I want to record it on my computer, but I can do it on Garageband with
headphones with a mic. It just doesn’t want to accept my large m4a audio file.
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On Dec 8, 2018, at 8:40 AM, (Redacted sender "jojoafbmil" for DMARC)
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
I am confused are you wanting to hook the mike to the phone using the mini
usb on a phone it's a mini usb not the same as a PC or laptop standard usb.
Also those mini ports can vary depending on phone manufacturers and type for
a specific model.
On Saturday, December 8, 2018 Marissa Miranda <audacity4blind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
Phone, cause I don’t think I can do GarageBand onWindows. If I could, I want
to.
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On Dec 8, 2018, at 6:52 AM, (Redacted sender "jojoafbmil" for DMARC)
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi, another thought came to mind an usb microphone or you can get a xrl to
usb cable for example again the cable around 10 dollars online or Mike's
from 20 dollars on up to what you want to spend.
Are you using your phone with the garage app or are you doing this on a
laptop or PC I was wondering?
AGPtek CM2 3M Microphone USB Mic Link Cable USB Male to XLR Female
On Friday, December 7, 2018 Marissa Miranda <audacity4blind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
Lol. All i wanna do is get this song done by Christmas. I have the
instrumental in stereo quality. I use GarageBand, but sometimes, it’s iffy
on my phone.
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On Dec 7, 2018, at 6:16 PM, (Redacted sender "jojoafbmil" for DMARC)
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
The adapter first mentioned would be my 1st option I use them all the time.
Also you can boost the audio in windows playback and/or recording devices.
I use them all the time however not on a microphone. At least not yet lol.
Audacity I am thinking can do reverb if not you can get a in expensive
reverb for mike's I used a few in the past. Years ago I got one from
RadioShack when using multitrack tape recorders.
On Friday, December 7, 2018 Marissa Miranda <audacity4blind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
Which would be the most cost effective option? I just want to record vocals
over a track. And add reverb and such to it too.
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On Dec 7, 2018, at 1:31 PM, (Redacted sender "jojoafbmil" for DMARC)
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Shure SM58 Handheld Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Is an XRL model depending on the cord you got it can be XLR connectors -
male plug on one end, female on the other.
Or you can get an XRL one end that connects to the microphone and ¼ that
can be connected to the ¼ adapter
Because its recommended and uncommon and/or XRL it is not typical to use
XLR connectors for stereo signals, unless it is for a special one-off
purpose where the lack of balancing doesn't matter, and the convenience
factor outweighs anything else.
That microphone is not stereo and the adapter mentioned in the 1st
responded to would work.
If you wanted or needed to plug it into your PC sound card or pc
microphone slot.
First, an SM58 is a dynamic mic, so it does not need phantom power.
Phantom power probably won't hurt it, but it's not doing anything so turn
it off. That being said, dynamic mics tend to have less signal level
coming in than a condenser mic(condenser mics are mics that require
phantom power.
Also Any dynamic microphone with a low impedance balanced output, like the
SM58, is not affected by phantom power. Phantom Power will not damage a
professional dynamic microphone.
And interfaces do give you the option of phantom power or not using it.
If and when you are considering an interface make sure that you can put it
on and off.
In references to , the microphone has an XLR or other analog plug that
doesn’t appear to be readily compatible with your computer. You might be
able to get away with plugging it in to the analog audio in on your PC,
but the interference and lack of power can have an adverse effect on your
overall sound quality Re the USB (universal serial bus) if it requires one.
USB Mic Converter
If you have an XLR microphone, you’re probably going to want to take a
look at one of the simplest solutions out there. An XLR to USB signal
converter plugs directly in to your microphone and provides a USB
connection directly to the computer. From there, your system detects a USB
microphone and your built-in system drivers take over from there.
The great thing about these adapters is that they often provide 48V
phantom power to the microphone. Many XLR mics, especially large diaphragm
condenser microphones, require phantom power to generate clean audio that
comes across a sensitive capsule located within the frame. Sound waves
don’t actually do a lot of pushing, so some microphones need a little
extra energy to amplify that signal and send down audio. This is a good
thing One option available to you is the Icicle from Blue. Blue makes an
excellent line of microphones including the Yeti and Snowball. The Icicle
is essentially a single piece that connects to the bottom of your XLR
microphone and provides a USB port on the other end. No special drivers
are required, and you can use it with Mac, PC, and Linux. A single analog
volume knob on the device makes fine-tuning your volume levels easy. You
can find the Icicle for around $40 fairly easily.
