Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for mics for gaming.
The best gaming microphones are sensitive enough to pick up your voice clearly, but not so sensitive that they pick up background noise. They should also be durable enough to withstand the wear and tear of daily use, and easy to set up and use. Browse the top-ranked list of mics for gaming below along with associated reviews and opinions.
HyperX - Duocast Wired Cardioid Omnidirectional USB Condenser Microphone
Model: 4P5E2AA/HMID1R-A-BK/GSKU: 6504326Top comment"Great microphone especially for the price works great with ps5 and pc!! ...I recommend you all. This is the best mic ever :)...Great mic"
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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"Great microphone especially for the price works great with ps5 and pc!! ...I recommend you all. This is the best mic ever :)...Great mic"
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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 $99.99Blue Microphones - Snowball iCE USB Microphone + $20 Ubisoft Discount Code
Model: 988-000063SKU: 6299669Top comment"Best Beginner mic...Great beginners mic for gaming, video calls, and recording...Blue Mic...Great quality microphone awesome for gaming love it!"
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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"Best Beginner mic...Great beginners mic for gaming, video calls, and recording...Blue Mic...Great quality microphone awesome for gaming love it!"
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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 $59.99Logitech - Blue Yeti Professional Multi-Pattern USB Condenser Gaming Microphone with Exclusive Streamlabs Themes
Model: 988-000529SKU: 6511342Top comment"Microphone...Works great not only for gaming but also for dictation of notes...Great Mic!...Fantastic microphone. Picks my voice up very clearly."
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Designed to be the perfect companion to your Logitech G Aurora Collection headset, mouse and keyboard, Yeti’s new special edition (Pink Dawn/White Mist) finish gives your stream a beautiful, custom aesthetic. Exclusive downloadable Streamlabs themes let you match the look of your overlays with your Yeti mic and Aurora Collection gear for an extraordinary stream experience.Top comment"Microphone...Works great not only for gaming but also for dictation of notes...Great Mic!...Fantastic microphone. Picks my voice up very clearly."
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Designed to be the perfect companion to your Logitech G Aurora Collection headset, mouse and keyboard, Yeti’s new special edition (Pink Dawn/White Mist) finish gives your stream a beautiful, custom aesthetic. Exclusive downloadable Streamlabs themes let you match the look of your overlays with your Yeti mic and Aurora Collection gear for an extraordinary stream experience.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $125.99The previous price was $129.99HyperX - QuadCast S Wired Multi-Pattern USB Electret Condenser Microphone
Model: 519P0AA/HMIQ1S-XX-WT/GSKU: 6504328Top comment"Great Mic...By far my favorite microphone for gaming....Definitely the best mic for gaming purposes. Would recommend to anyone"
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The HyperX QuadCast S is a USB condenser microphone that both sounds great and looks great. The supremely stunning RGB lighting and dynamic effects will add style and flair to any stream or setup, and is customizable via HyperX NGENUITY software. The QuadCast S is an all-inclusive mic, featuring an anti-vibration shock mount to help quiet the rumbles of daily life and a built-in pop filter to muffle plosive sounds. Instantly know your mic status with the LED indicator, and simply tap-to-mute to avoid awkward broadcasting accidents. With four selectable polar patterns, this mic’s prepared for nearly any recording situation and also features a gain control dial to quickly regulate input sensitivity. The included mount adapter fits 3/8” and 5/8” thread sizes, compatible with most stands. QuadCast S is certified by Discord and TeamSpeak so you can ensure that your microphone is broadcasting loud and clear for all your followers and listeners, and you can also monitor your mic in real time using the convenient headphone jack on the back of the mic. It’s multi-platform compatible, so you can deliver quality sound output whether you’re connecting to a PC, PS4, PS5, or Mac.Top comment"Great Mic...By far my favorite microphone for gaming....Definitely the best mic for gaming purposes. Would recommend to anyone"
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The HyperX QuadCast S is a USB condenser microphone that both sounds great and looks great. The supremely stunning RGB lighting and dynamic effects will add style and flair to any stream or setup, and is customizable via HyperX NGENUITY software. The QuadCast S is an all-inclusive mic, featuring an anti-vibration shock mount to help quiet the rumbles of daily life and a built-in pop filter to muffle plosive sounds. Instantly know your mic status with the LED indicator, and simply tap-to-mute to avoid awkward broadcasting accidents. With four selectable polar patterns, this mic’s prepared for nearly any recording situation and also features a gain control dial to quickly regulate input sensitivity. The included mount adapter fits 3/8” and 5/8” thread sizes, compatible with most stands. QuadCast S is certified by Discord and TeamSpeak so you can ensure that your microphone is broadcasting loud and clear for all your followers and listeners, and you can also monitor your mic in real time using the convenient headphone jack on the back of the mic. It’s multi-platform compatible, so you can deliver quality sound output whether you’re connecting to a PC, PS4, PS5, or Mac.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $139.99The previous price was $159.99Audio-Technica - Condenser Vocal Microphone
Model: AUD AT2020PKSKU: 6357195Top comment"Awsome mic...Very good mic, very good for streaming, gaming etc, I recommend this product 100%...Microphone...Highly recommend. Makes gaming so much better!!! Swivels easily. Easy to attach."
