Mic Under $500
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Looking for a high-quality microphone without breaking the bank? Look no further than our mic under $500 selection. Whether you're a podcaster, musician, or content creator, finding the perfect microphone is essential for capturing clear and professional sound. We understand that budget is a priority, which is why we've curated a collection of top-notch microphones that deliver exceptional performance without the hefty price tag. From dynamic mics to condenser mics, our mic under $500 range offers a variety of options to suit your specific needs. Browse the top-ranked list of mic under $500 below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Shure - SM7B Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Model: SHU SM7BSKU: 9135241Top comment"Great Mic!...One of the best mics on the street. Great for work or play....Best XLR Microphone for under $500...I've been using a fairly expensive USB Mic for a little over a year now. I have to say, just feeling the Mic while setting it up evokes quality. "
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A go-to mic for broadcasters, vocalists, podcasters, instruments and more, the SM7B is the answer for anyone looking for top-tier performance! The Shure SM7B is a dynamic cardioid studio mic with a smooth, flat, wide-range frequency response appropriate for virtually any professional audio applications. The SM7B features excellent shielding against electromagnetic hum generated by computer monitors, neon lights, and other electrical devices. The mic has been updated from earlier models with an improved bracket design that offers greater stability. At least 60dB of gain is recommended to get that iconic warm and balanced tone most commonly associated with the SM7B.Top comment"Great Mic!...One of the best mics on the street. Great for work or play....Best XLR Microphone for under $500...I've been using a fairly expensive USB Mic for a little over a year now. I have to say, just feeling the Mic while setting it up evokes quality. "
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A go-to mic for broadcasters, vocalists, podcasters, instruments and more, the SM7B is the answer for anyone looking for top-tier performance! The Shure SM7B is a dynamic cardioid studio mic with a smooth, flat, wide-range frequency response appropriate for virtually any professional audio applications. The SM7B features excellent shielding against electromagnetic hum generated by computer monitors, neon lights, and other electrical devices. The mic has been updated from earlier models with an improved bracket design that offers greater stability. At least 60dB of gain is recommended to get that iconic warm and balanced tone most commonly associated with the SM7B.See all Dynamic MicrophonesYour price for this item is $399.99The comparable value price is $439.99Select pickup
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SteelSeries - Alias Pro XLR Microphone - Black
Model: 61596SKU: 6555807Top comment"The mic to get. XLR pro...So out of all the mics to get. I chose this after watching All the reviews on YouTube and I’m happy with what I got. ...Good quality mic for price and build...Loving the product have had other mics in the past from other companies i like this one the best so far. "
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Alias Pro with XLR Stream Mixer is the ultimate audio solution, designed for gamers and streamers. Reach broadcast-quality levels with a pro-grade XLR connection and a 3x bigger capsule than other mics. Streaming from single or dual PCs with simple USB and XLR connections, stay in control with configurable Stream Mixer controls and free Sonar Software.Top comment"The mic to get. XLR pro...So out of all the mics to get. I chose this after watching All the reviews on YouTube and I’m happy with what I got. ...Good quality mic for price and build...Loving the product have had other mics in the past from other companies i like this one the best so far. "
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Alias Pro with XLR Stream Mixer is the ultimate audio solution, designed for gamers and streamers. Reach broadcast-quality levels with a pro-grade XLR connection and a 3x bigger capsule than other mics. Streaming from single or dual PCs with simple USB and XLR connections, stay in control with configurable Stream Mixer controls and free Sonar Software.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $259.99The comparable value price is $369.99Select pickup
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RØDE - VIDEOMIC PRO+ Premium On-Camera Microphone - Black
Model: VMP+SKU: 6255442Top comment"Awesome mic! Just plug it in and it’s instantly on as someone who has forgotten to turn mics on constantly it’s a necessity...It's a good mic...It works well, alot better than the stock mic. I prefer to use lavalier mics, but this works well for quick shoots or vlogs."
