When ordering the microphone I was initially skeptical as to whether it is sufficient for my needs, since I wanted to use it not only to make phone calls via Skype. I also wanted to use it for recording vocals and guitar. I have to say my skepticism was unfounded. This little thing has concerns a damn good quality recording and what the final output sound. No noise, no crackling, as I previously had with my webcam with intergiertem micro. I'm thrilled and would highly recommend it. We must not sit too close before only ;-)