Male Microphone
Male Microphone
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 TURNER MODEL 250 SERIES DESK MICROPHONE  US $24.00
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 235 Foot Black Coiled Microphone Instrument Extension Cable US $8.75
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 Shure SM57LC Legendary Instrument Microphone Dynamic New in Box US $43.23
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 Radio Shack 42 4223 24 Ft Microphone Instrument Extension Cable US $10.99
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 Shure BETA 52A Kick Drum Mic US $99.00
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 Pyle Pro PDMIK1 Dynamic Handheld Microphone 65 XLR to 1 4 Male Cord Musician US $8.95
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 YPA C4S 2 Adapter FOR DPA MicroDot to TA4F SHURE TOA US $29.99
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 Samson UHF True Diversity wireless Instrument System Mic Tested Pro Stage Guitar US $225.00
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 1pcs Microphone XLR Male Chassis 3 Pin Panel Socket Jack Connector Adapter1076 US $.99
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 YPA M605 Supercardioid Condenser Microphone Toms Congas US $119.99
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 1 4 Male TS Right Angle Phono Mono to XLR Female Speaker Guitar Cable 2m609A US $2.84
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 Blue Bottle 8 Mic Capsule Kit B0 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B7 B8 US $4,299.00
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 1pcs New 3 pin Male Mini XLR Audio Video Microphone Connector Adapter Plug B3M US $.90
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 Shure SM58 SM58S SM 58 DynaMic Mic w Switch XLRStand US $114.00
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 1 4 Male TS Mono to XLR Female Connect Guitar to Speaker Recording Cable 2m611 US $2.88
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 Shure 12AHM Dynamic Microphone US $35.00
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 SONY ECM 957PRO Electret Condenser Microphone US $102.50
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 PH1 PHANTOM CONDENSER MIC OMNI RECORDING MICROPHONE US $24.99
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 M Audio Session Music Producer Producer USB Microphone BRAND NEW US $29.95
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 Misc Microphone Mic Stand Parts US $40.00
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 5pcs set YPA M601 Cardioid Dynamic Wired Instrument Mic US $129.99
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 Golden Large Diaphragm Studio Microphone Recording Mic US $49.99
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 NEW YPA M613 XLR Cardioid Instrument drum Condenser Mic US $99.95
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 Cascade FAT HEAD II Single Element Ribbon Microphone US $93.00
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 XLR Male to Male Barrel Microphone Adapter CouplerXM s US $1.84
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 1 4 Male Mono TS to XLR Female Connect Guitar to Speaker Amplifier Cable 2m610 US $2.95
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 1 4 Male Mono to XLR Female Connect Guitar to Speaker Pro Audio Cable 2m612 US $2.88
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 1 4 Male Mono to 1 4 Microphone Guitar to Pedal Effect extension Cable 2m615 US $2.95
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 XLR Male to XLR Female 3 pin Audio Microphone extension Speaker Cable 2m605 US $2.88
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 2 SAMSON R10S DYNAMIC MICROPHONE 1 8 TO 1 4 ADAPTER STAND KARAOKE MULTIMEDIA US $19.99
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 NEW YPA C4L 2 Microdot Adapter FOR DPA Lectrosonics Mic US $34.95
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 XLR Female To XLR Male Balanced Permanent Install Cable Lot of 2 30ft US $10.00
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 XLR Male TO TRS Microphone Cables Lot of 5 US $18.00
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 XLR Male to RCA Male Cables Lot of 3 US $9.25
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 Condenser Instrument Mic YPA M602 Drum Microphone NEW US $59.99
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 Lot of 29 Items Microphone XLR plugs Couplers Clips Windscreens All New OS US $39.99
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 YPA M606 Condenser Vocal Instrument Microphone 2pcs NEW US $49.99
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 25ft XLR MICROPHONE CABLE SWITCH CRAFT END 3 PIN MALE TO FEMALE USED US $9.95
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 Audio Technica AT871RW Cable Professional Microphone US $.99
