USB Microphones for Voice Over Recording

[@-Aidan]

"To USB or not to USB" *Hits like*

[@sagegg]

To USB or not to USB 😂 Shakespeare in 21st century

[@alkashettigar2627]

Explained it so well. Every other person is "Buy XLR mic"

[@nate3296]

His voice is so soothing

[@mrchew5326]

His voice almost put me to sleep

[@nate3296]

+Matthew Dotson Morgan freeman Jr

[@mrchew5326]

I think most people looking at this video just want a really nice mic or have a nice voice as well like for example I do all the voice overs for my schools projects and the mic we have is terrible so I'm looking into investing in one

[@nate3296]

+Matthew Dotson Price range?

[@mrchew5326]

+DrumRole Games 120-160 usd

[@katfoxvan2]

I have learned more about VO from you in the past week than from anyone else in the past six months. Thank you!

[@lsmith6732]

This was a great video, full of information. I never understood why the USB mics were always so poorly spoken about. My Yeti mic is USB and sounds great, to me. I was thinking of buying something else until I listened to this video. Great lessons here. By the way, your voice sounds great! You have a new subscriber here!

[@AshwinMushran]

Thank you for this. I'm tired of so many professionals looking down on USB mics. The 2 I have now come complete with headphone jacks, Gain and stands. I've done a bunch of recordings which after listening to, you wouldn't tell the difference between a full blown studio and a home set up. I've even patched in a free lines for a huge movie dub in an emergency and that was in the theatres. All from the much ridiculed USB mic. My first ones were lacking but the technology is really coming along. Good to hear something positive for a change. Thanks again :-)

[@exoticrpgs5050]

This guy sounds like he could be the voice actor of a wise wizard in a fantasy video game.

[@averidia2764]

lololol Deckard Cain 2017

[@mariyastoyanova31]

Wizard 101 lmaoo

[@MichaelW.1980]

Great video! Several years old but still relevant! Let’s add some more insight to this. 1) A gain knob on the microphone won’t always deliver what it’s inclusion promises. I have seen multiple USB microphones with a gain knob, where the inclusion was a mere afterthought at best. I have had the misfortune to use microphones, where I still had to use the windows volume control on top of cranking the gain knob all the way up. Don’t fall for microphones of brands that produce gaming equipment as well! 2) the level slider for a Windows Audio device is always there and it can mess up the audio of a USB microphone. For every USB microphone, this slider provides software gain, which is inferior to hardware gain, provided by an actual amplifier. The reason for this is, that all the signal, including the self-noise, is being raised in volume, whereas hardware gain raises the actual signal and if you don’t overdo the hardware gain, you can manage to get a much less noisy output. So for a USB microphone, this slider should be set as low as possible and only as high as needed. Ideally, this slider is to be set to 0 of course. The way the level slider on a USB microphone’s recording device works by the way is the exact opposite to an audio interface, where said slider acts as a fader and thus should always remain at 100%.

[@TheRandomINFJ]

Why would you set a slider to 0? This confuses me. 0 would be inaudible.

[@MichaelW.1980]

On an audio interface, yes. There the slider of the recording device of an audio interface, does act as a fader. And set it to anything lower than 100 would reduce your signal to noise ratio, raising the self noise. ***That being said, I was talking about usb microphones.*** On a USB microphone recording device, the slider on the recording device does not reduce the signal the lower you set it but add software gain, the higher you set it. At 0 It will not be muted, but quieter. The issue about software gain is this: Software gain, while raising the signal, will also raise the noise floor on the microphone signal by an equal amount. And if it’s too high, you will both, loose headroom and lower your signal to noise ratio, which will make the self noise of the usb microphone harder to manage.

[@surajitdash]

One of the best presentations I came across on KZbin. Loved it Sir. Very informative and properly explained. Thank you so much !!

[@jolivie143]

I like ur voice sir..want to make it a bed and sleep on it

[@chusunny7756]

Hi William, I can't believe I actually set through the whole 7 minute of your video, I don't find it entertaining or educational to me at all (nor am I interested in a voice over career), but somehow I feel satisfied XD. Please teach me your magic.

[@iano382]

One of the best tutorials I've seen on KZbin. Mr Williams oozes charisma and has the ability to break down what can seem complicated jargon into understandable bite size pieces. Thank you sir!

