr/microphones

Okay so been looking to get a good mic for my gaming videos on YouTube, quality is what I aim for so been looking for a good microphone. What's the difference between these two? https://www.amazon.co.uk/Neewer-NW-800-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone/dp/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1469956081&sr=8-2&keywords=neewer+mic https://www.amazon.co.uk/Neewer-Professional-Condenser-Microphone-Butterfly/dp/B01DXXSJ1M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469956189&sr=8-1&keywords=neewer+300e Also I was gonna buy the 300e but a lot of people say you need a power supply for it to make it sound better like a Phantom. Would you also need a power supply for something more expensive like a Blue Yeti? I'm basically looking for a cheap Mic that in total will cost me about £40 but im unsure which need power supplies and what is the difference between USB and non USB ones?

u/Leggo414 · 1 pointr/buildapc

Your build looks good, I have this microphone, it certainly isnt like "studio quality" or whatever, but when I listen to it, it sounds pretty clear to me: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1GCIUWFSUP4IL&coliid=IQN9IPW6H9MR9&psc=1

u/AlduinDoesGaming · 1 pointr/letsplay

My current microphone is a Neewer NW-800 with a pop filter, stand, power supply, & shock mount. In total, around 100 dollars (excluding shipping and the wire/adapter)
Microphone,
Boom Arm,
Pop Filter,
Power Supply,
I got mine for around 65 because the mic was on sale, so I would wait until it goes on sale again to be a bit more affordable.

PS: If you want to connect this mic to the PS4, I recommend these two:
Wire, Adapter

Yes, your specs are good enough for an LP series. I agree with Pyroraptor (Audacity, OBS Studio/Standard OBS, Gimp, I use Lightworks, but you could use HitFilm. The webcam seems pretty nice. Just remember that the Neweer is a condenser mic, meaning it will pick up almost anything, so it would be a good idea to either remove any potential background noise in Audacity or use a noise removal program. I would focus on the mic and software first, webcam later. Hope this helps! -Alduin

u/Silversean · 1 pointr/letsplay

Neewer mic for $30: Neewer® NW-800 Professional Studio Broadcasting & Recording Microphone Set Including (1)NW-800 Professional Condenser Microphone + (1)Microphone Shock Mount + (1)Ball-type Anti-wind Foam Cap + (1)Microphone Power Cable (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_MSU4wb8Q68WZX



$40 off of Blue Yeti: Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone - Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002VA464S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_QTU4wbFARNVKR


However, editing your audio will almost always fix any problems you have and make it sound 10x better. I use audacity to record and edit my audio and it's free.

u/Narvarth · 1 pointr/france

Perso j'ai fait quelques montages parlant du jeu vidéo sous Linux, et ça m'a rien coûté en argent. Par contre en temps c'est une autre histoire...

​

J'ai un micro Neewer NW800 (18€) et une petite table de mixage Neewer NW02-1A (35€), qui fait office de préampli et d'adaptation d'impédance avec un anti pop (3€). Franchement, c'est très correct vu le prix (enfin, à en juger par ma voix dans les vidéos).

​

Pour les logiciels : Kdenlive pour le montage, Audacity pour l'audio (entre les vidéos 1 et 2, y'a de la compression audio), Gimp/Inkscape pour les images, logiciels libres/gratuits, donc pas d'investissement là dessus.

u/Aksen · 1 pointr/buildapcsales

I bought a cheap condenser that came with one of these xlr -> 3.5mm cables and it worked when plugged into a motherboard sound card. The signal was very, very low. When I plug it into a proper mic pre it gets a full volume signal.

The mic I'm talking about is this horrid thing.

So from that experience, I wouldn't be surprised if this aukey mic worked in the same way.

u/rtey31 · 1 pointr/hardwareswap

Neewer microphone goes for $20 on Amazon

u/Balgrin · 1 pointr/Twitch

I found this mic the other day: Neewer Condenser
http://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Recording-Microphone/dp/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1452211582&sr=8-4&keywords=neewer+condenser

For $25 you get a decent mic with a mini-jack output, and a shock mount, which you can put on a gorilla pod or a Mic-Arm (You can build one yourself out of lamp).

Its not a big investment, so you can try it out and see if you like it. Never used one myself

u/Sjrko · 1 pointr/audioengineering


Buying a condenser mic and want advice on a mixer [im clueless]


ive had my eyes set on a NW-800 condenser microphone but it says it needs 48v of phantom power. NW800
and i dont know if the mic will work with the mixer i chose wich is https://www.altoproaudio.com/products/zmx52
it says that the mixer provides only 18v of power Phantom power (Mic Pin2/Pin3 and Pin1): +18 V
will this work out good ? or should i look for another mixer with a 48v power?

u/thesneakywalrus · 1 pointr/audiophile

That's just a rebranded chinese microphone.

It can be found in a dozen colors, all with different logos printed on them, just search "studio microphone" on amazon and search from low to high.

May as well buy one there for $18.99.

I have one, it does need phantom power, so he'd definitely need a preamp.

u/Sirzento · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Is this enough to set up the mic? (German amazon)
MIC
and Phantom thing

Or do I need some more cables or something?

u/Badweathercolorado · 1 pointr/podcasts

8 snowballs?? How many people on your show? Those mics are meant to record a group. I wouldn't use one per person. Also, they are USB mics and aren't easy to connect more than one to a computer. The computer won't recognize that there is more than one connected.

If you want a dedicated mic per person, check out these:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492662052&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=bm+800&dpPl=1&dpID=513TvuH0TbL&ref=plSrch

That and a mixer.

Also, audacity is a great free DAW that you can use.

u/Eberhartsaur · 1 pointr/letsplay

My recording volume is maximized and currently using this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 My wife ordered a Blue Yeti for us to use, nad that will be here Thursday. I'm curious to know if that will fix the problem or not though.

u/maximumjim · 1 pointr/letsplay

My buddy bought a Neewer brand microphone for pretty cheap. It would well enough and is about $20.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1502818132&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=neewer+microphone&dpPl=1&dpID=513TvuH0TbL&ref=plSrch


Idk how to shorten links, but there's a great deal. Definitely better than a laptop mic, and great for starting out.

u/Rafiredog · 1 pointr/letsplay
u/TKEOP867 · 1 pointr/buildapc
u/WhatAboutCrank · 1 pointr/mixer

OK your best bet is to Buy a separate microphone, a mixer and headphones.

Gaming anything is just marketing you will end up paying a premium for something that you really don't need.

For first timers I would recommend a cheap XLR microphone into a cheap mixer. DO NOT GO WITH USB MICS or USB AUDIO INTERFACE.

If you buy a USB device that uses a regular windows generic driver. windows will muddle your audio. This is commonly known by advanced users.

Instead plug in your mic using your mixer to your mic jack on the back of your motherboard.

Here are some affordable but great mic/mixer combo you can even maybe get them on eBay for Hella cheap.

