Did you know that Dog Beach in San Diego CA was the first beach in the 1970s in the US to allow dogs to roam free without a leash! It sure makes sense to me given the laid back CA vibe! But enough about dogs and beaches, and more to the point of this continuing AI chronicle: U sing ChatGBT to solve a practical purchase of a computer desktop microphone…..
Case 1: Using ChatGBT to Purchase a Microphone
A. GBT Question or “prompt”:
I want to improve sound quality for an audio-narrated slide deck of 5 minutes long. What equipment or software do I need to buy in addition to my PC and iPhone?
B. GBT Results:
Essential Equipment
- USB Microphone (for PC)
- Recommended: Blue Yeti, Audio-Technica AT2020USB+, or Elgato Wave:3
- Why: Offers much better clarity and noise reduction than built-in mics
- Pop Filter or Foam Windscreen
- Prevents harsh “P” and “S” sounds and softens breathing noise
- Mic Stand or Boom Arm
- Keeps mic steady and positioned correctly, avoiding desk vibrations
- Optional: External Audio Interface (if using XLR mic instead of USB)
- Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is a popular choice
- Only needed for more advanced setups
Recording Tips
- Record in a quiet room with soft surfaces (carpet, curtains, etc.)
- Keep mic 6–12 inches from your mouth, slightly off-center
- Speak clearly and steadily, then edit out mistakes or breaths
C. Next Steps:
I did a Google Search on the 3 equipment options, and also ran across Reddit user feedback on Blue Yeti vs other alternatives.
I then tentatively selected Blue Yeti as the lowest cost most versatile option, and went to Amazon to check availability and their customer reviews. Lastly in my Google Search I found an expert blogger (at
https://www.thepodcasthost.com/equipment/blue-yeti-podcasting-review/) who had a good review and tips on Blue Yeti, and that confirmed my decision to make an Amazon purchase.
Total time investment: only about 30 minutes!
P.S. I also did further iteration on ChatGBT, for example…what are software recommendations for better audio recording? In fact I could have further iterated or drilled down on GBT to get individual reviews of each equipment option, etc vs following up on Google Search.
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