[@Eschw0457]

Excellent video. In fact, I've almost regretted my Blue Yeti Pro purchase until I stumbled upon this lesson. You've gained a subscriber.

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

+Eschw0457 It's not the wand, it's the magician! Like I said the blue yetis pro produces broadcast quality sound. But YOU produce the performance.

[@howardmathews5572]

+Aliso Creek Voice Over Classes What about the normal edition (~$110) am I ok with it?

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

+Night Hawk The standard yeti has a bit of high frequency hiss but it is very faint.

[@howardmathews5572]

Aliso Creek Voice Over Classes Thank you Sir.

[@Gotmilk0112]

Same. I've seen other videos just outright trash-talk USB mics, saying to "never buy a USB mic, they're garbage, don't use them", but...my Blue Yeti records just fine. It's not professional studio quality, sure, but when listening to my recordings, they sound just as clear and crisp as this video, after a bit of touch-ups in Audacity.

[@Oldan-Enuar]

Mr. Aliso, you really know what you are talking about. You are a Master. It is very nice to hear you. Thank you

[@azrahazorah5284]

Your speech is so professional and friendly, every word is in its place.

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

+Azra Azrolina Thanks, I achieved this through much practice. All that I know is on my website alisocreek.net

[@jclbuxfan]

I had a silver blue yeti. It's pretty good .it had a tiny buzz I could never totally get rid of. Upgraded to Rode nt1-A xlr mic , and I'm very happy with it.old blue is now my backup and travel mic.

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

I have the Yeti Pro (black version) and it is very quiet. Of course the next step up is a standard xlr mic with a USB interface. The Rode NT1-A is VERY quiet, which I like. Clients don't want any hum, hiss or buzz

[@Ghostofmonk]

Aliso Creek Voice Over Classes I just picked up a Blue Yeti Basic (black). I tested it next to my tower computer with the gain turned all the way down. It's virtually silent. There is only the very slightest of high pitched whines that doesn't even show up as a wave in the Audacity program because it's so small. I was surprised that I could get a clean recording in the same room with my tower fans running, much less outside of a soundbooth. I read some tips that a powered usb adapter would get rid of the hum/whine, because they thought it was something about magnetic field of the power supply and fan traveling through the usb cable. Do you have thoughts on this?

[@ThatBugBehindYou]

this was great, nobody else really talks technicals

[@larryhinze9314]

That is because USB mics are not the way to go.

[@GraphixGoddess]

Wow. This answered a lot of questions for me! Thanks so much for the great video! I am between mics right now - professional VO actor - and my old USB one isn't cutting it anymore so I'm looking into a newer setup. This was really helpful for me in deciding which way to go forward.

[@ryandelsignore]

You could be the white Morgan Freeman, your voice is great.

[@thehattedhedgehog]

What about the e-book? There's pdf only, guys. I want to get the book one!

[@humphreybabycentretm2147]

This dude would be great at ASMR.

[@SurenAghabekyan]

So which mic are you using while recording this video?

[@Shodan159]

Man, I love the way you explain things.

[@DraKulisCinematicGaming]

talking about audio quality,,this video has low volume

[@Plus1Coffee]

your voice...god damn is it awesome

[@ragetobe]

I'd just like to say your voice is extremely easy to listen to. On point though thank you for this video it has helped me to identify what I am looking for.

[@redpoint8823]

*Compression video* ?

[@bouboubaba9214]

This channel is a gold mine, thank you :)

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

Usb mics have improved alot over the years but you should buy mics due to your budget and needs if you're recording space is treated or not it doesn't matter if it's usb or xlr if you buy the wrong mic your audio will sound bad regardless

[@ExploreNewZealand]

Great thank you, been wondering about a USB mic

[@culturedsquid8442]

I knew these things already . But man you explain everything so well that I kept listening closely

[@WisLockman]

I use the Rode NT-USB Microphone. It is great for podcasting.

[@hamzter6822]

Kenneth Briggs really? Thanks for telling me :D I thought USB mic’s sucked :o

[@lionheartroar3104]

NT USB Rode IS the best one...miles above the over-celebrated Yeti. Fewer knobs on it but much better sound.