Neewer NW-700 Professional Studio https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_iDwIAb8DBK7RA

BEHRINGER XENYX 502 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000J5UEGQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_BFwIAbG6B1SAT

u/verybeasty1 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Here's the links


Neewer NW-700 Professional Studio Broadcasting Recording Condenser Microphone & NW-35 Adjustable Recording Microphone Suspension Scissor Arm Stand with Shock Mount and Mounting Clamp Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MFR.zbMV7D3WGNeewer 1-Channel 48V Phantom Power Supply with Adapter, BONUS+XLR 3 Pin Microphone Cable for Any Condenser Microphone Music Recording Equipment (8 feet) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014H8AWGC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hGR.zbE7XTJSP


Edit : here's an awesome pair of headphones, my dad has the lower end models and LOVES them.
AKG K 240 Semi-Open Studio Headphones https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001ARCFA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_KLR.zbXS4SYW2

u/NB_FF · 1 pointr/battlestations

The case is a NZXT Phantom


Inside I have:
Intel 4790K (stock atm, will OC later)
EVGA 980Ti
12GB RAM (4x2 + 2x2)
Some Soundblaster Card

For Monitors I have a QNIX 1440p at the center and two ViewSonic VX2433wms

For audio-out I have:
A pair of Fostex T50RPs
Some Yamaha receiver that I got from my Dad connected to some $15 Panasonic speakers I picked up from GoodWill years ago
A pair of V-MODA Crossfade M-100 that I picked up for $125

For audio-in I have:
A Neewer NW-700
A Behringer 302USB (This allows me to use arbitrary inputs for audio, which can be fun)

For 'general' IO I have:
Logitech G710+ with MX Cherry Browns
Logitech G502 Proteus
Logitech Extreme 3D Pro
Logitech MOMO Racing Wheel with pedals
Mad Catz V.1 Joystick
Mad Catz 360 Controller


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Additionally:
I have a 2008 era Macbook running a headless version of Debian (it is missing it's screen/lid thing) acting as a bouncer for IRC, among other things
I have some computer that I put together from scraps to act as a router running pfSense

u/waffleninja777 · 1 pointr/buildapc

I'm building in a month or so, but I'm coming from a laptop where all the different systems are so simple and integrated. Can I use this as a microphone for general use? i.e. Discord, Skype, streaming?

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1465940180&sr=8-2&keywords=microphone

It's cheap and seems like a decent quality mic. The description says you can just power it from your computer as long as you don't need the extra phantom power supply for hardcore audio recording stuff. It's the same price or cheaper than a modmic, and seems to be of comparable/higher quality. Plus I just like the idea of having a discrete microphone. Thanks friends!

u/Routb3d · 1 pointr/Vive

Fantastic update! I just ordered a better mic from amazon. I hope it helps the audio quality.

u/the_krillep · 1 pointr/Twitch

This combined with an InnoGear Phantom Power Supply works really great as a starter kit. I bought it some weeks ago, and I was really surprised of the quality of the mic. To the price I thought it would be really horrible with all the other things that comes in the package, but it's really great. Works wonders especially if you have a good soundboard on your motherboard. The pop filter is really tricky to put on since it has a weird shape for it's clamp, so I bought this mudder pop filter and it fits perfectly on the mic. If you're on a budget or just don't want to go full ham with your blue yetis or other super fancy mics, then these items can be recommended for an aspiring streamer :)


But it's a really good guide you have made here, thank you! :D

Edit: the phantom power supply is from the uk, so you'll need a converter for it to work with your power outlet if you don't live in the uk. Else any other phantom power supply should work just as fine. There's not an XLR cable included in the kit, but they're pretty cheap and can be found in almost every electronics store or music department.

u/cswithian · 1 pointr/microphones

I'm a newly partnered twitch streamer and looking to produce YouTube content as well.

I was planning on getting a better quality mic for videos/streaming, and yesterday my headset mic broke so I figured now is the time.

I have a budget of <$150 CAD. What are the best options? I was looking at getting these two combined:

NW-700 KIT
UM2

Is there anything better? Should I look at something else? I was also considering waiting for a sale on something like the Blue Yeti but I've been told the quality would be better by getting these and it would be cheaper. Thanks for any help!

u/Doneuter · 1 pointr/letsplay

Hey McDaddy,

Great question!

I'm doing something similar and have some advice for you.


The big thing that you're going to be looking to invest in is Audio equipment. A phone can be used as a camera if you would like a facecam.


As far as audio goes, you're probably going to want to go with a Preamp and a condenser Mic. This will allow you to work from the preamp, and fine tune the audio before it even gets recorded in the computer.


  • A great and Affordable* preamp that I have used for a while can be found here: Behringer Xenyx Q902USB


    This Preamp simply plugs into a USB slot on your computer, then you plug in a mic, preferably with an XLR cable in order to be able to use the features of the Condenser Mic.


  • A good, and extremely cost effective condenser Mic w/ Vice Arm and Pop filter can be found here: Neewer NW-700


    This DOES NOT come with a straight XLR Cable, so you would need to buy one was well, but they run about $8-10


    IF that is not affordable enough (We're looking about the $120-150 range currently), you could go with a cheap USB Mic. Someone below suggested a Blue Yeti mic, which wile good quality, is honestly not necessary.


  • I suggest this mic, which is what I used before working with Condenser mics: Samson Go Mic


    Beyond this, the only other thing that I could think that you may need beyond a computer would be a capture card, but ONLY if you are recording from a console. Even then you most likely only absolutely need one to record from a Switch or something that is from a previous generation of consoles.


    With decent internet you can stream a PS4/XB1 straight to your PC using PS4 Remote Play App or the Xbox Console Companion App respectively, which you can record in OBS.


    Feel free to DM me if you have any questions!

    *Not exactly the most budget friendly, but it's a great value for what you can do with it.
u/KnightEffect23 · 1 pointr/VoiceActing

Personally, I got on the XLR train as fast as i could. IMO they are pretty much always better. although the price is usually the issue, my first XLR was very cheap and way better.

Microphone: https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=pd_bxgy_147_img_3/132-8551522-3088534?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00XOXRTX6&pd_rd_r=ed141de8-b4d7-4eda-b1b6-ca0a636b0872&pd_rd_w=m9VJW&pd_rd_wg=uNcJL&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=BAP768WACSRZJ8H29JET&psc=1&refRID=BAP768WACSRZJ8H29JET

Also you kind of need to get the Phantom power and Adapter that it recommends below the image of the mic. If youre not already aware, the phantom power is essentially a box that powers the microphone. The computer cant to it on its own so Phantom power is usually a must.

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u/PungentBallSweat · 1 pointr/battlestations

Nothing special. It's called a Neewer

u/nostradamefrus · 1 pointr/podcasting

TBD. We were honestly hoping to get a few episodes in the can before making any major investments, but that might be unavoidable. Here's what I'm looking at so far:

Mixer option 1

Mixer option 2

Mics

Audio out to laptop

XLR cables for phantom power

The mics each come with an XLR to 3.5mm cable which would be swapped out. I'm leaning more toward 4 mics and to have people share mics if we have additional guests. 4 is probably more realistic than 6.

u/funklahoma · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Depends on how you define medium price range.

I use this, this, and this. But you could use a $20 phantom power like this instead of the UM2. I just got that so I could record music as well.

u/DangerDavez · 1 pointr/bapcsalescanada

I'd recommend looking at this list: https://www.reddit.com/r/Zeos/comments/57ml11/guide_gaming_headphones_mics/

My recommendation for under 100 are the Philips SHP9500s.

If you're looking seriously into podcasting, this kit may be pretty nice to get into it:

https://www.amazon.ca/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1486951905&sr=8-2&keywords=neewer

Add in something like a focusrite scarlette or any decent audio interface and you're set. That boom arm is really nice for the price. I use it with a Neat Worker Bee condenser mic that I record guitar with and it's holding up well. The Neewer mic is not amazing but it's very, very good for the price and will definetly get the job done. If you ever get serious about it then you can upgrade to a good studio mic easily.

If you don't want to dish out for the interface then just get a snowball. It won't be amazing sound quality direct to USB but it'll do the job.

Hopefully this helps

u/the_spazmataz · 1 pointr/YouTube_startups

thank you so much for the response! I just started really making videos and was having issues initially with my mic being picked up in general (during gameplay,) so that is how I started doing commentaries. I just fixed that issue last night though, so I am not sure how I will proceed. Because I didn't plan to do commentaries at first, I record with a headset that has a mic on it, but that hasn't worked the best as you can see. It gets the job done though so I can't complain too much.

I record gameplay with shadowplay (Nvidia's software,) and then I edit everything with CyberLink's PowerDirector and AudioDirector. I have a friend who is helping me out as well as I continue to upload videos and do things, and he suggested getting a real desk mic to use (as it will reduce a lot of the issues that come from doing a voice over with a headset.) I'm looking at getting this: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_F72Lyb8AQPW3E - any thoughts on that?