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 Matched Pair of Audix SCX25 Condenser Microphones US $1,100.00
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 YPA C4S 2 Microdot Adapter FOR DPA 4066 4088 4099 SHURE US $29.99
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 Audio Technic AT815b Shotgun Microphone US $99.00
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 Electro Voice US690 Dynamic Cable Professional Microphone with gooseneck US $150.00
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 4 ea XLR MALE to 1 4 FEMALE MICROPHONE CABLE ADAPTER US $11.49
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 PYLE PPMCL30 30 FT XLR MICROPHONE CABLE XLR FEMALE MALE US $19.95
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 Shure SM57 Instrument Microphone Dynamic Uniform Cardioid Extremely Durable US $59.95
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 Quad 4 Microphone Holder Recording Studio Sale US $6.99
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 PYLE 15 FT XLR MICROPHONE CABLE 1 4 MALE XLR FEMALE US $16.95
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 PYLE PRO 15 FT XLR MICROPHONE CABLE XLR MALE FEMALE US $9.95
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 Samson C01U Pro USB Studio Condenser Microphone Plus FREE BONUS unique offer US $99.99
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Ernie Ball A3m Male Xlr Microphone Plug $6.49 Straight A3M male XLR microphone plug. 3-pin. Nylon cable relief. Silver plated pins, zinc die cast housing. |
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Nady XLR Microphone cable 25 Foot $11.98 Nady XC series cables are high-quality XLR microphone cables with male and female connections. Comes in 10, 25, and 50 lengths. Black. |
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Nady XLR Microphone cable 50 Foot $17.62 Nady XC series cables are high-quality XLR microphone cables with male and female connections. Comes in 10, 25, and 50 lengths. Black. |
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Nady XLR Microphone cable 10 Foot $5.28 Nady XC series cables are high-quality XLR microphone cables with male and female connections. Comes in 10, 25, and 50 lengths. Black. |
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Nady Xlr Microphone Cable 50 Foot $17.62 Nady XC series cables are high-quality XLR microphone cables with male and female connections. Comes in 10, 25, and 50 lengths. Black. |
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Nady Xlr Microphone Cable 10 Foot $5.28 Nady XC series cables are high-quality XLR microphone cables with male and female connections. Comes in 10, 25, and 50 lengths. Black. |
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Nady Xlr Microphone Cable 25 Foot $11.98 Nady XC series cables are high-quality XLR microphone cables with male and female connections. Comes in 10, 25, and 50 lengths. Black. |
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Korg Cm-100L Contact Microphone Black $9.99 The Korg CM-100L Contact Microphone is a perfect complement to any tuner that offers an audio input jack. The mic can be positioned to get a more sensitive reading, while allowing the tuner to be positioned for easier reading.The jack is a 1/4" male phone connector.Clip-on contact mic1/4" phone jackComplements any tuner with a 1/4" audio input |
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Mxl 909 Condenser Microphone $99 The cardioid-pattern MXL 909 Condenser Microphone is a large, gold-sputtered 1" diaphragm, true Class A mic. It has a super-fast response, wide dynamic range, and a sweet, silky open sound that makes it perfect for recording vocals into both digital and analog devices. It requires phantom power. Includes shock mount and carrying case.Class A solid state electronicsAffordable large capsule cardioid condenser1", 6-micron gold sputtered diaphragmCardioid polar patternFrequency response: 25Hz-20kHzSensivity: 15mV/Pa (-36dBV)Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 130dBPower requirement: 48VConnector: 3-pin male XLRWired with Mogami cable |
