best microphone for recording
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for best microphone for recording.
Whether you're recording a podcast, making a video, or just want to capture your voice and ideas, you want a microphone that offers crisp sound quality. The right mic can make the difference between a good recording and an excellent one. Browse the top-ranked list of best microphones for recording below along with associated reviews and opinions
Warm Audio - FET Condenser Vocal Microphone
Model: WA-47JRSKU: 6385789Top comment"Amazing mic with great highs. I love this mic the most out of all the other ones I have. ...they sound great and are feel like a much more expensive mic. highly recommended....Solid microphones"
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Capture stunning audio with this Warm Audio FET condenser microphone. The all-brass capsule is custom designed and built to exacting specifications for outstanding performance and offers three polar patterns for a wide range of recording possibilities. This Warm Audio FET condenser microphone has a vintage-inspired hole pattern and frequency response to help produce a classic sound.Top comment"Amazing mic with great highs. I love this mic the most out of all the other ones I have. ...they sound great and are feel like a much more expensive mic. highly recommended....Solid microphones"
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Capture stunning audio with this Warm Audio FET condenser microphone. The all-brass capsule is custom designed and built to exacting specifications for outstanding performance and offers three polar patterns for a wide range of recording possibilities. This Warm Audio FET condenser microphone has a vintage-inspired hole pattern and frequency response to help produce a classic sound.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $299.00
Blue Microphones - Snowball Wired Cardioid and Omnidirectional Condenser USB Vocal Microphone
Model: 988-000069SKU: 9918056Top comment"Awesome microphone...Great microphone for recording was very easy to use!...Good sound, good quality. Nice for recording professional recordings."
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Capture studio-quality audio for gaming, streaming, podcasting, YouTube videos and more with the popular Snowball USB microphone. Snowball utilizes a unique two-capsule design that produces a crisp, clean and natural sound. Cardioid and omni pickup patterns (with an optional -10dB pad in cardioid mode) give you the versatility to capture all sorts of recording and streaming projects. Snowball’s adjustable metal stand lets you position the microphone in relation to the sound source, improving sound quality. Simple USB plug 'n play operation means you don’t need any extra gear –just plug in and start recording and streaming with amazing quality.Top comment"Awesome microphone...Great microphone for recording was very easy to use!...Good sound, good quality. Nice for recording professional recordings."
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Capture studio-quality audio for gaming, streaming, podcasting, YouTube videos and more with the popular Snowball USB microphone. Snowball utilizes a unique two-capsule design that produces a crisp, clean and natural sound. Cardioid and omni pickup patterns (with an optional -10dB pad in cardioid mode) give you the versatility to capture all sorts of recording and streaming projects. Snowball’s adjustable metal stand lets you position the microphone in relation to the sound source, improving sound quality. Simple USB plug 'n play operation means you don’t need any extra gear –just plug in and start recording and streaming with amazing quality.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $49.99The previous price was $69.99
Shure - MV5 USB Condenser Microphone
Model: SHU MV5BDIGSKU: 6439013Top comment"Great mic...Awesome little mic that works great. You dont have to be close to be heard on this mic....Best Mic Sub $100...Best microphone on the market for under $99. If you’re about to spend money on a $60/70 blue microphone or alternative, buy this! "
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With an iconic design that inspires performance, the MV5 Condenser Microphone offers professional-quality audio, plus the flexibility of both iOS and USB connectivity. Plug it in and get to work right away or take advantage of three onboard DSP presets to quickly dial in the right sound for your project. For enhanced control over EQ, compression and more, dive even deeper with the free ShurePlus™ MOTIV™ Mobile Recording App for iOS, which features recording, editing, and the option to share your recordings with the world. Zero-latency headphone monitoring with volume and mute, and an adjustable stand completes the recording experience. Includes USB-A and Lightning cables.Top comment"Great mic...Awesome little mic that works great. You dont have to be close to be heard on this mic....Best Mic Sub $100...Best microphone on the market for under $99. If you’re about to spend money on a $60/70 blue microphone or alternative, buy this! "
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With an iconic design that inspires performance, the MV5 Condenser Microphone offers professional-quality audio, plus the flexibility of both iOS and USB connectivity. Plug it in and get to work right away or take advantage of three onboard DSP presets to quickly dial in the right sound for your project. For enhanced control over EQ, compression and more, dive even deeper with the free ShurePlus™ MOTIV™ Mobile Recording App for iOS, which features recording, editing, and the option to share your recordings with the world. Zero-latency headphone monitoring with volume and mute, and an adjustable stand completes the recording experience. Includes USB-A and Lightning cables.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $99.99