I sincerely appreciate your response again, and I apologize for the extended reply. I hope you don't mind another response, but I figured I would explain how things are going and see if you had any more expert advice! haha :)

u/Lousy24 · 1 pointr/Twitch

How much of a budget are you looking for to spend on that Webcam? Because I can tell you right now, it probably doesn't exist. What you can do, and what I use on my Mac, is get a USB mixer, like this one, and a XLR microphone, like this one and an XLR male to XLR female, because that microphone comes with a XLR female to male 3.5mm jack only (and no it won't plug into your computer and work fine, it needs power provided by the mixer). This should run you less than $80. And it will work as a separate microphone from your webcam when you plug it into your Mac. On ElGato, choose the microphone input as USB Audio Codex when it's plugged in.

On the mixer, you have 2 channels: the XLR input, and a left and right channel through RCA inputs. There is also a left and right RCA out for speakers, and a 1/4" Jack out for headphones. There is also a USB assign to line, but you don't want to use that because it will make your computer audio go to the mixer and out the monitor and RCA outs, and you can not input at the same time to the computer. You can adjust your gain for the microphones separate from the line 2&3 RCA inputs, I keep mine a little more than halfway. And you can plug an extra audio source for music, like a phone or iPod, in through the RCA jacks (using an RCA male to 3.5mm male) and adjust that separately, and then you can boost the master output of both of those, I keep mine about 60-70%).

Edit: Or, I just thought of this. Get a usb sound card, the ones that are like $6 and have a 3.5mm jack for headphones and another for mic. Then, you can choose this as USB microphone in ElGato. But, I still think my first option gives you better quality and more control, and the benefit of adding that extra audio input through an outside source, at a reasonable price.

u/embluk · 1 pointr/kde

If I were to buy a microphone which could use the Line In Input, and used the solution you found with the first link you posted would this work? Such as if were to buy with the power supply: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable-Suspension/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1498592085&sr=8-3&keywords=microphone

u/strken · 1 pointr/france

J'ai besoin d'un casque pour PC parce que mon micro-casque HyperX va bientot rendre l'ame.

Je compte me prendre ce micro la https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00XOXRTX6/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=A3N9SH0QIH54R3&psc=1

Par contre pour ce qui est du casque j'hésite vachement, sachant que c'est un casque pour etre sur le PC, jouer a CS et mater des films.

Je me dis que prendre des ecouteurs intra pourrait etre une solution mais je sais pas si pour une utilisation prolongée, genre 8h de suite, si c'est convenable https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B0736SCQ4X/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=A1O57UV3VNZ2NY&psc=1

Sinon pour un casque bluetooth celui la a l'air pas mal du tout : https://www.amazon.de/Sennheiser-kabelloser-Over-Ear-Kopfh%C3%B6rer-Noise-Cancelling-mattschwarz-Schwarz/dp/B07CKT8Z57/ref=sr_1_3?s=ce-de&ie=UTF8&qid=1542980494&sr=1-3&keywords=sennheiser+hd+4.50

Donc j'hesite, sachant que c'est pour un usage plutot maison et que dans l'ideal je voudrais mettre 100€ max. Des idées?

u/IncredibleGeek · 1 pointr/Twitch

condenser mics are usually really good. xlr is best audio quality. I have a $30 one neweer nw-700 and alpha gaming shows good it can sound here. but you want $50 so TONOR Pro Condenser Microphone. hope this helps.

u/Son_Of_A_Teacher-Man · 1 pointr/youtubers

Yeah I mean you should be able to find short videos of the pictures I linked and cut like 0.3 seconds into your video in between scenes. Also, this is the mic I use, and it's damn near Blue Yeti quality (You'll need one of these in order to use it though). And there was a thread just a day or two ago on this subreddit that covers music. For CS GO videos, I think part of the humor is using some of the overused tracks, but that's just me.

I'd love to critique your video, but I think you're only allowed one review item per post. I'd be happy to comment on it once you've created a [Video Review] thread for it specifically.

u/darkninja165 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I got this condenser package and this power supply alongside my headphones.

I looked at mod mics but overall I'm much more happy that I got this package, the mic is surprisingly really high quality for the price and it comes with everything you need. Overall I would definitely recommend these two items over a mod mic, but I understand that some of that is just personal prefrence.

It also makes your setup look awesome :D

u/xXTonyManXx · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Bluetooth/desk microphone or whatever makes little or no difference in quality. From what I've experienced is that headset microphones (wired and wireless) tend to have lesser quality, both in sound and construction. Desktop microphones, on the other hand, are generally better in terms of quality and you can get that quality for a lower price.

I personally have a Neewer NW-700 which is a $40 desktop microphone. I also bought myself an auxiliary power unit for the microphone to make it louder and clearer, as most condenser microphones need. USB microphones do not have this issue. My sound is crystal clear. I also make YouTube videos, and here is one in which I am using the microphone. Skip to 59 minutes to get a good idea of how it sounds.

In my opinion desktop microphones are better but if you want to keep your current mic then go right ahead.

u/mightyprometheus · 1 pointr/Twitch

The neewer NW-700 seems like a steal. $50 for the mic, stand, shock mount, cables, and pop filter. Is it actually a decent mic? I'm currently just using one I have with a headset and I'm looking to upgrade to a dedicated headset and mic.

if I get a phantom power box, should I plug that box into my PC via USB or the dedicted MIC jack?

u/DecoOnTheInternet · 1 pointr/microphones

Hi, im looking to upgrade from my $0.50 lapel mic and wondering what people would recommend in a $100 Aud budget. The main use of this will be Voice com and i'd prefer for the different components to be available within Australia. Currently im considering this https://www.amazon.com.au/Professional-Broadcasting-Recording-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1537519661&sr=8-2&keywords=microphone with this https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Behringer-U-PHORIA-UM2-2x2-USB-Audio-Interface/253188460853?epid=2254368528&hash=item3af3355135:g:BVYAAOSwm3ZZrmgh

u/Clint99 · 1 pointr/microphones

Hello everyone! I should be mentioning, I've been using the built-in microphone of my Astro A40s for 4 years, using Adobe Audition in conjuction with VB Audio Cable to make audio quality not-so-shitty through live noise canceling. But right now the mic is making some kind of slitherine sound I can't fix, so I really really should just get a good microphone and be done with it. The Astros are still working very good, hence I'm here asking for your help! My budget is currently at around €120, but I don't mind going just a tad bit over that (±20). If it's lower, and you think it's still a very good choice, I surely won't mind. My goal is just to have a decent all around mic, to avoid me the hassle of using Audition to live-fix my sound. I'd like to be able to record without the need of post-production for audio fixing. A friend linked me those two (very very low price-range), what do you think?

https://www.amazon.it/gp/product/B00XOXRTX6/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1IM96RSBPC3L0

https://www.amazon.it/dp/B01KHMUQ2M?psc=1

I like the Tonor, but I don't really know much about microphones. I don't think he does either, to be quite honest. Are there any better mics for that price range?

I know I'm very likely being annoying at this point, but if you could recommend mics for different price ranges (e.g. 40-60, 70-90, 100-120), I'd be the happiest man alive.


TL;DR: Win7 64bit; Astro A40 headset (mic is broken, that's why I'm here); €120 max budget (±20); would be used for YouTube videos, Discord/TeamSpeak/Google Hangouts; I'd prefer multiple recommendations for different price ranges (preferably low-mid-high price).


Thanks in advance, r/microphones!

u/rexorbrave · 1 pointr/podcasts

Uhm Behringer Xenyx Q802USB together with the Neewer NW-700 (Go with the kit). Would be a total of $90 +$27. Its a great starter combo, you could even get 2 mics on that mixer, but they require a treated room to get their full potential (Otherwise they are still good but more tinkering with the EQ settings on the mixer).