The other option would be an interface but make sure its compatible with
audacity which the prior post have discussed. Verify that with the
technical support folks who make the interface. Also make sure its clear
if you want to do multiple tracks at a time if not and you just want to do
2 tracks at a time then that is not an issue.
I mentioned two that some claim work with Audacity here was another one I
was looking at Tascam US-16x8 USB 2.0 Audio Interface
I do multiple at one time for example a band or when digitizing multi
track recordings. I also posted a work around for that.
SM58 mic
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From: Marissa Miranda <pianogirlforlife7@xxxxxxxxx>
To: audacity4blind <audacity4blind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Fri, Dec 7, 2018 3:56 pm
Subject: [audacity4blind] Re: Recording with Audacity
It’s a professional mic. SM58 mic. And I need it on USB.
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On Dec 7, 2018, at 12:50 PM, (Redacted sender "jojoafbmil" for DMARC)
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi lol ok no problem its confusing at times especially with all the new
technology that continues to unfold.
Older microphones use 1/4 that is on one end and a XLR connectors are
3-pin connectors on the other end that XRL connects into the mike. Some
however are wired directly into the mike and they have the 1/4 on one and
the mike on the other end. They are in most cases not stereo.
You pc microphone is a 1/8 and it is stereo for example.
Your pedal jack is most likely a ¼ jack.
So when converting a ¼ jack to a 1/8 jack its important to use a proper
adapter that is mono on one end and stereo on the other end. Older mikes
are mono. Your pedal cord most likely is mono without the model # or make
I can not say for shure.
Often used in pro-audio applications, this connector is also known as a
phone connector. This is because it was used for years by telephone
operators to patch telephone connections together. It has a
tip/ring/sleeve design, like the 3.5mm connector, but it is larger in
length and diameter. The 1/4-inch connectors may have only a tip and
sleeve, or a tip, ring and sleeve (TRS). A TRS connection is used for
balanced audio lines, or depending upon the equipment, for stereo sound.
The 1/4-inch connectors are very common on musical instruments
(especially guitars), and other staging devices such as effects pedals,
mixing consoles, speakers, and amplifiers.
A common amp like say a Fender Basemen 10 or a Pa have female jacks that
are 1/4.
The 3.5 mm connector is commonly called a 1/8-inch connector or a
mini-plug. This connector is a small, thin metal plug that can be used to
carry one, two, or even three signals. The tip of the plug is separated
from the sleeve of the connector by a concentric band of insulating
material. For stereo or audio/video versions of the plug, there may be
one or two additional metal bands, called rings, placed between the tip
and the sleeve. 3.5mm connectors are commonly used for computers and
portable devices for mono or stereo audio. A computer's sound card uses
these connectors for speakers, line-in/line-out connections, and also for
microphones. Portable devices use the 3.5mm interface as a line-out
connection for headphones or for connection to an auxiliary input on an
amplifier. The "three-pole" version of the 3.5mm plug is often used on
camcorders. This plug has a tip and two rings, which can carry video as
well as right/left stereo audio.
Similar in size to the standard 3.5 mm connector, the 3.5 mm Optical Mini
Plug is designed for digital audio application. This connector is
commonly found on Apple® computers and some portable audio devices. This
type of connector is often adapted to a standard TOSLINK® connector.
MIDI MIDI is short for Musical Instrument Digital Interface is a
technical standard that describes a communications protocol, digital
interface, and electrical connectors that connect a wide variety of
electronic musical instruments, computers, and related audio devices. A
single MIDI link can carry up to sixteen channels of information, each of
which can be routed to a separate device.
MIDI carries event messages that specify notation, pitch, velocity,
vibrato, panning, and clock signals (which set tempo). For example, a
MIDI keyboard or other controller might trigger a sound module to
generate sound produced by a keyboard amplifier. MIDI data can be
transferred via midi cable, or recorded to a sequencer to be edited or
played back.
I will break it down for you some more.
Common Cable Connectors Explained
In the audio world, there are six common cable connectors you’ll come
across frequently: TRS and XLR for balanced connections and TS, RCA,
SpeakON, and banana plugs for unbalanced connections.