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Broadcast your thoughts with this Audio-Technica vocal microphone pack. The included cardioid condenser microphone offers superior vocal reproduction, and the setup's boom arm clamps onto desks and is easy to reposition. This Audio-Technica vocal microphone pack features a pair of over-the-ear headphones with 40mm drivers that deliver crisp, accurate audio.Top comment"Awsome mic...Very good mic, very good for streaming, gaming etc, I recommend this product 100%...Microphone...Highly recommend. Makes gaming so much better!!! Swivels easily. Easy to attach."
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Broadcast your thoughts with this Audio-Technica vocal microphone pack. The included cardioid condenser microphone offers superior vocal reproduction, and the setup's boom arm clamps onto desks and is easy to reposition. This Audio-Technica vocal microphone pack features a pair of over-the-ear headphones with 40mm drivers that deliver crisp, accurate audio.See all Condenser MicrophonesYour price for this item is $165.99The previous price was $169.99PDP - Gaming LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset for Xbox Series X - White and Purple
Model: 049-015-WPRSKU: 6500858Top comment"Very good , nice and comfortable to wear. They are good for gaming and videos....Used for gaming. I have no complaints here. Grands love em"
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It’s time to level up your headset with the Kinetic White PDP Gaming LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset for Xbox! The lightweight build offers long-lasting comfort whether you’re spending the day in co-op missions, or just playing a quick match. Hear your enemies before you see them with the two powerful 40mm speaker drivers. The LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset is also compatible with Windows Sonic so you can enjoy spatial sound. Give your team clear commands through the flexible, noise-canceling microphone, or flip it up to instantly mute it. Keep your eyes on the game and make quick audio adjustments with the on-ear volume control, while the breathable ear cushions help you stay cool and prevent fatigue. Stay a step ahead with the LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset!Top comment"Very good , nice and comfortable to wear. They are good for gaming and videos....Used for gaming. I have no complaints here. Grands love em"
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It’s time to level up your headset with the Kinetic White PDP Gaming LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset for Xbox! The lightweight build offers long-lasting comfort whether you’re spending the day in co-op missions, or just playing a quick match. Hear your enemies before you see them with the two powerful 40mm speaker drivers. The LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset is also compatible with Windows Sonic so you can enjoy spatial sound. Give your team clear commands through the flexible, noise-canceling microphone, or flip it up to instantly mute it. Keep your eyes on the game and make quick audio adjustments with the on-ear volume control, while the breathable ear cushions help you stay cool and prevent fatigue. Stay a step ahead with the LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset!See all Gaming HeadsetsYour price for this item is $23.99The regular price is $27.99PDP - Gaming LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset for Nintendo Switch - Black and White
Model: 500-162-BW-NASKU: 6500854Top comment"Excellent gaming headphones...This headset is absolutely fantastic. Its great for my gaming needs and microphone is very clear for the other users. ...[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got the PDP Gaming LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset with Noise Canceling Microphone: Black/White - Nintendo Switch. "
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It’s time to level up your headset with the Black & White LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset for Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED Model! The lightweight build offers long-lasting comfort whether you’re spending the day in co-op missions, or just playing a quick match. Hear your enemies before you see them with the two powerful 40mm speaker drivers. Give your team clear commands through the flexible, noise-canceling microphone, or flip it up to instantly mute it. Keep your eyes on the game and make quick audio adjustments with the on-ear volume control, while the breathable ear cushions help you stay cool and prevent fatigue. Match your headset to the sleek, white Joy-Con Controllers of the Nintendo Switch (OLED Model). Stay a step ahead with the officially licensed Black & White LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset!Top comment"Excellent gaming headphones...This headset is absolutely fantastic. Its great for my gaming needs and microphone is very clear for the other users. ...[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got the PDP Gaming LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset with Noise Canceling Microphone: Black/White - Nintendo Switch. "