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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.See all Camera MicrophonesTop comment"Awesome mic! Just plug it in and it’s instantly on as someone who has forgotten to turn mics on constantly it’s a necessity...It's a good mic...It works well, alot better than the stock mic. I prefer to use lavalier mics, but this works well for quick shoots or vlogs."
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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.
Saramonic - Blink 500 ProX B2 2-Person Wireless 2.4GHz Clip-On Microphone System with Lavaliers - Black
Model: BLINK500PROXB2SKU: 6542187Top comment"GREAT MICS...I used these straight away right out of the box for a 2 person scene using it on my Panasonic S5M2 camera for a short video I was making used the included lav mics as well... could not be happier about how these mics worked and to come with the lavs mics was even better. ...Awesome mic...Awesome wireless mic. I upgrade from the B2 500 pro tonthe pro x. "
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The Saramonic Blink 500 ProX B2 is a 2.4 GHz dual wireless system that delivers exceptional, broadcast-quality sound for 2-people to cameras, recorders, mixers, and other 3.5mm input devices. Ideal for content creators, filmmakers, journalists, vloggers, live streaming, and so much more. This ultra-portable and incredibly lightweight dual mic system comes with two clip-on wireless transmitters with built-in mics, two professional lavalier microphones, a dual-channel receiver, and an advanced portable charging carry case. Upgraded in Every Way: The Industry Original Dual 2.4GHz System Just Keeps Getting Better The Blink 500 ProX is the next generation of the immensely successful, and much copied Blink 500 Pro system.See all Lavalier MicrophonesTop comment"GREAT MICS...I used these straight away right out of the box for a 2 person scene using it on my Panasonic S5M2 camera for a short video I was making used the included lav mics as well... could not be happier about how these mics worked and to come with the lavs mics was even better. ...Awesome mic...Awesome wireless mic. I upgrade from the B2 500 pro tonthe pro x. "
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The Saramonic Blink 500 ProX B2 is a 2.4 GHz dual wireless system that delivers exceptional, broadcast-quality sound for 2-people to cameras, recorders, mixers, and other 3.5mm input devices. Ideal for content creators, filmmakers, journalists, vloggers, live streaming, and so much more. This ultra-portable and incredibly lightweight dual mic system comes with two clip-on wireless transmitters with built-in mics, two professional lavalier microphones, a dual-channel receiver, and an advanced portable charging carry case. Upgraded in Every Way: The Industry Original Dual 2.4GHz System Just Keeps Getting Better The Blink 500 ProX is the next generation of the immensely successful, and much copied Blink 500 Pro system.
Saramonic - Blink 500 B2+ 2-Person Wireless Mic System w/ Device Mount Receiver 3.5mm, USB-C & Lightning Outs - Black
Model: BLINK500B2+SKU: 6578667Top comment"Great wireless mics...Was looking for an alternate wireless mic for the rhode mics since they were just expensive. ...Saramonic wireless mic...Bought this because I vlog my life. Mics work very good for my camera but for some reason will not work on my iPhone 16 pro max."
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The Saramonic Blink 500 B2+ is an incredibly easy-to-use 2-person wireless clip-on microphone system with universal compatibility and powerful professional features. Allowing creators of all experience levels to record high-quality audio for their content, simply and extremely affordably. It features 2x micro transmitters with built-in omnidirectional mics, 2-stage active noise-cancelling, remote gain control, mute, and furry windshields for high-wind protection. Its compact 2-channel receiver mounts to your camera shoe or directly to your device’s USB-C or Lightning port and features a 3.5mm Headphone out, Mono, Stereo, or Safety output modes, 75/150Hz Low Cut Filters, and Mobile Device Speaker Monitoring. The system also includes a portable charging case and a drawstring pouch to charge and protect your system when on the go.Top comment"Great wireless mics...Was looking for an alternate wireless mic for the rhode mics since they were just expensive. ...Saramonic wireless mic...Bought this because I vlog my life. Mics work very good for my camera but for some reason will not work on my iPhone 16 pro max."
