[Web4lib] mic recommendations

[Chris Barr]

One thing to remember is that Apple long ago got rid of a microphone 
input on their machines. Therefore you would have to get an adapter 
(usually $40+) for a normal mic.

For a simple plug and play solution for a single narrator, my suggestion 
would be to try out a USB headset like those made Plantronics or 
Logitech. Depending on the microphone quality in the headset, USB should 
potentially provide better digital audio than the tiny mic jack and 
allow you to plug just one cord into a machine for headphones and a mic. 
And it'll save you from shelling out extra dough for an adapter on the 
Mac. It won't be radio station fidelity, but a good way to start for cheap.

Something like this: 
http://www.amazon.com/Stereo-Headset-Multi-Media-Line/dp/B000F0010E/ref=sr_1_44?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1196448768&sr=1-44

Best,
Chris Barr
Villanova University




Sebastian Derry wrote:
> I'm looking for suggestions for reasonably-priced microphone, for use in podcasting/vodcasting (I'd want to purchase 2)? Types that are both PC and MAC compatible (read "idiot proof") would be useful. Thanks for all replies!
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> Sebastian Derry
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> Temple University
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