Another mic option would be the Samson C01. I have the USB version of this one, and regret not buying the XLR version. I LOVE my usb one and have had it for 7 years or so. The quality of the mic is great even in an untreated room like mine. The downside of both microphones is that they are condensers so they pick up a lot of everything that happens, unfortunately generally dynamic microphones are more expensive.

The Shure SM58 is a dynamic mic that would just fit your budget together with the mixer at around $100. Don't really have experience with this one myself, but its very very popular.


Before making any decisions go on youtube and listen to samples of these mics for example on podcastage or other channels reviewing them to hear the sound for yourself. Also look at some reviews for the mixer. Never make an uninformed decision, in the end, sound is a bit of preference as well (and it differs for everyone).

u/Piano_junky · 1 pointr/SmallYTChannel
u/Rock-C · 1 pointr/microphones

Hey! So I'm finally going out and getting a Pre-Amp for my mic. I was planning on getting the Behringer U-Phoria UM2, but I'm not sure about it. Do you have any suggestions for a good Pre-Amp that would work with my mic? Just for a refresher, since this was two months ago...

Microphone: Neewer NW-700

Phantom PSU: InnoGear 48V Phantom Power Supply

Soon to be Preamplifier: Behringer U-Phoria UM2

u/awezed · 1 pointr/VoiceActing

I got a Neewer for $30, same set up, and it's been with me about 2 years now? Still doing pretty great. I saw a comment that had concerns about the arms in these bundles and they're right, those arms are squeaky as hell. Definitely worth the money I paid, but also definitely worth getting a new arm.

Here's the link in case you're interested: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XOXRTX6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JrI1Db0M19SN6

u/nero626 · 1 pointr/buildapc

I just picked up this "Neewer NW-700" microphone with boomarm and also a usb soundcard (to provide more voltage to the microphone), honestly the best $35 I've spent ever, sounds super professional, whole microphone and boomarm are made of metal, check out a review of it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqI96QWnpKk

u/Justlikethegypsysaid · 1 pointr/PUBATTLEGROUNDS

For what it's worth, I can reccomend a good external studio mic, like this one

https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Microphone-Adjustable/dp/B00XOXRTX6/

Do keep in mind, however, that you will also need a 48v phantom power supply (About $12) and a high quality USB to 3.5mm audio adapter, though you'll get blue yeti-quality sound.

u/darkworldaudio · 1 pointr/FL_Studio

Well I dunno what to tell ya bud, you've got a solid PC and the best DAW software ;) but if your USB headset wont let you switch beyond 8kHz you're gonna have a bad time. I'd strongly advise picking up an audio interface and a non-usb mic, if you're on a budget and are just getting started I can suggest this interface and a dynamic mic like this or one with a wee stand like this. Dont forget and XLR cable too! Obviously the higher the budget or direction you want to take your audio can influence these purchases.

u/null-pointer0 · 1 pointr/sandyalexg

It's super simple. My mic is this one and I use audacity.

u/FadedFellow · 1 pointr/buildapcsales
u/Oneloosetooth · 1 pointr/microphones

I do not agree with previous responder at all.

So.... You are a starter and are probably dipping your toe into the pool for the first time. You are also on r/microphones asking about decent mics, I mean some of the people here will have spent $1000's on a single microphone.

There are plenty of decent entry level microphones from good manufacturers for about $100 or more. But there are also options for people who want something for gaming/streaming and do not want to spend a lot. Those of us who spend money on mics look down on them, but the reality is they are fine for low end stuff....

My friend, when he bought a mic for playing PUBG with me bought something like this...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00XOXRTX6/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1511793284&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=Microphone&dpPl=1&dpID=41Eb5zzJy8L&ref=plSrch

I realise it is a UK link, apologies. But it is fine... A good bit of kit, we play PUBG and it is great. Would you want to record yourself singing on it? Probably not.

Now.... The biggest problem that you have, if you were to buy that kit, is powering it. The power is through the 3.5mm jack and Mac's cannot do that. Watch the following review:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?list=PLzEW-dm_vsRvIbU0CSlArUBwsmbtpiSZk&v=lUBS7JhQj7g

USB mics are a good way to go and can be got for less than $100. Here is the same reviewers budget mics playlist...

https://m.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzEW-dm_vsRvIbU0CSlArUBwsmbtpiSZk

Maybe a good middle road is a Samson microphone. Google Samson USB. It should bring up the Samson Meteor and Samson SAC01UPRO mic... Both fit your budget. But again, make sure of Mac compatability before purchase. You can then buy a cheap boom arm from Amazon.

u/Sp0ntaneous · 1 pointr/Flute

I imagine a condenser microphone would work nicely. You would probably want to set the mic up to be in front of the lip plate a few feet away from you and also elevated enough so that it doesn't catch any of your airstream in the sound. A quick search on Amazon gave me this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00XOXRTX6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1463616023&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=condenser+microphone&dpPl=1&dpID=41vQYTss7TL&ref=plSrch

Also, this video is great for showing the proper way to mic a flute:

https://youtu.be/ZTtQ2Zk-crU

u/mikeybmikey11 · 1 pointr/makinghiphop

True, I feel the no mic life. If you're in the market for a cheap one this is what I got. I like it a lot for just $40

u/GIMLItherealOG · 1 pointr/VoiceActing

Have this https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00XOXRTX6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 but I don't use the pop filler as I feel it lowers the overall volume, what does peaking mean? I'm quite new to this but voice acting is pretty fun haha.

u/TheTundraWolff · 1 pointr/Twitch

This is what I bought for my setup:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00XOXRTX6?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01

 

I also followed this guys video for setting up the best audio settings:

http://www.psynapticmedia.com/stream-voice-audition-obs/

u/Al3xFreeman · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Im from Spain and foun this in Amazon.es a long ago, maybe you can look for it somewhere else, bet you can find it.

Mic

u/DecafDoughnut · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace
u/The_Baconator_59 · 1 pointr/buildapc

So I'm thinking of getting this mic. After doing some research I've heard people say that if your sound card doesn't produce at least 5v of power you will have to buy an external power box. I don't have a dedicated sound card, I use the integrated of my Mobo (Asus B150-AD3). I'm not sure if I will need the external psu or not..
Any help is appreciated

u/xStigga007x · 1 pointr/VoiceActing

Don't have any experience with either of the mics you mentioned.

However, I do have the AT2020 and can definitely vouch for it.

With the AT2020, I bought a mic arm that brought its own mic (Neewer NW-700). When I first listened to the raw input of the NW700 I didn't really notice much of a difference. However, most recently I actually put them to the test.

Check out the difference for yourself.

AT2020 is an XLR condenser mic that requires a DAC for power and to be connected to a PC. There is also a USB version of the AT2020.

u/Kareleos · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

For that price you won't get a good mic with a headset, your better off to get a mic, I reccomend this one:
Neewer Mic
It has a boom arm and a pop filter too
And get this too to power the mic properly:
Neewer Phantom Power

Then just get a pair of headphones you like, a desk mic will give you a lot better sound than any headset mic, if you are doing YouTube I would highly suggest doing this and getting a pair of headphones.

My cousin has these they sound pretty good and you won't look like a dork if you have them on in public.

All that is a total of 60£, sure that's 20£ above your budget but the mic sounds really professional, a channel called Podcastage made a video where the entire thing is recorded with it, sounds really nice.

u/Mundane_WoLf · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I would strongly recommend the Super Lux 668B and the Blue Snowball iCE

u/KingKang_s · 1 pointr/BlackPeopleTwitter

It's pricey, I won't lie. Besides a DAW (unless you use something free like Audacity or something) You only need a USB mic, which can run you like $50-$80(This one is nice for the price). Everything else can be added with time. Get it done man. You remind me of Quentin Miller, most def would like to hear more of your tracks man.

u/enderflop · 1 pointr/answers

Would this mic and stand be better?
mic
stand
pop filter

u/Reanimations · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

The Blue Snowball is one of the most popular budget-friendly mics ever. It's always gotten positive reviews.

