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What happens if you don't recreate sound?

If the sound is not faithfully recreated, the realism and accuracy of your recording will suffer and lack 'fidelity'.

Who is Marc from Shure?

Marc forms part of our Pro Audio team at Shure UK and specialises in Digital Marketing. He also holds a BSc First Class Hons Degree in Music Technology. When not at work he enjoys playing the guitar, producing music, and dabbling in DIY (preferably with a good craft beer or two).

Can you use a USB microphone for podcasts?

While a good quality USB microphone can yield great sounding results for Podcast audio, some users will find the all-in-one connectivity restrictive. By opting to purchase the audio interface and microphone separately, you'll exchange convenience for greater creative control. Instead of limiting yourself to just a handful of USB microphones on the market, you can now select and operate any microphone with a standard XLR connection. If your audio interface allows for more than one XLR input, then you'll also have the option of recording two mics simultaneously to individual tracks – perfect for interviews or Podcast shows with more than one host!#N#The great thing about being able to select from any standard XLR microphone is the ability to match the right mic to your individual voice. The fact is, each microphone has its own individual sonic signature – some of which will be better suited to your voice than others. For example, if you have a nasally sounding voice, it makes sense to select a microphone that doesn't emphasize this quality. Also, if you think your voice sounds a little thin, some microphones with a 'warm,' extended low-frequency response can help give you that 'radio voice' you're looking for. A good example from the Shure portfolio is the SM7b, which was originally designed for broadcast applications and is perfect for high-quality speech applications.