Shure wants to bring microphones to your USB port

Whether you choose a direct USB microphone or you’re an audio-specialist XLR type, Shure has you covered on getting that audio routed to your computer’s USB port. The PG27USB and PG42USB are direct-to-USB condenser microphones with a cardiod pickup pattern — pick the $199 PG27USB for a flat response or the $249 PG42USB if vocals are your thing. Like we’ve seen from other devices, the $129 X2u will marry your favorite XLR-type mic to your USB port with zero-latency, phantom power and headphone monitoring. The Shure name is well-trusted in microphones, but check the full details after the break if you’re still not, um, sure.
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