New Mic + New Audigy 2 Platinum = Lots of Background No

I just purchased a new microphone and the Creative SoundBlaster Audigy 2 Platinum. I linked the microphone I'm using below. I have installed all of the drivers for the Audigy card and noticed when I am trying to record voice, I hear a substantial amount of background noise even in a completely silent room. I have included a link to a test mp3 and wav below where you can hear what the mic sounds like. I have the mic plugged into the back of the soundcard.
I have also attempted to move the microphone closer to my mouth, farther away, facing different positions, etc... Nothing really seems to work. It also sounds a bit quiet even with the volume turned all the way up.
Microphone:
http://www.audiocubes.com/product/Au...icrophone.html
Microphone Configuration:
http://student.dpg.devry.edu/~d00754...figuration.gif
Sample audio file using windows sound recorder:
http://student.dpg.devry.edu/~d00754524/example.wav
Sample audio file using Creative Mediasource Player:
http://student.dpg.devry.edu/~d00754524/example.mp3
Thanks in advance for the help.Message Edited by icroyal on 2-2-2005 08:30 PM

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