broadcast microphones

Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for broadcast microphones.

A good microphone is essential for any broadcast journalist, whether you're on-air or behind the scenes. The best ones are easy to use, reliable, and come with features that allow you to be heard clearly. Browse the list of top-ranked broadcast microphones below along with associated reviews and opinions.

Elgato - Wave:3 Wired Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone
Model: 10MAB9911
SKU: 6514933
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 602 reviews
Top comment
"Sure a great microphone has little to do with aesthetics. However, when it's on your desk and you have to look at it every day.... ...Nvidia Broadcast works. Microsoft recognizes the microphone. ...Excellent mic that isn't hideous"
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Wave:3 is a premium microphone and digital mixing solution that fuses plug and play convenience with broadcast-grade circuitry. Never clip again thanks to proprietary anti-distortion technology. Tap the capacitive sensor to silently mute your mic feed. Connect headphones for zero-latency monitoring. Twist the dial to tweak input gain, adjust monitor volume, or crossfade between your mic and PC. Plus combine all your audio sources and create two independent mixes — one for you, one for your audience — with the Wave Link app. Wave:3 doesn’t just give your stream or podcast a professional sonic signature. It gives you control of your entire audio workflow.
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"Sure a great microphone has little to do with aesthetics. However, when it's on your desk and you have to look at it every day.... ...Nvidia Broadcast works. Microsoft recognizes the microphone. ...Excellent mic that isn't hideous"
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Wave:3 is a premium microphone and digital mixing solution that fuses plug and play convenience with broadcast-grade circuitry. Never clip again thanks to proprietary anti-distortion technology. Tap the capacitive sensor to silently mute your mic feed. Connect headphones for zero-latency monitoring. Twist the dial to tweak input gain, adjust monitor volume, or crossfade between your mic and PC. Plus combine all your audio sources and create two independent mixes — one for you, one for your audience — with the Wave Link app. Wave:3 doesn’t just give your stream or podcast a professional sonic signature. It gives you control of your entire audio workflow.
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Zoom - ZDM-1 Dynamic Microphone
Model: ZDM-1
SKU: 6437424
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 27 reviews
Top comment
"Good mic for the price....Pretty decent mic in general, good mic for the price. Although the mic has a good amount of distortion, it’s not much when compared to other mics at the price point. ...Great Dynamic Microphone...For the price, it rivals more expensive dynamic XLR microphones. Thanks Zoom for making a great inexpensive dynamic broadcast microphone!"
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Perfect for music, podcasts and more the Zoom ZDM-1 Dynamic Microphone delivers smooth, natural tone with built-in noise protection and impressive sound rejection for clear, focused, broadcast-quality recordings.
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"Good mic for the price....Pretty decent mic in general, good mic for the price. Although the mic has a good amount of distortion, it’s not much when compared to other mics at the price point. ...Great Dynamic Microphone...For the price, it rivals more expensive dynamic XLR microphones. Thanks Zoom for making a great inexpensive dynamic broadcast microphone!"
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Perfect for music, podcasts and more the Zoom ZDM-1 Dynamic Microphone delivers smooth, natural tone with built-in noise protection and impressive sound rejection for clear, focused, broadcast-quality recordings.
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Samson - Go Mic Video USB Microphone with HD Webcam
Model: SAGOMICVID
SKU: 6520151
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars with 28 reviews
Top comment
"The quality of picture is great, but the mic is just a simple mic. I hate that it automatically connects when I tried to uase my good mic...Considerable upgrade from laptop camera and mic...Both the camera and microphone are superior in quality compared to the camera and mics on my laptops. "
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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.
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"The quality of picture is great, but the mic is just a simple mic. I hate that it automatically connects when I tried to uase my good mic...Considerable upgrade from laptop camera and mic...Both the camera and microphone are superior in quality compared to the camera and mics on my laptops. "
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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.
