Which microphone ?

[Fish31520]

Hi guys,

I already have Birdnet-Pi but I would be interested in BattyBirdnet-Pi.

Which (not too expensive 😅) microphone could be used for that purpose ?

Thanks

[rdz-oss]

I develop the prototype with wildlife acoustic touch 2
As yet only the ML part is ready. Integration into the Pi system is planned.
Probably the Audiomoth will work - not yet clear

[Fish31520]

Thanks !
Well, I'll wait a bit and follow your progress on this very interesting project !
As soon as it will be available on RPi, I'll by the mic and test that.

[rdz-oss]

So there is a prototype that is working also with the audiomoth usb micro as well as the echo meter 2.

It is still experimental and currently has the tendency for getting triggered by noise. I will be working to reduce that.
If you only turn it on at dusk when the bats fly you can use it as of now.

curl -s https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rdz-oss/BattyBirdNET-Pi/main/newinstaller.sh | bash

will get it installed. Work in progress.

[rdz-oss]

I ordered an audiomoth 1.2.0 . I will continue developing for the echo meter touch. Yet when that works, I will give the audiomoth a shot, too. Some people have said that the audiomoth has a higher noise level. I will check in time.

[Xoxoxcu]

I'd suggest checking out some ASMR microphones. Excellent audio quality while remaining affordable. One popular option you might consider is the Tascam DR-05X Portable Audio Recorder. It's a versatile microphone that offers high-quality sound recording at an affordable price. It has built-in stereo microphones and can also be connected to an external microphone for even better audio capture. If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Fifine K669B USB Microphone is worth considering. Despite its low price, it delivers decent sound quality and is a popular choice among content creators. Remember, when choosing a microphone, it's essential to consider your specific needs and preferences. Btw, here are some reviews to check out https://asmrmicrophones.com/. Look for features like noise cancellation, frequency response, and connectivity options to ensure you find the perfect fit.