Behringer C 1U USB Studio Condenser Mic

Behringer C 1U USB Studio Condenser Mic

The Behringer C-1U USB mic is a digital home recording or podcasting enthusiast’s dream. This professional quality condenser microphone is identical to the acclaimed Behringer C-1 mic with one awesome difference: it’s has a built-in USB interface so you can be ready to record faster than ever and with minimal preparation and equipment. Just plug it into your computer and start recording.What is a USB Condenser Microphone? As the primary type of microphone used in recording studios and radio stations, condenser microphones are the ideal choice for capturing vocals and acoustic instruments. Unlike a dynamic microphone, a condenser microphone collects sound from throughout an environment such as a room, rather than only picking up what’s happening directly in front of it. It is capable of capturing much more detail with a wider, flatter frequency response. Trouble is, conventional condenser microphones aren’t made to interface with a computer—you have to provide a microphone preamplifier and an analog to a USB interface. The C-1U has a built-in USB interface that derives the needed power directly from your computer’s USB input and requires no special drivers. Just plug in and start recording your music.Unlike most other USB microphones, you won’t need to download any additional drivers to begin using the Behringer C-1U right out of the box—it even works with Vista. You also get an extensive software package that includes: Audacity for recording, Kristal Audio Engine for editing and multitracking, plus Podifier uploading software and PodNova downloading software. It works like this: Connect the mic to your PC or Mac. Load Audacity and save your recording onto your hard drive. Now load the included Kristal software and you can edit your recording or add tracks. Now you’re ready to upload your work onto the Web via Podifier.Getting started with the USB mic may seem like child’s play, but this pro-caliber microphone is anything b

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Alesis USB Microphone Podcast Kit

Alesis USB Microphone Podcast Kit

The Alesis USB-Mic Podcasting Kit gives you ability to produce professional-quality podcasts and recordings on your Mac or PC!Simply install the included Audacity software to record your voice, music, and any other external sounds, plug the mic into your USB port and away you go! Simple! You can stream 16 bit, 44.1-48kHz audio straight to your computer, and the Kit includes high-quality headphones for monitoring your session. If you have ever wanted to be a DJ and podcast your shows around the world, here is your chance to do it while saving tons of cash.Alesis USB Mic Podcasting Kit Features16 bit; 44.1-48Khz audio recording direct to your computerUSB microphone (including USB cable) Desktop microphone standEasy plug-and-play support in Windows and Mac OS XHigh-quality headphones for monitoring your recordingsBundled withAudacitysoftware for recording and editing your sessionsFree hosting of your podcasts – 30 day subscription to alesispodcast.comHassle-free uploading of your podcasts with automatic rss file embeddingAutomatic notification of your podcast episodes to iTunes, Podcast Alley and other podcast groups, as well as numerous web search engines

User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars Headphone Adapter not included
Works great, good price, one complaint; the headphone adapter is not included, which makes it impossible to use without making a separate purchase. I contacted the company and they do sell them for .47, cents plus three dollars shipping and handling – huh? Otherwise, a great product.

5 Stars Excellent value
I purchased this kit to start podcasting. Nice mike with usb input. Comes with OK headphones. Simple connection…I use it with Roxio’s sound editor with good results. Very good value. Suggest you purchase a separate pop filter. Hear the result at http://www.memory-lane.org. (click on Podcasts button)

5 Stars Great sound
I use this mic without the headset, for everyday Skyping and to teach online. Audio from my speakers doesn’t interfere or cause feedback during live conversations. So the mic provides hands free, high quality audio.

When I purchased and started using it, people were happily surprised at how well my voice came through. An essential tool not just for podcasting but for other online audio as well.

5 Stars Podcasting made easy
Alesis USB Mic Podcasting Kit with Headphones and Software

I needed a good quality microphone to produce some powerpoint presentations using Camtasia. The microphone easily installs and functions beautifully. It also works great with speech to text applications. For the applications I use, a boom microphone with a headset is uncomfortable and I do not always want to monitor the recording as it is being produced. The headphones are ok and I had a bit of a problem getting the computer configured to work with them with the microphone but once I did they work fine. A good product at a reasonable price.

5 Stars Excellent Mike and headphones at great price
I wanted to get into podcasting, and this package is it. Works great and sounds great, and the price is good. Just love it.

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