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Shure X2U XLR To USB Microphone Adapter

Connect an XLR microphone to your computer with Shure's X2U adapter. This tiny one-channel USB interface has switchable +48V phantom power and gain control. (2) Read 1 review for this product | Rate and Review This Product
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The Shure X2U Signal Adapter gives you the opportunity to go direct from mic to computer without the need of a hefty audio interface. Record live from anywhere you can bring your computer using any mic you choose. Now you can use your most trusted microphones for all your digital recordings. The X2U features built-in headphone monitoring with zero latency making it the perfect choice for multi-track recording. It's easy to use you can balance microphone and playback audio from the controls on the face of the adapter. Plug-and-Play this genius device and you can get a sound quality that rivals CDs.

Features
USB Plug and Play connectivity for convenient digital recording

Integrated pre-amp with Microphone Gain Control

Provides 48V phantom power for your favorite condenser microphones

Zero Latency Monitoring for real-time tracking and playback

Headphone jack for monitoring with 1/8-inch connectivity

Monitor Mix Control for blending microphone and playback audio

16 bit, up to 48 kHz sample rate for better-than-CD quality audio

Compatible with Windows Vista, XP, 2000, and Mac OS X (10.1 or later)

Includes padded, zippered pouch and USB cable

Any Mic - Any Time - Anywhere
Slim, portable and simple to connect, the X2U adapter makes it easy to record whenever you want, anywhere you take your computer -from the home studio, to the garage, to the road. zZounds is an authorized dealer of Shure products.
Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz +/- 1 dB

Power Requirements: USB-powered, 500 mA, maximum

Digital Noise Floor: (20 Hz to 20 kHz, A-weighted)
- Minimum MIC GAIN setting: -81 dB FS
- Maximum MIC GAIN setting: -78 dB FS

Sampling Rate: up to 48 kHz

Bit Depth: 16 bit

Peak Signal Indicator: (Tri-color)
- OFF: -30 dB FS
- Green: -30 to -12 dB FS
- Yellow: -12 to 0 dB FS
- Red: >0 (digital converter clipped)

Adjustable Gain Range: 40 dB

Headphone Output: 1/8 inch (3.5 mm)

USB Cable: 9.8 ft (3m)

Shure X2U USB Microphone Adapter System Requirements

Operating System:
- Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
- Microsoft Windows XP Home/Professional
- Microsoft Windows Vista Business
- Apple Computer Mac OS X 10.1 or later

USB: 1.1 or 2.0, powered

RAM: 64MB RAM (minimum)
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Shipping Weight: 1 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 7 x 6 x 3 in
Shure Warranty If you have additional warranty questions, please call the manufacturer at 800-25-SHURE
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zZounds has verified that this customer bought this product from us. "Great sound quality and features in a small package"
Sound: I regularly use this for voiceovers with a Rode NT1 condenser mic and Adobe Audition--with no preamp. Sounds great and does not introduce any noise. Feature: I love the fact that it has a phantom power on/off switch, headphone jack for direct monitoring and mic/monitor/volume level controls. Another nice touch are separate lights to indicate whether the unit is powered up and phantom power is turned on. Ease of Use: This is as close to plug-n-play as you'll get. I can't speak for Macs, but no drivers to install in WinXP, Vista, and Win7. I never had to use the manual. Just plug in your XLR mic to this unit, plug it into a USB port, push the phantom power on or off, and adjust the levels as desired. Quality: Overall, it is very solidly built. I expect it to last a long time. But the USB jack on the unit is a little loose (I have experienced this on two units)...the USB cable can easily disconnect if you're not careful. Value: The price is in line with other competing models. Manufacturer Support: I'll give them a 10 because I've never had to call. Overall: If you are looking for a incredibly simple and compact audio interface that will allow you to plug good XLR mics directly into your PC's USB port, this will fit the bill. I have recorded numerous voiceovers with this unit--with many listeners thinking I recorded with a more sophisticated setup. No, this unit will not make your audio sound better, but with a good mic in a good recording space, you can achieve really nice recordings with this simple device that has a small footprint.
Style of Music: Rock
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