JLab - TALK GO Plug & Play USB Microphone

I use the microphone mostly for zoom calls. I had a headset that I was getting complaints about being too loud, and with this mic, everyone is now OK with me talking. So overall the audio quality is pretty good for all the conference calls being done these days. With that said, there are a couple of things that are a little odd. First, the controls to mute are at the bottom, and I would prefer that they are at the top so you can quickly see them. Second, there is an option to plug in headphones, and so on a PC, you need to make sure to change the audio out to another device if you don't use them. There is no software, which is good and also bad as you cannot easily adjust the output. Last, this is USB C to USB A, and I'd prefer USB c to USB c, but for compatibility this makes sense. Overall this is a basic microphone with good audio quality for meetings, so if you have issues with your PC mic (or don't have one) then I would recommend this. However, if your audio input works today there wouldn't be any reason to get this.

Works great nice quality and very versatile tripod

I’m relatively late into the making a podcast world, and have been hesitant on choosing a mic to record. I’ve tried using headsets but it was challenging hearing other people in the discussion. Enter the JLab Audio Talk Go, a great entry level mic for novices like me. I was amazed at the simplicity and quality that came with this mic. It’s literally a plug-and-play set up and decent quality for the price tag. Pros: -Setup. Just plug it in my computer and automatically the mic turned on. I use Windows 10 and the set up was minutes. -Two Directional Patterns: the Talk uses Cardioid and Omnidirectional. Cardioid is normally speaking into the mic. The Omni allows you to place the mic in the middle of our table set up and multiple people can participate in the recording. You no longer have to adjust the mic to whoever is talking. -build quality. It’s a hard plastic chassis on top of a tripod. It feels sturdy that I know it’s not going to break if it drops off the table. -Light wheel. At the bottom of the mic, the Talk Go emits three colors that indicate what pattern mode you are using. Blue means cardioid; Green is Omnidirectional; Red is mute. There is also a volume rocker, 3.5 jack and micro USB at the bottom for connection. Neutral. -Recording quality. My voice came out good, not muted and it did not pick up too much background noises. But my voice could’ve been more crisp. For regular podcasting I feel this works well. Cons: -Lacks accessories: the Talk Go is small enough you’d think it would’ve came with either a travel pouch or a windscreen. Just something to think about adding next time. Overall, really impressed with the Talk Go. Does the job for me and my growing podcast.

The JLab Talk GO USB Microphone is a great product if you are looking a USB mic that is easy to install, use and add software. The Good! • The Set up for the JLab Talk GO is very simple. There is a tripod base that connects to a middle piece (for microphone mobility) and that screw into the side of the microphone. Now you are basically set up for using the JLab Talk GO . • The Microphone is pretty compact and lightweight, even when it is all put together. It fits nice just about anywhere because it has great grip rubber ends on each tripod arm. • Plug in the Cable provided to the USB C (microphone connection) and USB A into your computer. Then the JLab Talk GO will be on displaying one of 3 colors. • There are two basic modes that you can use with the JLab Talk GO. The Cardioid and Omni (there is also a mute mode) allow you to use them for how you are using the Microphone. The Cardioid mode (Blue) and works great to pick up the voice of an individual or sounds you are looking for at a small radius. The Omni mode (Green) really works better with a group talking into the Microphone or if you want to get ambient noise. Mute mode (Red) is the last mode you can you. With only 3 colors, this simplifies the use of this JLab Talk GO. I do want to add the Microphone is quite sensitive to picking other sounds. Like wind or ambient noise. • The bottom on the Microphone is at an angle so you can see how to use it. The end of the Microphone has the controls and colors that explain what is going on. At this point connect your USB-C into the JLab Talk GO (it is labeled) and the other end USB Type A into your computer. The microphone end will turn on. There are 3 colors: Green, Blue and Red. As stated above, the Microphone mode in Green is better for several persons talking into the Microphone. The ring of color will light up Green in this mode. The Blue color on the bottom is Cardioid and works best with one person speaking. To change modes simply touch/hold the middle button on the bottom of the Microphone, that will change colors to let you know what mode you are in. You can only go from Green to Blue or Blue to Green by touching that button. If you tap into Red mode you are in mute. From Red (mute) you can only go back the previous mode (or color). So if you were in Green mode and then Red mode, you could not go to Blue. You have to go back to Green mode and then you can change to Blue mode. I was frustrated at first but after you use it a couple of times, it is not an issue. • There is also a plug for the headphones, volume and colors Green and Blue modes. There are two pictures on the base of the microphone: the Blue shows the Cardioid symbol and the Green shows the Omni symbol. There is microphone picture of mute on the middle button that turns Red when on mute. The headphone plug in allows you to hear your voice and everything else the JLab Talk GO is able to pick up. There is a spin wheel volume control to adjust to your settings when listening. • The JLab Talk GO can be used in many different ways. The microphone can be used for your YouTube videos, POD casts, and recording a variety a things. I wanted to record my guitar through this Microphone. There are plenty of free software to use, just look online and find one that suites your needs. Two directional Pattern Modes: Cardioid (great for a single person recording) and Omni (great for a group of people recording). • When you are recording, talking into the Microphone, make sure the JLab Talk GO name is facing you. That way you can get the best recording in Cardioid mode. The not so Great? • I do want to say that the weight of the JLab Talk GO is very lightweight, almost fragile feeling. I had no breakage or problems in this area, it is just really light. The tripod is very solid though and counter balances the light parts. • Controls on the bottom of the microphone can be hard to use or see for some people. But I doubt it will cause any trouble, the colors are quite bright! • Doesn’t come with any recording software I could find. I looked for some software built into the computer but didn’t come up with any. That is not to say you won’t find some software, every computer is somewhat different. I really enjoy the quality, sound and size of the JLab Talk GO USB Microphone. It doesn’t have all the bells and whistles (as some other microphones $$), but made with features you can use productively. It sounds great and will do well for those doing videos and/or music.