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The Saramonic Blink 500 B2+ is an incredibly easy-to-use 2-person wireless clip-on microphone system with universal compatibility and powerful professional features. Allowing creators of all experience levels to record high-quality audio for their content, simply and extremely affordably. It features 2x micro transmitters with built-in omnidirectional mics, 2-stage active noise-cancelling, remote gain control, mute, and furry windshields for high-wind protection. Its compact 2-channel receiver mounts to your camera shoe or directly to your device’s USB-C or Lightning port and features a 3.5mm Headphone out, Mono, Stereo, or Safety output modes, 75/150Hz Low Cut Filters, and Mobile Device Speaker Monitoring. The system also includes a portable charging case and a drawstring pouch to charge and protect your system when on the go.See all Lavalier MicrophonesYour price for this item is $109.99The comparable value price is $129.99Select pickup
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RØDE - PodMic USB - Versatile Dynamic Broadcast Microphone - Black
Model: PODMICUSBSKU: 6547472Top comment"Great Mic!...Great mic! Very versatile and sounds great out of the box. ...This mic is great for sales calls over zoom....This mic is easily worth $500 bucks or more. Highly recommended for anybody who does sales calls over zoom or who engages in podcasts."
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The PodMic USB is an ultra-versatile, broadcast-grade dynamic microphone for podcasting, streaming and content creation. It offers the same incredible sound quality and compact yet rugged form factor as the best-selling PodMic, with a powerful new feature up its sleeve: XLR and USB connectivity. Fresh off the back of the release of the NT1 5th Generation – the first studio condenser to offer both XLR and USB connectivity – this incredible feature has now been added to the PodMic. When using the analog XLR output, the PodMic USB is exactly the same as the original, albeit with a sleek new finish and studio-grade pop filter. When using the digital USB output, it offers a range of next-generation features that make it super flexible, including a Revolution Preamp and high-quality analog-to-digital conversion for pristine audio capture, advanced DSP for adding professional APHEX voice processing to any recording, and compatibility with smartphones and tablets for use on the go. It also features a zero-latency headphone output and on-board volume control and is compatible with the complete RØDE software suite, including RØDE Central, RØDE Connect, RØDE Capture and UNIFY, making it the most versatile microphone ever.See all Dynamic MicrophonesTop comment"Great Mic!...Great mic! Very versatile and sounds great out of the box. ...This mic is great for sales calls over zoom....This mic is easily worth $500 bucks or more. Highly recommended for anybody who does sales calls over zoom or who engages in podcasts."
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The PodMic USB is an ultra-versatile, broadcast-grade dynamic microphone for podcasting, streaming and content creation. It offers the same incredible sound quality and compact yet rugged form factor as the best-selling PodMic, with a powerful new feature up its sleeve: XLR and USB connectivity. Fresh off the back of the release of the NT1 5th Generation – the first studio condenser to offer both XLR and USB connectivity – this incredible feature has now been added to the PodMic. When using the analog XLR output, the PodMic USB is exactly the same as the original, albeit with a sleek new finish and studio-grade pop filter. When using the digital USB output, it offers a range of next-generation features that make it super flexible, including a Revolution Preamp and high-quality analog-to-digital conversion for pristine audio capture, advanced DSP for adding professional APHEX voice processing to any recording, and compatibility with smartphones and tablets for use on the go. It also features a zero-latency headphone output and on-board volume control and is compatible with the complete RØDE software suite, including RØDE Central, RØDE Connect, RØDE Capture and UNIFY, making it the most versatile microphone ever.
Samson - Go Mic Mobile Lavalier Wireless Microphone System - Black
Model: SWGMMSLAVBSKU: 6253300Top comment"What i love the most is that it can connect to 2 mics. I love it!...To expensive and only 1 mic....Which also comes with 2 mics. Look else where."
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Add high-quality audio to video content with the Samson Go Mic Mobile Lavalier Wireless System. The system’s two-channel receiver comes with a variety of mounting hardware and cables to connect your digital device, and the rechargeable lithium-ion battery lets you record for up to 13 hours. In addition to the receiver, the system features Samson's PXD2 Beltpack Transmitter and LM8 omnidirectional Lavalier microphone for up to 100-feet of uncompressed digital wireless operation.Top comment"What i love the most is that it can connect to 2 mics. I love it!...To expensive and only 1 mic....Which also comes with 2 mics. Look else where."
