{"id":292,"date":"2016-02-18T06:55:55","date_gmt":"2016-02-18T06:55:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/?p=292"},"modified":"2020-01-02T11:31:17","modified_gmt":"2020-01-02T11:31:17","slug":"best-usb-microphone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/best-usb-microphone\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best USB Microphones 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>For those who need a great plug-and-play microphone, the USB mic is the way to go. Forget the preamps; forget the additional hardware and cables. This is just the type of solution that many people need, ranging from podcasters to singers with an in-home studio.<\/p>\n<p>Have a look at our list below to help you find the best <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/USB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">USB<\/a> microphone for you needs. We compare and contrast brands to help make your decision much easier.<\/p>\n<h2>Consider Before Buying USB Microphone<\/h2>\n<p>here are a few things to consider:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>How You&#8217;ll Use It.<\/strong>\u00a0Do you have an in-home studio that you plan to record tracks on? Are you performing on a stage, transmitting a podcast for your loyal listeners or having a Skype call with your family back home? Maybe you will be doing a little bit of all of these things, so just be sure to match the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ehow.com\/how_6783021_use-usb-microphone-pc.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">USB microphone<\/a> to your needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price.<\/strong>\u00a0Expect to pay anywhere between $100-$150 for a more professional microphone, and around $50 or so for a mid-level microphone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 27px;\">For simple tasks, such as calling people on Skype or using it as you play games, you probably don\u2019t need to spend that much. Check out number nine on our list below if you are looking for a nice little USB mic for your desktop or home computer.<\/p>\n<h2>Top 10\u00a0USB Microphones Comparison Table<\/h2>\n<style>\r\n\r\ntable#t12 {\r\nborder-collapse: collapse;\t\r\nborder-width: 0px;\r\nborder-style: outset;\r\nmargin: 20px 0;\r\nline-height: 2.0em;\r\ntext-align: center;\r\nvertical-align: top;width: 100%;border-top: 1px solid #EEEEEE;border-bottom: 1px solid #EEEEEE;box-shadow: 0 0px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);\r\n}\r\ntable#t12 thead tr {\r\n\r\n}\r\ntable#t12 thead tr th.t12 {\r\ncolor: #333333;\r\nbackground: none repeat scroll 0 0 #FFFFFF;\r\nfont-size: 1em;\r\nletter-spacing: 0;\r\nline-height: 2.0;\r\npadding: 4px;\r\ntext-transform: none;\r\ntext-align: center;border-bottom: 1px solid #EEEEEE;\r\n}\r\n\r\ntable#t12 thead tr th#t12.start {\r\n\r\n}\r\ntable#t12 thead tr th#t12.end {\r\n\r\n}\r\ntable#t12 tbody tr {\r\n    background: none repeat scroll 0 0 #FFFFFF;\r\n}\r\ntable#t12 tbody tr.table-alternate {\r\n    background: none repeat scroll 0 0 #FDFDFD;\r\n}\r\ntable#t12 tbody tr td#n1 {\r\n\twidth: 20%;\r\n\t}table#t12 tbody tr td#n2 {\r\n\twidth: 20%;\r\n\t}table#t12 tbody tr td#n3 {\r\n\twidth: 20%;\r\n\t}table#t12 tbody tr td#n4 {\r\n\twidth: 20%;\r\n\t}table#t12 tbody tr td#n5 {\r\n\twidth: 20%;\r\n\t}\r\n\r\ntable#t12 tbody tr td {\r\n    padding: 5px;\r\n\tborder-width: 0px;\r\n\tfont-size: 1.0em;\r\n\tborder-top: medium none;border-bottom: 1px solid #EEEEEE;\r\n    text-align: center;\r\n\tline-height: 1.2;\r\n\tvertical-align: top;\r\n}\r\n}\r\ntable#t12 tfoot tr {\r\n}\r\n\r\ntable#t12 tfoot tr td {\r\n    background: none repeat scroll 0 0 #FCFCFC;\t\r\n\tpadding: 4px;\r\n\tborder-width: 0px;\r\n\tcolor: #7a7a7a;\r\n\tfont-size: 1.0em;\r\n\tborder-top: medium none;\r\n    text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n<\/style><table id=\"t12\">\n\t\t<thead>\n\t\t\t<tr><th scope=\"col\" class=\"t12\" id=\"n1\">Picture<\/th><th scope=\"col\" class=\"t12\" id=\"n2\">Name<\/th><th scope=\"col\" class=\"t12\" id=\"n3\">Mic Type<\/th><th scope=\"col\" class=\"t12\" id=\"n4\">Price<\/th><th scope=\"col\" class=\"t12\" id=\"n5\">Rating (1-5)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tfoot><tr><td><center>Picture<\/center><\/td><td><center>Name<\/center><\/td><td><center>Mic Type<\/center><\/td><td><center>Price<\/center><\/td><td><center>Rating (1-5)<\/center><\/td><\/tr><\/tfoot>\n\t<tbody><tr class=\"table-alternate row1\"> <td id=\"n1\" class=\"start\"><a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B002VA464S\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B002VA464S\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image aligncenter\" height=\"110\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/810YezTuMWL._SL1500_.jpg\" width=\"40\" \/><\/a><\/td><td id=\"n2\" ><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B002VA464S\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B002VA464S\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">1. Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone - Silver<\/a><\/td><td id=\"n3\" >Condenser<\/td><td id=\"n4\" >$$$$<\/td><td id=\"n5\" >4.5\r\n<\/td><\/tr><tr class= \"table-noalt row2\"><td id=\"n1\" class=\"start\"><a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B004QJOZS4\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B004QJOZS4\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image aligncenter\" height=\"110\" src=\"http:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/8160UKobBcL._SL1500_.jpg\" width=\"40\" \/><\/a><\/td><td id=\"n2\" ><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B004QJOZS4\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B004QJOZS4\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">2. Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB\/XLR Microphone<\/a><\/td><td id=\"n3\" >Dynamic <\/td><td id=\"n4\" >$$$<\/td><td id=\"n5\" >4.5<\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"table-alternate row3\"> <td id=\"n1\" class=\"start\"><a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B004QJREXM\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B004QJREXM\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image aligncenter\" height=\"110\" src=\"http:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/81fv1hZSQiL._SL1500_.jpg\" width=\"40\" \/><\/a><\/td><td id=\"n2\" ><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B004QJREXM\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B004QJREXM\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">3. Audio-Technica ATR2500-USB Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone<\/a><\/td><td id=\"n3\" >Condenser <\/td><td id=\"n4\" >$$$<\/td><td id=\"n5\" >4.4<\/td><\/tr><tr class= \"table-noalt row4\"><td id=\"n1\" class=\"start\"><a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B006DIA77E\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B006DIA77E\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image aligncenter\" height=\"110\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/61dq6aKAiUL._SL1500_.jpg\" width=\"40\" \/><\/a><\/td><td id=\"n2\" ><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B006DIA77E\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B006DIA77E\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">4. Blue Microphones Snowball iCE Condenser Microphone, Cardioid<\/a><\/td><td id=\"n3\" >Condenser<\/td><td id=\"n4\" >$$$<\/td><td id=\"n5\" >4.4<\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"table-alternate row5\"> <td id=\"n1\" class=\"start\"><a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B004MF39YS\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B004MF39YS\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image aligncenter\" height=\"110\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/71wh6LYHPJL._SL1500_.jpg\" width=\"60\" \/><\/a><\/td><td id=\"n2\" ><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B004MF39YS\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B004MF39YS\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">5. Samson Meteor Mic USB Studio Microphone (Chrome)<\/a><\/td><td id=\"n3\" >Condenser<\/td><td id=\"n4\" >$$$<\/td><td id=\"n5\" >4.4<\/td><\/tr><tr class= \"table-noalt row6\"><td id=\"n1\" class=\"start\"><a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B001R76D42\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B001R76D42\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image aligncenter\" height=\"110\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51LY0gazMwL._SL1023_.jpg\" width=\"110\" \/><\/a><\/td><td id=\"n2\" ><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B001R76D42\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B001R76D42\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">6. Samson Go Mic Portable USB Condenser Microphone<\/a><\/td><td id=\"n3\" >Condenser<\/td><td id=\"n4\" >$$<\/td><td id=\"n5\" >4.4<\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"table-alternate row7\"> <td id=\"n1\" class=\"start\"><a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B001AIQGUO\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B001AIQGUO\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image aligncenter\" height=\"110\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31A-rD6WNdL.jpg\" width=\"70\" \/><\/a><\/td><td id=\"n2\" ><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B001AIQGUO\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B001AIQGUO\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">7. CAD U37 USB Studio Condenser Recording Microphone<\/a><\/td><td id=\"n3\" >Condenser<\/td><td id=\"n4\" >$$$<\/td><td id=\"n5\" >4.3<\/td><\/tr><tr class= \"table-noalt row8\"><td