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Crown Pcc130sw Boundary Microphone $299 The CROWN PCC-130SW is a surface-mount small supercardioid microphone of professional quality. This handsomely styled unit is appropriate for use on the most elegant boardroom table or lectern. Other applications include churches, courtrooms and teleconferencing. With its small size it is less conspicuous on a conference table than comparable mics and because of its highly directional pickup pattern, the PCC-130SW minimizes background noise and feedback. The microphone uses the principle of phase coherency achieved by mounting a small-diameter mic capsule very near a boundary. Direct and reflected sound waves arrive at the mic in-phase, and add coherently. This enhances sensitivity, clarity and reach. Self-contained electronics eliminate the need for an in-line power module. Powered by 12-48V phantom power, the PCC-130SW has a low-impedance balanced output which permits long cable runs without hum pickup or high-frequency loss. This inconspicuous boundary mic also features a silent-operating membrane switch that is normally off. This switch can be configured for touch on/off, momentary on or momentary off. A high-intensity LED lights when the unit is on. The 130SW is intended for multiple-microphone use on a conference table where each person wants control of his or her microphone. The microphone attenuates 70 dB when the switch is in the off position. Capable of withstanding up to 120 dB SPL without distortion, the PCC-130SW will never overload in practical use. Its electret-condenser capsule provides a wide, smooth frequency response from 50 Hz to 20 kHz. RFI suppression is included. Self-noise is low and sensitivity is very high. A bass-tilt switch allows the user to tailor the low-end response for particular applications. Included with each PCC-130SW is a 15-foot (4.6-m), two-conductor shielded microphone able with a TA3F connector (mic end) and 3-pin male XLR-type connector (output). Supercardioid polar pattern reduces background noise and provides an impressive gain-before-feedback CROWN PCC technologie (phase coherent cardioid) prevents phase interference due to table sound reflections Programmable, silent operating on/off membrane switch Wide and smooth frequency response Exceptional performance and small size Three-position bass-tilt switch Applications: Houses of worship Conferencing Lectern Distance learning Security Courtrooms |
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Used Applied Microphone Technology S25b-Tp Tailpiece Acoustic Bass Microphone $615.16 The AMT S25B-TP is an electret-condenser microphone system that has been designed for acoustic bass. The system has exactly the same sound characteristics and functions as the famed S25B, however the "TP "(tail piece) systems includes the ability to mount the mic on the tailpiece of an acoustic bass.All of the parameters that are problematic for the double bass have been addressed. The S25B- TP bass microphone will acquire the most gain before feedback by using a very tight pattern to give a high rejection to surrounding noise. At the same time, the system reproduces with great definition capturing all of the subtleties of the bass.As placement is especially important with an instrument that has a fine finish and varying dimensions, this microphone's attachment mechanism is designed to attach to the tailpiece of the acoustic bass guitar. This allows the instrument and the microphone to be placed back into a carrying case without having to remove the microphone from the body of the instrument. All of the bass microphones now also include D.C.T. (Disconnect Cable Technology). D.C.T. allows you to remove the cable from the microphone.Made from aluminum to keep the mass low yet extremely strong, the AMT bass mic will remain durable through many years of use. The flex arm is easy to position yet retains it's placement throughout the most active of performances. The preamp for the microphone is rugged anodized aviation aluminum, which houses the electronics that can be placed on the floor. This preamp uses a circuit that can change EQ, curve, and gain by exchanging EPROM-like chip. The preamp runs off of battery or phantom power. The output is terminated with a male XLR type connector for balanced use. The AMT bass mic is connected to the preamp by a 4-pin locking connector. The system includes 1 microphone, cable that disconnects from the microphone, the AP40 preamp, and a hardshell case.Mounts to tailpiece of acoustic bassesCaptures great definition and subtletiesRemovable cordMade from lightweight, durable aluminumIncludes microphone, cable, AP40 preamp, and hardshell case |
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Applied Microphone Technology S25b-Tp Tailpiece Acoustic Bass Microphone $676 The AMT S25B-TP is an electret-condenser microphone system that has been designed for acoustic bass. The system has exactly the same sound characteristics and functions as the famed S25B, however the "TP "(tail piece) systems includes the ability to mount the mic on the tailpiece of an acoustic bass.All of the parameters that are problematic for the double bass have been addressed. The S25B- TP bass microphone will acquire the most gain before feedback by using a very tight pattern to give a high rejection to surrounding noise. At the same time, the system reproduces with great definition capturing all of the subtleties of the bass.As placement is especially important with an instrument that has a fine finish and varying