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Add high-quality audio to video content with the Samson Go Mic Mobile Lavalier Wireless System. The system’s two-channel receiver comes with a variety of mounting hardware and cables to connect your digital device, and the rechargeable lithium-ion battery lets you record for up to 13 hours. In addition to the receiver, the system features Samson's PXD2 Beltpack Transmitter and LM8 omnidirectional Lavalier microphone for up to 100-feet of uncompressed digital wireless operation.See all Lavalier MicrophonesYour price for this item is $179.99The comparable value price is $199.99Select pickup
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Blue Microphones - Blue Yeti Nano Premium Wired Multi-Pattern USB Condenser Microphone - Shadow Gray
Model: 988-000088SKU: 6277346Top comment"Best Sounding USB Mic Under $100...Likely the best sounding USB mic you're gonna find under $100....Great mic...Great mic. Folks say I sound good. Much better than built in laptop mics. "
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Yeti Nano is a broadcast-quality USB mic for gaming, streaming, podcasting, YouTube videos and more. Yeti Nano features Blue VO!CEeffects, 24-bit sound quality and plug ’n play operation with Mac or PC. With a no-latency headphone output and onboard controls, Yeti Nano is the essential mic for today’s streamers.Top comment"Best Sounding USB Mic Under $100...Likely the best sounding USB mic you're gonna find under $100....Great mic...Great mic. Folks say I sound good. Much better than built in laptop mics. "
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Yeti Nano is a broadcast-quality USB mic for gaming, streaming, podcasting, YouTube videos and more. Yeti Nano features Blue VO!CEeffects, 24-bit sound quality and plug ’n play operation with Mac or PC. With a no-latency headphone output and onboard controls, Yeti Nano is the essential mic for today’s streamers.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $79.99The comparable value price is $119.99Select pickup
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SteelSeries - Alias USB Microphone - Black
Model: 61601SKU: 6555805Top comment"Great Mic...Honestly hands down one of the clearest mics I’ve ever used! It doesn’t peek or cut out and has the easiest software to use and change the settings on. ...Stellar mic...Love this mic. Its design is unique and doesnt look like all of the other mics. "
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Alias, designed from the ground up for gamers, elevates streams and content creation to broadcast-quality levels. With a 3x bigger capsule than other mics for accurate voice capture, express yourself to your audience. Enhance your audio with Sonar Software, which features easy-to-use drag 'n' drop app routing, AI noise cancellation, and a 10-band parametric EQ.Top comment"Great Mic...Honestly hands down one of the clearest mics I’ve ever used! It doesn’t peek or cut out and has the easiest software to use and change the settings on. ...Stellar mic...Love this mic. Its design is unique and doesnt look like all of the other mics. "
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Alias, designed from the ground up for gamers, elevates streams and content creation to broadcast-quality levels. With a 3x bigger capsule than other mics for accurate voice capture, express yourself to your audience. Enhance your audio with Sonar Software, which features easy-to-use drag 'n' drop app routing, AI noise cancellation, and a 10-band parametric EQ.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $139.90The comparable value price is $199.99Select pickup
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Samson - Satellite iOS/USB Broadcast Microphone - Silver
Model: SASATHDSKU: 6361713Top comment"Samson Mic Purchase....and returned...Very beginner level mic. It's ok at best. I'm glad Best Buy has the 14 day return policy. ...One of the Best Mics I ever Owned...I own handheld mics, shotgun mics, wired and wireless lavalier mics and many old computer mics. "
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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.Top comment"Samson Mic Purchase....and returned...Very beginner level mic. It's ok at best. I'm glad Best Buy has the 14 day return policy. ...One of the Best Mics I ever Owned...I own handheld mics, shotgun mics, wired and wireless lavalier mics and many old computer mics. "
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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.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $89.99The comparable value price is $99.99Select pickup
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