12 Best USB Microphones of 2024 - Reviewed

June 16,2024

Whether you want to up your Zoom game or record a podcast, these are our top USB mics.
Shure’s USB mic doubles as a traditional XLR microphone if you need one down the road, and comes with a lot of useful audio settings..
The Blue Yeti provides crisp clear sound and includes special features such as pickup pattern adjustment..
AKG’s USB mic delivers high-quality recordings. However, the layout of some of the controls is counterintuitive..
Rode’s USB mic gave us some of the best audio quality, and it's built to last. But a few basic features are missing, and the user experience leaves a little to be desired..
Rode’s Podcaster produces great, focused sound, but doesn't come with many extra features and there's no opportunity to use it with a regular audio interface..
Blue’s portable microphone offers an entry-level experience for newcomers. .
With overcomplicated buttons and a frustrating design, this microphone has a hard time keeping up.