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Best USB microphones 2025: Plug-and-play mics for everything from streaming to singing
By James Grimshaw last updated
Capturing audio has never been easier, with these all-in-one USB microphones from Shure, Sennheiser and more

“A highly flexible mic with an excellent overall delivery”: Warm Audio Fen-tone Ribbon Mic review
By Jon Musgrave published
Ribbon mics are a great addition to your mic palette and this one could be the perfect combination of old and new

“A versatile and durable dynamic microphone suitable for a range of applications”: Universal Audio SD-1 review
By Chris Corfield published
Affordable dynamic microphone bringing professional sound from a top-tier brand

“One of the most versatile, feature-laden mics for podcasting”: Shure MV7+ review
By Chris Corfield last updated
Shure’s latest is an evolution, if not a revolution, in premium podcasting mics

“Its robust construction, low self-noise, and ability to emulate a range of classic microphones make it a valuable asset”: Universal Audio SC-1 review
By Chris Corfield published
Classy condenser with top-shelf tricks but a bargain price tag

Why is Serena Williams being bombarded with microphones fired from confetti cannons?
By Ben Rogerson published
In purely literal terms, this might be the biggest mic drop ever

“A high-quality solution for capturing your drums”: Sennheiser MD 421 Kompakt review
By Stuart Williams published
A drum and instrument studio classic gets the scaled-down treatment

Best microphones for recording 2025: My top studio mics for instruments, vocals and more
By Matt McCracken last updated
These are the best recording microphones from the biggest brands including AKG, Rode, Audio Technica, Neumann and more
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