[@sitaavanu07]

I've been looking for this information for a full week. Thank you

[@mchlkbrz1645]

I think you also can't overestimate how important acoustic treatment is. You can have as USD 2,000 mic, but as long as your room sounds bad the recording will always sound amateurish (cheaper mics might even sound better in such an environment). Luckily there are many youtube videos that explain how to do it, and it isn't even expensive. But of course you need a space to do your recordings and that's my biggest problem.

[@hunterking6507]

Dude.. you’re awesome. Seriously. I love this channel.

[@AeroicaGaming]

Good technical information and I appreciate the buyers guide. Thank you

[@AnnaCastiglioniInCharacter]

Very good, simple and concise. I'm a new VO and audiobook narrator, and find all this "engineering stuff" daunting, so thanks!

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

+Anna Castiglioni USB mic, Computer, Audacity recording software and headphones and you're good to go. Here's my video that simplifies the home studio: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqSxpmCredKpqLM

[@AnnaCastiglioniInCharacter]

Aliso Creek Voice Over Classes Have all that, and also Reaper software. I'm producing audiobooks with ACX.

[@MrDoctorRabbit]

Great teachings good sir! I have been struggling with decisions with a microphone, doing voice overs for my sketch comedy game show. You have been a great help

[@Schmuddel]

I haven't been asked for a 24-bit recording yet and I'm hoping that continues; uploading 24-bit uncompressed WAV files, especially for full gigs, would take ages and kill my upload speed.

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

24bit files are 50% larger than 16 bit files so the difference is not that great. Also you should always record voice over in mono not stereo (you only have one mouth and one mic). Stereo makes files that are twice as large with an identical recording in each channel. And yes, so far I've never been asked for 24 bit recordings.

[@muttyman5000]

andriod compatible?

[@bluraynation5188]

is it possible to connect your xlr mic into preamp, and then connect it to an a to d converter to your computer?

[@ekf5018]

Very useful, clean, and easy to understand, thank you :)

[@NeilBaylis]

Nicely written and performed.

[@johnterpack3940]

A slight missed opportunity here. Would have been a pretty powerful argument to reveal that the video was actually recorded with a USB mic. Still, good to know I don't need a mic that costs more than my car to get started.

[@grizzly9960]

Man you have an epic voice! I hope your making a living with it

[@IrishBass11]

USB or not USB : 1. Looked at the mic he was using to record the video ; 2. Realize it was not an USB mic ; 3. Got my answer and left.

[@warmmilk9480]

Congratulations on being intentionally uninformed.

[@warmmilk9480]

Since? I saw that a long time ago when I got into voice acting. How is anything in that video relevant? Even moreso, how is being a "weeb" relevant?

[@Eric_W]

Yeah because obviously by not using an USB mic it means he doesn't know what he's talking about! Way to show off your intelligence, Chumly!

[@thevideosinc]

Sébastien Topping and with that statement, you're already ahead of the game.

[@scivirus3563]

USB has a hi noise floor 20 dB where a Rode Nt1a Xlr condeser for example has 5 dB

[@ingerstarling8933]

Excellent video! Very informative and easy to understand. I learned a lot! Thank you! I'm hooked!

[@AliAtusa]

Excellent video. Very education and yet simple. Thank you!

[@Oldan-Enuar]

Mr Aliso, What can i do if my microphone have not the gain control knob?

[@jalynetheflower1371]

THis was great information keep up the good work

[@gastongsc]

Samson go mic is it good? I travel and need a Portable mic to récord voice for radio spots

[@voices4fun910]

Thx for the upload! I had a snowball which broke(service said it was technical failure), got a new mic. It broke just one day before I was about to start recording for a VO project with a deadline of 10 days only. It was so frustrating and stressful. I am not very well knowledgeable about microphones and I watched some reviews online : comparison with the iCE version. I finally bought it since it was cheaper and promised to have the same cardioid quality as the Snowball but a little bit quieter, however it didn''t seem that way and luckily the producer did accept my recordings(I guess he didn't really have a choice since the VO actor before me was fired and he was late with his project). I would like to upgrade my mic to one that is of great quality and will not break(could it be that USB mics break more often than XLR mics?). William, if you were to choose between a Blue Yeti Standard and a Rode NT-USB, which one would you go for in terms of mic quality and sound? Any other mics in that price range?

[@xerospacious4024]

is the rode nt usb a good choice. It does not come with a gain knob but it's a good mic and the levels should be able to be easily adjusted via recording devices on windows. Is this right?

