In recent years, mobile and compact recording gear has, like so many other gadget types, become smaller and smaller in stature. We've seen add-ons for smartphones and tablets that aren't much larger ...

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Turn your smartphone into a more professional interview and vlogging tool with this versatile USB-C connected mic ...

Grateful as some are that Apple builds microphones into the iMac and its laptops, no one with a fully-functioning set of ears would claim that the results of recordings undertaken with these built-in ...

The AMPLITANK K688 Dynamic USB Microphone offers impressive sound quality for podcasting and recording purposes. This microphone is built to withstand rugged use and delivers adaptability, allowing it ...

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 ...

The new Yeti X USB microphone is superb and offers complete customization. It's ideal for podcasters, voiceover artists and musicians. The difference between a good podcast and a great podcast comes ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. More people than ever are tuning into podcasts — and even ...

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 ...

Shure may have been innovating audio for 100 years, but the blue-chip brand shows few signs of slowing up. The company will be exhibiting at CES Unveiled 2026, where it will unveil it’s latest product ...

Apogee has built a stellar reputation when it comes to audio gear. Back in 2014, the company debuted the MiC 96k: an updated version of its compact USB microphone that can handle up to 96kHz 24-bit ...

Audio purists like to give USB mics a bad rap. The all-in-one design that connects directly to your computer is often seen as inferior to an XLR mic connected through a dedicated audio interface. But ...