I wasn't expecting a whole lot from the Amazon Basics mic, but I'm pleased to report it's been nothing but a pleasure to test. While you only get the bare minimum of features, it's brilliant at its ...

A dynamic mic uses electromagnetic induction and a condenser mic uses variable capacitance. Dynamic mics are less sensitive, while condensers capture more detail but also pick up more noise. Dynamic ...

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Which computer microphone is the best? With the rising popularity of streaming, podcasting and accessible audio recordings, computer microphones have become a must-have accessory. While several ...

Amazon’s microphone has a shiny plastic body, with a threaded attachment that connects to the included tripod desktop stand. The attachment uses a standard ⅝” thread, however, so you can hook it up to ...

When the MOVO VSM-7 arrived at my house, it was actually a panic moment. The box itself was crushed on one side and I was afraid the microphone itself was damaged. In fact, it was one of the worst ...

The PowerCast M300 packaging looks like this. The contents include an instruction manual, the PowerCast M300 unit, a stand, a USB Type-C to Type-A cable, and a USB Type-C to Type-C cable. Fix the main ...

What is the best gaming microphone? Whether you're streaming, recording a podcast, or just want your friends to actually hear what you're saying when playing multiplayer games, a quality gaming ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Last year it was wireless earphones that were the hot new ...

Whether you just take a lot of video calls over Skype or Hangouts, record podcasts, make music, or you're a burgeoning YouTube celebrity, you'll need a decent microphone for your desktop—one better ...

There's a lot to be said for the simple things in life. For a start, they're often cheap—and hardware doesn't come much cheaper than this Amazon Basics USB condenser microphone. You can pick up one of ...