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Which microphone to buy to convert voice to text?

by Peter Thomas
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Hello Warriors,

I have a lot of hand-written notes on my niche. I already work 9 hours a day at work as Computer Programmer and don't want to type again when I come home in the evening to work on my IM business. I want to speak into a microphone and using my new Windows 8 PC want to convert my blog posts that I spoke into text.

Which is the best microphone in your opinion under $100 to buy?

Thanks,
Peter.
#buy #convert #microphone #text #voice
  • Profile picture of the author merezza
    I don't have personal experience with them but I've heard great things about the Blue Microphones line. For you, I would say the Snowball is probably the best choice. It's what a lot of people use for dictation and podcast recording if they don't want to deal with a headset which can get uncomfortable.
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  • Profile picture of the author eugenedm
    Ipad, iphones have pretty good mics. I'm also using Logitech Wireless Headset. Works like a charm.
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  • Profile picture of the author sethczerepak
    Get "Dragon Naturally Speaking." Works with a bluetooth, well worth the money.
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  • Profile picture of the author merezza
    Yes but it only works with most bluetooth on PC, keep in mind if you're reading this and have a Mac, as it will work with the specified mics on their site.
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  • Profile picture of the author stoltingmediagroup
    Originally Posted by Peter Thomas View Post

    I want to speak into a microphone and using my new Windows 8 PC want to convert my blog posts that I spoke into text.
    Which is the best microphone in your opinion under $100 to buy?
    Thanks, Peter.
    For the purpose of voice to text, I doubt you need to go over even $50 for a decent headset/microphone. As long as your voice remains between you and your PC. (Some marketers use cheap mics for voice recording in order to create videos etc, and I don't recommend that). If it's strictly for voice to text however, don't waste too much time asking for which one to use, and just go to any PC store or best buy, or a radio shack or other, and pick up any old brand name $50 mic/headset or standalone mic. It will work. (assuming your software is of similar quality to dragon naturally speaking.)
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  • Profile picture of the author metaarticles
    I use a very cheap Logitech Stereo Headset H150 and it works well for me. I dont think we need anything special for speak recognition. However, the software you use matters a lot.
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  • Profile picture of the author icemonkey9
    I have a GREAT suggestion for you - and it's the microphone I use. It's the Blue Snowball. Nearly a 5-STAR rating on Amazon and it runs under $65. It's a "professional podcasting microphone" and I've used it for recording audio, streaming audio, and even recording music. It's amazing and if you want the clarity that speech-to-text programs demand, use this mic.
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  • Profile picture of the author Phil Craig
    I like the Logitech G330 headset. It's adjustable and sits behind the head. I find it to be more comfortable.

    I use it for speech recognition on both Mac and PC and it works like a champ. Most accurate I've owned.

    I'm a headphone/mic geek and have tried just about every one made.

    I really wanted to go with desktop, but they always pick up more noise than an on head version.

    Plus, I travel a lot. The G330 packs well.

    They list for $49, but I bought one on sale at BestBuy for $19 (I think they were being discontinued). I own a couple, just in case I lose one (I love them so much).

    You will find them on eBay or Amazon.

    Have fun dictating.

    Phil
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    • Profile picture of the author Peter Thomas
      Thank you every one. I found Logitech g330 at best buy.
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  • Profile picture of the author Sarevok
    I second the blue snowball; I've used it for a while now.

    Good sound quality, good product.

    Total ownage.

    (looks "oldschool" too).



    PS: Logitech is a very high quality company too; you can't go wrong with their products. (Their warranty policies are the best on the market period).
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  • Profile picture of the author mervp
    The standard kind of headset/mic that comes with the Dragon software should handle most any voice to text task. I prefer the mics that extend to near the mouth, versus the "side of the head" mics. This should really be as simple as using a standard mouse for standard computing at this point in the technology, no need to go exotic with the equipment to get it to work right.
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  • Profile picture of the author KingRoyal
    Honestly I just use a logitech from Walmart, using the Dragon software
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    • Profile picture of the author Peter Thomas
      I want to use the built in voice to text software in windows 8, not planning to get DNS.
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