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Improved dictation and VoIP performance with the USB 6-in-1 TableMike desktop microphone

By Paul On July 5, 2012 · 1 Comment

I was recently acquired the USB 6-in-1 TableMike desktop microphone, made by SpeechWare, together with a copy of DragonDictate so I could test out TableMikes speech recognition abilities.

I have to admit that although I was initially sceptical about the potential of voice recognition and dictation software,  I was pleasantly surprised to [...]

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RME’s Fireface UCX high performance interface has iPad compatibility baked in!

By Paul On June 7, 2012 · Leave a Comment

If money is no object and you’re looking for an audio interface that can really cut the mustard, with pro grade audio performance and the added bonus of iPad compatibility.  Then you really should investigate the Fireface UCX by RME.

The Fireface UCX is undoubtably one of the finest audio interfaces [...]

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Spark Digital the studio quality mic for iPad

By Paul On June 3, 2012 · Leave a Comment

The Spark Digital by Blue Microphones is one of the latest additions to Blue’s new range of iPad/iOS compatible devices

Technorati Tags: Dock Connector, iOS, ipad, Mic, studio quality,

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iPad – Plugging in XLR?

By Paul On May 31, 2012 · 17 Comments

I recently had a email from a reader needing advise about the best way of attaching an XLR microphone to an iPad (3).  So I though I’d create a post exploring this.

Technorati Tags: Apple Camera Adapter Kit, Battery Power, External [...]

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The Skype microphone that is tiny Tiki

By Paul On May 22, 2012 · Leave a Comment

If you do a lot of Skype (or other VOIP) calling but aren’t satisfied with the audio quality of the microphone built into your laptop or desktop computer, then the new Tiki by Blue Microphones could be the answer to improving what your callers hear.

Technorati Tags: DSP, [...]

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iDo want audiophile sound quality from my iPad

By Paul On May 10, 2012 · Leave a Comment

 

There is a lot of interest in audio interfaces designed to get quality audio out of your iPad. And I recently came across the Icon iDo audiophile DAC and headphone amp by Nuforce, which does exactly that.

Unlike many interfaces currently available, it comes with an iDock connector to Standard USB type [...]

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Yamaha THR iPhone App

By Paul On May 8, 2012 · Leave a Comment

I recently wrote about the Yamaha THR range of USB guitar amplifiers.  Both the and are great portable companions for a guitarist on the move.

To further expand the THR experience Yamaha have recently released a free companion App [...]

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Apogee MiC for iPhone, iPad and Mac

By Paul On May 3, 2012 · Leave a Comment

If you’re looking for an easy way to capture great quality sound with your iPad and Garageband (or another iOS audio app) then you should take a look at the Apogee MiC.

A multi purpose studio quality USB/iDock microphone for iPad, iPhone and Mac that’s small enough to fit in your pocket. [...]

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Get Status From Sinn 7

By Paul On April 21, 2012 · Leave a Comment

I recently stumbled across the Status 24|96 Deluxe Desktop Interface by Sinn 7, a unique combination of high speed USB 2.0 audio interface and studio monitoring station/control.  

Technorati Tags: Audio Interface, desktop interface, quality sampling

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5 Compact USB Guitar Interfaces For Your Guitar Bag

By Paul On March 21, 2012 · 2 Comments

If you’re looking for a simply, compact solution to get your guitar audio into your audio work station or your copy of GarageBand, here are some product ideas that will slide neatly into your guitar bag.

Technorati Tags: USB audio interface, USB Guitar interface,

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