HyperX - Duocast Wired Cardioid Omnidirectional USB Condenser Microphone
Model: 4P5E2AA/HMID1R-A-BK/GSKU: 6504326Top comment"I recommend you all. This is the best mic ever :)...Love the tap to mute feature which helps with recordings and meetings. The recording quality is extremely high and price point is great. "
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Featuring an elegant design, a low-profile shock mount, and a tasteful RGB light ring, the HyperX DuoCast is a full-featured USB microphone that’s built for gaming, working, and content creation. It shares the fan-favorite features of its HyperX mic siblings, such as tap-to-mute, and the vibrant LED mic mute indicator, but also brings its own unique, subtle style. A low-profile shock mount complements the sleek, minimalist aesthetic, while also absorbing vibrations, and taking up less space. An included mount adapter allows for compability with most mounts and the versatile DuoCast is also compatible with PC, PS5, PS4, and Mac. Use HyperX NGENUITY Software and customize the RGB light ring to broadcast your own signature style.Top comment"I recommend you all. This is the best mic ever :)...Love the tap to mute feature which helps with recordings and meetings. The recording quality is extremely high and price point is great. "
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Featuring an elegant design, a low-profile shock mount, and a tasteful RGB light ring, the HyperX DuoCast is a full-featured USB microphone that’s built for gaming, working, and content creation. It shares the fan-favorite features of its HyperX mic siblings, such as tap-to-mute, and the vibrant LED mic mute indicator, but also brings its own unique, subtle style. A low-profile shock mount complements the sleek, minimalist aesthetic, while also absorbing vibrations, and taking up less space. An included mount adapter allows for compability with most mounts and the versatile DuoCast is also compatible with PC, PS5, PS4, and Mac. Use HyperX NGENUITY Software and customize the RGB light ring to broadcast your own signature style.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $89.99The previous price was $99.99
RØDE - VIDEOMIC GO II Lightweight Directional Microphone
Model: VMGOIISKU: 6498155Top comment"Small and Compact Shotgun Mic...Need a small shotgun microphone? Grab this and attach it to your hotshoe and plug it in to start recording sound...Get the right mic for the job....My gear rental was delayed, so I bought this mic last minute for a run and run rooftop promo video I was recording same day. "
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The RØDE VideoMic GO II is a versatile and lightweight shotgun microphone that excels in a range of recording applications. It features a 3.5mm TRS output for use with a camera, plus a digital USB output for recording with mobile devices and computers. It delivers crisp, clear, directional sound, making it ideal for filmmaking and vlogging, and is also fully compatible with the RØDE Connect podcasting and streaming software for Mac and PC. When used in USB mode, the 3.5mm output doubles as a headphone output for easy monitoring and playback. As Simple as Plug and Go. The VideoMic GO II has no complicated controls or switches and requires no batteries to operate, so you can get recording in seconds. It connects seamlessly to cameras, computers, smartphones and tablets, giving you instant professional audio with minimal fuss – just pick it up, plug it in and go.Top comment"Small and Compact Shotgun Mic...Need a small shotgun microphone? Grab this and attach it to your hotshoe and plug it in to start recording sound...Get the right mic for the job....My gear rental was delayed, so I bought this mic last minute for a run and run rooftop promo video I was recording same day. "
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The RØDE VideoMic GO II is a versatile and lightweight shotgun microphone that excels in a range of recording applications. It features a 3.5mm TRS output for use with a camera, plus a digital USB output for recording with mobile devices and computers. It delivers crisp, clear, directional sound, making it ideal for filmmaking and vlogging, and is also fully compatible with the RØDE Connect podcasting and streaming software for Mac and PC. When used in USB mode, the 3.5mm output doubles as a headphone output for easy monitoring and playback. As Simple as Plug and Go. The VideoMic GO II has no complicated controls or switches and requires no batteries to operate, so you can get recording in seconds. It connects seamlessly to cameras, computers, smartphones and tablets, giving you instant professional audio with minimal fuss – just pick it up, plug it in and go.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $99.99
Blue Microphones - Snowball iCE USB Microphone + $20 Ubisoft Discount Code
Model: 988-000063SKU: 6299669Top comment"starter mic...good starter but if you're looking for a microphone for recording you should get something better...Great Mic...This Blue Snowball iCE microphone is compact but produces a very clear sound; perfect for recording music."
