May 27, 20205 yr since we're all doing more and more computer calls these days, i want a decent wired microphone to improve the sound. apparently, a mini 1/8" or 3.5mm jack isnt just a mini jack... some are mono, some stereo, some carry power, etc. basically i worry buying a DSLR-marketed mic wont work on a computer or vice-versa is there a guide on how to buy a decent discreet clip on mic? just get any $100 rode/shure/sennheiser/etymotic?
May 27, 20205 yr We use this Jabra Speak: https://www.jabra.com/business/speakerphones/jabra-speak-series/jabra-speak-410##7410-109 combined with Logitech C920 webcams and very happy with setup.
May 27, 20205 yr If you get a USB mic, you won't have to worry about analog signal path questions. And do you need to move around a lot that would necessitate having a lapel/lav mic? I use one of those snowball mic's on a tripod on the desk and turn the gain up.
May 28, 20205 yr Author 13 hours ago, Chips O'Toole said: If you get a USB mic, you won't have to worry about analog signal path questions. And do you need to move around a lot that would necessitate having a lapel/lav mic? I use one of those snowball mic's on a tripod on the desk and turn the gain up. Don't want another permanent fixture on the desk, and also I kinda figured a lav will pick up more direct voices and be less affected by room echo Apparently a TRRS plug is compatible with most consumer computing devices (smartphones/tablets and most laptops), and no worried about drivers or devices configuration. So considering a Ride SmartLav+ ($70), but the USB suggestion is also a good one....
May 28, 20205 yr I have been thinking the same thing. If you've ever watched Scott Adams daily broadcast, you know that he's fairly state of the art. He says a fifteen dollar lavalier is as good as any of the more expensive units (and he can afford them, believe me). He didn't identify the brand but held it up. It was about the size of a thumb and looked fuzzy. It likely had a windscreen muff on it.
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