I use the Blue Yeti, another popular mic, and I can recommend it!

u/chezfez · 1 pointr/shareyourmusic

Like the other commenter stayed, beautiful voice.

My critique would be to buy an actual mic. Blue snowball is a pretty great beginner condenser mic. Later down the road you could play with some dynamic mics but you can literally do some great recordings with the blue snowball mic alone.
https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=blue%2Bsnowball%2Bmicrophone&qid=1564511189&s=gateway&sprefix=blue%2Bsnowb&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1


If you get the blue snowball I would say make some individual tracks. Example would be one track for vocals, another for your instrument and that would allow you to further tweak your recordings accordingly.

u/acey901234 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Microphones-Snowball-Black-iCE/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1468396156&sr=8-2&keywords=blue+snowball+mic

This is what I use, I would buy a pop filter with it. You said not a lot of money but that has different meanings so this is what I considered cheap. Seriously though if you buy this the extra $7 for a pop filter is so worth it.

u/FurryUsSquirrel · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Blue Snowball decent starting mic ~$50
it's where I started before I upgraded to the audiotechnia I have today

u/SHOELACEtheMENACE · 1 pointr/buildapc

Blue Microphones Snowball Black iCE Condenser Microphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_7fPMxb9B7X9MA

Or

CAD U37 USB Studio Condenser Recording Microphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001AIQGUO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_EhPMxb30B1DH1


How big is the sound difference and what is more bang for the Buck?

u/watchmarkie · 1 pointr/Fallout4PS4

Hey AltusJ, thanks for the kind words - the feedback is much appreciated! It's definitely a learning curve but I hope speaking to myself will become natural over time :)

I'm currently using the Blue Snowball Ice - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=twister_B0168R7CKY?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Yea I noticed the echo too - any recommendations on sound proofing?

Thanks again

u/fabiolives · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

My brother uses a snowball mic when we play online and it sounds really good. Like this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_X4-WAbRGV7E7P

u/InhailedYeti · 1 pointr/headphones

Oh good, at least you figured out what's going on. Yeah Gigabyte has some questionable quality control in some of their products.

Onboard soundcards aren't always bad and if yours worked I'd imagine it would have been perfectly fine for your setup. I'm not sure you'd benefit much (outside of working audio) from a soundcard/amp/dac. As for PCI I don't really know, I haven't really ventured in that field much and an external amp/dac is almost always recommended here.

The cheapest (not bad, mind you) amp/dac that seems to be worth the money is the FiiO E10k. The only downside in your case is I don't think any external setups or interfaces have a 3.5mm mic in, at least I haven't seen one. I'd imagine you could keep the amp by your header mic in and just plug it in there with the audio in through the dac/amp.

If you stream, though, I highly recommend looking into a proper external mic as well, probably a condenser. The mics on headsets are acceptable for voice chat but if you want good audio for your voice the way to go is definitely an external mic. That would also leave you room to ditch headsets entirely and get a good pair of headphones :D.

u/-Puddintane- · 1 pointr/youtubers

Well, your budget does not have a lot of room...here are my thoughts and recommendations...

1-Camera...Keep using your cell phone for mobile recording, maybe consider getting some sort of stabilizing grip or selfie stick...that being said, your budget must leave room for good sound and software, so i am reccomending you purchase this HD 1080p webcam for all stationary shots at home...dont underestimate it, this is one of the most used webcams on Twitch...https://www.bestbuy.com/site/logitech-c920-pro-webcam-black/4612476.p?skuId=4612476&ref=212&loc=1&gclid=CIn069KPs9oCFbiPxQIdQ9UAdw&gclsrc=ds


2-Sound...Blue is a trusted and WIDELY USED company in the YouTube world...this USB mic would be for home use, but would allow you to have great audio and do voice overs...https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=asc_df_B014PYGTUQ5436005/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=394997&creativeASIN=B014PYGTUQ&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198066279761&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10746801737752064127&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9061082&hvtargid=pla-343815780929


3-Software....As another person has recommended, i would go with Adobe Premiere Elements...get used to the Adobe ecosystem so one day you can graduate to the full program and entire suite!...https://www.bestbuy.com/site/premiere-elements-2018-macwindows/5983001.pskuId=5983001&cmp=RMX&extStoreId=1104&ref=212&loc=1&gclid=CKPes4KQs9oCFV6VxQIdgbYFqg&gclsrc=ds



Entire package comes in at around $170...if you want to spend more, put it towards the microphone!

-Cam

u/jnaw363 · 1 pointr/Twitch

I have the Blue Snowball mic! Got it on Amazon for about $60.00 Amazon Link

u/Du6e · 1 pointr/buildapcforme

Since you're new to the PC gaming world, I'll try to give you some recommendations that will prevent the some future regret.

Parts:

u/Lynchbread · 1 pointr/audiophile

Wow thanks for the detailed reply!
> This is a bit of a tricky setup, but as long as you only want to use the microphone on your PC it is pretty achievable.

Yeah I do only want to use the mic on my PC.
>
> Also if you want to play the sound off your PC and use a gaming console, you will require a mixer to play both sources. If you don't require this it makes your setup less complicated.

Yeah it sounds like I need a mixer since I want both sources. So it sounds like setup 1 will work for me.

> This will not sound as good as option 2.

Do you have any recommendations on how I could improve Setup 1's sound? I'm willing to spend more money if need be. If not though I'm sure the mixer will sound fine.

> As far as microphones go, try a USB one (this is a decent cheaper one, you can go more or less expensive: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ) to reduce the audio noise your friends are telling you about.

That looks perfect! I think that's the mic I will buy.

EDIT: Also any recommendations on quality cables to buy to try an alleviate any of the static that may be coming from them?

u/TacticalPopsicle · 1 pointr/buildapcsales

There's tons of good options sub $100, HyperX Clouds are really popular on this sub, I haven't tried them myself but my friends like it and the reviews look good.


If you want a split headphone/mic system, audiotechina and sennhieser are pretty good that have headphones in sale somewhat often. Just be sure to get a decent mic like the snowball although this mic might push you over your budget with the headphonws i listed. Theres good headphones by phillips and monoprice that are ~$50 o keep you under $100. Or a cheap clip on like this zalman one I use this mic and the only issue I have is that theres no mute button but most chat programs have one so its not too bad.


As for the mic issue have you tried playing with the windows setting and your chat program? You could boost your mic and adjust the threshold to not pick up your breathing noises

u/demevalos · 1 pointr/headphones

That phantom power thing you linked before isn't a replacement for an audio interface, it's just to supply power to condenser microphones. You would still need an audio interface after that. For talking to your friends on discord, you don't need all that. A good usb mic is more than enough. A very decent affordable option is the Blue Snowball. My brother uses that and he sounds very good. I also highly recommend the AT2020 USB if you want to spend that kind of money.

One of those usb mics, with your current setup is plenty good.

u/therealjgreens · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I have a blue yeti but apparently I sound awful on it. Any ideas how to tinker with the voice options?

EDIT: Nevermind, I have another blue product - https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=pd_lpo_267_bs_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=TYQ07BGD8P21QN31FANK

u/kernozlov · 1 pointr/Morrowind

Yeah Im trying to get my hands on a basic Blue SnowBall ICE since its really popular and not too expensive.

The big point I like to make about my stream is that Im flying COMPLETELY blind. I know 0 about Morrowind. Im not looking anything up. The only info I get is asking my twitch audience for super vague help.