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Blue and Ubisoft bring you the Snowball Black iCE + Ubisoft $20 Discount Bundle. Snowball iCE is the best way to get crystal-clear, detailed audio for pro-level gaming, streaming, podcasting, YouTube videos and more. Together with the Ubisoftgame portfolio, this bundle gives you everything you need to game and sound like a pro.Top comment"starter mic...good starter but if you're looking for a microphone for recording you should get something better...Great Mic...This Blue Snowball iCE microphone is compact but produces a very clear sound; perfect for recording music."
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Blue and Ubisoft bring you the Snowball Black iCE + Ubisoft $20 Discount Bundle. Snowball iCE is the best way to get crystal-clear, detailed audio for pro-level gaming, streaming, podcasting, YouTube videos and more. Together with the Ubisoftgame portfolio, this bundle gives you everything you need to game and sound like a pro.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $50.99The regular price is $59.99
Razer - Seiren V2 Pro Professional-grade USB Microphone
Model: RZ19-04040100-R3U1SKU: 6480355Top comment"Great little microphone...The Razer seiren v2 pro microphone is a great tool to use for recording a podcast or gaming. ...Perfect for Recording and Streaming...The optimal position for one person recording on the microphone is direct on top of it. "
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Sound like a pro and take your production quality up a notch with the Razer Seiren V2 Pro—a USB microphone designed for those serious about streaming. Whether you’re an industry vet or a professional-to-be, enjoy top-notch voice clarity and quality thanks to its suite of high-end features.Top comment"Great little microphone...The Razer seiren v2 pro microphone is a great tool to use for recording a podcast or gaming. ...Perfect for Recording and Streaming...The optimal position for one person recording on the microphone is direct on top of it. "
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Sound like a pro and take your production quality up a notch with the Razer Seiren V2 Pro—a USB microphone designed for those serious about streaming. Whether you’re an industry vet or a professional-to-be, enjoy top-notch voice clarity and quality thanks to its suite of high-end features.See all Computer MicrophonesYour price for this item is $110.99The previous price was $149.99
EPOS - B20 Broadcast quality USB streaming microphone, digital plug and play with four pattern sound modes
Model: 1000417SKU: 6465361Top comment"[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This microphone is perfect for recording songs. The quality is great and it is easy to set up. 10/10...Amazing streaming MIC!...Super Crisp sound and easy set up. Best Streaming Mic I have ever used. really love the construction and design."
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The EPOS B20 streaming microphone with integrated audio controls gives you broadcast quality for control over your sound with volume, gain, mute and a choice of four pickup patterns - cardioid, stereo, bidirectional and omnidirectional – to cover every recording scenario, from solo game streams to team-play broadcasts. Intuitive LEDs show when the microphone is active or muted and a headphone jack lets you monitor your voice in real time in balance with game audio, and make adjustments on the fly. Take your streaming game to the next level with our broadcast quality, hassle-free, digital plug-and-play microphone. A microphone with flexible setup options that will grow and step up with you as you expand and advance on your gaming content creation.Top comment"[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This microphone is perfect for recording songs. The quality is great and it is easy to set up. 10/10...Amazing streaming MIC!...Super Crisp sound and easy set up. Best Streaming Mic I have ever used. really love the construction and design."