[@splatterdaynightmares]

Sadly, my mic fell with its mechanical arm (on top of my head of all places) and the pins bent. I'm in the market for a new one, but I can't afford a real expensive one. Hopefully I can find one with these specs at a decent price. Thanks for the info.

[@mangreat71]

what's the difference between this mic and the nt1-a mic or the nt1-a kit ??? Do they both have the same clarity cause that's what i want to know ???? "What mic would be better for rap nt1-a or the rode nt-usb mic" ?????

[@PeaceForAllPFA]

awesome explanation brotha, appreciate the tips

[@theunholinesswithin70]

I can hear the playback fine, the problem is that it's tinny, and not full. My headset is superior to my PCM.

[@Axel-xc7cp]

Which mic is better? Blue Yeti Pro or MXL USB.009 ?

[@rabbits2705]

I'm thinking about the Rode NT-USB Condenser mic, is that a good option for studio recordings? I produce music, but to this day I got no mic to sing in (:

[@LucaMVP]

It's good but the rode podcaster is better.

[@rabbits2705]

Cant agree. Ive seen a comparison video, the USB mic (in my opinipn) sounded much better

[@LucaMVP]

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[@loveb33r88]

Hello good sir, i have a very poor knowledge about mic and audio settings, i want to buy a tonor 3.5mm microphone and i would like to know if a preamp is 100% needed or i could just go with an external usb sound card

[@TheAndreso_]

Hi! Nice video, very helpful! Do you think that Samson C01U Pro would be a good option, or the standard Yeti?? I'm planning on buying a mic to begin, and I have those two options

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

Neither. Get the Blue Yeti Nano. Very quiet and 24 bit. And the least expensive. I use it.

[@TheAndreso_]

@@AlisoCreekVoiceOver Oh! I see, it looks like a neat option, it's not that expensive over here, but the original Yeti is at almost the same price... It's true though that the 24 bits on professional enviroments could help, something that the original one lacks

[@TheSneezingMonkey]

Really enjoyed this video! Good stuff....and helpful! ;)

[@HODIUSDUDE]

Great overview on what to look for. Thank You!

[@RusticChivalry1985]

Great video. Thanks. Do you have any mics in particular you would recommend?

[@efahad]

hi, Very informative video. Any thoughts on the blue yeti pro? Awaiting one to arrive then the more I read about the more I found out about the noise and driver issues but this is yet to be experienced. and just found out about the classes, thank you. Regards, Fahad

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

I have a blue yeti pro and the audio quality is fine. There are problems with drivers and microsoft windows 10. Search "blue yeti pro drivers windows 10" on youtube for some fixes.

[@efahad]

Thank you very much for the quick reply! So, is it a good choice as first microphone or you recommend alternative? budget is no concern, only quality and overall usage.

[@uzonentertainment7907]

Thank you this was very helpful !

[@LonnekeScholten]

Thanks so much for helping me with choosing a good on-the-road usb mic!!

[@robertocalderonabogado1427]

Very professional explanation

[@casaroccafamilyking]

Absolutely superb tutorial! Thank you!!

[@casaroccafamilyking]

+Marc King What would your opinion be of the Blue Yeti Pro?

[@humanbeing4808]

Best video I've ever seen..simple n very truthful. Can you please advise a full package PLUG N PLAY USB MICROPHONE I can use with my laptop ?????????????? I AM AWAITIN YOUR KIND RESPONSE

[@narayan8127]

Very informative video sir, 👍 I'm your new subscriber from India

[@tafenegus]

very nice presentation, Thanx Sir

[@VictoriaSchwimley]

This was so helpful! Thank you!

[@CaptJABRONIE]

I don't know how I stumbled here. But this is very interesting and well done. Nice speed with the presentation of information.

