A Must-Have Professional Audio Device: CEntrance MicPort Pro (Review)

CEntrance MicPort Pro

Whether you are recording a podcast, conducting an interview, or recording vocals for an upcoming audio track, a quality microphone is the most essential tool in order to produce a quality experience for the listener. With that said, most professional and studio microphones do not use your standard 3.5mm or USB connector, but instead utilize XLR making it somewhat of a challenge for those who record to a computer. That’s at least what I thought until I had the opportunity to check out CEntrance’s MicPort Pro. Read more to discover how to utilize your professional or studio microphone on any device supporting audio through a USB input!

As the only portable microphone preamp supporting 24bit/96kHz, the MicPort Pro delivers true studio sound from your XLR microphone to any device with a USB input in lossless quality. Simply connect your microphone’s XLR connector to the female XLR input on the MicPort Pro and connect the included USB cable from the MicPort Pro to your USB device, and you are all ready to go! Not to be confused for a simple XLR to USB converter, the MicPort Pro contains its very own preamp for high quality audio recordings using not only basic dynamic microphones, but those who require phantom power. If you are unaware, what phantom power is, it is the method in which DC electric power is transmitted through microphones that require active electronic circuitry. Phantom power is required for a majority of the professional and studio microphones used today.

In addition to the preamp, the MicPort Pro integrates a built-in headphone amp allowing you to monitor your audio pass-through real-time, latency free. Being able to monitor your own voice without any latency is required for the high demands of audio production today and CEntrance delivers here with an easy to use device that fully supports one’s needs.

CEntrance’s MicPort Pro, contains two knobs on the device used to adjust sound levels for both your microphone’s input and headphone’s output. For those heavily involved within audio production, this is required and generally restricted to professional grade mixers. CEntrance Once again delivers and innovates with the technology built right into the compact device. The MicPort Pro also requires absolutely no batteries as it is powered through the USB connection allowing convenience to take role within one’s audio productions.

After working with this product for a collection of my audio productions on TheGamerAccess.com, I must say I am beyond impressed with the ability of such a compact device to deliver the quality of audio exhibited throughout my experiences. The only downfall I could find with the MicPort Pro is the sturdiness of the XLR connector. While noticeable motion is rarely involved in a majority of my recording sessions, I found that when motion was involved, the XLR connector seemed to move loosely within the connection possibly causing a conflict for one who needs a more motion-friendly device. Other than that, CEntrance’s MicPort Pro delivers on its promises and provides a user-friendly experience for those looking to bring studio quality audio to their USB device.

Final Score: 9.5/10

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I have been looking into a solution for XLR to USB. After reading this supports 24bit/96kHz, this might be the device I go with. Great review btw!

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