Question 1

can I use this with my computer

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With this microphone, you will need an audio interface to enable a hook-up to your computer.  The audio interface, like a USB mixer, will enable you to plug in the XLR connector from the mic into the mixer and then output the signal to your computer via a USB cable.  I would suggest purchasing a USB microphone which will plug directly into your laptop or desktop.  The Blue  USB microphone was on sale at Amazon for $50 a few days ago.  The AT-2020 is also a good choice.  You'll then need a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) in order to edit, enhance, save your work.  There are free DAWs like Audacity and others that you can purchase.  I narrate books for Audible.com and used the AT2020 for narrating a number of books with good results.  There are better choices for a dynamic microphone than this PG48.  I purchased this mic earlier this year and found it to be very "tinny"--not full bodied.  I returned the mic for a refund.

Question 2

Is this better or worse than the PG58 for spoken word? I want to use these for a podcast.

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The PG48-XLR Cardioid Dynamic microphone is excellent. This is right from the horse's mouth. 'have not tried the  PG58 and can not make a reliable comparison.

Question 3

Which dynamic microphone has the best frequency response for instruments?

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Depends .. Sm57 is too bright sm 58 has more body  just dont buy this 48

Question 4

The image suggests this can be used for spoken presentations up to 24 inches from the presenter's mouth.  Is this true?

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I use it for vocals mostly for recording. I usually place the pop filter 3 or 4 inches from the mic and sing about another 2 inches from that.  24 inches seems quite far but if you can turn up the gain enough it may work

ASIN	B00C8FEPF6
Antenna Location	Karaoke, Singing, Speech, Video Conference
Audible Noise	52 Decibels
Best Sellers Rank	#107,963 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #393 in Vocal Dynamic Microphones
Brand	Shure
Built-In Media	Battery
Color	Black, Silver
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer
Connectivity Technology	XLR
Connector Type	XLR
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (45)
Enclosure Material	Metal
Frequency Range	2050-2700 MHz
Frequency Response	15000 Hz
Global Trade Identification Number	00805232291925
Hardware Platform	PC
Impedance	150 Ohms
Item Dimensions	7.5 x 3.5 x 10.25 inches
Item Weight	2.2 Pounds
Manufacturer	Shure
Mfr Part Number	PG48QTR
Microphone Form Factor	Microphone Only
Model Name	PG48-QTR
Model Number	PG48-QTR
Number of Channels	1
Polar Pattern	Unidirectional
Power Source	Corded Electric
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	72 dB
Special Feature	Clip
UPC	805232291826 805232291925 042406099073
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Warranty Description	2-year limited warranty.

Shure PG48-QTR Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone with On-Off Switch includes 15' XLR to 1/4" Cable

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