I just got a job a couple weeks ago and I'll eventually save for a new XLR to USB converter for my mic (sE Magneto which has 16dB self noise). I need something better than the Blue Icicle which overheats within a matter of minutes and adds additional noise to recordings (I already get undesired noise from the hard drive spinning - I'll be getting either a new machine all together or an SSD drive eventually, but it's not a high priority at the moment).
My planned budget is anywhere from $80 - $200 (after 6% tax is factored in).
My planned budget is anywhere from $80 - $200 (after 6% tax is factored in).