High-Quality USB Microphones
Posted: April 05, 2022
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Anyone who streams or hosts a podcast knows just how important it is to have good quality sound. If the sound isn't clear or is muffled, audience members may choose to leave, as it can get irritating or they simply just can't understand the host. Most people think it is too expensive to upgrade their mic, but there are some solid USB options that won't break the bank.
Adam Patrick Murray and Alaina Yee, contributors to
PCWorld, explains the different options available.
Whether you’re
streaming games to Twitch, YouTube, or another platform, your audience needs to hear you clearly over the gameplay. (The same holds true if you’re holding live chat sessions or talking with your viewers as you work on a project.) And unfortunately, microphones built into
laptops, webcams, and even headsets just don’t sound as good compared to a full-size microphone sitting close to your mouth.
The good news is you don’t have to spend a lot of money to upgrade—while professional streamers use pro-level audio equipment for the best possible sound, USB microphones are much cheaper. They’re much easier to use without sacrificing quality, too—plug a USB microphone into your computer, and you can be off and running immediately.
When selecting our picks for the best USB microphones, we look for models that offer easy setup, great quality, and a fair price, as well as flexibility with voice types and volumes. If you want to learn more about how to pick the best microphone for your particular needs, scroll down to our section below on the
key features and what to look for in a USB microphone.
Read the full article,
Best USB microphones for streaming: Upgrade your stream with high-quality audio, on
PCWorld.