TRS
TRS is the abbreviation for “Tip, Ring, Sleeve.” It looks like a standard
1/4″ or 1/8″ plug but with an extra “ring” on its shaft. TRS cables have
two conductors plus a ground (shield). They are commonly used to connect
balanced equipment or for running both left and right mono signals to
stereo headphones. You will also find TRS connectors on the stem of Y
cables. These are used for mixer insert jacks where the signal is sent
out through one wire and comes back in through the other.
XLR
XLR connectors are 3-pin connectors: positive, negative, and ground. They
are usually used for transmitting microphone or balanced line-level
signals. In audio, you will typically see XLR cables connecting
microphones to mixers and connecting various outputs to powered speakers.
TS
TS is the abbreviation for “Tip, Sleeve” and refers to a specific type of
1/4″ or 1/8″ connector that is set up for 2-conductor, unbalanced
operation. One insulator ring separates the tip and sleeve. The tip is
generally considered the “hot,” or the carrier of the signal, while the
sleeve is where the ground or shield is connected. TS cables are best
known as guitar or line-level instrument cables.
RCA
RCA is the common name for phono connectors used to connect most consumer
stereo equipment. Typically, you will see tape or CD inputs and outputs
using RCA connectors. In the digital audio realm, RCA connectors are also
used for S/PDIF connections, although true S/PDIF cables are more robust.
speakON
A speakON connector is used to connect power amplifiers to PA speakers
and stage monitors. These are often preferred over 1/4″ TS connections
because of their ability to lock into place. Since you should NEVER use
an instrument cable to connect an amp to a speaker, they also help to
avoid risky cabling mixups.
Banana Plug
A banana plug is an electrical connector that is designed to join audio
wires, such as speaker wires, to the binding posts on the back of many
power amplifiers or to special jacks called banana jacks. These jacks are
commonly found at the ends of binding post receptacles on the back of
power amps. The ends of the wires are held in place by a locking screw.
An audio interface
An audio interface is a piece of hardware that expands and improves the
sonic capabilities of a computer. Some audio interfaces give you the
ability to connect professional microphones, instruments and other kinds
of signals to a computer, and output a variety of signals as well. In
addition to expanding your inputs and outputs, audio interfaces can also
greatly improve the sound quality of your computer. Every time you record
new audio or listen through speakers and headphones, the audio interface
will reproduce a more accurate representation of the sounds. They’re an
component in computer-based audio production. They’re used for recording
music and podcasts, and in video post production for recording
voice-overs and sound design
When an audio interface is used with a computer, it acts as the
computer’s sound card. In this sense, an audio interface is very similar
to a consumer sound card. However, the similarities end there. A good
audio interface not only enables you to connect an assortment of
different analog and digital signals, it also provides a more accurate
digital clock and superior analog circuitry that improves the overall
sound quality. You can achieve an entirely different level of audio than
you would by just using the stock sound card that comes with a computer.
Some audio interfaces connect to computers through common USB ports,
while others use more esoteric connections like PCMCIA slots. When you’re
choosing an audio interface, it’s very important to determine the
specific kind of port that’s available on your computer. This will help
you find an audio interface that will be compatible with your computer,
and narrow down the number of possible models from which you can choose.
Which one is the best port to use to connect an audio interface to a
computer?
This depends on your specific needs. If you plan on tracking and
overdubbing with multiple microphones or instruments simultaneously,
you’re better off using a high-speed port such as FireWire. If you don’t
plan on recording with more than two microphones at a time, you’ll likely
be fine just using a USB 1.0 interface. The more demanding your needs,
the higher the bandwidth of an interface you’re going to need. The
hierarchy of interface bandwidth speeds from lowest to highest goes from:
USB 1.0, USB 2.0, FireWire, PCMCIA/ExpressCard, PCI.
What features does an audio interface need in order to connect
professional mics?
If your primary need is the ability to connect microphones to a computer,
you should look for an audio interface with XLR microphone inputs.
Professional microphones connect with three-pin XLR jacks. XLR connectors
are desirable because they lock into place and provide a more secure
audio connection. An audio interface outfitted with microphone inputs
will typically come with anywhere from one to eight XLR inputs
Many audio interfaces come with jacks called “combo” inputs. This kind of
jack combines a three pin XLR input with a 1/4” TRS input in one socket.
