Hi. I don't have a mic recommendation, but a "powered mic" is one that requires an external power source, not the computer -- such as an amplifier-- for its power.
-----Original Message----- From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Donald Roberts Sent: Saturday, October 30, 2021 4:48 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [all-audio] Explanation needed Because I am looking to purchase a new or used microphone, I need an explanation so that I know exactly what I am looking for. First, I do not wish a USB mike, not because I think they aren't good; rather, I hate the fact that as soon as you plug in a USB mike, it seems to change the sound card settings. I know that some mikes are characterized as not powered meaning I guess that they require power from an external source, presumably from the computer. When we used tape recorders, there apparently was not that distinction, so I assume they did not require external power. So what I am looking for is a mike with a 3.5 mm. stereo plug which derives its power from the computer and which has good but not excellent high frequency response. I would prefer a microphone rather than a head set. I am not necessarily looking for recommendations as to what to look for and what to avoid. Thanks. Don Roberts -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Groups.io Links: You receive all messages sent to this group. View/Reply Online (#3991): https://groups.io/g/all-audio/message/3991 Mute This Topic: https://groups.io/mt/86706767/21656 Group Owner: [email protected] Unsubscribe: https://groups.io/g/all-audio/leave/1074140/21656/405281159/xyzzy [[email protected]] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
