USB mic for commentaries

Nel. wrote on 3/31/2013, 12:21 AM

Which USB mic to get for commentaries? I looked at Blue Yeti.... it does way more than I need....and is a bit pricey... I just want to voice capture directly in front of the mic.... so just a cardioid would do....Any suggestion ?.... Thanks

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musicvid10 wrote on 3/31/2013, 8:54 AM

There is a very recent discussion on this:
http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/forums/ShowMessage.asp?ForumID=3&MessageID=853191

Steve Grisetti wrote on 3/31/2013, 8:56 AM

Here's what I use to create my tutorials. Excellent results for an excellent price!
http://www.amazon.com/CAD-U37-Condenser-Recording-Microphone/dp/B001AIQGUO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1364734435&sr=8-1&keywords=cad+u37

In fact, check out the whole line of CAD brands on Amazon. You'll likely find one in just your price range.

JohnnyRoy wrote on 3/31/2013, 7:12 PM

You can't go wrong with the Audio-Technica AT2020 USB Condenser USB Microphone. IMHO, it will give you the best quality for the price. I have the non-USB version (AT2020) and it sounds almost as good as my AT4033CL which costs $399! It's a really nice mic.

~jr

Nel. wrote on 4/1/2013, 2:28 AM

Thanks for your suggestions..... Anybody using Samson Meteor or G track?

Altzone wrote on 4/2/2013, 4:35 AM

The Samson C01 is pretty much the industry standard podcasting mic. Reasonable price and excellent performance.
I use it for my radio show and video voiceover work.