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Best podcast microphones

Podcasting rewards a mic that sounds the same every episode. Dynamic mics forgive an untreated room, and clip-on wireless mics suit shows filmed on camera.

Top 10 of 140 that qualify, from 158 microphones compared. Closest fit first.

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  1. DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX)

    Top pick

    DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX)

    Wireless clip-on mic kit with noise cancelling

    • Built for spoken voice
    Connection
    Wireless
    Capsule
    Condenser
    Best for
    Filming video, Podcasts & voice
    Type
    Clip-on lavalier
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 7 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  2. Shure SM7B

    Shure SM7B

    XLR dynamic broadcast mic for voice

    • Built for spoken voice
    Connection
    XLR
    Capsule
    Dynamic
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Singing & instruments
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  3. Shure SM58

    Shure SM58

    Handheld XLR dynamic vocal mic

    • Built for spoken voice
    Connection
    XLR
    Capsule
    Dynamic
    Best for
    Singing & instruments, Podcasts & voice
    Type
    Handheld
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  4. Rode PodMic

    Rode PodMic

    XLR dynamic broadcast mic, all-metal

    • Built for spoken voice
    Connection
    XLR
    Capsule
    Dynamic
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 7 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  5. Hollyland Lark M2

    Hollyland Lark M2

    Mini wireless clip-on mic for phone and camera

    • Built for spoken voice
    Connection
    Wireless
    Capsule
    Condenser
    Best for
    Filming video, Podcasts & voice
    Type
    Clip-on lavalier
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  6. HyperX QuadCast

    HyperX QuadCast

    USB condenser mic with shock mount and tap-to-mute

    • Built for spoken voice
    Connection
    USB
    Capsule
    Condenser
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Calls & meetings, Singing & instruments
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  7. Blue Yeti

    Blue Yeti

    USB condenser mic with four pickup patterns

    • Built for spoken voice
    Connection
    USB
    Capsule
    Condenser
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Calls & meetings, Singing & instruments
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  8. Audio-Technica AT2020

    Audio-Technica AT2020

    XLR studio condenser mic, cardioid

    • Built for spoken voice
    Connection
    XLR
    Capsule
    Condenser
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Singing & instruments
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  9. Elgato Wave:3 MK.2

    Elgato Wave:3 MK.2

    USB condenser mic with clip guard and DSP

    • Built for spoken voice
    Connection
    USB
    Capsule
    Condenser
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Calls & meetings, Singing & instruments
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  10. Shure MV7X

    Shure MV7X

    XLR dynamic podcast mic, all-metal

    • Built for spoken voice
    Connection
    XLR
    Capsule
    Dynamic
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Singing & instruments
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon

How we picked

We compared 158 microphones with real Amazon listings and kept the 140 that meet all of this:

The closest fits come first. No brand pays to be listed or placed higher. Prices change daily, so we never print one; Amazon shows today's price.

Questions

What are the best podcast microphones?

Our top three are the DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX), Shure SM7B and Shure SM58. Each one meets everything this guide asks for.

What should podcast microphones have?

Built for spoken voice. Every pick on this list does.

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