Mic/Phantom power/cable questions.

[stuprice]

I have an MXL 990 w/ shock mount, XLR cables, and a little Behringer PS400 Ultra-Compact Phantom Power Supply. I am starting to save for a decent audio interface.
Until then I was wondering if I can power my microphone connected to my phantom power, and then connect the phantom power directly to my laptop using a XLR female to usb cable?

Thanks in advance for feedback,
Stu price

[ObiK]

Yeah that should work fine actually. Though I'd skip all of that and put the money towards those things towards an audio interface.

[stuprice]

I already have everything, but the audio interface and a $6 XLR cable.
It could be a month or so before I have a interface, but I could buy that cable now and start getting comfortable working with a mic and get a hang of how I sound recorded.

[ObiK]

Definitely get the cable now and work on your technique and getting to know the mics sounds and limits. Then get the interface when you can.