The Best Microphones 2025

1. HyperX - QuadCast S Wired Multi-Pattern USB Electret Condenser Microphone

Compatible with Mac and Windows; 20Hz - 20kHz frequency response; USB connection; headphone jack; mute and volume controls

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.

2. Blue Microphones - Pro Streamer Pack with Blue Yeti USB Microphone & Logitech C922 Pro HD Webcam

For recording instruments, vocals and voices; electret condenser design; 20Hz - 20kHz frequency response; cardioid/omnidirectional/bidirectional pickup patterns; USB connection; mute and volume controls

The Pro Streamer Pack includes the Blue Yeti USB microphone and Logitech C922 Pro HD webcam to give you the magic combination of Blueaudio and Logitech video for professional-level gaming, streaming, podcasting, YouTube videos and more. With broadcast-quality sound and vibrant HD 1080p video, the Pro Streamer Pack delivers the ultimate streaming experience.

3. Blue Microphones - Blue Yeti Professional Multi-Pattern USB Condenser Microphone

PC and Mac compatible; cardioid condenser capsule; USB connection; adjustable stand included

Yeti is the premium USB mic professionals trust worldwide, producing clear, powerful, broadcast-quality sound and enhanced Blue VO!CE vocal effects for gaming, streaming, podcasting, YouTube videos and more. Thanks to Yeti’s proprietary three-capsule technology and four pickup patterns, you can produce professional recordings and streams with legendary ease. Yeti also features studio controls for headphone volume, pattern selection, instant mute, and microphone gain that put you in chargeof the recording process. Set up in seconds with the included desktop stand or connect directly to a mic stand or boom arm.

4. HyperX - SoloCast Wired Cardioid USB Condenser Gaming Microphone

Meet Talk GO, JLab Audio’s compact, lightweight, and portable USB microphone.

For video editors, streamers, and gamers looking for a USB microphone with great sound quality, the HyperX SoloCast is a must have. Get 24-bit, 96kHz recordings with the SoloCast’s high bit depth and sampling rate. It’s Plug N Play with a USB-C connection, making it simple to use, with some of our fan-favorite conveniences like the tap-to-mute sensor and LED mute indicator. The versatile microphone has a flexible, adjustable stand and is also compatible with most boom arms, so it can either sit on your desk or work mounted. Certified by TeamSpeak and Discord and compatible with OBS, XSplit, Streamlabs OBS and a number of other programs, it’s an extremely streamer-friendly microphone.

5. HyperX - SoloCast Wired Cardioid USB Condenser Gaming Microphone

Easy-to-use USB microphone for streamers and content creators. For video editors, streamers, and gamers looking for a USB microphone with great sound quality. It's Plug N Play with a USB-C connection, making it simple to use, with some of our fan-favorite conveniences like the tap-to-mute sensor and LED mute indicator. The versatile microphone has a flexible, adjustable stand and is also compatible with most boom arms, so it can either sit on your desk or work mounted. Certified by TeamSpeak and Discord and compatible with OBS, XSplit, Streamlabs OBS and a number of other programs, it's an extremely streamer-friendly microphone. Plug N Play audio recording with USB-C connection Get quality audio recordings with this easy-to-use USB condenser microphone. The cardioid polar pattern is most sensitive to sound sources in front of the microphone and reduces background noise. Tap-to-Mute sensor with LED status indicator Simply tap the top of the mic to mute, and the signature LED indicator lets you immediately see whether or not you're broadcasting. Flexible, adjustable stand The easy-to-position stand swivels to support a variety of setups. You can even fit it under a monitor if your setup is tight on space. Boom arm and mic stand threading Versatile microphone fits 3/8-inch and 5/8-inch threaded setups, making it compatible with most mic stands or boom arms. Multi-device and program compatibility Get great sound whether you're connecting to a PC, PS5���, PS4���, or Mac��. SoloCast is certified by Discord and TeamSpeak���, and works on major streaming platforms like Streamlabs OBS, OBS Studio, and XSplit. Customizable via HyperX NGENUITY Software Adjust volume level. More great features are on the way. Multi-device and program compatibility Get great sound whether you're connecting to a PC, PS4���, PS5���, or Mac��. SoloCast is certified by Discord and TeamSpeak���, and works on major streaming platforms like Streamlabs OBS, OBS Studio, and XSplit.

For video editors, streamers, and gamers looking for a USB microphone with great sound quality, the HyperX SoloCast is a must have. Get 24-bit, 96kHz recordings with the SoloCast’s high bit depth and sampling rate. It’s Plug N Play with a USB-C connection, making it simple to use, with some of our fan-favorite conveniences like the tap-to-mute sensor and LED mute indicator. The versatile microphone has a flexible, adjustable stand and is also compatible with most boom arms, so it can either sit on your desk or work mounted. Certified by TeamSpeak and Discord and compatible with OBS, XSplit, Streamlabs OBS and a number of other programs, it’s an extremely streamer-friendly microphone.

6. Blue Microphones - Blue Yeti Professional Multi-Pattern USB Condenser Microphone

Ideal for podcasts and voiceovers; also lets you record vocals, acoustic or electric guitar, piano and other instruments; integrated pop filter; internally shock-mounted condenser capsule

Yeti is the premium USB mic professionals trust worldwide, producing clear, powerful, broadcast-quality sound and enhanced Blue VO!CE vocal effects for gaming, streaming, podcasting, YouTube videos and more. Thanks to Yeti’s proprietary three-capsule technology and four pickup patterns, you can produce professional recordings and streams with legendary ease. Yeti also features studio controls for headphone volume, pattern selection, instant mute, and microphone gain that put you in chargeof the recording process. Set up in seconds with the included desktop stand or connect directly to a mic stand or boom arm.

7. Elgato - Wave:3 Wired Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone

Compatible with Mac and Windows; condenser design; 20Hz - 20kHz frequency response; USB connection; mute, volume, gain and blend controls

Enjoy clear audio recordings with this Elgato Wave:3 USB condenser microphone. The 70-20,000Hz frequency response ensures efficient sound delivery, while the cardioid polar pattern helps capture speech clearly. This Elgato Wave:3 USB condenser microphone has an included adjustable desktop stand for flexible placement, and the multifunctional control dial allows for easy operation.

8. HyperX QuadCast S RGB USB Condenser Microphone - Black

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, PS5™, PS4™, or Mac®.

Radiant RGB lighting with dynamic effects Anti-Vibration shock mount Tap-to-Mute sensor with LED indicator Four selectable polar patterns Convenient gain control adjustment Customizable via HyperX NGENUITY Software Mount adapter, built-in pop filter, and headphone jack Multi-device and program compatibility

9. Blue Microphones - Blue Yeti Nano Premium Wired Multi-Pattern USB Condenser Microphone

Compatible with most computers; electret condenser design; 20Hz - 20kHz frequency response; USB connection; includes microphone stand; mute and volume controls

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.

10. Blue Microphones - Blue Yeti Nano Premium Wired Multi-Pattern USB Condenser Microphone

Compatible with Mac and Windows; 20Hz - 20kHz frequency response; USB connection; headphone jack; mute and volume controls

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.