The XLR-1 is ideal for portable recording applications with professional microphones requiring 48 volt phantom power and XLR connections. The XLR-1 adapter has two balanced XLR inputs and switchable 48 volt phantom power. It can be mounted onto the bottom of the PCM-D1 or on-the-side (using supplied mounting hardware). Supplied with 4 AA batteries Battery life-Approximately 40 hours (when using 2 mA + 2mA microphones and alkaline AA batteries).

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3 Stars NOT a preamp
The title of this product is misleading. This is not a preamp, only an XLR to 1/8 inch adapter. Perfect for minidisc and Sony’s new PCM-D recorders. It provides no gain, but nice matched phantom power for microphones. As such, it is a bit overpriced, but it will get the job done.

5 Stars Extend the possibilities: works with PCM-D1 and PCM-D50
Allows you to attach ANY of the countless available XLR microphones to your PCM-D1 or PCM-50, really increasing the recording possibilities. Comes with a bracket to attach it underneath your recorder, and a separate bracket for mounting side-by-side.

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This rugged dynamic microphone is designed for lead vocals and has an on/off switch, rugged wire mesh cap with internal protective basket, and sturdy die-cast metal body. It comes with a stand adapter. Supercardioid polar pattern, 40Hz-20kHz frequency range, 2.5 mV/Pa sensitivity.

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The Shure SM57 is a fixture in the music business. You see it everywhere. In small clubs and 100,000 seat stadiums. This renowned mic is used by legendary performers and the latest up-and-comers. What you may not have seen are the thousands of SM57s at work behind the scenes in professional recording studios around the world. In fact, you’ll probably find it in more studios than any other mic. Not surprising. The unidirectional dynamic SM57 has set the industry standard by defining the way instruments should sound. Which is why it’s used by any serious musician or recording professional. Its warm, clean sound along with its carefully contoured presence rise make it ideal for a wide range of instrument miking applications, particularly guitar amplifiers and drums. The SM57 features a uniform cardioid pick-up pattern that isolates the main sound source and minimizes background noise.

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The Shure PG81 Instrument Condenser Microphone is sensitive, with the flat response that’s ideal for acoustic instruments.The PG81 is part of the Shure Performance Gear family of affordable, application-specific microphones. Ideal for everyday use and practice Performance Gear mics are the perfect introduction to Shure engineering excellence for performers ready to plug in and play out. The Shure PG81 includes a 15ft. cable, break-resistant mic clip and storage bag.Shure PG81 FeaturesFlat frequency response is wide and uniform. Consistent sensitivity through frequency range.Cardioid polar pattern picks up the most sound from in front of the microphone and some sound from the sides. Less susceptible to feedback in high volume settings.Condenser cartridge has a lightweight, sensitive diaphragm.Precisely and smoothly captures sound nuances. Powered by AA battery or phantom power supply.Internal shock mount for reduced handling noise.Durable metal construction.On/off switch for onstage control.Includes 15ft. cable, break-resistant mic clip and storage bag.

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Pro Style Microphone with 12ft. Cord, 1yr. Parts & 90 days labor, Pro Style Mic with Cord, Superior Quality Sound, Karaoke/ Sing along, Includes Heavy Duty 12ft Cable, Detachable XLR Cannon Connector to 1/4″ input microphone cable

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SHURE DAMAGE RES MIC ON/OFF SWITCH- XLR 1/8in

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The Audio-Technica PRO51 Pro Series vocal microphone delivers excellent gain before feedback and outstanding stage presence for lead and back-up vocals. With its extended frequency response, the PRO 61 provides optimal clarity and smooth, natural sonic characteristics. Its hypercardioid polar pattern improves isolation of the sound source. The mics superior internal shock mounting reduces handling noise, and its two-stage ball-type headcase delivers superior pop protection.

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Phantom Powered Dynamic Microphone! Not a misprint. This microphone with it’s brave design will blow you away. The Ball incorporates an active balancing circuit that eliminates frequency dependent variable resistance. It maintains a constant, purely resistive 50 Ohm load across the usuable frequency spectrum, yielding an exceptionally smooth and open sound never heard in a dynamic mic. Ideal for use in the studio, stage, broadcast, film or any other application where reliability, versatility and utmost sound quality is required.

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The USB-24M is perfect for recording your music, podcast, or any audio source to your preferred DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). Just plug the USB cable into your computer’s USB port and launch your DAW. You are now ready to record! The USB-24M can handle it all! From vocals to acoustic instruments, from drums to guitar amps, this microphone guarantees clear and accurate reproduction of your sound.

User Ratings and Reviews

1 Star The Mic That Let Me Down
Okay, the first few days, I had to get used to the computer recognizing the mic as headphones, so it was messing up my external sounds, and stuff. Okay I fixed that. Then I try to go to the website for tweaking software and before I do, 3 days after I buy the mic, it’s indicator light just stopped working why I do not know but for some reason that I cannot imagine. I am so mad I did not get the samson. Also, I bought the Montego DDL, which is an awesome sound card for under $60. I already threw it in the trash.

It’s pretty much a karaoke mic, and it would have helped if I didn’t cut corners and purchase something to mount the mic. I won’t sell myself short next time around.

Bottom line. If you believe this loser above me, ur on crack. j/k but seriously don’t buy it. Look at it this way. You can purchase your playstation 2 which is cool for what it is. Or do you really wanna spice it up and drive the town in a lexus droptop with a hottie in the passenger seat. Spend the extra $100, I promise it’ll be worth it.

Thanks J-Di Lil rock

1 Star NOT FOR MULTITRACK RECORDING
For multitrack recording, this mic is useless. It shuts off all other sound coming from the computer. For multitrack recording, you need to listen to previously recorded tracks while adding more tracks. With this mic it is impossible. I have other USB mics that work just fine. Whoever designed this device was not real intelligent.

5 Stars You get what you buy
I purchased this microphone on July 18,2007 and i mean it wasnt the best but it did a good job for what i was doing. Which i made my whole cd you can go to [...] to take a listen to how it sounds when recording. Overall i’ll have to give it 3 stars it was o.k. while it lasted but the microphone completed broke the beginning of 08 so it did last some months. So i say to the buyer if you are just looking for something to play with for awhile then this is the mic but for long term i say you go with the co3u samson you can check it out on this link

2 Stars Nice form, weak execution
I was very pleased when I opened the box and found a nice chunky, seemingly heavy duty microphone. The hardware is well crafted with good fit and finish.

I plugged it in and it self installed quickly and without incident.

Now, having tested the microphone for several voice only projects using multiple software applications, the quality of recordins was poor at best. In all cases the volume was VERY low, tinney, and digitized.

To eliminate the possibility of computer malfunction or software limitations, I tested this on three computer with two different software applications all with the same results.

I would not reccomend this solution.

1 Star unhappy buyer
Maybe mine came broken…it rattles inside and doesn’t record well….my cheap Radio Shack mic does better.

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