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Sony - Vlogger Shotgun Microphone, MI Shoe and 3.5mm cable compatible
Model: ECMG1
SKU: 6513221
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 41 reviews
Top comment
"Great little microphone!...All the user needs to do is unpackaged the microphone, place it on the hot shoe, or wherever you want to place the microphone, plug the cord into the input on the camera, and then into microphone, turn on the camera and the microphone is ready to go. ...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.
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"Great little microphone!...All the user needs to do is unpackaged the microphone, place it on the hot shoe, or wherever you want to place the microphone, plug the cord into the input on the camera, and then into microphone, turn on the camera and the microphone is ready to go. ...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.
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RØDE - VIDEOMIC PRO+ Premium On-Camera Microphone
Model: VMP+
SKU: 6255442
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 136 reviews
Top comment
"Great mic...Great mic that gets great sound quality. Great sound, easy to use, great mic...The best shotgun mic for the money...Broadcast quality audio for your camera. The best shotgun mic on the market"
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The RØDE VideoMic Pro+ is a premium on-camera microphone for capturing broadcast-grade audio in a wide range of filmmaking scenarios. With an expansive feature set and superior sound quality, it is the go-to microphone for countless content creators, offering the ultimate in performance and versatility.
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"Great mic...Great mic that gets great sound quality. Great sound, easy to use, great mic...The best shotgun mic for the money...Broadcast quality audio for your camera. The best shotgun mic on the market"
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The RØDE VideoMic Pro+ is a premium on-camera microphone for capturing broadcast-grade audio in a wide range of filmmaking scenarios. With an expansive feature set and superior sound quality, it is the go-to microphone for countless content creators, offering the ultimate in performance and versatility.
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Saramonic - On-Camera Mini Shotgun Mic for DSLR, Mirrorless, Video, Smartphones & Tablets (Vmic Mini)
Model: VMICMINI
SKU: 6357068
Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 150 reviews
Top comment
"Awesome mic...Rode mic got broken bestbuy was out of rode mics so I tried the saramonic mic as a temp I admit this lil mics has impressed me with quality sound from recording live videos pick up vocals very well I would recommend this mic...Great mic...This sarmonic mic preform exceptionally well for a $50 mic. I couldn't ask for more for the price."
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The Saramonic Vmic Mini is an extremely compact and lightweight mini-shotgun microphone that mounts directly to DSLR, mirrorless, and video cameras and enables you to easily capture broadcast-quality sound. It can also be connected to smartphones and tablets with an included cable and dramatically improves the sound quality of your mobile productions. . . The all metal construction and precision cut body of this microphone is a work of art. The size makes it ideal for use with small format DSLR, Mirrorless and video cameras as well as smaller mobile devices. Its ultra-compact size allows the mic to be placed in areas that larger shogun mics just won’t fit.. . Using the Vmic Mini is incredibly simple. You just plug it in and you’re done. There are no batteries to install or charge, and there are no buttons or switches to operate. It’s truly plug-and-play. A great choice for anyone creating video content on a budget but looking for high-quality gear. Vmic Mini is a lightweight and ultraportable shotgun microphone that will give all of your videos excellent sound.. . A stand out feature of the Vmic Mini design is the unique microphone shockmount. The wiry shockmounts on some competing microphones are flimsy and prone to bending, this can cause some unwanted audio issues and change the way the microphone picks up sound. The integrated shockmount of Vmic Mini is robust and features a sleek, sweeping and stable design. . . An advanced uniquely designed bullet like windscreen is included, giving the Vmic Mini its unique and interesting look. It features a sturdy gasket which aids in blocking wind noise, helps to protect the microphone from things like weather and dust, and keeps it securely fastened in place while on the go.. . Every aspect of the Vmic Mini’s design is top notch, and the built-in locking camera shoe features a metal 1/4 20 tripod thread at the base that gives you near limitless mounting options. Two output cables are included: one that connects to cameras, and another that connects to the headphone jack of smartphones and tablets. Whether you’re shooting with a powerful DSLR, mirrorless, video cam, tablet or a smartphone, the Vmic Mini is a compact and ultraportable shotgun microphone that will give all of your videos excellent sound. .
