Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Shure has had a busy year with lots of new product launches ...

JBL has expanded its Quantum gaming line with new products, including its first USB microphone aimed at streamers and podcasters. The JBL Quantum Stream is a dual-condenser mic with two selectable ...

The Sennheiser Profile USB microphone is an accessible and affordable option for users who want to plug straight into a PC and go. I'll cover the ins and outs of this gaming microphone after almost a ...

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 ...

The clever addition of a USB-C port broadens the appeal of the fifth-generation Rode NT1, but it is still pro-level — and requires tweaks or additional hardware for the best results. The latest ...

USB microphones are possibly the most straightforward option for high-quality audio during live streams or narration for pre-recorded content creation. Some premium headsets offer great boom mics, but ...

There are two things that the vast majority of the tech world can agree on. One, we all love simplicity. Two, nobody wants bad audio. The latter applies to the sending and receiving sides of any ...

Roland has a new on-the-go podcasting setup with an eye-catching price. The company's Go:Podcast studio includes a USB condenser mic (with support for four polar patterns) and a companion app that can ...

The Blue Yeti has long been the microphone of choice in the world of streaming. While it's now part of the Logitech family, Blue has been a leader in the high-fidelity microphone sphere for almost 20 ...