Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Most professional microphones rely on the tried-and-trusted ...

If you’re a content creator and you have an XLR microphone, you don’t necessarily need to buy a USB microphone to interface with your computer for uses like streaming and podcasting. Shure’s got you ...

The dual output snug together on Rode’s updated NT1 microphone is one example of podcasting’s influence on audio engineering. The dual output snug together on Rode’s updated NT1 microphone is one ...

Everyone says XLR mics are the gold standard. But, for most people, USB mics are not only more convenient but also just as ...

If you’re a streamer, you’ve probably spent some time investigating microphones and, if you have, you’ve encountered the great debate around XLR and USB microphones. If you make the jump to XLR, ...

Let’s face it, audio can be a somewhat intimidating thing to the layperson. The likes of complex audio interfaces required for traditional high-quality XLR microphones has led to a rise in USB ...

A Canadian who has worked in the gaming industry for over two decades, Beck grew up on games such as Final Fantasy and Super Mario Bros. He specalizes in roleplaying games, but covers titles in almost ...

Shure has launched its new MV7 Podcast Mic. As the company’s first hybrid XLR/USB microphone, the MV7 is aimed at content creators who are involved in podcasting, VO and more. As an entry-level ...

We recently got a pretty good microphone. It is suitable for both the more professional and the average person who knows nothing about recording. And if you want to improve the quality of your ...