Top USB microphones for podcasts and YouTube videos

Top USB microphones for podcasts and YouTube videos

If you’re a budding YouTuber or someone getting into the world of creating podcasts, then one of the most vital pieces of equipment is a good microphone. Having a good mic leads to professional results and gives your audience a better experience. For podcasts and youtube videos, where one's voice can make or break the content, a good mic is crucial. There are loads of good microphones to choose from, and picking one out that's right for you can be quite a challenging task. So, here are some of the top USB microphones for podcasts and YouTube videos. 

Blue Yeti USB Mic for Recording and Streaming

The Blue Yeti is one of the best mics in the market, thanks to several features like good noise to sound ratio, good impedance value and zero-latency sound output, and more. You can select from a wide range of sound pickup patterns like cardioid, bidirectional and even stereo. This helps you in recording good quality sounds under all conditions, be it outdoor while podcasting, and during studio recording for voiceovers or singing, or even field recordings. It packs a power output of 130mW and has a frequency range of 15Hz to 22kHz. It comes with one USB port and one 3.5mm jack to connect your devices to it.

FIFINE K683A USB Desktop PC Microphone with Pop Filter

This is a great mic for speech capture. The cardioid condenser mic offers crystal-clear audio with minimum background noise. The wide frequency response and large diaphragm precisely reproduce every detail of your voice. With the mic, you can get great sound whether you’re recording vocals, music or speech for your next podcast episode. The microphone comes with easy and simple to use controls. The gain knob enables quick adjustment if there is any sensitivity, lack of sound or distortion during live broadcasting. If you want to take a break in the middle of a podcast, use the instant mute button. This audio recording mic comes with a compatible pop filter. It helps to reduce the pops and will keep your audiences from being distracted by the harsher sound.

Blue Snowball iCE USB Mic for Recording and Streaming

Here’s a mic that’s great for podcasts and youtube videos. It has a Custom Condenser Capsule that delivers crystal-clear audio quality much better than your built-in computer microphone. The Cardioid Pickup Pattern captures your voice with clear, focused sound for streaming, podcasting and Skype calls. It also has a Stylish Retro Design so that you can record or stream in style with a classic look that feels great on your desktop. The adjustable Desktop Stand allows you to position the microphone in relation to the sound source, improving sound quality. This is quite a nifty addition to the mic. Start recording quickly and easily with driver-free operation on Mac and PC.

AKG Lyra Ultra-HD, Four Capsule, Multi-Capture Mode, USB-C Condenser Microphone

AKG Lyra is perfect for creating podcasts, YouTube videos, music and more with 4k-compatible, Ultra HD audio quality. Featuring cutting-edge AKG Internal Element Overload Prevention, an internal shock mount and a built-in sound diffuser, Lyra automatically reduces noise and improves signal levels for optimal performance. The four-capsule AKG Adaptive Array offers versatile capture modes that eliminate guesswork, so you can quickly get a professional sound. It Isolates your target source from distracting background noise by rejecting unwanted sounds at the microphone back and sides. Captures audio in true stereo – this setting provides discrete left and right audio; it provides great sound separation for side-by-side interviews or panel discussions.

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