This could be annoying for anyone starting up, but then this mic is perhaps intended for users upgrading from an existing mic to something suitable for a specific purpose. You get one pickup pattern, nothing in the way of pads or filters, and the package doesn’t even come with a tripod. The Podcaster is a heavyweight mic - literally - without much in the way of frills. Where other mics on this list play up their versatility, the Rode Podcaster leaves you in no doubt as to what its intended use is - there's a reason it's the number one choice in our best budget podcasting microphones guide. There’s a lot to be said for buying a specialist tool for a specialist job. If you’re starting out, have a limited budget and don’t yet have a firm idea of what you’ll be recording then the Lyra is a great investment. What you’re getting here, for a street price of around $/£150, is a mic from a reputable brand that can handle just about anything. This mode is also perfect for recording a singer and an instrumentalist, or two instrumentalists – most duos, really. The clever bit is that you can choose from four capture modes to best suit your subject and artistic intentions: Front, Front & Back, Tight Stereo and Wide Stereo.įront mode will suit most recording applications, from podcasting and voiceovers to vocals, while Tight Stereo and Wide Stereo are a godsend for recording multiple members of an ensemble or wide ambient spaces.įront & Back caught our attention most because, just like a Figure-8 mic, it enables podcasters to interview guests without having to fork out for an additional mic, or suffer the complexity of setting one up. One pair of capsules faces towards the front, while the other faces towards the rear, providing all-round coverage. Hidden within its smart retro futuristic metal body is an array of four condenser mic capsules, set up in a double bank stereo configuration. The worthy recipient of NAMM 2021 Tec Award, the Lyra is a rather ingenious do-it-all budget USB microphone that represents astounding value when you consider its comprehensive multi-use feature set. The Presonus Revelator isn’t much to write home about in the looks department, and it has a pretty silly name, but look beyond that and you’ll find an outstanding microphone for recording with specific functionality - like Loopback - that you can’t find on others at this price point. While there are budget USB mics in our list which have plenty in the way of pedigree, like the Blue Yeti, Rode NT-USB or AKG Lyra, we’re actually opting for something newer in our recommended section. Best budget USB microphones: Our top picks
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We've included some in-depth buying advice at the end of this guide, so if you'd like to read more about the best budget USB microphones, click the link. But it doesn’t have to cost the earth to own one yourself. It’s a technology that’s popular and has matured as time has gone on. Now, the current crop of budget USB mics we’re seeing are streets ahead of previous versions offering way more bang for your buck.
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