Don't rely on the wimpy microphone built into your phone or laptop. Here's how to find the best USB (and XLR with USB) mics for gaming, podcasting, and recording music, including our top-tested picks.

Find the the best USB microphones to record podcasts, voiceovers, or music that elevate your audio quality. For those looking for a microphone that can deliver fantastic sound quality without breaking ...

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Can’t decide whether you want a USB or an XLR microphone? It’s a common question for people who want to start a podcast or maybe work as a voiceover artist. A USB microphone is convenient because you ...

I was happy — excited, even — to check out Shure’s latest USB microphone. Its predecessor, the MV7, has been my default podcasting mic since it was launched toward to end of 2020. I’ve recorded more ...

Smaller, cheaper, and more usable at a distance than the Shure MV7, the MV6 is a very good thing in a more compact package. The odd niggle aside, it makes for a formidable desktop gaming mic. PC Gamer ...

You don’t need to drop big money on a fancy mic to sound professional. A simple, cheap clip-on mic can instantly improve your audio for calls, content creation, and ...