dimensions, this microphone's attachment mechanism is designed to attach to the tailpiece of the acoustic bass guitar. This allows the instrument and the microphone to be placed back into a carrying case without having to remove the microphone from the body of the instrument. All of the bass microphones now also include D.C.T. (Disconnect Cable Technology). D.C.T. allows you to remove the cable from the microphone.Made from aluminum to keep the mass low yet extremely strong, the AMT bass mic will remain durable through many years of use. The flex arm is easy to position yet retains it's placement throughout the most active of performances. The preamp for the microphone is rugged anodized aviation aluminum, which houses the electronics that can be placed on the floor. This preamp uses a circuit that can change EQ, curve, and gain by exchanging EPROM-like chip. The preamp runs off of battery or phantom power. The output is terminated with a male XLR type connector for balanced use. The AMT bass mic is connected to the preamp by a 4-pin locking connector. The system includes 1 microphone, cable that disconnects from the microphone, the AP40 preamp, and a hardshell case.Mounts to tailpiece of acoustic bassesCaptures great definition and subtletiesRemovable cordMade from lightweight, durable aluminumIncludes microphone, cable, AP40 preamp, and hardshell case |
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Crown Pcc130 Boundary Microphone $279 The Crown PCC-130 is a surface mounted small cardioid microphone of professional quality. This handsomely styled unit is appropriate for use on the most elegant boardroom table or lectern. Other applications include churches, courtrooms and teleconferencing. With its small size, the PCC-130 is less conspicuous on a conference table than comparable mics. Because of its highly directional pickup pattern, the PCC-130 minimizes background noise and feedback. The microphone uses the principle of phase coherency achieved by mounting a small-diameter mic capsule very near a boundary. Direct and reflected sound waves arrive at the mic in-phase, and add coherently. This enhances sensitivity, clarity and reach. Self-contained electronics eliminate the need for an in-line power module. Powered by 12-48V phantom power, the PCC-130 has a low-impedance balanced output which permits long cable runs without hum pickup or high-frequency loss. Included with each PCC-130 is a 15-foot (4.6-m), two-conductor shielded microphone cable with a TA3F connector (mic end) and 3-pin male XLR-type connector (output). Capable of withstanding up to 120 dB SPL without distortion, the PCC-130 will never overload in practical use. Its electret-condenser capsule provides a wide, smooth frequency response from 50 Hz to 20 kHz. RFI suppression is included. Self-noise is low and sensitivity is very high. A bass-tilt switch allows the user to tailor the low-end response for particular applications.Cardioid polar pattern reduces background noise and provides an impressive gain-before-feedback CROWN PCC technologie (phase coherent cardioid) prevents phase interference due to table sound reflections Wide and smooth frequency response Exceptional performance and small size Three-position bass-tilt switchApplications: Houses of worshipConferencingLecternDistance learningSecurityCourtrooms |
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Applied Microphone Technology AMT S25B Acoustic Bass Condenser Microphone $676 The S25B is an electret-condenser microphone that has been designed for acoustic bass. All of the parameters that are problematic for the double bass have been addressed. To be able to get the most gain before feedback it uses a very tight pattern to give a high rejection to surrounding noise, at the same time reproducing accurately the subtleties of the bass. As placement is especially important with an instrument that has a fine finish and varying dimensions, the S25B microphone's attachment mechanism is designed to secure the mic to the bass in different positions taking seconds to attach. This mechanism is fitted with natural soft suede so as not to mark or mar instrument. Made from aluminum to keep the mass low yet extremely strong, this AMT microphone will remain durable through many years of use. The flex arm is easy to position yet retains it's placement throughout the most active of performances. The mic has an LED that can be easily seen while performing. This indicates status of a battery or phantom power. The preamp for the S25B microphone is rugged anodized aviation aluminum, which houses the electronics that can be placed on the floor. This preamp utilizes a circuit that can change EQ, curve, and gain by exchanging EPROM-like chip. The preamp runs off battery or phantom power. The output is terminated with a male XLR type connector for balanced use. The mic is connected to the preamp by a 4-pin locking connector. |
