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USB Microphone Buying Guide

Buying Guide: Best USB Microphones for Recording at Home

Plug in and start recording fast with a USB microphone. These easy-to-use mics connect directly to your Mac, PC, or mobile device -- no need for a preamp or audio interface. From budget-friendly USB and iOS microphones under $100, to USB versions of studio staples, zZounds has a wide range of USB mics. Follow our guide to find USB mics for recording vocals, podcasts, voiceover, live performances, and more.
USB Microphones with Lightning Connectors for iOS Recording
These microphones come with a USB cable for your Mac or PC, as well as a Lightning cable for older iPhones and iPads. Record directly to your iOS device or your computer with a USB/Lightning microphone.

Shure MOTIV MV51 Professional Home Studio Microphone (with USB-A, USB-C and Lightning Cables)

$199.00
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    $33.17
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    $49.75

Shure MOTIV MV5 USB Digital Condenser Microphone (with USB-A and Lightning Cables)

$99.00
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    $16.50
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    $24.75
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IK Multimedia iRig Stream Mic Pro USB Microphone

$169.99
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    $28.33
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    $42.50

Apogee HypeMiC USB and iOS Microphone with Compressor

$349.00
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    $43.63
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    $58.17
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    $87.25
Lightning Microphones for iOS Devices
These microphones have a Lightning connector that plugs directly into your older iPhone or iPad. Some microphones, like the Shure MOTIV MV88 Plus Video Kit, also include micro-USB or USB-C connector for use with Android phones. Upgrade the sound on your mobile device recordings with these mics!

Shure MOTIV MV88 Plus Video Kit Stereo Condenser Microphone (with Lightning and USB-C Cables)

$279.00
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    $46.50
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    $69.75

Zoom iQ7 Compact iOS Lightning Mid-Side Condenser Microphone

$99.99
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    $16.66
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    $25.00

Zoom IQ6 X/Y iOS Lightning Microphone

$99.99
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    $16.66
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    $25.00
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Rode VideoMic Me-L Directional Microphone for iOS

$68.95
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    $17.24
USB Mics Under $100
For less than $100, you can pick up a USB condenser microphone that connects directly to your computer to capture crisp, accurate audio.
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Rode NT-USB Mini Studio-Quality USB Condenser Microphone

$99.00
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    $16.50
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    $24.75

Zoom ZUM-2 Large-Diaphragm Condenser USB Microphone

$49.99
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    $12.50

Samson Q2U Handheld USB and XLR Microphone

$79.99
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    $20.00
USB Microphones for Recording Vocals, Voiceover, and More
Want to record better vocals in your home studio? These higher-end USB mics are similar to the large-diaphragm condensers and dynamics you'd find in pro recording setups, but with USB connectors that plug directly into your computer.
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IK Multimedia iRig Stream Mic USB Microphone

$99.99
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    $16.66
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    $25.00

Rode NT-USB Plus USB Condenser Microphone

$169.00
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    $28.17
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    $42.25

Audio-Technica AT2020USB-X USB Condenser Microphone

$169.00
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    $28.17
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    $42.25

Shure MV7+ Hybrid USB/XLR Podcast Microphone

$299.00
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    $37.38
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    $49.83
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    $74.75
Multi-Pattern/Stereo USB Microphones
Multi-pattern microphones let you go beyond the standard cardioid (unidirectional) pickup pattern. Try an omnidirectional pattern to pick up an uncolored, natural-sounding 360-degree ambiance. Try a bidirectional or "figure-8" pattern to record an interview with host and guest on either side of the mic -- or use one side of the bi-di pattern to lend a heightened, focused quality to solo vocals.
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Samson G-Track Pro Studio USB Condenser Microphone

$139.99
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    $23.33
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    $35.00

Shure MOTIV MV88 Plus Stereo USB Condenser Microphone

$219.00
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    $36.50
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    $54.75
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IK Multimedia iRig Stream Mic Pro USB Microphone

$169.99
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    $28.33
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    $42.50
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Antelope Audio Edge GO USB-Powered Multi-Pattern Modeling Microphone

$1,395.00
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    $116.25
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    $174.38
XLR to USB Adapters: Connect an XLR mic to a computer
If you already own an XLR mic that you like, an XLR to USB interface is the simplest and most affordable way to record that microphone onto your computer. Like a mini audio interface with an in-line preamp, these adapters convert an XLR microphone's analog signal to digital audio that you can record with your computer's DAW software.

Want to use a USB to XLR adapter with phantom-powered condenser microphones? Pick up an adapter that provides +48V phantom power, like the Shure MVX2U adapter.

To record at higher sample rates and greater bit depth, simultaneously capture multiple XLR microphones or 1/4" instruments, add outputs to feed your monitor speakers and headphones, and more, step up to a multi-channel USB audio interface.

Shure MVX2U MOTIV XLR to USB Adapter Digital Audio Interface

$142.00
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    $23.67
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    $35.50
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MXL Mic Mate Classic USB Audio Interface

$49.95
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    $12.49
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Hosa UXA-110 Microphone to USB Interface

$58.95
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    $14.74