Can I use this mic with a XLR to USB Cable?
1721078
Yes, an XLR cable is what it is designed to use, however, a USB cable is only to be used to connect the Mic interface to a computer and an XLR to USB cable will not work as a direct connection to/from the Mic.
1721079
I think the straight answer is NO. The USB carries digital signals and has 5 Vdc on it. The mic has an analog signal and requires a phantom power supply of at least 15 Vdc according to the specs. So obviously the answer is 'no'.
1721080
You could use a little USB adapter. Like a Pre Sonus, or other brand. It will provide the phantom power.
1721081
I dont know why you would use this with a usb it is used for adjusting a p.a. system to a room so I know I have a 12 channel board and I only use it for adjusting the eq for differnt venues hope that answers your question
1597579
If you have the USB version technically you don't the card for anything if you have the analog one yes you can plug it using the 3-pin XLRM-type to standard 1/8" jack. Good Choice with the Audio-Tech, one of the best Mics in the market by the way.
112783
If you use a conversion box, yes. This specific model uses an XLR interface because it requires phantom power (three prong, cylindrical shape). You can spend about $100 on a usb conversion box and use this model. I Use an AKAI professional ($250+) which can handle up to 4 mics and 4 outputs ALONG WITH the usb cable. All that said, you can bypass the whole thing and buy an "AT2020 USB". It hooks directly up to the laptop and there's no other equipment to buy. Warning: If you use an AT2020 USB, it will eat up your battery life, you NEED to have your machine plugged in to use it for a long duration. Reason is: the mic takes about 40 volts of power and audio recording and engineering is a processor intensive task (more CPU work = more power being consumed), it also takes a lot of memory so your HDD will be running non stop. If you're using this for fun, get the USB and save the money. If you're looking to get into more serious work, use the XLR as it's compatible with more high end equipment.
1497283
you need a usb audio interface that supports xlr. you also need to get a xlr cable. id recommend buying a used at4040. it performs quite a bit better it has more presence and sounds more natural.
755648
XLR to microphone and USB into Mac. Mine worked a little better (less laggy) when I used the USB 2.0 jack. In hindsight, I would've bought XLR - 1/8 in mini plug and used the mic input and it might have worked better. You have to switch input in settings also, it's probably defaulted to "built in mic".
1374085
No. This mic is a professional condenser mic and requires 48v phantom power on an XLR connector. If you want to use this mic with a comptuer, the best way is with an interface like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00154KSA2 or instead, you can just us a good USB mic like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B5ZX9FM
1785036
I have used the USB ports for many things just never a mic. I have condenser mics that I have going in xlr. At that point in time the USB mic would not really be using the akai as an injured device in your daw... It would be listed under that mic separately.
1532831
This is not a USB microphone. You will need an interface to connect the microphone to your PC (check the Focusrite Scarlett Solo or Presonus line of interfaces) and you also need recording sotware (most interfaces include recording software), a XLR microphone cable.
2033569
No sir this is an XLR mic not a USB mic. It does come with an XLR cable which you'd plug into an interface.
1374083
No. This mic is a professional condenser mic and requires 48v phantom power on an XLR connector. If you want to use this mic with a comptuer, the best way is with an interface like this: PreSonus AudioBox USB 2x2 Audio Interface - Includes Studio One or instead, you can just us a good USB mic like this: Audio-Technica AT2020USB PLUS Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone
1809381
Only if your microphone also has an XLR option. There is only the USB connection to the computer not any for USB microphones
607427
This should not be a problem! You can connect your mic to the XLR jack and use a 1/4" cable with an mini-stereo (on either end) to connect to your laptop. Levels should be adequate for most applications.
1650287
Hi Kristina, It really depends on your microphone and computer setup. A lot of XLR microphones require "phantom" power, which means that the source powers the microphone. Unless you have a source that can output power, then the mic won't work. Most computer inputs are just basic inputs. They can't supply power. I currently use a Shure 57 mic and I found this cable to work great with it. http://www.amazon.com/HDE%C2%AE-Female-Cable-Instruments-Microphones/dp/B0050CEEIW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386034982&sr=8-1&keywords=usb+to+xlr The USB can supply the right power to an XLR mic. Hope this helps.
459162
Just buy a mic with 3.5mm or 1/4" plug. That's easier than messing with xlr to stereo.
1843313
Hi Laura,The mic rquires an XLR-to-XLR cable. If you want to go into a USB port, you would need something like the MicPort Pro (which I have an highly recommend). Harlan's site carries that as well.Hope that helps!Fred
1034401
Yes, make sure you select it as your default audio output with the USB dongle. If not you can buy a cable where you connect the red&white; plugs into it and it comes out as a dual 3.5mm output for audio and input for microphone.
961858
Yes. You will need a mic jack converter though. I found one a Radioshack for a really cheap price. You will need a 2.5mm to 3.5mm adapter. Also make sure it has two rings on the tip. 3 rings wont work, and the single ring only records on the left channel.