Heres a link to my Morrowind playlist Id love some feedback..

u/sahbey · 1 pointr/microphones

[netherlands][60$]

Guys ive been doing some research for the past week for a good usb mic for gaming and streaming I dont want to spent hundreds of dollars but just a nice little something that has a decent output the budget is 60euro

I found 2 contestants:

1: samson meteor

2: Blue Snowball Ice

When I listened to audio tests i felled that the samson meteor sounded better just wanted to know what you guys thought about it

If you got some similar suggestions please do so and state why it would be better. (ps USB is highly preffered

I want to thank everyone who took their time to respond to my question in advance!

u/hodlhodl33 · 1 pointr/peripherals

I have a similar issue with headsets. I have been using Audio Technica. I had the $50 set but recently got the $150 pair and it was a nice upgrade in material. The difference between these and the Turtle Beaches I used to have is night and day. The earpads fit fully around my areas and doesn't squish them. I would be able to wear my old headset for a couple hours before my ears would start to hurt. I have never experienced this kind of pain with my audio technicas. You will need an external mic though in which case I also recommend the snowball as a starter.

Edit: Also found these upgraded ear pads that have good reviews.

u/Daronmal12 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I personally use a Blue Snowball, I just put it to the side of my monitor and it works fine, although it does come w/ an arm so you could probably get that too if you can find it.

u/CalltheAmberLambs · 1 pointr/buildapc

Not sure about sub $30 mics, but if you're willing to a little more ($50), the Blue Snowball Ice is pretty fantastic for the price.

u/Lawdace · 1 pointr/comedy

Have you tried looking at the Blue snowball mic ? Great quality for that price range

Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone, Cardioid - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_PeznzbR2GME9K

u/Adrerikoth · 1 pointr/Advice

I'm no rapper but i've done some animations on youtube so I can give some tips. As of writting, reading help a lot with that. You'll write awesome tracks before you know it. Now for recording, you willl obviously a mic. Any mic will do, even a 1$ mic can do the job just fine. Of course, if you want to invest in your hobby I suggest a Blue Snowball. Now for actually record your rap you'll need Audacity which is a free quality recording software. Good luck!

u/MaverickSoul9 · 1 pointr/audiophile

Is it better to buy a medium priced microphone, or a cheap microphone with a cheap audio interface for around the same price?

My friend wants to start a hobby in singing, so as a Christmas present I was going to buy him some vocal equipment (around $60 CAD). I've heard audio interfaces are quite important for voice work, but will it make that much of a difference in this case?

Here are the 2 ideas I had for each scenario:

u/lostinim · 1 pointr/GirlGamers

Sure, I have used the Samson microphones as they are quite easy to set up. I used an older one, the Samson C01U, but there is a lot of good from the Go Mic and Meteor Mic.

I do hear good things about the Blue Snowball as well, though I do not have experience with the brand.

And once you do get a microphone, I would totally recommend getting a directional pop filter for yourself, it can make quite a difference.

u/xSubParx · 1 pointr/NewTubers

Ig i payed $50 for it actually but it works great

Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone, Cardioid - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_QBpxzbBR718J0

u/mouseratforever · 1 pointr/NewTubers

Personally I use the Blue Snowball but if $50 is a bit out of range you could always go with ZaxSound

u/PM-SOME-TITS-GURL · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

This is $10 over your proposed budget, but I wanted to bring it to your attention as it is a fairly common intro level condenser mic.

If you're just using it to chat on discord, or use for in game chat, it might be a bit overkill, maybe check out something more like this.

That first mic is a great multipurpose condenser mic, the second is just a good alternative dependent on your needs and intended use.

u/Terranwaterbender · 1 pointr/anime

Hey man you can pick up up off Amazon when they go on sale!

I got this microphone back when it was on sale for like $40 which isn't too much of a dent. Pop on a pop filter for another $9 and only $50 for an operation mic you can use for gaming as well!

>Also FTF podcast when?

We really ought to do one but that takes time and effort and we don't have tim-

Okay nevermind we can totally do one.

u/rgrass · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

OK, so all you need is a microphone.

TheEternalNightmare's suggestion of the Zalman Zm-Mic1 will get the job done but this is a case of "You get what you pay for" at less than $10 it's not much. But it is a mic; you talk, they hear you (mostly).

If you're willing to spend more (around $50) the Blue Snowball iCE is a pretty good choice. Connects with USB.

If you need something like a standard headset boom mic the Antlion ModMic is probably your best bet. It sorta just sticks to the side of the headphone cups and connects to the
3.5mm microphone port. It's around $55

It just depends on what you want and what you're willing to pay for.

u/eXistenceLies · 1 pointr/razer

Short answer no they don't. If you want to spice up your headphones get yourself a dac/amp combo. A very popular one is a schiit stack. https://www.schiit.com/

I use a Beyer DT 770 pros 250 ohms for my gaming ($142 on Amazon right now), but I also use a dac/amp ($200). You really only need an amp for these (250 ohms) but that can be had for less than $100. My mic is a snowball mic that I got for $50. So you can have a nice setup for under $250 (w/o mic) which is what some of these gaming headsets run.

Here are the DT 770 Pros on Amazon, but if you don't want to spend the money for the amp (amp is a must with the 250 ohm version) you can get the 80 ohm version for a bit more.

https://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-770-PRO-Studio-Headphone/dp/B0006NL5SM

This is the amp I have for another pair of headphones I have, but will work well with the DT 770 pros.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00VETHZ04/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and here is my mic

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014PYGTUQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1


So if you go with DT-770 Pro 250 ohm (grey color cheaper) + amp + snowball mic you are looking at $253.

If you go with the 80 ohm version (black one is cheaper here) + snowball mic you are looking at $220.

Any other questions feel free to reply.

u/TeslApple_Guy · 1 pointr/laptops

Blue Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone, Cardioid - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3E1VDb7SC3D02

I’d recommend this for ssd:


Sabrent 512GB Rocket NVMe PCIe M.2 2280 Internal SSD High Performance Solid State Drive (SB-ROCKET-512) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KGMBCKD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2F1VDbDSH53F4

u/The_Art_Of_The_Rat · 1 pointr/buildapc

I'm looking for a recommendation for a new microphone. For a while now I've been sing a cheap clip on mic and the quality is pretty bad and I'm ready for an upgrade.

I want a standalone mic that has good sound quality while picking up as little of the ambient sound as possible. I am looking at the blue snowball ice since it has good reviews and says it only picks up sound from the front which seems like it will help with the ambient noise issue.

Is this probably the best one for my needs in the <$50 price range?

u/haragoshi · 1 pointr/audioengineering

looking for a budget audio input solution for podcasting.

I currently podcast with one friend, but would like to eventually add more friends to the podcast. I currently have a cheap microphone, but no stand and no USB adapter for it, and a wireless gaming headset.

For our first episode I planned to use the built-in mic of my laptop and the USB headset as inputs, but i couldn't get the USB headset to mix with the built-in mic.

I saw this article on best USB audio interface. My initial plan was to buy the Tascam US-2×2 to mix my non-USB mic and another cheap microphone. I would need to buy some cheap tabletop mic stands, but i don't know which brands.

An alternative would be to spend the $150 I would spend on a sound board on two new USB microphones instead of a USB mixer. One advantage of USB mics is I wouldn't need mic stands. I was thinking maybe the Meteor or the Snowball ICE

which is the better solution? USB mics or USB mixer?

If I go with the USB mixer, which cheap mic and tabletop stands should I buy?

Is there a cheaper alternative that I'm missing? I would like to start low budget and gradually upgrade as necessary.

u/TheLightningL0rd · 1 pointr/pcgaming

The Blue Snowball microphone is pretty affordable and can be used with an arm or the little stand it comes with. I like it, seems like the audio quality of my voice is pretty good.

u/Thandius · 1 pointr/singing

https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=pd_lpo_267_bs_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=HFG9NJSQ0VGHYACGE87J

If you want something easy to use that will be good for hobby but would need an upgrade for anything more...

I would recommend the blue snowball (I have the Yeti which is the upgraded version of this).

u/cowsareverywhere · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I would recommend the Blue Snowball, which sounds almost as good as the Yeti. The Samson Meteor is also great and slightly pricier.