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The EPOS B20 streaming microphone with integrated audio controls gives you broadcast quality for control over your sound with volume, gain, mute and a choice of four pickup patterns - cardioid, stereo, bidirectional and omnidirectional – to cover every recording scenario, from solo game streams to team-play broadcasts. Intuitive LEDs show when the microphone is active or muted and a headphone jack lets you monitor your voice in real time in balance with game audio, and make adjustments on the fly. Take your streaming game to the next level with our broadcast quality, hassle-free, digital plug-and-play microphone. A microphone with flexible setup options that will grow and step up with you as you expand and advance on your gaming content creation.See all Computer MicrophonesYour price for this item is $141.99The previous price was $149.99
Sony - Vlogger Shotgun Microphone, MI Shoe and 3.5mm cable compatible
Model: ECMG1SKU: 6513221Top comment"A great and compact mic from Sony, the ECM-G1....One thing I would like for the next one is to be able to turn the mic back in case I am recording facing away from me and want to record my voice....Dynamite Microphone...The Sony camera microphone is extremely valuable for capturing good audio quality when recording outside"
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Capture clear, beautiful audio whenever and wherever you shoot. Whether you're shooting interviews, outdoor street scenes, or just quick updates for social media, adding a high-quality audio track will bring your creative work to life. The ECM-G1 provides sophisticated audio-capture capabilities that are well matched to your moviemaking needs, plus convenient Multi Interface Shoe connectivity and a compact overall size.Top comment"A great and compact mic from Sony, the ECM-G1....One thing I would like for the next one is to be able to turn the mic back in case I am recording facing away from me and want to record my voice....Dynamite Microphone...The Sony camera microphone is extremely valuable for capturing good audio quality when recording outside"
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Capture clear, beautiful audio whenever and wherever you shoot. Whether you're shooting interviews, outdoor street scenes, or just quick updates for social media, adding a high-quality audio track will bring your creative work to life. The ECM-G1 provides sophisticated audio-capture capabilities that are well matched to your moviemaking needs, plus convenient Multi Interface Shoe connectivity and a compact overall size.See all Camera MicrophonesYour price for this item is $149.99
Samson - Go Mic Video USB Microphone with HD Webcam
Model: SAGOMICVIDSKU: 6520151Top comment"The base/monitor clip and microphone mesh is metal, and the microphone body is a decent plastic. ...A great Mic with OK HD video...In the package you’ll find the Samson Go Mic, a USB C cable, and some documentation. The microphone is attached to a mount, and is plug & play on both PC & Mac. "
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Create media from any location that both looks and sounds professional with Go Mic Video. The portable condenser microphone of Samson’s innovative Go Mic is paired with a crisp and clear Full HD 1080p/30fps webcam to create the ultimate solution for anyone looking to make high quality digital recordings. Perfect for live streams, podcasts, video conferencing or working from home, Go Mic Video can be quickly set up and configured to ensure your presentations make the most impact with your audience.Top comment"The base/monitor clip and microphone mesh is metal, and the microphone body is a decent plastic. ...A great Mic with OK HD video...In the package you’ll find the Samson Go Mic, a USB C cable, and some documentation. The microphone is attached to a mount, and is plug & play on both PC & Mac. "
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Create media from any location that both looks and sounds professional with Go Mic Video. The portable condenser microphone of Samson’s innovative Go Mic is paired with a crisp and clear Full HD 1080p/30fps webcam to create the ultimate solution for anyone looking to make high quality digital recordings. Perfect for live streams, podcasts, video conferencing or working from home, Go Mic Video can be quickly set up and configured to ensure your presentations make the most impact with your audience.See all MicrophonesYour price for this item is $99.99
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