XLR is the defacto standard for connecting balanced microphones
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Can I connect XLR mic to my portable Bluetooth speaker (with sufficient signal strength)?
I have a small, portable, battery-powered Bluetooth speaker (has aux input) and an XLR microphone (Shure SM57). I was wondering if there is anything I could use to convert the microphone signal to 3....
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What's the difference between 3 pin, 4 pin, and 5 pin XLR intercom headsets?
I'm looking for new headsets for an old Clear-com intercom system in a community theatre. All the plugs in the walls for the system are 3-pin XLR, but shopping around I can't find anything but 4 and 5 ...
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Software equivalents for the high end hardware microphone pre amps
Is there an (affordable) software version of a microphone preamp (such as the world class but unaffordable avalon 737 specifications) that allows my (phantom powered) nararted voice audio recordings ...
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How can I run mics with xlr into an old (ancient) mixer with 1/4 TS inputs?
Output from the mixer will go to a recording program on a tablet (we've got that part figured out). Reason for doing this is the band I'm in wants to create some practice tracks for the songs we are ...
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Splitting a condenser mic and using phantom power
I have a condenser mic that requires phantom power. I have a mixer that provides phantom power, and also a dedicated phantom power box if I need it.
I would like to hook my microphone up to my mixer, ...
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Does an XLR adaptor provide higher quality audio?
I'm looking to purchase wireless lav mics and an audio recorder. Whilst searching for multi-track recorders I read that using XLR cables will provide better quality than regular connectors.
https://...
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What hardware is required to output MacBook audio to iPhone 7?
I record piano videos using Garageband on my MacBook and Filmic Pro on my iPhone 7. I'm attempting to output the sound from Garageband into the audio track while filming.
Here's what I tried:
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How to connect dbx 286s and dbx 266xs to Behringer DX2000USB Mixer
This is my first question here. Thank you for your help! Much appreciated!
I run a small online EDM radio station on a Mac mini running Radiologik DJ and NiceCast and I have been using the Behringer ...
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Connecting two dynamic microphones to one preamp
Our podcast recording setup is a Behringer multitrack mixer with 4 preamps and we have 5 microphones. I have made peace with the fact that two microphones will have to occupy the same track. How would ...
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Is it ok to put an unbalanced 1/4 inch line through an XLR stage snake?
I've been tasked with setting up and doing sound design for an upcoming live event.Unfortunately, the equipment I have to work with is somewhat lacking.
The analogue mixing desk (Allen & Heath ...
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Can I add a 3rd XLR mic to a Behringer - Xenyx 802 mixer?
I currently have a Beringher - Xenyx X802 mixer and use it to run 2 XLR microphones.
I want to add a third mic and was wondering whether I could use an external phantom power box and connect to one ...
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Phantom Power: Would it run through TSR plugs and if so would it cause electrocution?
I have a professional external sound card and a condenser mic. However I'm not a musician and I have not bought the equipment for the purpose music production as it is only for the purpose developing ...
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Connect compressor directly to PC sound card
Imagine that you have:
A microphone (XLR)
Audio compressor (Behringer MDX2600)
PC internal sound card (like Creative Sound Blaster Z)
Is it possible to connect it like this?:
Mic(XLR) > Compressor ...
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How to record sounds with an XLR cable
I'm looking into buying my first microphone, and I've (basically) decided on a used SM57. It comes with a standard cable (I'm guessing XLR to XLR), however, I'm wondering how to record various sound ...
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How should Mini XLR condenser microphone be wired?
I have bought an AKG WMS 40 (Instrument) kit which comes with the PT 40 bodypack transmitter. This has a mini XLR socket. I am trying to use it with a spare headset mic that had a 3.5mm mono connector ...
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How do I wire my Fostex PM0.5n?
I'm setting up my monitoring speakers PM0.5n and I'm wondering about the correct wiring of the cable to plug into the combined xlr/jack connector.
I couldn't find the manual online, and the manual for ...
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How to convert Stereo RCA to XLR?