Edit - if you want to attach your headphones to a mic, the ModMic will serve you well.

u/heavyxfriends · 1 pointr/buildapc

I'd go for a decent set of headphones and a seperate Mic. I have these Audio Technica M20x headphones, really good quality and nice long cord to tuck away. I pair these with a Blue Snowball Mic as its good quality but doesn't look out of place on a desk or tucked behind a monitor when not in use.

This combo is $10 over your max budget but really gives you the best of both worlds for a reasonable price, I personally couldn't reccomend any 'gaming headset'.

https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M20x-Professional-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR18/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482690495&sr=8-1&keywords=audio+technica+m20

https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1482690510&sr=8-3&keywords=snowball

u/Shadaroo · 1 pointr/WWEGames
u/pcgamingmustardrace · 1 pointr/makinghiphop

For anyone looking for a cheap mic that's good quality for the price, I bought a Blue Snowball for like $30 when it was cheaper along with a like $5-$10 pop filter and it sounds really good. It's $69, but the cheaper version, the Ice, is only $49. Tons of smaller youtubers use them, my Blue Snowball has 3 different settings where it can take in sound from the front, the sides, or all over.

u/Mimical · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

If prices near me are correct:

The C1-U is 38$
Snowball is 49.99$
Meteor is 69.99


If you dont have a boom stand/Desk stand such as this, or this Buy the C1U + Stand (nearly same price as meteor alone, and it allows you to lift mic off table and higher up. Less keyboard+mice clicking noise and if its closer to your face it will have better pickup.)

If you already have a stand, then I would say grab the Snowball.

If you really like the look of the meteor then go for it. But understand that you are paying for the material around the mic, not necessarily better sound quality.

u/benj401 · 1 pointr/singing

I used this, with a pop filter for demoing privately for two years. It's pretty cool for personal use because of the plug and play nature. You can get a USB to lightning adapter and go directly into Garageband on the iPad. No power issues, or interface needed. Of course it has its own firmware and programming on-board, so you're surrendering a lot of control.. That said, it's great for personal use. Fantastic for speaking engagements like podcasts too (mine is out on loan for that now.)


If you're just trying to get in the habit of recording quick, easy and dirty for your own review - it's great. It's also salvage in post production considering how cheap the mic is.

Anyway, the Blue Ice is a great piece to have around to capture when you need to quickly! It'll be a gateway to better things later!

u/Eldereon · 1 pointr/buildapc

The Blue Snowball ICE for $49 is very popular. I use it and my only complaint is the size and footprint. It also doesn't filter background noise, particularly keyboard taps, but it's a lot cheaper than the Blue Yeti. If you can, wait for Black Friday; it will almost certainly go on sale.

u/ttedder · 1 pointr/buildapcsales

XLR to 3.5 makes me cringe lol. XLR microphones sound like dogshit without phantom power an audio interface, I'd take the HD58X + Blue Snowball for $35 over the XLR to 3.5mm. Only problem is you've gotta mount both mics or you'll pick up keyboard noises.

u/EGOtyst · 1 pointr/HelpMeFind

I'd recommend splitting into separate components.

$150 spent on a mic and cans separately will yield a much better setup than a combo deal.

I would go with a Blue Snowball and a pair of ATH M40x. You can get these with a Bluetooth adapter. They are great cans. Links below total up $160 and will blow away any bluetooth headset.

Headphones

Bluetooth

Mic

Mic Option 2

u/CuteTablespoon · 1 pointr/hardware

This is the wrong subreddit for this kind of question, try /r/buildapc or maybe /r/audio/

But i'd look into the blue snowball:
https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_267_bs_t_1/147-7525553-4230639?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=81MDP300D04E4NH6S5KF

Or if you have a xlr input Samson C01

u/jewishfatherfigure · 1 pointr/buildapc

The msrp for the blue snowball is $49.99. The blue yeti now that I think about it won’t be below 100. You can find the blue snowball at msrp at target, bestbuy, from the dell website, of course eBay, and finally there is one on sale here https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sspa_mw_detail_0?psc=1 on Amazon.

u/njmitch1243 · 1 pointr/HeadphoneAdvice

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014PYGTUQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The snowball is a great starter standalone mic that is well under $150. from there the rest of this sub will help you pick a good closed headphone in your price range.

Also, they're not closed, but I have the Fidelio X2HR and they're a joy for gaming, just food for thought

u/Sub_Salac · 1 pointr/slavelabour

How about this very popular brand of microphone?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014PYGTUQ

All the streamers use it.

u/penguin_jones · 1 pointr/Gaming4Gamers

This is the one I use. It has good sound and picks my voice up perfectly from a few feet away on my desk. Pretty affordable too.

u/beardedmanstudios · 1 pointr/Twitch

Going with the Sony Studio Monitor Headphones and the Blue Microphone will be only 130$ and a great upgrade compared to any headset in that range.

u/RadiantSun · 1 pointr/GlobalOffensive

Pro tips:

  • Do not buy headsets.

    Buy a mic and a pair of headphones individually. There are two reasons:

    First, if you buy a headset, then if the mic fails, you need to buy a new mic (or a whole new headset), same with if the headphone portion fucks up. One breaks = you'll need to replace the other. If you buy them separately, you can individually replace either or both of them as needed. Saves money in the long run

    Secondly, headsets are always unnecessarily marked up. If you buy a mic and a pair of headphones individually, then for the same price as a headset, you can get 2x better stuff.

  • Literally never buy "gaming headsets/headphones"

    Their "gaming" branding is used to unnecessarily mark up the products. You can get normal headphones with much better sound quality for far less.

  • Audio stuff has diminishing returns.

    Unless you're a pro of some sort, don't spend more than $50 or so on headphones or a mic.

    So no, no reason to buy "gaming" headphones unless you're a sucker.

    Also, fuck Bose, don't buy those cans. Bose is overpriced. If you're resolved to spend $100, then here's what you're going to do:

  • Buy a Blue Snowball iCE for $50

    https://www.amazon.com/d/B014PYGTUQ/

  • Buy the Monoprice headphones for $30

    https://www.amazon.com/d/B007SP2CO2/

    The iCE is a phenomenal microphone that you can use for the rest of your life, while the Monoprice headphones are the single best value headphones out right now, and lunch with plenty of cans at around $100ish level.
u/RazzlePrince · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

oh sorry I was thinking of the snowball, but it's the ICE version, cheaper and it's just the same mic, but without the different modes, Microphone Link and here are accessories, the boom stand is much better than the tiny stand they give you, and it's better for freedom, and it comes with extra bits for future proofing Suspension Stand Here's some medium quality padding if needed Padding and a nice pop filter to stop the P's and S's slipping through Pop Filter This is all the same stuff I use and it is a wonderful starter kit, I highly recommend this to you!

u/Elnrik · 1 pointr/ZReviews

Not knowing where to start is a bummer. Lots of good advice already offered, so I'll just throw in my 2 cents. I like to make recommendations based off of budget and preferred music genre. As a rock, classic rock, trance, etc. fan, I would recommend The Fidelio x1/x2. Lively sounding headphones, comfortable, easy to drive, and built like tanks. The Sennheisers already mentioned in another reply are good.

Also, I use a usb desk mic. I don't like boom mic in my face. I use this https://amzn.com/B00022TNHM. If you want to get fancy, something like this. https://amzn.com/B014PYGTUQ. It sits out of the way, and it works fine at my computer desk. USB mics don't interface with your sound card, so ground loop hums and stuff are rarely a concern. That might be an option. Hope that helps.

u/ridiculoudshow · 1 pointr/letsplay

i wouldn't.

honestly if you're going to invest in a microphone, maybe save up a bit so you can afford something that'll last you longer. save up the 50 bones and buy this which is something that would probably be a good place to start. you get a cheaper clone of a Neumann U87, basically an audio interface, and a microphone scissor arm. all that's left is to buy a 7-10$ pop filter and whabam you've got a great base recording system.

u/Mr_Football · 1 pointr/podcasts

Question(s), from a noob but still important:

  1. We're starting a new podcast and balling on a budget. We have relatively quiet studio spaces, and have built two DIY "studio boxes" (professional condenser panels lining a 30 gallon plastic container with the same lining the outside). We're pretty set on buying a cheap pair of condenser mics, but seeing as we wont be in actual studios, should we bail and go to dynamic mics?