Combo inputs tend to confuse people, because they look different than XLR
and 1/4” TRS inputs, yet they accept both kinds of plugs. It’s important
to familiarize yourself with combo inputs, so you know what they are when
you’re deciding which interface to purchase.
What is “Phantom Power” and why would I need it?
Some microphones require a little flow of electricity in order to
operate, while other kinds of microphones are capable of picking up sound
without any power at all. Certain kinds of microphones run on batteries,
while other kinds of microphones are fed power from the device that
they’re plugged into. It’s called “phantom power” when the device that
the microphone is plugged into supplies it with electricity. Most audio
interfaces that feature mic inputs will also supply phantom power.
Because only certain kinds of microphones require phantom power, audio
interfaces have a switch to turn it on and off. Phantom power tends to
intimidate beginners because it just sounds spooky. Fear not. Using
phantom power is about as complicated as flipping a light switch to turn
on a table lamp. Besides being called phantom power, it is also referred
to as “+48V.”
What are line-level TRS inputs and outputs, and why would I need them?
Line-level inputs and outputs can be very useful; however, to use them
properly you must first understand the distinction between mic-level and
line-level. Microphones output a very weak signal. The signal is so weak
that it needs to be boosted up by a preamp when connected to a mic input.
Line-level audio signals are much stronger than mic-level signals, and
require no additional amplification. Therefore, line-level signals need
a different kind of input than microphones do.
Line-level inputs and outputs on audio interfaces usually show up as 1/4”
TRS jacks or 1/4" TS jacks. 1/4” is the diameter of the plug and TRS
stands for Tip, Ring and Sleeve; TS for Tip, Sleeve. TRS connections are
desirable because they provide a balanced (grounded) connection, which is
better at rejecting noise that long cable runs can pick up, or reducing
"ground" hum. An example of when you would use line-level inputs is when
you’re recording the audio from a keyboard. Most professional keyboards
have stereo line-level outputs. You can connect these directly to the
line-level inputs on an audio interface. When you’re connecting studio
monitors (powered speakers) to an audio interface, you plug them into the
line-level outputs. You can also use line-level inputs and outputs to
connect external effects, compressors, limiters and all kinds of stuff.
Other connectors include 3/8" mini and RCA (phono) connectors.
Additional Cable Connectors
1/8″ (Mini) — 1/8″ diameter plug (or jack) used in smaller audio/visual
interconnects. The connector may be TRS or TS. This is the size of most
iPod-style headphone connectors. This is the type you have on your
computer for line in or mike in as well as headphones ( Note they are
stereo jacks)
AES — AES/EBU is the most common alternative to the S/PDIF standard and
the most common AES/EBU physical interconnect is AES Type I Balanced —
3-conductor, 110-ohm twisted pair cabling with an XLR connector.
BNC — A type of coaxial connector often found on video and digital audio
equipment. BNC connectors are normally used to carry synchronizing clock
signals between devices. BNCs are bayonet-type connectors rather than
screw on or straight plugs.
DB25 — A type of D-Sub connector. DB25s are commonly found on computing
equipment where they are employed to connect peripherals. TASCAM commonly
uses the DB25 connector for analog and/or digital I/O on their products
as do some other brands.
Elco (or Edac) — A brand and type of multi-pin connector used in audio
systems and equipment for connecting multi-pair cables with one connector
(instead of many). Both Elco and Edac come in 20-, 38-, 56-, 90-, and
120-pin configurations.
Insert/Y Cable — A cable used to split a signal into two parts or combine
two signals into one. The term Y cable is used, because the cable is like
(and looks like) the letter Y, with two parts joined into one, or one
split into two, depending upon how you look at it. Y cables are common
throughout audio as a simple and easy way to accomplish these two tasks.
Optical — Optical cables are for compatible 2-channel S/PDIF connections
and Alesis ADAT lightpipe connections. The ADAT optical connections are
for transferring digital audio, eight tracks at a time. They have become
an industry standard and are used in a wide range of products from many
manufacturers.
S/PDIF — A format for interfacing digital audio equipment together,
S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format) is considered a consumer
format and is largely based on the AES/EBU standard. In fact, in many
cases, the two are compatible. S/PDIF typically uses either unbalanced,
high-impedance coaxial cables or fiber-optic cables for transmission.