I am extracting HDMI audio using an optical Toslink + L/R Stereo Analog Converter (VHD-H2HSAs),
then using a Y patch cable XLR Male to 2 RCA Male (Seismic Audio-SA-Y6-6 Inch Splitter) I connect to ...
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XLR AT2020 Problem
My Audio Technica AT2020 is plugged into a interface called the Scarlett solo.
For some odd reason I will be recording when randomly I will look at the audio bar and is not going up and down it's ...
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Unbalanced Line Level vs Balanced Microphone Level [closed]
So, I'm trying to digitise some vinyls. I have a big amplifier, and I might just use the preamp in that, but I might instead get the Radial J33. The Radial J33 is a phono preamp, but it has both RCA ...
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Phantom power through a Line input
I'm looking to buy an audio interface for recording guitar. I'm planning on splitting my signal chain into 2, with 1 channel going direct into the interface using the line input, and the other going ...
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My new sennheiser doesn't have an XLR port, what is this plug called? (picture included)
I'm new to the world of sound equipment, but I found a really nice deal on a used Sennheiser ME 66. Unfortunately, I was expecting an XLR port, but instead it has this (see picture). I'm not sure what ...
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Faulty TRS jack question
I purchased a new JBL Nano Patch+ volume control which sits between my computer audio output and a set of Yamaha HS7 monitors.
The jack in the left audio output needs to sit slightly recessed out the ...
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Why do some XLR connectors take batteries?
New to audio recording, and have a question regarding my mics.
A few months back I acquired two Audio Technica AT899 lav mics, that I connect to a Zoom h4n. I use these to record interviews.
I ...
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What is the best way to wire an audio interface with 1/4 outputs to studio monitors that have an XLR input?
I have a scarlet audio interface with 1/4 outputs, and I'm thinking about purchasing EVENT 20/30s. The 20/30s have XLR inputs. What is the best way to connect the two without losing sound quality?
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microphone levels on a XENYX mixer very low
The setup I put together is a mixer by Behringer QX1202USB and a few microphones in the range of 20-25 € (Soundkinh EH 002, Superlux D103 13X, Dehringer XM 8500 ULTRAVOICE).
Two microphones came with ...
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Connecting electric guitar to XLR
Is it possible and safe to connect my electric guitar to XLR input in my Focusrite - Scarlett Solo?
If so, will I be getting worse signal from XLR than instrument input ?
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How to record with a phantom powered microphone on a computer?
I want to record with a CAD Audio GXL2200 Cardioid Condenser Microphone into a laptop, but I don't know how to connect it.
The mic did not come with a cord, so I bought one, but the plug in is way ...
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How to connect lavalier microphone with 3.5 jacks into XLR/TRS (using a converter)?
I have two lav microphones, Audio-Technica ATR3350, that have 3.5mm (1/8) mini-jacks
I am looking at Tascam DR60 Mk2 that has 2 XLR/TRS combo ports for input.
Could I use 1/8 to 1/4 adapters on the ...
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What makes XLR so durable?
According to this wikipedia page (2nd alinea), XLR have a durable construction and so are used in combination with a microphone. But what makes a XLR connection so durable? (And why aren't TRS ...
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Help with setting up audio recording for retirement home meeting
First time posting on here. My mother's apartment complex like to record their board meeting and are on a small (< $300) budget. There should be four board members speaking, each should have a ...
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converting 4 pin TRRS headset jack to 5 pin XLR headset jack
First off, I hope this is mostly on topic.
I am in the process of modifying the design of a raspberry pi like device to fit it with a 5 pin xlr jack for connecting a stereo intercom headset. I know ...
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Plugging in and removing XLR mics while device is on
Is it ok to connect and disconnect XLR mics from a Zoom H5 while the device is powered on?
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Can I use an AKG WMS40 wireless system to transmit a signal coming from a headphone jack?
I have an AKG WMS40 wireless emitter/receiver combo which I use with a condenser mic that needs phantom power and gets it from the emitter bodypack.
If I use a minijack to mini-XLR adapter cable, can ...
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What is the difference between XLR and JACK out?