  2. Using the mics above, it has everything we'd need except for an AI... We're recording solo from two separate states via zencastr and then I'm editing the audio after, and don't have the budget for a few hundred bucks on mixers. Seems like an audio interface is the best bet. Looking for the best budget friendly AIs? Or do I need to even worry about one?

u/AriesWarSpirit · 1 pointr/letsplay

It seems like it could be really decent. I use a Florean BM-800 which seem very similar. You don't "need" a mixer, just a phantom power and an XLR cable to connect your mic to the phantom power. With a clean up through Audacity I think you could get by for a good while and that is a pretty decent price.

I did this some time ago before I got the Phantom Power:
>Here is an audio test with usb power unedited and edited (in the same clip).

>44100 Hz: https://clyp.it/wubqpopv
>48000 Hz: https://clyp.it/yqhdiyxp

*Actually this seems like the more complete purchase with phantom power: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D4KYRYC?psc=1

u/hotrod54chevy · 1 pointr/ZReviews

It looks like they've made a new bundle that includes the power supply and XLR to 3.5mm cable. I had to purchase those separately. This is also cheaper. I'm running off of onboard audio, so I didn't get the adapter people get, either. Look at reviews/samples on YouTube. Podcastage does some really good ones.

Neewer NW-700 Professional Condenser Microphone & NW-35 Suspension Boom Scissor Arm Stand with XLR Cable and Mounting Clamp & NW-3 Pop Filter & 48V Phantom Power Supply with Adapter Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D4KYRYC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_sDwPzbSXMN9QS

u/HardBoiledEndBread · 1 pointr/podcasts

I have the neewer nw700 it’s lasted me around 3 to 4 years and if you look on amazon it comes with a whole kit for $40. I would say it has excellent quality but I don’t have anything to compare it to cause it’s all I’ve needed.

Link: Neewer NW-700 Professional Condenser Microphone & NW-35 Suspension Boom Scissor Arm Stand with XLR Cable and Mounting Clamp & NW-3 Pop Filter & 48V Phantom Power Supply with Adapter Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D4KYRYC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_91E3Db0VY50GH

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u/hiddenevidence · 1 pointr/FortniteCompetitive

i personally prefer the neewer nw-700 over the snowball. it has great quality especially if you put it close to your face with the sensitivity low. you can barely hear my keyboard with it compared to the snowball which ALWAYS picks up my keyboard sounds. i use it with the foam instead of the pop filter and the difference in sound quality between the foam and pop filter isnt noticeable unless you're an audiophile.

just my opinion though. its also cheaper and comes with a boom arm, but the snowball is much more popular. here's the neewer nw-700 (you'll need the phantom power supply that comes with it).

u/Myrdok · 1 pointr/classicwow

My wife and I both use this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D4KYRYC

This mic is very clean, we constantly get compliments on it. My wife even uses it to record and gets very clean tracks with it. We have been using them for a bit over two years without a single hiccup or headache. If I had to pick a "negative"...the boom they come with is very cheap. It absolutely works and holds the mic in place no problem, but it is very flimsy compared to aftermarket booms.

Otherwise, go with the AT2020 and necessary accouterments to make it work for you.

Run, far FAR away from the Zalman ZM-MIC 1 reccomendations. They suck majorly. Judging by your other audio choices I also don't think you'll be pleased with the quality of a modmic compared to the AT2020 or the neewer...they're just a different level of mic.

u/5_DOLLAR_DIARRHEA · 1 pointr/buildapc

I bought this a few months ago: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D4KYRYC/

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Didn't need the phantom power with my gaming rig but it's nice to have it in case I use the mic for other devices. The stand is pretty sturdy for such an inexpensive package deal. I'm happy with it.

u/TeleC1assy · 1 pointr/streaming

i use this mic with the arm mount and it works great but it has to be close. i would not generally recommend a mic that works from 2-3 feet away because background noise, but blue yetis are common and pick up sound from that distance pretty well. usually that's a bad thing because keyboards and mice make a lot of noise, which is a reason i like this one i have - i stream with speakers and it doesn't pick up a sound unless i'm deliberately looping it.

u/SleepDeprivedDad_ · 1 pointr/mixer

Was looking into them, just the cost adds up, a friend or two always come for a brew day, then would each one need a mic as well?

If I get a condenser mic and mount it on a arm in the center ish could work? Something like this perhaps

u/VextrenGaming · 1 pointr/buildapc

I wouldn’t get the Snowball iCE, maybe just me but I don’t like it’s look or performance for price, my advice? Get the NW-700 kit which has the microphone, boom arm, pop filter and phantom power for £35 so probably $50. It’s also XLR so the phantom power can be replaced by an interface for even better audio.

Edit: LINK!

u/blackjakals · 1 pointr/BudgetAudiophile

What you are probably looking for is an audio interface. An audio interface will let you connect an external mic through XLR and also has outputs for powered speakers and headphones, and most wiil have separate volume knobs that let you control the volume of each individually.

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For a mic, I suggest the Audio Technica AT2020 mic with a mic stand and pop filter like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020-Condenser-Studio-Microphone/dp/B077YXX1M4/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1540320647&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=audio-+technica+at2020&psc=1

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For an audio interface, I suggest one like this Mackie Artist interface that let's you change the volume of the headphones and monitors separately and also lets you connect the external microphone:

https://www.amazon.com/Mackie-Onyx-Artist-1-2-Interface-x/dp/B07664LMPQ/ref=sr_1_3?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1540320825&sr=1-3&keywords=mackie+onyx+artist

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The speakers you are looking at are great. What other brands and speakers are available where you are at?

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u/Lagomorph9 · 1 pointr/buildapcsales

I'd go with one of these instead, for just a little more money, but a lot more value. https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Microphone-Suspension-Broadcasting-Recording/dp/B07DK89QZS/

u/lenswipe · 0 pointsr/microphones

OK here's the thing. Condenser mics typically draw 48v power. This is typically provided by the mixing board they are plugged into via an XLR connector (all but the very cheap mixers have a 48v phantom power switch). If you're plugging in via USB then this is done over the USB connection instead(believe it or not you can power a condenser mic over USB - see http://www.shure.com/americas/products/accessories/microphones/microphone-problem-solvers/x2u-xlr-to-usb-signal-adapter).

Now let's talk about the 35mm jack connectors....my thoughts on this are that if a "condenser mic" has a 35mm jack connector - it probably isn't really a condenser mic. A friend bought this on Amazon and insists that it works perfectly with a 35mm jack connection. My theory is that it either isn't a condenser mic or it's a really shitty cheap capsule. Due to the way that XLR plugs are wired the 48v is sent down the same cable as the signal and cancelled out. However - 35mm jack connectors have no way to do this and even if they could most equipment that uses them - for example a computer sound card(I'm assuming that's why you're asking this question) has no way to provide this through the standard jack connection.

If you want a decent no nonsense mic then I'd suggest an AT2020 USB it's the same as the AT2020 (of which I have one) which is a really solid condenser mic.

u/kalyansam · 0 pointsr/makinghiphop

I got this one
https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Professional-Broadcasting-Recording-Microphone/dp/B00XBQ8UGG/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1483032928&sr=8-10&keywords=mic
But this one is probably better,
https://www.amazon.com/Floureon-BM-800-Condenser-Recording-Microphone/dp/B00Q4RGQHY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1483032944&sr=8-3&keywords=mic
The first one works with a sound card where you can plug in a mic but it definitely won't sound as good.
Also, remember you don't have to have something crazy professional. Remember that the Migos record in their closet too.