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Thanks for the reply. That's very helpful. I think I'll shop around for a cheap preamp.

Ah, right, the computer. It's a Dell PC. It's got a 1/8" microphone port, and I think it has a line-in port that also accepts a 1/8" jack. Basically my question is: I've got a Sure mic with what I think is an XLR connector. Should I try to get an adaptor that will allow me to plug the mic directly i...

Hi, I'm a beginner with a question: I want to use Audacity to record acoustic guitar and voice. I have an old professional-quality Sure mic. What is the best way to hook the mic up to my computer? I have an adaptor that allows me to hook a 1/4" jack on the microphone connector (I think the mic's con...