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It’s time to level up your headset with the Black & White LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset for Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED Model! The lightweight build offers long-lasting comfort whether you’re spending the day in co-op missions, or just playing a quick match. Hear your enemies before you see them with the two powerful 40mm speaker drivers. Give your team clear commands through the flexible, noise-canceling microphone, or flip it up to instantly mute it. Keep your eyes on the game and make quick audio adjustments with the on-ear volume control, while the breathable ear cushions help you stay cool and prevent fatigue. Match your headset to the sleek, white Joy-Con Controllers of the Nintendo Switch (OLED Model). Stay a step ahead with the officially licensed Black & White LVL40 Wired Stereo Gaming Headset!See all Gaming HeadsetsYour price for this item is $27.99HyperX - Cloud MIX True Wireless DTS Headphone:X In-Ear EarBuds for PC, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Mobile - Black
Model: 4P5D9AASKU: 6510347Top comment"Great earbuds for gaming...Overall I love these and would recommend these to anyone looking for a good pair of earbuds meant for gaming....These buds were exactly what I was looking for in wireless audio solutions for gaming. Connecting to PC was easy and, in combination with the included adapter, there's no lag in audio at. all! "
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HyperX Cloud MIX Buds are true wireless earbuds designed for gaming, and feature a low-latency 2.4GHz connection. Light and comfortable, the dual wireless Cloud MIX Buds have a USB Type-C wireless adapter for ultra-low latency gaming, and a convenient Bluetooth* connection for listening to music or answering phone calls when you’re on the go. The included USB-C to USB-C passthrough extender lets you bring the adapter closer to you for improved wireless performance during desktop PC gaming. When connected to PC, players can take advantage of DTS Headphone:X, which ups immersion by providing virtual 3D spatial audio with precise sound localization.Three included eartip sizes ensure that you’ll have a secure, personalized fit with signature HyperX comfort. With up to 33 hours of battery life on a single charge***, you’ll have plenty of juice to keep the good times going.Top comment"Great earbuds for gaming...Overall I love these and would recommend these to anyone looking for a good pair of earbuds meant for gaming....These buds were exactly what I was looking for in wireless audio solutions for gaming. Connecting to PC was easy and, in combination with the included adapter, there's no lag in audio at. all! "
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HyperX Cloud MIX Buds are true wireless earbuds designed for gaming, and feature a low-latency 2.4GHz connection. Light and comfortable, the dual wireless Cloud MIX Buds have a USB Type-C wireless adapter for ultra-low latency gaming, and a convenient Bluetooth* connection for listening to music or answering phone calls when you’re on the go. The included USB-C to USB-C passthrough extender lets you bring the adapter closer to you for improved wireless performance during desktop PC gaming. When connected to PC, players can take advantage of DTS Headphone:X, which ups immersion by providing virtual 3D spatial audio with precise sound localization.Three included eartip sizes ensure that you’ll have a secure, personalized fit with signature HyperX comfort. With up to 33 hours of battery life on a single charge***, you’ll have plenty of juice to keep the good times going.See all Gaming HeadsetsYour price for this item is $149.99SteelSeries - Arctis Nova Pro Wired Gaming Headset for Xbox X|S, and Xbox One - Black
Model: 61528SKU: 6506333Top comment"Awesome for gaming. Above average for music....I can’t say the quality matches my Sony Headphones but it’s for gaming so it’s fine and the EQ customization and other configurable settings are really useful. ...I am absolutely loving it and would continue to use it for gaming or music."
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The Arctis Nova Pro for Xbox raises the bar for gaming headsets with the Nova Pro Acoustic System, immersive 360° Spatial Audio, Sonar Software, GameDAC Gen 2 with Hi-Res Audio, ESS Sabre QuadDAC.Top comment"Awesome for gaming. Above average for music....I can’t say the quality matches my Sony Headphones but it’s for gaming so it’s fine and the EQ customization and other configurable settings are really useful. ...I am absolutely loving it and would continue to use it for gaming or music."
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The Arctis Nova Pro for Xbox raises the bar for gaming headsets with the Nova Pro Acoustic System, immersive 360° Spatial Audio, Sonar Software, GameDAC Gen 2 with Hi-Res Audio, ESS Sabre QuadDAC.See all Gaming HeadsetsYour price for this item is $242.99The previous price was $249.99Blue Microphones - Blue Yeti Nano Premium Wired Multi-Pattern USB Condenser Microphone
Model: 988-000087SKU: 6345551Top comment"Microphone...My son borrowed my other one for gaming and won’t give it back...Beautiful mic!...Excellent quality mic for my son's "budding YouTube career.""
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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"Microphone...My son borrowed my other one for gaming and won’t give it back...Beautiful mic!...Excellent quality mic for my son's "budding YouTube career.""
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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 $84.99The regular price is $99.99