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.

Elgato makes a ton of products for streamers, but if you wanted an Elgato-branded mic, that just wasn't a possibility...until now! Today Andy checks out the feature-packed Elgato Wave:3 mic, giving a ...

Each of the three microphones below is very well-priced for what it delivers, and also happens to be one of the best mics ...

A USB microphone is an easy way to record audio, and it reduces how much equipment you need to record. It’s the perfect solution for podcasters who like to record in different locations whether they ...

A USB microphone is the heart of any worthwhile streaming or podcasting operation. Without a decent USB microphone, all of your favorite podcasts would be ridden with echoes and unwanted background ...

One of the most popular podcast microphones has just received a significant upgrade. I’ve managed to get my hands on a review sample of the new PodMic USB to see if it is a genuine improvement over ...

Shure's new MV88 USB-C Stereo Mic for IOS & Android is essentially an updated version of their existing MV88 phone-mounted ...

The clever addition of a USB-C port broadens the appeal of the fifth-generation Rode NT1, but it is still pro-level — and requires tweaks or additional hardware for the best results. The latest ...

As career opportunities shift online, it's clear that investing in a USB microphone for your workstation is a wise decision. Opting for the best USB microphone ensures a long path of success in ...

The Bietrun UMKF01 is a plug-and-play USB microphone and it doesn’t need any special drivers when used with devices running Windows 7/8/10 or macOS. If you make a lot of video calls or use your ...