Microphone

[Liz]

I am shopping for a computer microphone and not sure what features it should
have. Can anyone recommend the type of microphone (features it should have)
I should get to record narration in a PowerPoint presentation that will be
saved on a CD?

 

[Troy @ TLC Creative]

Their are plenty of options for microphones. If you are looking for
high-quality professional results, these are the two units I have had very
good results with:

1. MXL DRK COMPUTER Microphone by Marshall/MXL. Approx. $100 and is a real
microphone, designed specifically for narration recording.

2. Plantronics DSP 500 Headset. This is a USB based headset with fantastic
recording clarity and ease of use. Approx. $75.

 

[Austin Myers]

I vote for the USB version. The advantage is the signal is digital and is
not subject to the "noise" inside the PC.


Austin Myers
MS PowerPoint MVP Team

PowerPoint Video and PowerPoint Sound Solutions www.pfcmedia.com

 

[Liz]

Thank you both for the quick response. But, are there any a little cheaper?
I don't think my company wants to spend that much.

 

[Austin Myers]

You can try Radio Shack, but you get pretty much what you pay for when it
comes to a decent mic.

Austin Myers
MS PowerPoint MVP Team

PowerPoint Video and PowerPoint Sound Solutions www.pfcmedia.com

 

[Liz]

That's exactly how I feel about it too. Thanks again for the info. Bye