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jakebuffer
02-08-2013, 02:03 PM
Im new to Internet Broadcasting and I am wondering what microphones people are using. I am currently using a Creative Labs Fatal1ty Gaming Headset and it works great for just talking to people on Skype. So what microphone are you using?

andrewzarian
02-08-2013, 02:18 PM
Hi Jake welcome to the IAIB Forum,

It comes down to a budget. If you are looking to get started with a good mic that that has USB and the option to use XLR later down the road go with the ATR2005 (http://www.amazon.com/Technica-AT2005USB-Cardioid-Dynamic-Microphone/dp/B007JX8O0Y/?tag=thgufrquponet-20)

How much of a budget are you working with?

jakebuffer
02-08-2013, 02:31 PM
Hello Andrew thanks for the warm welcome to the IAIB. My current budget is around $50, The ATR2005 looks great but it seems a little cheap for a good microphone. What are peoples experiences with it?

RadarGaming
02-08-2013, 02:39 PM
What are peoples experiences with it?

Hey Jake welcome to the IAIB, I have the ATR2100 (http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATR2100-USB-Cardioid-Dynamic-Microphone/dp/B004QJOZS4) which is very close to the ATR2005 and the microphone is amazing. You should really check it out.

AndrewSeabrook
02-08-2013, 05:11 PM
Read Mike Phillips reviews of the ATR2100 here http://www.scoop.it/t/audio-equipment-and-techniques-for-webcasters-and-podcasters (http://www.scoop.it/t/audio-equipment-and-techniques-for-webcasters-and-podcasters)and do a search of this forum. Almost unviersaly you will find people are very happy with both the ATR2100 and ATR2005. There is also a Samson mike which seems to be a clone. I have a ATR2100 which I use in both the studio and the field and find it excellent for both

erictimmer
02-09-2013, 01:18 PM
The 2005 is a great mic and should cost more but it doesn't to get one!!