Why You Don't Need an XLR Microphone Setup There are lots of microphones you’ll end up getting suggested in your research. And while having a setup as professional as possible using an XLR ...

It also works with regular pro-grade XLR cables and phantom power ... a strong understanding of the principles of reference mic design. We’ve seen some other great low-cost reference mics ...

you connect the Cherry Xtrfy NGALE X via the XLR connection at the end of the mount, à la the Shure SM7B, which is a much more slick way of connecting to a mic with cable management in mind.