id=\"n1\" class=\"start\"><a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B01142EPO4\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B01142EPO4\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image aligncenter\" height=\"110\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/61GQQQ5bgAL._SL1000_.jpg\" width=\"80\" \/><\/a><\/td><td id=\"n2\" ><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B01142EPO4\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B01142EPO4\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">8. Tonor USB Professional Condenser Sound Podcast Studio Microphone<\/a><\/td><td id=\"n3\" >Condenser<\/td><td id=\"n4\" >$$<\/td><td id=\"n5\" >4.0<\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"table-alternate row9\"> <td id=\"n1\" class=\"start\"><a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B00UZY2YQE\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B00UZY2YQE\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image aligncenter\" height=\"110\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/61Y%2Bsmol2iL._SL1500_.jpg\" width=\"80\" \/><\/a><\/td><td id=\"n2\" ><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B00UZY2YQE\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B00UZY2YQE\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">9. eBerry\u00ae Plug and Play Home Studio Adjustable USB Desktop Microphone Compatible<\/a><\/td><td id=\"n3\" >Condenser<\/td><td id=\"n4\" >$<\/td><td id=\"n5\" >3.8<\/td><\/tr><tr class= \"table-noalt row10\"><td id=\"n1\" class=\"start\"><a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B000ULQTE0\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B000ULQTE0\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image aligncenter\" height=\"110\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/71eEsAOl9nL._SL1500_.jpg\" width=\"110\" \/><\/a><\/td><td id=\"n2\" ><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B000ULQTE0\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B000ULQTE0\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">10. CAD U1 USB Dynamic Recording Microphone<\/a><\/td><td id=\"n3\" >Dynamic<\/td><td id=\"n4\" >$$<\/td><td id=\"n5\" >3.6<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n<h2>About the USB Mic<\/h2>\n<p>Unlike the traditional microphone, the USB mic is designed with a preamp already inside as well as an analog-to-<a href=\"http:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/best-digital-piano-under-1000\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">digital<\/a> converter. You don\u2019t need to hook the mic up to a separate preamp (since it is already equipped with one) and you can simply plug it in to any computer or recording software and start using it.<\/p>\n<h2>The Condenser Mic<\/h2>\n<p>Most USB mics are condenser mics, but you\u2019ll also find a few dynamic mics on our list above (numbers two and ten).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dynamic Mic.<\/strong>\u00a0These convert sound into electrical energy. This type of microphone has a thin diaphragm attached to a copper coil and when the sound vibrates the diaphragm, it moves the coil up and down to create an electric current.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 27px;\">They slightly resemble ice cream cones and travel well on stage (picture a performer who starts out standing and then moves the mic and their singing to the piano. The dynamic mic rests in a stand and the performer continues singing as they play the piano).<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Condenser.<\/strong>\u00a0This uses a capacitor to convert sound waves into electrical energy, requiring power to work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 27px;\">They are more sensitive than dynamic mics, making them ideal in studios, for podcasts, professional interviews and some stage performances.<\/p>\n<h2>Top 3 Best USB Microphone Reviews<\/h2>\n<h2><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B002VA464S\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B002VA464S\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">1. Blue Yeti<\/a><\/h2>\n<a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B002VA464S\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B002VA464S\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image alignright\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/810YezTuMWL._SL1500_.jpg\" width=\"180\" \/><\/a>\n<p>Look out! It\u2019s a Yeti!<\/p>\n<p>Ok, not really, but it is the Blue Microphones USB Yeti Microphone.<\/p>\n<p>Plug the Yeti into your desktop or laptop and start using it. It doesn\u2019t require any additional software since it will work with the recording program you already have installed.