How To Connect XLR Mic To Computer For Beginners

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Welcome to our comprehensive tutorial on connecting an XLR microphone to your computer! Whether you're a budding podcaster, an aspiring musician, or just looking to improve your audio setup, this will help you connect your microphone to your computer.
In this video, we cover 4 different methods to help you connect your XLR microphone to your computer (Mac or PC)
RECOMMENDED INLINE AUDIO INTERFACES
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► MXL USB Mic Mate Pro: currentprice.io/mic-mate-pro
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PRICING FOR EQUIPMENT FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO:
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► Focusrite Scarlett 2i2: currentprice.io/scarlett_2i2
► Yamaha MG10XU: currentprice.io/mg10xu
► Rode Rodecaster Pro 2: currentprice.io/rodecaster2
► Neat King Bee II: currentprice.io/king_bee_ii
► Shure SM7B: currentprice.io/shure_sm7b
► Custom SM7B Micplate: currentprice.io/micplates
► Rode NT1: currentprice.io/rode-nt1-5th
► Beyerdynamic DT990 Pro Headphones: currentprice.io/beyer_dt_990
► XLR Cable: currentprice.io/xlr_cable
► TRS Cable: currentprice.io/trs_cable
► Mic Stand: currentprice.io/desk_stand
► Rode PSA1+ Boom Arm: currentprice.io/psa1_plus
► Quality Acoustic Treatment Panels: currentprice.io/soundpanels
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Connect XLR Mic To Computer
0:33 - Price & Specs
0:45 - Dynamic vs Condenser Microphone
1:45 - Recommended Software: OBS Studio
2:20 - Don't Use XLR to 1/8" Cable
3:35 - Don't Use XLR to USB Cable
4:16 - Option 1: Inline Audio Interface To Computer
6:33 - Option 2: Audio Interface To Computer
8:59 - Option 3: Analog Audio Mixer To Computer
11:15 - Option 4: Digital Audio Mixer To Computer
13:00 - Connect XLR Mic To Computer Summary
14:22 - Final Thoughts
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@user-gi9xy6pm1s 3 ай бұрын

Thanks this is so clear, I understand finally!! Very articulate

@ytonaona 7 ай бұрын

Very nice video thank you very much

@MarxBrosLlc 2 ай бұрын

Very good . Thank you

@cyanon32 5 ай бұрын

amazing thank you!

@cyberdefenseddi 8 ай бұрын

🤙 good stuff

@Djustin77484 Ай бұрын

Can i use the tulip output on my mixer as well to connect it?

@MashmanMusic 5 ай бұрын

Great video. One question, if I purchase the YAMAHA MG10XU as you recommended in a previous video, would I no longer require the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen USB Audio Interface?

@Acts19quiz 8 ай бұрын

What I"m interested in is why the King Bee in the explanation segments sounded better than the Shure SM7B connected to any of the other devices. O: Ah well. Good demonstration covering the different interface types (six, including the two bananas). Would be curious to see how the Boss Gigcaster 5/8 compares to the more expensive Rodecaster. I'd also probably go Yamaha AG-series over MG-series for non-live events (I bought and returned an MG10XU due to chronically low USB output, and kept my Alesis Multimix 4).

@Totendamediatv 8 ай бұрын

I needed this video! Quick one, my audio interface just decided to give in, and I was using it to connect to my mixer for a podcast. What other option do I have to be able to record in the interim till I manage to buy another audio interface?

@kettnercreative 8 ай бұрын

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@mikepruett1745 3 ай бұрын

I HAVE THE BEHRINGER uphoria 404 will that usb go to the p.c. also

@fgellert5623 7 ай бұрын

Really informative and helpful video, thank you so much. Regarding the inline interface with the condenser mic, you say you go into your settings and enable Phantom Power--what settings are these, where can I find them? Are they within OBS or the system settings, and what should I be looking for?

@sisiraux762 5 ай бұрын

I have the same question @kettner

@rongguoliao1266 7 ай бұрын

So I actually have the Sound Blaster X4 and is it okay for me to plug in with the Shure MV7 by using the XLR to audio jack cable?

@Ethan_Robbins_ Ай бұрын

Can you provide some options that don't require drivers and software... essentially plug and play... for my personal setup I use Mac, this isn't an issue... However I would also like the ability to use with my work PC (Windows) but don't have admin rights to download software/drivers , but really want to upgrade my audio quality for my conference calls, and presentations.

@kettnercreative Ай бұрын

Anything you connect to your PC will require a driver, unless you’re using a headset mic of some type… but XLR is not an option .