[@MetroidChild]

I have a small question I want to ask, would you consider the t.bone SC 450 USB (german) medium grade microphone with only a -10 db *gain switch* and lowcut filter switch a good option compared to the samson g-track I own which has a *gain knob*? rerouting the audio in my pc only adds a couple of milliseconds of delay, I don't really notice it myself. I would like to know because I saw a good deal on the t.bone mic + a shockmount + a popfilter which was cheaper than buying the things individually, also it will double for if my cousin wants to record vocals instead of having the base plate of the g-track which doesn't hinder more vibrations than holding it manually

[@stephboeker7835]

William, Very informative, lucid and concise description of mic fundamentals. I like your style. :) Now, I'm new at video production and as yet have not done any real, intentional narration or voice overs. I've leaned a bit about making time lapse and video's now, and will soon be ready to practice voice overs and narration. I WILL NEED A MIC !!! I like the idea of a turnkey mic set up w/ USB or 3.5 (1/8") connection to my laptop pc. About my interests : I do wood working & wood turning projects in a small home shop and would like to make "how to" video's. I also do Night Sky photography & time lapse video's as well as wildlife video's and time lapse video's I could certainly narrate. I have a Canon T3i for imaging. While I could use a camera mic (prolly LAV mic) at times, I think I'd like to voice over or narrate my video's most of the time. I'd love to know your opinion / advice , regarding a recommendation for a quality, beginners mic. Maybe one for the $150 mark you set or lower (cheaper for me is appealing :) lol I've researched quite a bit before finding you and have found vast differences between mics that include settings for normal, -10db & even -20db choices. Others have reverb or echo knobs,, ......... , very nice. Some have playback headphone jacks w/ separate volume wheels and many have different directional choices or polar patterns to choose from. That said, is it possible to get a mic in this price range w/ a cardioid or shotgun type pattern and most of these other features? I'd like to know your opinion and/or recommendation as you seem to be one of the few, most knowledgeable and understandable, as well as believable personalities I've come across. I'm 52yrs old so maybe I don't trust the millennials as much as I trust someone like you that may have the same values and ethics I was brought up w/. :) Anyway, thanks for your generous consideration, sincerely, Steph P.S. Sorry bout' the book !!! lol :)

[@WasuFCA]

Great Vid , respect from Thailand. THX uncle.

[@jezwc]

Thank you for this video sir, very informative for a noobie to the VO industry

[@tonylee1693]

sounds great sir , thank you

[@MarilynDIAZDESIGNS]

This mans voice sounds familiar. Lol.

[@Rivenworld]

I have a USB mic, also have Rode NTG1's, NTG2's, Videomic X and LYXPRO LDC10's, all XLR mics (the Videomic X is 3.5mm and mini XLR before anybody comments), got to say they run rings around the USB mic, USB is useful for Skype calls etc but wouldn't use it for anything else simply because the quality isn't there and the self noise is noticeable (not a lot but you can hear it), enjoyed the video though but as somebody has already commented, if USB mics are so good why wasn't he using one to record this? Unless I am mistaken that was a XLR mic on that stand (could be wrong but don't think I am).

[@daviddegenhardt4534]

I just bought a USB mic, and I was real scared before watching this. glad to know they're no bad

[@News2morrow]

Good job, William. Good info.

[@m7mmdpro]

Just tell me what is UR mic?

[@PKCEBC]

Very informative and helpful. Thank you for this video.

[@viralsagar6069]

Chief.. Thats a Great Information.. I am learning VO. I have narrowed down on few USB Mics but I am unable to understand which one should I go for.. Audio TechnicaAT 2500 USB, MXL USB .009, Rode NT-USB, If You would have to buy any of one this, which one will you buy ? Please advise.

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

+Viral Sagar the MXL .009 is by far the best mic 20-20k frequency range, 24 bit 96k recording 114 dB dynamic range headphone jack and gain control. Next would be Rode NT-USB, last is Audio Technica AT 2500 USB. Of course they are also in order of price.

[@elvin33321]

The way you explained things reminds me of George Carlin lol

[@fvazquez64]

Hi William, one question, I'm just about to buy the Blue Yeti Pro, will I have any problems using it on a Conference Room with Skype and a PC with Windows 7?, Great video, thanks!

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

Yes, the Yeti Pro is a good choice. It has an "omni" pattern selection that wil pick up everyone in the room. You may need to downloads drivers for it. It is compatible with windows 7

[@fvazquez64]

Thanks!

[@fvazquez64]

+Y0ken's Domain I'll check it out thanks for sharing.

[@kimberlyjohnson3474]

Thanks so much! You helped me make my decision and I am happy about it!

[@robynb5434]

William, What cable do you use? I'm considering buying a Blue Yeti mic.

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

+Robyn Woods USB mics use a USB cable so the brand of cable doesn't matter. (it not transmitting sound, it's transmitting digital numbers) most of the mics come with the appropriate USB cable

[@joep1131]

again vert good , Thank you.