FireWire (IEEE 1394) — First developed for video because of its
high-speed data transfer, FireWire is now widely used for digital
interfaces in the audio realm. FireWire is currently available as 4-pin
and 6-pin (for FireWire 400), and 9-pin (for FireWire 800). The 6- and
9-pin versions can also supply power.
TDIF — TDIF is an acronym for TASCAM Digital InterFace. This is the
protocol TASCAM developed to use in their modular digital multitrack and
digital mixing products, for doing digital transfers of audio. TDIF
connections are made via a 25-pin D-Sub connector and data is carried on
shielded cable. The TDIF standard is currently one of two major formats
(the other being ADAT optical) widely used in pro and semi-pro
MDM-related products for digital transfer of more than two tracks of
audio simultaneously using only one cable.
TT (Tiny Telephone) — A miniature version of what is known as a phone
jack or phone plug. We commonly refer to this type of jack as a 1/4″ jack
(our modern version actually is slightly different in size), which could
come in TS and TRS forms. ADC built essentially the same type of
connector but referred to it as a Bantam connector. Currently, the two
names are interchangeable. TT/Bantam jacks are commonly used in recording
studio patch bays.
-----Original Message-----
From: Marissa Miranda <pianogirlforlife7@xxxxxxxxx>
To: audacity4blind <audacity4blind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Fri, Dec 7, 2018 2:05 pm
Subject: [audacity4blind] Re: Recording with Audacity
I didn’t understand lol.
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On Dec 7, 2018, at 9:53 AM, (Redacted sender "jojoafbmil" for DMARC)
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
The sizes are common called 1/4 and 1/8 for example your guitar or older
style amps take a 1/4 Male mono and your phone or PC take a 1/8 stereo
male plug.
There are now most common is 1/4 TRS is similar to stero. For example a
monitor output on a typical usb interface would use a 1/4 TRS another
typical types are.
XLR Male – which connects to various hardware inputs.
XLR Female – which connects to the microphone, and various hardware
outputs.
TRS – which connects to both inputs AND outputs.
And midi cables most common are 5 and 7 pin types.
On Friday, December 7, 2018 Marissa Miranda
<audacity4blind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Can someone please give me the dimentions of it? I don’t know what size
the big plug is. But it is a professional mic I’d use for my keyboard.
Sent from my iPhone
On Dec 7, 2018, at 8:37 AM, Steve the Fiddle <stevethefiddle@xxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
From ebay they cost about $1.
Steve
On Fri, 7 Dec 2018 at 16:26, Redacted sender jojoafbmil for DMARC
<dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi, what I do is use a AMZER 2 Pack Gold Plated 3.5mm Stereo Jack
Adaptor to 6.35mm Stereo Plug, 3.5mm Male to 6.35mm Female
They are inexpensive and wallmart has them. Link below.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/AMZER-2-Pack-Gold-Plated-3-5mm-Stereo-Jack-Adaptor-to-6-35mm-Stereo-Plug-3-5mm-Male-to-6-35mm-Female/628427104?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=1138&adid=22222222228163941076&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=277758882195&wl4=pla-463519427671&wl5=9058681&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=112354441&wl11=online&wl12=628427104&wl13=&veh=sem
On Friday, December 7, 2018 Marissa Miranda
<audacity4blind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
I only have a 3.5 mm jack and 3 or so USBs on my computer.
Sent from my iPhone
On Dec 7, 2018, at 7:37 AM, <tr.galanos@xxxxxxxxx>
<tr.galanos@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Also, you can get an audio interface that accepts xlr and quarter
inch plugs. It is a usb device.
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From: audacity4blind-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
<audacity4blind-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> On Behalf Of Marissa Miranda
Sent: Friday, December 7, 2018 7:37 AM
To: audacity4blind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [audacity4blind] Recording with Audacity
I am trying to record over an instrumental I have, but the program
wants to use the computer’s mic, which isn’t good for recording
quality. I do have a mic, that has a huge end. Not sure what it’s
size is. It’s not the small 3.5 mm plug. It’s the bigger one, like a
piano pedal plug, if anyone knows what I mean. Do they make adapters
for that type of plug to USB? Also, why did it keep skipping when I
played back the recording? Also, is there a way to add reverb and
effects like that? I just started using Audacity, and all I know is
how to play, pause, and record.
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