Hi I was just wanting to know what the difference is between XLR and JACK out is. I'm sort of new to this sort of thing. (So if someone could explain it as simple as possible would be great!)
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Running balanced audio over CAT6? [duplicate]
I have to run stereo, unbalanced line-level audio about 120 ft, past a lot of heavy noise sources. I will grab some DI boxes and run balanced audio instead.
My question is: I have a ton of 24 AWG ...
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XLR output vs. 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) output - Which one is better for recording?
I got an Ibanez AEG8E acoustic guitar and a Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 interface. The guitar has two outputs, a XLR output and a 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) output for instrument cable. The interface provides both ...
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Crackling noise coming out the SM7B microphone
I recently ordered an open-box SM7B (perfect condition), so far so good, except there's some crackling noise coming out of the audio signal.
You can hear a sample of the crackling noise here, it's ...
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How can I configure a computer to take 1/4" or XLR input without it sounding like I'm using toasters as AV equipment?
I have relatively high quality audio using TRS 1/4" or XLR (my choice) that I'd like a computer to be able to use as an input device. I'm hoping for it to be 24-bit- is there a way to do this using a ...
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Headphones output for Sony Alpha A77
I have AKG D5S super-cardial dinamic XLR microphone.
I have 20 meters XLR female->3.5mm angled stereo cable
I have Sony A77 camera
All this works well recording the sound.
There is Sony A99, which ...
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Waterproofing XLR connections?
Hi everyone,
I just got home from a wild show up in Canada which was outdoors.
The day before the show, they had their worst blizzard in the past 5 years, all while I was setting up my PA and FOH ...
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Is there a significant difference in sound quality between 1/4" jacks and XLR inputs for microphones?
I have a mixer that has 4 microphone channels. Each one has both a 1/4" jack input, and a three pronged input (XLR). I can choose one or the other for connecting my microphone.
I am about to buy ...
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XLR cables not a tight fit with SM57s
I have a few SM57's that I use at church. Sometimes the cables "wobble" in the end of the mic and it shorts out. The cables that seem to do this came with a package deal through Behringer. My ...
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Sterling Audio ST51 Condenser Mic XLR cord doesn't fit all the way and won't work
So I bought a Sterling Audio ST51 Condenser Mic on Monday to record vocals for some of my songs.
the mic
I bought it used from Guitar Center but they said it worked fine and obviously tested it. As ...
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XLR Y-Cable in signal chain
Hey,
I'm thinking of adding an XLR Y-cable into my setup when I'm only recording with one mic to allow me to have a back-up recording at a lower level. This should be particularly useful when ...
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Do XLR cables wear out?
Is there any noticeable difference in sound quality if you use a new XLR cable instead of a well-used 10 years old one?
I work at our local church and can borrow a cable from there to do some ...
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Connect 1/4 inch TRS to 1/8 inch stereo input on computer?
Can anyone tell me how to connect my studio monitor speakers with an XLR or 1/4 inch TRS input to my 1/8 inch stereo output on my computer sound card? I don't see any adapters or cords that convert ...
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5 Pin DIN to XLR/Jack for Old Old Old Microphones?
I'm off to bed in a moment so just a quick one...
Has anyone ever come across any old pre-1950/60s mics using the 5 Pin DIN (5/180°) connections? (Or MIDI cable connections if that jogs the memory ...
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I want to connect my iPod using the headset jack to a portable PA system and am worried about phantom power
I have a Liberty 4500 portable PA system and a headset plug to male XLR adapter.
I am afraid the phantom power from the Liberty PA system will fry my iPod.
How can I prevent it from happening?
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Fix / manage loose connections on microphones (XLR)
I have a small home studio, and use about a dozen microphones. As it is a home studio, I work on a limited budget. I purchased inexpensive cables and used (but good) microphones. However, recently ...
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USB mic vs. XLR, 3.5mm, or 1/4 inch connector
What are the advantages of having a USB mic over having a XLR, 3.5mm, or 1/4 inch connector? I.e. quality, price, portability. I am looking at recording sound for video and I'm not sure what type ...