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Applied Microphone Technology AMT S18C Cello Condenser Microphone $663 The S18C is an electret-condenser microphone that has been designed for cello. All of the mic'ing parameters that are problematic for string instruments have been addressed. To be able to get the most gain before feedback it uses a very tight pattern to give a high rejection to surrounding noise, at the same time reproducing accurately the subtleties of the cello. As placement is especially important with an instrument that has a fine finish and varying dimensions, this microphone's attachment mechanism is designed to secure the mic to the cello in different positions taking seconds to attach. This mechanism is fitted with natural soft suede so as not to mark or mar instrument.Made from aluminum to keep the mass low yet extremely strong, this microphone will remain durable through many years of use. The flex arm is easy to position yet retains it's placement throughout the most active of performances. The mic has an LED that can be easily seen while performing. This indicates status of a battery or phantom power. The pre-amp for the microphone is rugged anodized aviation aluminum, which houses the electronics that can be placed on the floor. This pre-amp utilizes a circuit that can change EQ, curve, and gain by exchanging EPROM-like chip. The preamp runs off of battery or phantom power. The output is terminated with a male XLR type connector for balanced use. The mic is connected to the preamp by a 4-pin locking connector. |
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Used Korg Cm-100L Contact Microphone Black $9.09 The Korg CM-100L Contact Microphone is a perfect complement to any tuner that offers an audio input jack. The mic can be positioned to get a more sensitive reading, while allowing the tuner to be positioned for easier reading.The jack is a 1/4" male phone connector.Clip-on contact mic1/4" phone jackComplements any tuner with a 1/4" audio input |
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Applied Microphone Technology Amt S18c Cello Condenser Microphone $663 The S18C is an electret-condenser microphone that has been designed for cello. All of the mic'ing parameters that are problematic for string instruments have been addressed. To be able to get the most gain before feedback it uses a very tight pattern to give a high rejection to surrounding noise, at the same time reproducing accurately the subtleties of the cello. As placement is especially important with an instrument that has a fine finish and varying dimensions, this microphone's attachment mechanism is designed to secure the mic to the cello in different positions taking seconds to attach. This mechanism is fitted with natural soft suede so as not to mark or mar instrument.Made from aluminum to keep the mass low yet extremely strong, this microphone will remain durable through many years of use. The flex arm is easy to position yet retains it's placement throughout the most active of performances. The mic has an LED that can be easily seen while performing. This indicates status of a battery or phantom power. The pre-amp for the microphone is rugged anodized aviation aluminum, which houses the electronics that can be placed on the floor. This pre-amp utilizes a circuit that can change EQ, curve, and gain by exchanging EPROM-like chip. The preamp runs off of battery or phantom power. The output is terminated with a male XLR type connector for balanced use. The mic is connected to the preamp by a 4-pin locking connector.A Condenser Microphone Specifically Designed For CelloFlexible Gooseneck ArmLED Indicates Status Of A Battery Or Phantom PowerFloor Preamp With XLR OutputTerminated With A Male XLR Type Connector For Balanced UseRugged Anodized Aviation Aluminum ConstructionHardshell Blo-Mold Protective Case |
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Used Audix Om-2 Microphone $90.09 The American-made Audix OM2 is a hand-held dynamic vocal microphone designed primarily for live performance. With a hypercardioid pickup pattern and a frequency response of 50-16k Hz, the OM2 mic has the same well-balanced, comfortable profile as Audix's high-end touring vocal microphones. The OM2 featuries a low reflective black e-coat finish. Transformerless design, low impedance, and balanced output allow interference-free performance even with long cable runs. A dent-resistant spring-steel grill and sound pressure handling capabilities in excess of 140dB add to the Audix OM2's road-worthiness.Transducer Type: DynamicFrequency Response: 50 Hz- 16kHzPolar Pattern: HypercardioidOutput Impedance 250 ohmsSensitivity: 71.5dBCapsule Technology VLM Type BOff axis rejection >25dBMaximum SPL: >140dBCable/Connector: 3 pin gold plated male XLRPolarity: Positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of output XLR connectorHousing: Zinc alloyAccessories: adjustable mic clip with 5/8" 27 thread stand adapter, zippered carrying pouchDimension: (L x D): 6.73" x .944" (shaft)Weight: 10.5oz/298 grams |
