The web cam itself is up to 5.0 Mega pixels resolution which is really quite good for something so cheap. The lens is high quality too so its great for camming with some young girl from the philippines but make sure you don’t get too close if your a bit rough because the picture is quite clear! Audio quality is good too but lets face it who’s gonna be talking to chicks on it? It comes with some software to install it and you can be up and running in a couple of minutes. Quick tip though, remember to lock your bedroom door and clear your browser history.

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I was initially disappointed when I   my Samson GM1U as I had been told that it comes with a large diagram. Imagine my shock to find out that I had misread the package and it was actually a large “diaphragm”!! What is a diaphragm anyway? I would much prefer a large diagram because I could pin it to my bedroom wall to cover the dirty palm prints above my headboard. Fortunately the build and sound quality of this USB Microphone soon won me round. It’s got a natty 3 position headphone switch for stereo, mono or computer monitoring and it looks rather funky on its stand by my desktop.

It’s really simple to use. Just plug it in and your ready to go. Even someone from Barnsley could manage that. not that they’ve got computer’s in Barnsley so I suppose my analogy is pointless. And before you start giving me grief – I am originally from Barnsley but I came to my senses and moved out. If you don’t know what Barnsley is like then an apt illustration would be that if a nuclear bomb exploded in the town centre it would do about £25 worth of damage. Oh that reminds me of a joke – The Barnsley Bakers Association – celebrating 100 years in bread!!

The mic is a silver colour and comes packed with Cakewalk Sonar………hmmmmm Cake

Buy it here for about £90 Bargain!

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This PS3 Wireless Headset for Sony is Bluetooth compatible and will allow much better sound quality. The PS3’s on screen display shows volume level, mute status and battery fuel gauge. The headset can be used as a stand alone microphone when it is docked in its charging cradle. It is small, compact and sleek and also compatible with Bluetooth enabled mobile phones.

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I use mine for CoD 5 and the sound, both being sent and received is crystal clear, and must be the best from any Bluetooth headset. It also has nice little features like an on-screen display for battery life and whether mic-mute is on or off.

The headset is light, fits easily over the ear and the hook is adjustable for extra comfort and stability. Although in my experience it doesn’t seem to fit in the ear that well, however, it has never fallen off or out.

Battery life is about the same as the controllers (about 6 hours talk time), but re-charging is quick through the supplied stand, which also doubles up as a desktop microphone. I warn you though, in this mode the mic is very sensitive. It heard me talking to my bro about 15 meters away, make sure it is switched off when in the stand.

All in all it looks great and performs amazingly. No regrets buying, and not a bad price. So where’s yours?

Prices start at only £17.99 with free delivery from Amazon.

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Oh boy do I love this microphone. So much so that I am using it in my home studio from now on! The signal range is awesome; it catches everything I throw at it from deep rumbling lows to high, glossy hiss. A word of warning though – It will pick up a lot of ambient noise so would be better suited to someone with a very quiet recording space or a vocal booth.

Another little feature that I like is the blue led light. It looks rather cool in the low light of my studio.

Product Features

• Side-address studio condenser with USB digital output (Windows and Mac compatible)
• Crystal-clear, natural sound for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, and voiceover use
• Custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm provides extended frequency response and superior transient response
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
• Low self-noise perfectly suited for sophisticated digital recording equipment

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Sing along and display your talent with the Logitech Vantage USB Microphone. Designed for singing games, this durable microphone will last longer than your voice will. With high-quality construction and a 4.5 m (15 ft) cable, it’s perfect for the trials of a busy gaming environment. The microphone was made to maximise your voice power. Works with Playstation 2 and PlayStation 3.

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Having purchased Rock Band 2 and a wireless guitar I really wanted a microphone so that my wife (and friends) could join in. Having failed to find anywhere on the high street selling USB microphones I searched Amazon and found this one.

I plugged it in, loaded Rock Band 2 and it worked right away. You can change the in-game settings for sensitivity etc but mine was great out of the box. If you own Rock Band / Guitar Hero and want a microphone I recommend this one, and at around £13 an absolute bargain!

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The RODE Podcaster microphone was specifically designed for computer recording applications where wide frequency response and low distortion are demanded. Winner of the Radio World/US National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) “What’s Cool” award. The Broadcaster has become an industry standard when studio sound quality is required for on-air applications.

If you are not put off by the mics white plastic casing and cable and your not going to be lugging the thing around too much (it’s rather heavy) then the sound quality is second to none.

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This nice podcasting bundle from Behringer comes with a 5-input mixer unit that connects to your computer via USB, a mic stand, quality earphones and the mic itself. It’s very straightforward to set up, just plug the mic into the mixer and the mixer into your computer, turn it on and away you go. The bundle also includes a collection of DAW and podcasting software but can be used with any other recording software such as Audacity or Garageband.

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I am often asked – “what’s the best USB condenser microphone for my home studio”? It’s a bit of a difficult question to answer really because so much depends on what you are wanting to record and what your budget is. Never-the-less I shall try to answer as best I can from my own personal experience. If you are like me and have a small bedroom studio and want something to record acoustic instruments and vocals then my number one choice has to be the Samson C01

It is very good value for money and much better quality than some mics that are three times it’s price. Sound wise it is  accurate with a rich, warm bass and extended top end. It is very sturdy and features a large 19mm Diaphragm Heavy Gauge Mesh Grill.

So if I was setting up my home studio again from scratch the Samson C01 would be number one on my list.

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For all you budding internet radio hosts and podcaster’s the Alesis USB microphone Podcasting Kit is perfect. The mic looks fantastic and would certainly grace any computer desk. I know aesthetics is not the main reason one would buy a USB mic but it somehow makes me feel more productive. A bit like wearing a suit for the home office – pointless but it makes me feel good! The included headphones are very good quality and conveniently plug into the mic which has an integrated volume control. The bundled Audacity software is nothing out of the ordinary in fact there are better alternatives available to download for free from the net. Sound quality is very good with low background noise. It picked up my dulcet tones clearly from the laid back position of my leather recliner. Whiskey in one hand, cigarette in the other – I really felt the part talking to my hard drive until the early hours.

If your looking for a mic to record your next platinum selling album then there are better and cheaper mics around however if podcasting is your thing then you can’t go wrong with this.

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If you are an amateur musician who records music at home on your computer then the Samson C01U is for you. You now have a simple, affordable way to record high-quality vocal and acoustic performances. This mic seamlessly integrates with your existing system with no need for expensive pre-amps. It works with any DAW software, just plug it in and start recording in high quality. The C01U can also be used with a laptop which opens up possibilities for anyone who records audio on the go.

This is the industry’s first USB studio condenser mic and features a Cardioid pickup pattern, heavy gauge mesh grill and large 19mm diaphragm.

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