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by ericwampner
Wed Apr 25, 2012 9:15 pm
Forum: Recording Equipment
Topic: Problem using PC headset mics with a Yamaha audio mixer...
Replies: 40
Views: 19869

Re: Problem using PC headset mics with a Yamaha audio mixer.

Ok, checked, used the correct value (0.22uF) for the input side capacitor, tried temporarily adding the recommended 0.1uF cap to the output side with no discernible result. Signal is clear and fairly strong, but has a strong computer style hiss.

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by ericwampner
Wed Apr 25, 2012 12:50 pm
Forum: Recording Equipment
Topic: Problem using PC headset mics with a Yamaha audio mixer...
Replies: 40
Views: 19869

Re: Problem using PC headset mics with a Yamaha audio mixer.

Ok, this morning I built the circuit, and it works, but is very noisy (background hiss). I'm using a 7805 for my 5V supply, with a 9V battery driving it. I think its likely to be my issue. I was using the http://www.epanorama.net/circuits/microphone_powering.html under Multimedia microphones to norm...