Don't rely on the wimpy microphone built into your phone or laptop. Here's how to find the best USB (and XLR with USB) mics for gaming, podcasting, and recording music, including our top-tested picks.

The Roccat Torch is a fun, flashy microphone for gamers and streamers, or anyone who likes some desktop bling. Don’t expect incredible audio quality and you won’t be disappointed. The Torch can’t ...

Sennheiser has long been a brand synonymous with audio quality. They have been a staple in the audio industry for years. Having used both the HD 280 Pro and PXC 550 headphones for the past few years, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Sennheiser has been producing headphones, microphones and ...

I was happy — excited, even — to check out Shure’s latest USB microphone. Its predecessor, the MV7, has been my default podcasting mic since it was launched toward to end of 2020. I’ve recorded more ...

When [Mahesh Venkitachalam] was experimenting with machine learning for audio applications on a Raspberry Pi, he found himself looking for a simple USB microphone. A cheap one was easy to find, but ...