The Audio-Technica Pro-49Q gooseneck microphone features a standard 3-pin XLR base for quick connection and release with any XLR input. The condenser element features a wide frequency response and low noise floor resulting in rich detailed audio quality. The gooseneck itself features quiet microphone positioning and is available is 2 lengths. This version measures 16.46" (418.08mm ) long.

16" Conferencing Mic with Gooseneck    Desktop Base for Microphone    9.4' Output Cable with Male XLR    Cardioid Pickup for Less Background    Adjustable Gooseneck for Positioning

The XLR base enables quick connection and release to any XLR microphone input.

The cardioid polar pattern effectively minimizes off-axis noise and ambient audio signal.

The microphone is available in two lengths; this version measures 16.46" (418.08mm ) long.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does it a battery compartment for AA batteries?

A: Yes, the Audio-Technica AT8015 Line and Gradient Condenser Shotgun Microphone does have a single compartment for a AA battery.

Q: 2. Does this come with the USB cord?

A: Yes -the USB cable is included.

Q: 3. Does this mic have a light ring when turned on?

A: No, the TASCAM TM-95GN Desktop Gooseneck Condenser Microphone does not have a light ring or any lights that illuminate when the mic is powered on.

Q: 4. can it be shiped to new zealand?

A: You may calculate your actual shipping options/order totals by adding the items you want to a shopping cart. It will then list the shipping options, descriptions, ETA's and fees to your location.

Q: 5. is this simply plug into an outlet ?

A: the Bogen Communications DDU250 does not require any power to operate. The unit will ship with a bare wire cable that needs to be wired into an existing PA or intercom system.

Q: 6. How would recording brass instruments sound, such as a French horn which has a tendency to have mic distortion, wind-pop and boom when recorded?

A: The Snowball is designed mainly as a podcast mic and tailored toward speech, however also works well for basic music recording. With French Horn in particular, it is rarely close miked at the bell as that is not the intended sound of the instrument. In this regard, from a distance, should not distort the mic. For quality instrument recording a higher quality mic would be recommended such as the Blue Yeti, https://bhpho.to/2k0Nlv0 or Rode NT-USB. https://bhpho.to/2k505oH

Q: 7. Does push to talk mean the default is for the mic to be off and a user needs to hold the button down when talking? Or does it toggle on and off?

A: The Bogen DDU250 Desktop Dynamic Gooseneck Microphone has a programmable switch that can be set for either push-to-lock or push-to-talk operation. Push-to-talk is a momentary function that engages the mic only when the button is pressed and held. As soon as the button is released, the mic switches off. Push-to-lock allows the switch to be locked in the on position so the mic is active until the switch is pressed again to turn the mic off.

Q: 8. Can any other gooseneck mic from another brand work with the base ?

A: Yes, the base stand provided with the Tascam TM-95GN Desktop Gooseneck Condenser Microphone can be used with other gooseneck microphones that feature a similar XLR male output connector onboard.

Q: 9. dB audio sensitivity rating?

A: The TASCAM TM-95GN has a sensitivity of -39 dB at 1 kHz.

Q: 10. "You can power the mic with 48V phantom power." This sentence is in the description for this product. I don't understand. Is it necessary to buy an additional accessory to use this mic?

A: In order to use this mic, you will need a mixer, interface, or hardware recorder with an XLR mic input, and the ability to provide 48v phantom power. As well, you would need an XLR mic cable to connect it to either of those sources, a mic stand to attach it to, and a pop filter if recording vocals.