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Pyle-Pro PPMJL15 15ft. Professional Microphone Cable 1/4'' Male to XLR Female List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: Too low to display Used From: $8.00  |
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This 15-foot, ¼” phono-male to XLR female speaker/mic cable was designed with the professional in mind. Our cables deliver premium performance without noise, static, or buzzing. Pyle Pro cables are durable and come with a one-year warranty. |
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GLS Audio 25ft Mic Cable Patch Cords - XLR Male to XLR Female Black Microphone Cables - 25' Balanced Mike Snake Cord - SINGLE List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $14.99 |
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Professional Series Noise Free Mic Cables. They have a thick, high quality, flexible rubber jacket. They are heavy duty Noise Free "True Balanced LO-Z" and have 3 pin XLR connectors on each end. These cables have dual insulated copper conductors plus they are shielded... |
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Pyle Pro PPMJL30 30' Professional Microphone Cable 1/4" Male to XLR Female List Price: $31.99 Sale Price: Too low to display |
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30ft. Professional Microphone Cable 1/4'' Male to XLR Female |
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Pyle-Pro PPMCL15 - 15ft. Symmetric Microphone Cable XLR Female to XLR Male List Price: $19.99 Sale Price: $4.26 |
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15ft. Symmetric Microphone Cable XLR Female to XLR Male |
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3M USB Male to XLR Female Microphone Cable for Windows 98SE 2000 XP VISTA Win7 Mac OS X Sale Price: $8.01 |
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This USB Microphone cable in itself owns sound card and can be compatible with computer without addtional driver, just plug in your instruments or microphones, electronic organ and so on, then you can start recording high quality digital music works easily... |
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Seismic Audio - Pack of TWO 1/4" TRS Male to XLR Male Converter - Audio Microphone/Speaker Cable PA Connector / Adapter 1/4 inch List Price: $29.99 Sale Price: $7.99 |
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Pair of 1/4" TRS Male to XLR Male Adapter Model #: SAPT2 (2 Pack) One end is 1/4" TRS Male One end is XLR Male High quality adapter Condition: NEW One year warranty You can never have too many adapters in your toolbox... |
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BestDealUSA Black USB 2.0 Male To 3.5mm Stereo Microphone Headphone Audio Jack Cable Adapter Sale Price: $0.01 |
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USB 2.0 to 3.5mm Male Audio Stereo Microphone Cable Description: * New generic USB Type A to 3.5mm Power Cable, Black * Charge electronic device through the USB port of your PC, USB travel charger, and USB car charger... |
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Your Cable Store 3 Pin XLR Male Microphone / Audio Connector Sale Price: $3.99 |
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Your Cable Store is the only authorized seller of Your Cable Store products. If you purchase from a seller other than Your Cable Store you will not receive a Your Cable Store product or warranty. |
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GLS Audio 25ft Mic Cable Patch Cords - XLR Male to XLR Female Black Microphone Cables - 25' Balanced Mike Snake Cord - 5 PACK List Price: $124.99 Sale Price: $54.00 |
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5 PACK of Professional Series Noise Free Mic Cables. They have a thick, high quality, flexible rubber jacket. They are heavy duty Noise Free "True Balanced LO-Z" and have 3 pin XLR connectors on each end... |
How Poor Customer Service Hurts Your Business
It's time to beat the old bad customer service drum again. I know, I'm sick of beating the drum, too, but as long as bad customer service runs rampant through so many businesses I feel it is my entrepreneurial duty to bring it to your attention. So grab a pew and prepare to listen to the sermon I've preached before: bad customer service is the bane of business. If the Almighty smote down every business that dispenses bad customer service, the world would be a much friendlier, albeit much sparser place. Consider a world without malls and fast food joints... would it really be so bad?