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"Awesome mic...Rode mic got broken bestbuy was out of rode mics so I tried the saramonic mic as a temp I admit this lil mics has impressed me with quality sound from recording live videos pick up vocals very well I would recommend this mic...Great mic...This sarmonic mic preform exceptionally well for a $50 mic. I couldn't ask for more for the price."
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Product Description
The Saramonic Vmic Mini is an extremely compact and lightweight mini-shotgun microphone that mounts directly to DSLR, mirrorless, and video cameras and enables you to easily capture broadcast-quality sound. It can also be connected to smartphones and tablets with an included cable and dramatically improves the sound quality of your mobile productions. . . The all metal construction and precision cut body of this microphone is a work of art. The size makes it ideal for use with small format DSLR, Mirrorless and video cameras as well as smaller mobile devices. Its ultra-compact size allows the mic to be placed in areas that larger shogun mics just won’t fit.. . Using the Vmic Mini is incredibly simple. You just plug it in and you’re done. There are no batteries to install or charge, and there are no buttons or switches to operate. It’s truly plug-and-play. A great choice for anyone creating video content on a budget but looking for high-quality gear. Vmic Mini is a lightweight and ultraportable shotgun microphone that will give all of your videos excellent sound.. . A stand out feature of the Vmic Mini design is the unique microphone shockmount. The wiry shockmounts on some competing microphones are flimsy and prone to bending, this can cause some unwanted audio issues and change the way the microphone picks up sound. The integrated shockmount of Vmic Mini is robust and features a sleek, sweeping and stable design. . . An advanced uniquely designed bullet like windscreen is included, giving the Vmic Mini its unique and interesting look. It features a sturdy gasket which aids in blocking wind noise, helps to protect the microphone from things like weather and dust, and keeps it securely fastened in place while on the go.. . Every aspect of the Vmic Mini’s design is top notch, and the built-in locking camera shoe features a metal 1/4 20 tripod thread at the base that gives you near limitless mounting options. Two output cables are included: one that connects to cameras, and another that connects to the headphone jack of smartphones and tablets. Whether you’re shooting with a powerful DSLR, mirrorless, video cam, tablet or a smartphone, the Vmic Mini is a compact and ultraportable shotgun microphone that will give all of your videos excellent sound. .
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Samson - Satellite iOS/USB Broadcast Microphone
Model: SASATHD
SKU: 6361713
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 195 reviews
Top comment
"Without reservation I highly recommend this Samson Satellite iOS/USB Broadcast Microphone to you....Broadcast Microphone"
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Record audio using your smartphone with this Samson Satellite USB/iOS broadcast microphone. Two 16mm condenser capsules capture clear, accurate audio, and the three pickup patterns let you record detailed audio in a variety of situations. This Samson Satellite USB/iOS broadcast microphone offers easy portability and includes USB and Lightning cables for connecting to a range of devices.
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"Without reservation I highly recommend this Samson Satellite iOS/USB Broadcast Microphone to you....Broadcast Microphone"
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Record audio using your smartphone with this Samson Satellite USB/iOS broadcast microphone. Two 16mm condenser capsules capture clear, accurate audio, and the three pickup patterns let you record detailed audio in a variety of situations. This Samson Satellite USB/iOS broadcast microphone offers easy portability and includes USB and Lightning cables for connecting to a range of devices.
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Shure - MV7 Dynamic Cardioid USB Microphone
Model: SHU MV7K
SKU: 6439009
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 173 reviews
Top comment
"Good mic for my first xlr mic...First xlr mic and happy with the quality of the mic...Great Microphone...Great microphone for streaming and gaming. Worth the price"
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The Shure MV7 is a professional-quality USB/XLR dynamic microphone, ideal for close mic applications that require vocal intelligibility with a balanced tone. A touch panel interface on the microphone itself provides control over microphone gain, headphone level, monitor mix, and muting, and the ShurePlus MOTIV™ Desktop Application allows users to save their own presets or enable auto-gain, compression, and EQ presets for easy real-time audio processing. The attractive and durable all metal design features an adjustable yoke that can be mounted onto a variety of microphone stands for flexible placement options.
