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Xlr microphone to 3.5mm computer, need preamp?
Ok, so I just got a microphone with an xlr connector, and I plan to do some guitar recording with Xlr Microphone it. I'll need an adapter to go from xlr to 3.5mm to plug into my computer, my question is will i need a separate preamp for the mic to have enough output for the computer to pick it up, or will my soundcard be able to amplify it enough? the mic has an impedence of 150 ohms if that helps.
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it is a low-Z mic. You may need a matching transformer if you plan to use on a Hi-Z input.Go back to the store where you purchased the mic and buy the adapters OR check out http://www.partsexpress.com
Get an external preamp with XLR input, otherwise you lose most of the benefit of using a balanced XLR cable. The problems with using an adapter to go to a 3.5 mm unbalanced connector is that even the short distance of the adapter can introduce interference that won’t be there with a straight XLR to XLR connection. On top of that, most PC soundcard preamps and ADCs are extremely low grade (unless you’ve got an internal audio interface card with a high-quality preamp), turning the signal from your nice, expensive mic into a distorted, pixelated mess.Look into a USB or Firewire mic preamp or audio interface that has XLR inputs and optional phantom power.
The microphone and cable you describe has a connector that is called XLR. The end you describe is a male. The type of signal used with an XLR connector with a microphone is called Low impedance or balanced microphone level. Low impedance microphone signal is not normally sent to an amplifier. You need a pre-amp. A mixer provides a preamp or you can purchase a pre-amp as a stand alone device. I suspect the input on your amplifier is 1/4″ and most likely unbalanced also known as TS ( Tip / sleeve ) In most all cases pre-amps or mixers offer a TS unbalance output that would in turn feed your amplifier.
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Yes you can. You can get cables that are either male or female XLR to 1/8″. Though, i don’t know how great the quality is going to be once it goes through. You may have some quality or volume issues. I’ve never tried it. You might consider making the XLR your input and then getting an OUTPUT cable to go to your computer. (I’d guess a 1/2″ to 1/8″ cable. I could be wrong.)Check out this site.http://www.zzounds.com/cat–3996
That would work but you should really look into a cheap audio interface such as the M-Audio Fast Track. This is made for guitarist who just want to record there stuff. You will get much better results. This has an XLR Input and a 1/4″ instrument input and is USB powered. Find it at the link below for 50 bucks
An intereface would be the best way to go as far as equipment add on … BUT .. you can go straight in without loss of sound Quality .. I own my own studio and have used this set up without any problems . an adaptor from XLR to 3.5 Mini stereo is the best way . Dont use the one with a cable extention .