I sleep with the window open during the summertime to hear the sounds of my small town. Now that fall is here and winter is coming, it would be awesome to be able to do this even with the window closed. [more inside]
posted by unixrat on Nov 14, 2009 - 12 answers

I have an IP webcam which allows anyone on the local area network to connect to it and view. Is there an equivalent IP-addressable device for sound only? [more inside]
posted by BrokenEnglish on Oct 14, 2009 - 6 answers

I have a H'ween costume idea that involves a person standing behind a microphone on a stand. I do not want to carry around a microphone + stand all night. What can I make so that the mic+stand moves with me all night without me having to carry it? [more inside]
posted by 23skidoo on Oct 1, 2009 - 8 answers

What is the best Electronic News Gathering microphone for my Zoom H4n on a $150 budget? Also, critique suggestions I've already received. [more inside]
posted by DumbPoet on Sep 25, 2009 - 6 answers

I need to record myself giving a presentation for school. My laptop has a built in webcam and microphone. What free Windows software would you recommend for this task?
posted by gocubbies on Sep 24, 2009 - 4 answers

I need to amplify the sound of a carbon arc in a WW2 era searchlight. The mic will be inside the drum of the searchlight, about 25" away from the arc. The temperatures at that distance should be 500F or less. Are there any microphones that will operate happily at that kind of temperature? [more inside]
posted by gribbly on Aug 5, 2009 - 9 answers

Is there a web app where I can hum or whistle a tone into my PC's microphone and get back what note it is?
posted by gwint on Aug 2, 2009 - 2 answers

Recordings made using an ElectroVoice RE50N/D-B microphone with my Olympus LS-10 Linear PCM Recorder sound quiet, tinny and hollow. Why could this be? [more inside]
posted by BugsPotter on Jul 26, 2009 - 9 answers

I'm about to start recording an audiobook / podcast. I've settled on Blue's Snowball microphone, and thanks to previous questions here I know that a pop filter is vital. Should I also buy the Snowball's suspension mount? [more inside]
posted by Ian A.T. on Jul 22, 2009 - 14 answers

What's a good Windows XP open source/freeware sound recorder that is easy for someone with vision deficits to use? Suggestions for a microphone also welcome. Details and... [more inside]
posted by de void on Jun 29, 2009 - 8 answers

Does anyone have any experience with "Azden" brand microphones? [more inside]
posted by davey_darling on Jun 24, 2009 - 2 answers

Ears have evolved over many many years to be perfect for us to hear with. Why have I never seen an ear shaped microphone?
posted by devnull on Jun 5, 2009 - 22 answers

Built-in MacBook microphone records an annoying buzzy/overloaded tone on loud vocals- is there a cheap fix? [more inside]
posted by pseudostrabismus on Apr 2, 2009 - 7 answers

What's the best solution for my podcasting situation? [more inside]
posted by HostBryan on Mar 12, 2009 - 1 answer

Can I sing (or hum or whistle) into my computer and have it produce notated music? [more inside]
posted by Flunkie on Mar 11, 2009 - 5 answers

Help me to detect hidden cams/microphones in a room. I have reason to believe that my friend's house has been bugged by her ex-husband and im looking for easy ways to find and remove these bugs. [more inside]
posted by kampken on Mar 4, 2009 - 13 answers

What is the best wireless mic under 500$ (US) for a tenor saxophone? [more inside]
posted by andruwjones26 on Mar 1, 2009 - 3 answers

What webcam or camcorder should I buy for my videocast?

I may run it as a youtube channel or as a vlog, but I want it to look and sound as good as possible. I intend to edit each episode with some yet to be determined video editing software and I am 90% sure I will be buying the Samson C01U microphone (possibly the whole podcasting pak).

Now I need a video recorder to match! [more inside]
posted by brenton on Feb 24, 2009 - 8 answers

buzzing noise in Dragon Naturally Speaking, but not on other programs. Using VMWare fusion to run DNS on my Mac, and recording/listening through a Dinex USB headset with microphone. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by omnigut on Feb 17, 2009 - 3 answers

How do I build a microphone preamp for a Macbook Pro? [more inside]
posted by knowles on Jan 25, 2009 - 6 answers

I would like to start to voice record my entire day because I think it would be fun to be able to chronicle my daily conversations (for reflection purposes). What kind of wireless/wired microphone/recorder set up would I need? [more inside]
posted by yoyoceramic on Jan 3, 2009 - 14 answers

Is there an iPhone app (jailbroken or legit) that simply outputs the sound from the microphone directly to the headphones with no delay, as if it were an amp? I tried searching google and the iPhone store with no success.
posted by helios on Nov 24, 2008 - 11 answers