[@cordero6960]

I've learned a lot thank you Mister!

[@Ralipsi]

Hi! I have a few questions if you don't mine. I'm not sure which microphone i should use for a top notch audio quality for my type of voice and my working needs. I'm on a personal project. Its about reading a novel and recording it on good audio gears for people who have visual problems. I have a good sounding radiophonic voice. slithly (or fairly) deeper than average tone. I am interested in 2 microphones : - 1) Electro-Voice Re20 - 2) Shure SM7(b?) In some occasion i know i might need a flat recording of my voice. But i also know that in some other occasions, compression, loudness boost and effects (to sound more FM like) could be needed. I was wondering which of those mics is best for my voice-over audiobook project but also for a more FM radio sounding for further works such as narrative over videos. And how about the external sound card? I heard about the Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 and wonder if its good enough or too much for my needs? I wont use my mic for music instruments neither a second microphone. I just need to record my talking voice for a good sounding. I also wonder if i need other gears to process the recorded work (like pre-amp, e.q. compressor, effects, etc) Is it already build in the Scarlett Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 or uin any other model / brand would suits better my needs? I plan to use Wavelab 6 or 7. Thanks!

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

+Fabrice “Balfégor” Tremblay both of these mics are "dynamic" mics. My problem with them is they tend to pick up electrical hum. Also I like a 20-20000hz frequency range. The Shure goes up to that but the EV only goes to 18000 which looses a little high end and "air" in the sound. Both will give you that FM sound if you talk close to the mic. Neither is a USB mic so you'll need the Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 to plug the mic into to get the sound into the computer. The sound card is not involved in recording or playback--all that goes in and out through your USB buss. Finally any effects will be handled by your recording software. I hope this helps.

[@Ralipsi]

+Aliso Creek Voice Over Classes Thanks for your quick answer. I dig deep to find what all the gears i need in order to get the job done. Rethinking about it, if i use one of those two, i need to buy an audio interface (A.I.) with a solid mic preamp with a lot of gain with minimal noise. That kind of AI is VERY costy. For instance, if i choose the EV RE20, it mean even the Scarlet 2i4 do not offer a decent preamp, even with a Cloud Lifter C-1. I would hear some ugly background noise (Humm or hiss) and to pay that much for bad results... So i'd need to buy a much more expensive A.I. such as Apollo Twin. So, instead, i'd rather go with a more afordable / convenient mic such as Rode NT USB which is still a decent mic for the price with no extra gear to buy and little to no setup complication. Now i know the Rode NT-USB is not in the same league than the EV RE20. Maybe you have other brand / model in mind for my specific situation. Thanks!

[@Bou89]

I subbed because of the voice. I will learn from you

[@Voicenitum2]

This video was so helpful and educational o: but i think you should change to title to ''History of USB microphones'' XD

[@lionheartroar3104]

I have a spent a fortune to find the best USB microphone, and it is the Rode NT-USB. It has a nice clean range and 0 latency headphone monitoring. plug in your headphones and voila . There is no gain control on the mic itself, but that is no big deal for me. I just preset to my voice in my recording devices tab and I'm good to go. With all due respect , the gentle man said nothing about windscreens or pop filters, which are essential to recording great voice work with USB microphones or any microphone that doesn't have any built in pop filter material ...The Rode Podcaster does, but is more expensive and sounds tinny. Thank me later for this advice.

[@ThePolowan]

Hi, thanks for the help ! Also is it necessarry to have a good audio to match the usb system ? I mean, if the audio card within my computer is kind of cheap, do i need to buy an external one ? If by any chance you read this i’ll also ask : Will a mid-cheap microphone (as the ones you suggested) be more likely to catch the tiny yet undesired sounds such as a laptop’s ventilator ? (I know that cheap gaming’s mic do and expensive one’s don’t. But I don’t know how work mic used for singing)

[@AlisoCreekVoiceOver]

+ThePolowan USB doesn't go through the audio card. The digitized signal goes directly into the recording software. If you use the computer speakers the audio IS played back through the audio card. Actually the best quality mics are more likely to pick up sounds like the computer fan so you have to isolate the computer a bit.

[@mrgebruiker13]

I found this video superb! thank you very much (:

[@santanu-io]

Great detailed presentation with all scientific facts. Impressed.