The AKG Perception P220 Microphone and Recording Essentials Kit from B&H includes everything you need to start recording your music podcasts and more. The kit includes a P220 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone a Senal XU-1648 XLR-to-USB Interface studio monitor headphones an XLR M to XLR F mic cable a pop filter and a desktop mic stand. The P220 Large-Diaphragm Microphone features a 1.0 true condenser capsule with a cardioid polar pattern. A low-cut filter at 300 Hz enables you to cut unwanted low end from your sources. The microphone's selectable -20 dB pad allows it to handle SPLs of up to 155 dB so it can be placed in front of a variety of sources.The XU-1648 is a compact XLR-to-USB adapter interface that allows you to plug your microphone into the USB port of any Mac or Windows computer for use with your favorite digital recording software. Its rugged build and plug-and-play operation make it suitable for live performance recording podcasts and similar applications. The comfortable headphones allow you to clearly monitor your mix. The XLR M to XLR F studio-quality cable is ideal for connecting mics to mixers preamps audio interfaces recorders and any other application where XLR connectivity is required. The cable is engineered to be both quiet and durable and is well-suited for critical recording and broadcast situations. Also included are a pop filter to reduce noise from aspirated plosives like p and b sounds and a sturdy desktop mic stand.