For me this is a great microphone at an affordable price and good looks. Working from home and being on conference calls with my Windows 10 PC has been a daily must, but this JLAB Audio Talk Go USB Microphone has made it a much better experience. I use this to ensure my outgoing voice is clear and legible to my recipients on the receiving end of my conversations. I sit on my phone and interview individuals and do web conference interviews from my laptop multiple times a day. The USB microphone is plug and play and works really well. My Windows 10 PC recognized it immediately upon plugin installation and I was up and running. Thank you JLAB for making it so easy on this front. The user controls for this microphone are easy and straightforward to use. Blue light for single person chatting, green light for group chat setting, and the red light is to mute the microphone instantly. The headphone jack on the back allows you to listen in on the audio that you're participating in which is great. When this microphone is plugged into your USB port all the audio defaults to this device so you have to be able to use the headphones to listen to your computer audio as well. I like the looks of this microphone. The tripod stand looks nice and works really well for stability. It's pretty straightforward on how to get it set up and I'm happy with the audio recording. I am by no means a professional when it comes to using a microphone device, but I hope that this can help me out with doing some YouTube type videos in the near future. It's a compact microphone, easy to pack and portable. The only downside I have had with it is getting familiar with where the buttons are without seeing them directly in front of me. When the microphone is setup and aimed at you for optimal speaking, the controls are housed on the rear of the microphone and out of view from the user. I only wish the controls were more visible to the user while I am utilizing the microphone so I don't have to fumble around with the microphone to pick it up or turn it. PRO: Nice looks Great audio recording Easy to setup CON: Buttons are in the back

Unless you're trying to spend over $100, this is the mic you need. I use this as my discord and video mic and I don't think my voice can get much better. Setup was as simple as plugging it in, and the rest is handled by the OS. The cable included is USB C (Connects to the computer via Full-size USB) which is an awesome because it makes finding a backup cable easy if something ever happens to the included one. The back of the microphone has a LED ring for indicating status (blue for listening, red for muted). The build quality is also nice, it has aluminum for the main body and soft touch plastic on the back and front. The stand has very nice rubber feet that'll keep it in place, though unfortunately the stand doesn't adjust upwards but the mic pivits vertically to account for that. Overall If you're looking for a good, inexpensive, future-proof mic, this is what you need.

Video chatting, streaming, podcasting and more, the JLab Talk GO gives you ability to record quality audio for an amazing price. The mic feels really well built especially given the price. Using the mic is simple and straightforward on a pc or an iPad, it’s literally just plug and play. On the iPad Pro I use a USB to USB-C adapter and it immediately recognizes it. With the work at home craze going on this allows you to video chat with a set of headphones plugged in and not annoy the family! You and the person you’re talking to will notice a major difference from the built in mic on whatever device you’re using. Controls are on the bottom and once you use it a few times they fall right at hand.

JLAB TALK Go USB I discovered that my wonderful new MacBook Pro is a wonderful FaceTime/ Skype/Zoom conferencing tool, as long as you don’t mind occasional feedback* from its built-in microphone/speaker setup. While headphones are one solution, another is a USB microphone such as this JLAB Talk Go. You need to be OK with a cable across your desktop to connect the microphone to a USB input on your computer (or a port extender). If you are, you gain a very nice improvement in both controlling sound quality and direction management. [Feedback is that disturbing squeal that occurs when the sound from your speakers is fed back into the microphone and is re-amplified, getting louder and louder very quickly.] Getting some added distance between your microphone and speakers is all you need. The JLAB TALK Go USB is such a reasonably priced microphone, it is definitely worth testing it out in your environment. And it has so many other uses. It is a very professional looking piece of equipment with easy-to-understand controls and features. My family may turn into performers. SETUP: I am not even going to try to describe the setup other than the fact that it’s no more complicated than plugging into your computer USB port and making some sound setting changes. JLAB has a wonderful “How to Guide: Talk Go Microphone” on the JLAB Website or Youtube. I’ve rarely seen video instructions done better, and rather than pull out a magnifier for the enclosed pamphlet, the online USER MANUAL is a joy to use. The JLAB TALK Go has obvious, bright and colorful LEDs to let you know when you’ve selected Cardioid or Omnidirectional or MUTE. You won’t be unpleasantly surprised by what gets broadcast. SUMMARY: This is one of those no-brainer decisions. We will find other ways to use this nifty JLAB TALK Go microphone. It was designed by people who understand what the end-user needs and wants in a microphone. It sounds great, elevating our conference calls, podcasts, performances and other recordings to a higher level. We could spend much more, but this is definitely the place to start our experiments in capturing voice recordings.