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good quality mic/headset?

by Vanquish
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Hey

I'm looking to record some videos and want to make sure the audio is crisp, clean ad noise is down to a minimum in order to keep the video professional. What mics/headsets which you guys suggest?

Also what are the advantages or disadvantages of choosing a mic over a head set?

Lastly what is the best mic/headset for recording audio/video for IM?


Thank you
#good #mic or headset #quality
  • Profile picture of the author cow194234
    You actually convinced me to log into my account so I could post this so here goes.

    I played counter-strike for about 11 years (online first person shooter video game) because of this I spent a lot of time and money on finding what worked best for both listening and speaking ingame.

    I personally have and back Sennheiser headphones and headsets. I currently use their PC150 headset for my microphone and the HD 555's for my headphones.

    I have used the PC150's as a microphone for doing a few youtube marketing videos so I can tell you that the sound is great. Just make sure not to have any fans running in the background.

    Here is a link to the PC151 I do not think they sell PC150's anymore as they are probably an old model. Sennheiser USA - PC Headset, gaming Headset, PC 151, Skype, VoIP - Private Audio

    IF I were you I would check out the different headsets through Sennheiser and find one that fits your needs/tastes/budget.

    Oh and in no way am I affiliated with them though I should be as they have made a die hard Sennheiser customer only out of me : D

    Hope that helps, and don't be afraid to hit me back if you have a question on the different headsets.
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  • Profile picture of the author cmaclean
    I use this one for screencasts:
    Amazon.com: Blue Microphones Snowball USB Mic...Amazon.com: Blue Microphones Snowball USB Mic...
    It's an excellent mid-range microphone.
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  • Profile picture of the author Vanquish
    Thank you for your input everyone, does anyone have any other suggestions?
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    • Profile picture of the author Lance K
      Originally Posted by Vanquish View Post

      Thank you for your input everyone, does anyone have any other suggestions?
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      I love that thing.
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  • Profile picture of the author Charles Washington
    Logitech Clear Chat is awesome. I think some of the earlier models had problems, but I have a new one and I love it.
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  • Profile picture of the author Kevin Barnes
    Originally Posted by Vanquish View Post

    Hey

    I'm looking to record some videos and want to make sure the audio is crisp, clean ad noise is down to a minimum in order to keep the video professional. What mics/headsets which you guys suggest?

    Also what are the advantages or disadvantages of choosing a mic over a head set?

    Lastly what is the best mic/headset for recording audio/video for IM?


    Thank you
    A good place to start is to check out Jason Van Ordens site called How to Podcast dot com. Her goes over Gear there as well.
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  • Profile picture of the author Online Bliss
    Always use a well recognized brand name.
    Sennheiser makes Professional Studio quality microphones so I would
    choose the model cow194234 mentioned.
    I use to work in the pro audio dept. at Guitar Center
    Sennheiser is a Great choice!
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  • Profile picture of the author RyanRingold
    I have an Audio Technica AT2035 and a Edirol USB Audio Capture UA-25. It works really well for me and I am very happy.

    I think it's the same stuff Mike Stewart recommends at InternetAudioGuy.com
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    • Profile picture of the author Dan C. Rinnert
      Originally Posted by RyanRingold View Post

      I have an Audio Technica AT2035 and a Edirol USB Audio Capture UA-25. It works really well for me and I am very happy.
      Audio-Technica makes great stuff! I have the AT3035, which, if I recall, was highly recommended by people too. It's been a while since I bought it, but I think I sought out recommendations from some audio professionals online in a forum or something, and that's what I came out with.
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      • Profile picture of the author Lance K
        Oh for sure the Audio Technica mic is the way to go. I thought the OP was only interested in headsets. Until I reread it.

        Anyway, I got mine through Mike Stewart as well. His customer service is wonderful!
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