How can I set up a mobile singing booth in a friend's car? [more inside]
posted by sonicbloom on Oct 23, 2008 - 2 answers

What currently available video cameras will record to a commonly viewable digital format (ie. something Quicktime supports with no additional add-ons) AND has a microphone input jack? [more inside]
posted by wuntu on Oct 5, 2008 - 1 answer

What type of microphone setup would work for an outside wedding ceremony? [more inside]
posted by blueplasticfish on Sep 11, 2008 - 8 answers

What portable recording equipment is Jodie Foster's character using in The Brave One?
posted by d-no on Sep 10, 2008 - 3 answers

I'm looking for suggestions for a cheap mic I can plug into my MacBook to record spoken word into GarageBand or Audacity. [more inside]
posted by airguitar2 on Jul 16, 2008 - 8 answers

What is the cheapest USB mic I could find for a mac? [more inside]
posted by Melankolia on Jul 9, 2008 - 6 answers

Help me protect myself from a radically inept boss. Please! Very long, very sorry. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 16, 2008 - 24 answers

Recommendation for a wireless lapel microphone that works with a camcorder? [more inside]
posted by donovan on Jun 4, 2008 - 4 answers

Help me conceive / design / implement a videoconferencing solution for a medium-sized business with three offices. Our requirements are numerous and may need to be reined in based on budgetary constraints... [more inside]
posted by aydeejones on Jun 3, 2008 - 6 answers

How do I best use Apple Soundtrack Pro to record multitake voiceover for a video project? [more inside]
posted by shmegegge on May 29, 2008 - 1 answer

Suggest a good gaming headset? [more inside]
posted by lou on Apr 21, 2008 - 10 answers

Need recommendations for a microphone that has a pickup space suitable for a smallish room. [more inside]
posted by ®@ on Mar 29, 2008 - 4 answers

Trying to choose a microphone / preamp / amp for a vocalist to use when practicing with a band. [more inside]
posted by mmoncur on Mar 29, 2008 - 8 answers

can I go directly from my earphone plug on my digital voice recorder to the microphone port on my Mac laptop? [more inside]
posted by flowerofhighrank on Feb 12, 2008 - 4 answers

AudioEngineerFilter: I'm now in charge of a medium-sized (50 people) auditorium and the sound output system is okay, but the wireless mic system is limited to two mics (a handheld and a lavalier), and it needs upgraded...and quick! [more inside]
posted by ostranenie on Feb 8, 2008 - 5 answers

How can I hear instantaneously what I'm recording with my microphone. [more inside]
posted by philosophistry on Jan 31, 2008 - 11 answers

I record voice tracks with Ableton Live. No problem. But now, I want my singing to create MIDI tracks of the notes, on-the-fly (more of less). Is this currently being done? What must I do? RPM 2008 awaits.
posted by Moistener on Jan 31, 2008 - 11 answers

Tascam USB 122 + onboard factory-installed Martin acoustic pickup = lost signal. Wha? [more inside]
posted by mwhybark on Jan 12, 2008 - 6 answers

Mac OS X 10.5 dumps the microphone feed of my headset into my ears; can I shut it off? [more inside]
posted by anonymoose on Dec 6, 2007 - 8 answers

I'm about to make a bunch of XLR cables. I have everything but the cable and I'm hoping for some brand advice. [more inside]
posted by Your Time Machine Sucks on Oct 22, 2007 - 10 answers

Help an audio noob find the right piece for an unterminated microphone. [more inside]
posted by starman on Sep 13, 2007 - 6 answers

indiefilmfilter: recommend a good place to rent film equipment next week in toronto? [more inside]
posted by twistofrhyme on Aug 31, 2007 - 1 answer

I'm an absolute electronics ditz. I'm hosting a gathering in a park and someone is going to give a speech, I need a portable thingy with a microphone that he can give a speech on. [more inside]
posted by skjønn on Aug 23, 2007 - 6 answers

Looking for a microphone and software for a friend to use in getting started with podcasting. [more inside]
posted by ottereroticist on Jul 30, 2007 - 1 answer

Which microphone should I buy to do fieldwork in the jungle? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee on Jul 21, 2007 - 5 answers

Do I need a new audio interface? What should I get? [more inside]
posted by danb on Jul 4, 2007 - 9 answers

Live monitoring a USB mic in Adobe Audition 1.5: can it be done, or not? [more inside]
posted by cortex on Jun 23, 2007 - 3 answers

I need help choosing an external microphone for a camcorder. [more inside]
posted by Pater Aletheias on May 10, 2007 - 3 answers