<\/p>\n<p>One great thing about the Yeti is that it has three condenser capsules, which offer you the quality and sound that you would normally find in a studio recording. It has four polar pattern options (cardioid, bi-directional, omnidirectional and stereo) and works well for recording anything from vocals and musical instruments to podcasts, voiceovers and interviews.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a professional microphone for your home office or home studio where the quality still matters (even though you\u2019re at home), then get the Yeti.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s considered the best USB microphone in its price range by many, so give it a try. We promise it won\u2019t eat you!<\/p>\n<h2><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B004QJOZS4\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B004QJOZS4\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">2.\u00a0Audio-Technica ATR2100<\/a><\/h2>\n<a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B004QJOZS4\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B004QJOZS4\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image alignright\" height=\"500\" src=\"http:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/8160UKobBcL._SL1500_.jpg\" width=\"180\" \/><\/a>\n<p>This dynamic microphone has both USB and XLR outputs, making it very versatile if you have to use it on a variety of computers. Mac or PC\u2026makes no difference. This will connect to both.<\/p>\n<p>If you do podcasts, voiceovers, sing <a href=\"http:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/best-vocal-mic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">vocals<\/a> or create videos to upload on YouTube, this is the right type of microphone for you. It comes with all the accessories you\u2019ll need (microphone stand with clamp as well as both types of cables) and it has a headphone jack if you\u2019d like to plug it in to monitor your sound quality and the head reduces pick up of unwanted background noise.<\/p>\n<p>Forget your webcam\u2019s microphone, you need something decent!<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to get a windscreen for the head. They are inexpensive and help reduce the harsh puffs of air that you make when pronouncing Ps and Ss.<\/p>\n<h2><a class=\"easyazon-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B004QJREXM\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B004QJREXM\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\">3.\u00a0<span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large\">Audio-Technica ATR2500<\/span><\/a><\/h2>\n<a class=\"easyazon-link easyazon-link-image easyazon-link-image-align\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-easyazon-asin=\"B004QJREXM\" data-easyazon-locale=\"US\" data-easyazon-localize=\"data-easyazon-localize\" href=\"http:\/\/amazon.com\/dp\/B004QJREXM\/?tag=guitarratin04-20\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"easyazon-image alignright\" height=\"500\" src=\"http:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/81fv1hZSQiL._SL1500_.jpg\" width=\"180\" \/><\/a>\n<p>Unlike the previous Audio-Technica microphone, this is a condenser microphone that works well for podcasters, voiceovers, home studio recordings and field recordings.<\/p>\n<p>This also has a headphone jack and is compatible with PC or Mac, but it does not have the XLR output like the previous one.<\/p>\n<p>The low mass diaphragm will provide you with excellent frequency response and provides you with crystal clear sound quality.<\/p>\n<p>One flaw that we noticed with this microphone is the instability of the tripod that comes with it. Be extra careful not to bump the microphone while you use it, otherwise it may tip over and cause your microphone to fall down.<\/p>\n<p>No worries, for just a few dollars more, you can purchase a better, higher quality tripod. Problem solved!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For those who need a great plug-and-play microphone, the USB mic is the way to go. Forget the preamps; forget the additional hardware and cables. This is just the type of solution that many people need, ranging from podcasters to singers with an in-home studio. Have a look at our list below to help you [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":309,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[6],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/292"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=292"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/292\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1287,"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/292\/revisions\/1287"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/309"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=292"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=292"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.instrumenttop.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=292"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}