If you’re doing an interview podcast and so have two people, you’d need a second microphone? Whereas the Blue Yeti you can use with two people, and costs about twice as much?

On the other hand, the SM58 has been built with a solid design and is tough to withstand harsh situations. Unlike the Q2U mic, when it falls, you are concerned about whether it will continue functioning. With the SM58 mic, it can survive the most forceful falls and still work like a new one. Dynamic mics also don't require phantom power, allowing you to use them with various audio interfaces. #2. Has versatile outputsPlease note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided. I have and use an iRig from time to time. The limitation of the iRig are that if your phone doesn’t use high-quality audio input components, your results may not be as good. Whereas the OTG/USB solution bypasses the on-phone inputs and uses the digital inputs of the Q2U.

Une fois bien calibré le timbre de voix dépasse la qualité du bird UM1 mais il est tellement inconsistant dans le volume de la voix selon comment vous vous placez qu'au final je ne peux le conseiller. The sound quality is very good for the price, as this mic is in the cheaper range. The audio is good enough to post without additional editing (though it is advised to do some post-production to ensure the quality of the final product). Cons It depends on the android phone, but typically the answer is yes. You need an inexpensive adapter called an OTG (On the go) cable. I highly recommend getting one with the power charging capability, as your phone will be powering the microphone and therefore would drain a little faster. I use these here and they work a treat:

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We also recommend wearing headphones or headset during your recording. This will help you identify ambient sounds that make their way into your recording. If something is too loud (or you think it will be too hard to edit out later), consider pausing and recording that segment again. If you need headphones, we recommend the Sony MDR 7506 or the Sennheiser HD280 Pro. Other Microphone Options This article analyzes the Q2U and SM58 mics in detail to deliver enough information that will guide you to select the best one depending on your use. Le mini pied fournis est ridicule et le support micro supporte mal le poids du micro donc il va assurément tomber vers une direction...pas incroyable non plus. Whereas a condenser microphone is highly sensitive to all sounds (even ambient sounds like your air conditioner or the traffic outside your window), a dynamic microphone is less sensitive, which makes it easier for new podcasters who don’t follow perfect microphone techniques yet. Samson Q2U specifications Taking your podcast or recording on the road? The Q2U can be used with iPhones and iPads via Apples Lightning to USB Camera Adapter or Android devices via a Host OTG cable. In addition, the Q2Us rugged handheld body is perfect for capturing interviews at press conferences, live events or on the street. Accessories Included