{"id":1710,"date":"2022-11-28T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-28T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.realgear.net\/best-microphones-for-streaming\/"},"modified":"2023-09-11T13:33:00","modified_gmt":"2023-09-11T13:33:00","slug":"best-microphones-for-streaming","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.realgear.net\/best-microphones-for-streaming\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Microphones for Streaming: Tested and Reviewed [2023]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There\u2019s seemingly a never-ending supply of streaming microphones in the market, and picking the right mic has become harder than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But there\u2019s no cause for concern, as that\u2019s exactly what we have been up to lately! Our team has been busy researching, sampling, and testing dozens of streaming mics for the past several months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At long last, we now finally have enough data to pick the top 10 best microphones for streaming and podcasting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TL;DR \u2013 Top Streaming Mics 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1.<\/strong> Shure MV7<\/a>:<\/strong> The best dynamic microphone for streaming. This is an XLR-USB hybrid microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. Overall, a great microphone for beginners and enthusiasts alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.<\/strong> Shure SM7B<\/a>: <\/strong>The best microphone for streaming and podcasting with a cult following, and for good reasons. A remarkable microphone that can be used in a wide range of situations, especially podcasting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.<\/strong> Audio-Technica AT2020 (USB+)<\/a>: <\/strong>The best microphone for PS5 streaming and Xbox Series X and PC. This cardioid condenser microphone has a wide 20 to 20 kHz frequency range and great game streaming capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.<\/strong> Rode NT1-A<\/a>: <\/strong>A great microphone for live music and vocals music streaming. The mic is built like a tank and should last quite a long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5.<\/strong> HyperX QuadCast S<\/a>: <\/strong>The best microphone for streaming on Twitch and YouTube. The mic has RGB lighting effects as well to complement the look of your RGB gaming PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6.<\/strong> Blue Yeti Nano<\/a>:<\/strong> The best cheap microphone for streaming under $100. For the price, it checks a lot of boxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.<\/strong> Tonor TW820<\/a>:<\/strong> Best wireless microphone for streaming and karaoke. Each package comes with dual wireless microphones as well as a dedicated receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8.<\/strong> Thornmax MDrill One Pro<\/a>: <\/strong>Our top pick for Mac users. Comes standard with a USB-C output for seamless connectivity with modern Macs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9.<\/strong> Samson Go Mic<\/a>:<\/strong> A compact, stylish, well-built microphone that\u2019s great for travelers with sensitive dual electret condenser mics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10.<\/strong> Rode SmartLav+<\/a>: <\/strong>An affordable yet highly capable lavalier microphone for podcasting. The mic uses a standard 3.5mm audio jack, so you can use it in all situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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