What is the best microphone for dictation?
It's a question that I've heard countless times. And while it is not a question that has a single correct answer, I can sure give you some tips for what to pay attention to when trying to find a new mic.
Some models that I've had good success with, for myself as well as for my customer are these:
- Simple cabled USB headset: Jabra Evolve 20
- Wireless Bluetooth headset: Jabra Evolve 65 with dongle
- Desktop USB mic: SpeechWare TableMike 3-in-1 or 6-in-1.
I have no interests in these companies, nor affiliate commission.
Disclaimer: I don't guarantee that you'll be pleased with the recognition results. I've found these mics to be solid performers for speech recognition, especially with Dragon software.
The Speech Recognition Podcast
The Speech Recognition Podcast broadly discusses dictation and voice commands on PC, Mac and iPad/iPhone. Microphones will also be a common topic, as they so essential for good recognition results.
If you are interested in using speech recognition software in your daily life, this podcast is for you.
My name is Janneke den Draak and I'll be your host.
The speech recognition is my daily work. I've been a professional speech recognition software trainer and consultant since the year 2000.
Don't expect me to be great at podcasting, though. The podcasting part is all new to me 😀 I'm keeping the recordings super simple and the content unpretentious. The most important thing is to get the podcast published so that any helpful tips and inspiration gets out there for you to listen to!
When I'm not podcasting, I'm creating and facilitating online training and blended e-learning courses on using Dragon speech recognition and Apple Voice Control. Or I'm traveling to a customer to give an in-person Dragon training. In the Netherlands, which is where I have my business as a solopreneur.
You can find me at LearnSpeechRecognition.com.