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"Good mic for my first xlr mic...First xlr mic and happy with the quality of the mic...Great Microphone...Great microphone for streaming and gaming. Worth the price"
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The Shure MV7 is a professional-quality USB/XLR dynamic microphone, ideal for close mic applications that require vocal intelligibility with a balanced tone. A touch panel interface on the microphone itself provides control over microphone gain, headphone level, monitor mix, and muting, and the ShurePlus MOTIV™ Desktop Application allows users to save their own presets or enable auto-gain, compression, and EQ presets for easy real-time audio processing. The attractive and durable all metal design features an adjustable yoke that can be mounted onto a variety of microphone stands for flexible placement options.
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Samson - Q9U XLR/USB Dynamic Broadcast Microphone
Model: SAQ9U
SKU: 6428835
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 83 reviews
Top comment
"Phenomenal Mic...Overall I am extremely pleased with the design and overall performance of the Samson Q9U broadcast microphone....Quality mic for a great price...The Samson Q9U professional broadcast microphone is a great mc option for podcasters, streamers or even for a home studio setup. "
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Achieve studio-quality audio for broadcasting, podcasting, streaming and recordings with the Samson Q9U XLR/USB Dynamic Broadcast Microphone. Easily integrated into any professional or home recording studio, the Q9U features both an XLR output and USB-C connection with stunning 24-bit/96kHz resolution. The cardioid polar pattern rejects off-axis sound, focusing the pickup in front of the microphone. A wide frequency response and large dynamic range ensures the detail and nuance of the voice are captured for a natural sounding performance. A pneumatic capsule shockmount and dual-layer windscreen minimizes popping, plosives and mechanical noise. The Q9U also includes zero-latency headphone monitoring, onboard mute switch, and seamless plug-and-play connection with Mac and Windows computers.
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"Phenomenal Mic...Overall I am extremely pleased with the design and overall performance of the Samson Q9U broadcast microphone....Quality mic for a great price...The Samson Q9U professional broadcast microphone is a great mc option for podcasters, streamers or even for a home studio setup. "
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Achieve studio-quality audio for broadcasting, podcasting, streaming and recordings with the Samson Q9U XLR/USB Dynamic Broadcast Microphone. Easily integrated into any professional or home recording studio, the Q9U features both an XLR output and USB-C connection with stunning 24-bit/96kHz resolution. The cardioid polar pattern rejects off-axis sound, focusing the pickup in front of the microphone. A wide frequency response and large dynamic range ensures the detail and nuance of the voice are captured for a natural sounding performance. A pneumatic capsule shockmount and dual-layer windscreen minimizes popping, plosives and mechanical noise. The Q9U also includes zero-latency headphone monitoring, onboard mute switch, and seamless plug-and-play connection with Mac and Windows computers.
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Sony - Shotgun Microphone
Model: ECM-GZ1M
SKU: 5116102
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 96 reviews
Top comment
"Upgrade from the in camera mic!...Sounds better than the in camera mic, it's what you'd expect from $100 mic....Mic...Great microphone love the sound and quality great."
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Capture audio with precision when you attach this Sony gun zoom microphone to your camera. With two different recording modes, this microphone lets you target and adjust your audio range to pick up sound for your video recordings. This Sony gun zoom microphone is powered directly by your camera, eliminating the need for an external power source.
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"Upgrade from the in camera mic!...Sounds better than the in camera mic, it's what you'd expect from $100 mic....Mic...Great microphone love the sound and quality great."
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Capture audio with precision when you attach this Sony gun zoom microphone to your camera. With two different recording modes, this microphone lets you target and adjust your audio range to pick up sound for your video recordings. This Sony gun zoom microphone is powered directly by your camera, eliminating the need for an external power source.
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