This is a very high quality hand-held microphone at an extremely affordable price. It works beautifully with speech recognition software and has been compared by many to the considerably more expensive Sennheiser MD431II. We simply say this: hold it, use it with speech recognition software, and you will be convinced.
Specifications:
- Microphone Type: Dynamic
- Frequency Response: 80 Hz - 12 kHz
- Polar Pattern: Super-cardioid
- Output Impedance: 200 ohms
- Sensitivity: -54 dBV/Pa (2.2. mv/pa)
- Connector: 3-pin gold plated balance XLR Male
- Weight: 12 oz (370 g)
Features:
- Ultra sensitive, neodymium element picks up all of the nuances of any performance
- Tight super-cardioid polar pattern minimizes feedback problems and effectively rejects signals not originating directly in front of the mic capsule
- Extended range frequency response for optimum reproduction and exceptionally clear, crisp sound
- Rugged zinc alloy die-casting case ensures reliable performance in even the most demanding environments
- The Q7 can be mounted on any standard microphone stand (using the included mic clip
- Includes foam-lined, impact resistant carrying case
- Gold-plated XLR Connector
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Comments: If you don't mind the need to use an appropriate microphone stand (see below) this is an extraordinarily high quality desktop or hand-held microphone for use with speech recognition software. It will provide superb results and is very very noise canceling. We have been amazed at the ability to successfully use this microphone a full 12 inches away from our mouth and get great speech recognition results even with music playing from our desktop speakers.
We recommend using it with a monaural external sound adapter, such as the Andrea USB adapter, but using an appropriate XLR to 1/8 inch adapter (see below), it can also be plugged directly into your PC. Be sure to order the XLR to 1/8 inch male adapter (below) and consider the foam wind screen. Shipping weight about 3 lbs.
Special Note: This microphone is not bundled with a cable. If you plan to interface this with your PC or an external sound adapter (recommended), you should purchase one of the XLR to 1/8 cables below.
