USB MICROPHONE HELP PLEASE!!!?

Question

Okay, I have a CAD GXL2200 USB microphone. It comes with a standard cable with USB on one end and the other goes into the bottom of the mic. When I plug it into the computer, it is recognized as "C-Media USB headphone set" and wanting to playback audio through it as well as record. Obviously the playback is not possible because it is just a microphone. I set the default playback to my computer's speakers, and the recording default as the new mic. I go to properties and Levels to increase the sound. But when I talk into the mic, no sound is picked up, at all. But when I unplug the mic, or plug it back in, it makes noise that is visible by watching the sound bar things go up and down, indicating tht sound is coming threw the mic. But when i talk into the mic, nothing. PLEASE HELP. I have done EVERYTHING. I've updated my drivers as well, and still nothing.

Answer 1

When you unplug or plugin noise is created. It is not due to any sound received by the MIC. I guess you need a proper driver for your microphone. Or may be you need a pre-amplifier.

http://audiointerfaces.nassaubahama.net/cad-gxl2200-usb-mic-set-cable-jamstand-filter-blue-icicle/

"Description :



Here is the GXL2200 USB mic set you’ve wanted for your Home Studio! Along with this great mic set we have included the ICICLE by Blue Microphones which features a studio quality microphone preamp, 48V phantom power, fully balanced low noise front end, analog gain control, and driver-less operation that allows you to connect the GXL2200 to your computer for pod-cast and studio recordings. With the Icicle, setup is a snap!"

EDIT : I came across some more details : http://www.fixya.com/support/p7632-cad_microphones_gxl2200_professional

i bought a GXL220

You need a 48volt phantom power supply and 2 balanced XLR microphone cables.

http://www.fixya.com/support/t16547506-gxl_2200_condenser_mike_not_working_mix

My gxl 2200 condenser mike is not working for my mix craft 6



"The usual procedure when a mic is not working - check that the phantom power (+48V) is working, then try another cable.



If the mic is out of warranty and you're low on bucks, you might have to fix it. Unscrew the base, carefully holding the body sleeve up against the screen. Then carefully slide off the body to expose the PC boards. Check the boards and wires for cracked copper film and bad solder joints. Two tiny Philips screws will allow you to remove the REAR board for full inspection of both. If all is good physically, start checking components with a multimeter. (if you don't know how, StartPage it.) The circuit is similar to the one below, EXCEPT there is a low cut switch on the CAD 2200. If you find a bad component, most of them are pretty cheap to replace."

Answer 2

Cad Gxl 2200

Answer 3

Cad Gxl2200