What puzzles me most is if bad customer service is such a death knell for business, why do so many businesses allow it to go on? Don't they read my column, for Pete's sake? I think the problem is that most bad customer service is doled out (or at least condoned) by business owners and managers who have ceased caring what their customers think. When you stop caring what your customers think it's time to close the doors. Go find a day job. You'll make someone a wonderfully disgruntled employee.
My latest parable of lousy customer service was actually experienced by my better half while attempting to buy my daughter a pair of basketball shoes. I won't mention the name of the sporting goods chain store in which the bad customer service took place, but I will tell you that its name is similar to the sound a frog with hiccups might make.
As my wife waited for someone to assit, the four or five teenagers who had been charged with manning the store stood in a clump at the cash register giggling and flirting with one another as if they were at the prom instead of at work.
When my wife pointed out this fact, one of the employees, a cheeky lass of 16 or so, put her hands on her hips and said, "How rude!" The males in the group didn't react at all. They were too busy arguing over who could take a break so they could chase other cheeky lasses about the mall.
Needless to say my lovely bride, who has the ability to instill fear into the hearts of even the most worthless employees, left the gaggle of giggling teen idiots standing with their mouths open in disbelief. How dare a customer tell them to do that with a pair of basketball shoes?
As much as I bemoan bad customer service I celebrate good customer service. It should be applauded and the purveyor of said good customer service should be rewarded for actually delivering satisfaction to the customer, above and beyond the call of duty.
So let me tell you the story of my new hero, Ken. I won't tell you the name of the store in which Ken works, but let's just say they started out selling radios in a shack somewhere long, long ago.
I first met Ken when I went into the store to buy a mixing board for my business that records audio products for the Web. In a nutshell, you plug microphones into the mixing board then connect it to the computer and you can record audio directly to digital format. Totally beside the point of this article, but I didn't want you thinking that I was purchasing non-manly cooking utensils.
When I got the mixer installed it didn't work. So I boxed it up and headed back to the store to return it. When I told Ken my problem he didn't just grunt and give me my money back as so many bad customer service reps would do. Instead he asked, "Do you mind if I try it?"
"Knock yourself out," was my reply, confident that if I couldn't get it to work, neither could Ken. Ken took the mixer out of the box and went about hooking it up to one of the computers on display. He started pulling power cords and cables off the display racks and ripping them open and plugging them in. He tore open a new microphone and an adapter and kept going until he had the mixer hooked up and working. Yes, I said working. It turns out the mixer was fine. I just had the wrong power adapter.
Ken could have just given me my money back and been done with me. Instead he spent 15 minutes and opened a number of other packages that I was under no obligation to buy just to help me get the thing working.
I was so impressed that I not only kept the mixing board, I also bought another $50 worth of products. And the next time I need anything electronic guess where I will buy it? Even if it costs twice as much, I'll buy it from Ken.
Now here's the moral of the story: if you are a business owner who has a gaggle of teenagers in charge of customer service at your store you would be better off replacing them with wild monkeys.
At least monkeys can be trained.
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