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Best USB microphones

A USB mic plugs straight into a computer with no interface to buy. It is the simplest way to sound clearly better than a laptop or headset mic.

Top 10 of 86 that qualify, from 158 microphones compared. Closest fit first.

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  1. HyperX QuadCast

    Top pick

    HyperX QuadCast

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

    • Plugs straight into your computer
    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
  2. Blue Yeti

    Blue Yeti

    USB condenser mic with four pickup patterns

    • Plugs straight into your computer
    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
  3. Elgato Wave:3 MK.2

    Elgato Wave:3 MK.2

    USB condenser mic with clip guard and DSP

    • Plugs straight into your computer
    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
  4. FIFINE AmpliGame A6T

    FIFINE AmpliGame A6T

    USB condenser gaming mic kit with boom arm and RGB

    • Plugs straight into your computer
    Connection
    USB
    Capsule
    Condenser
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Calls & meetings, Singing & instruments
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    Yes
    RGB
    Yes
    What 7 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  5. FIFINE T669 Pro1

    FIFINE T669 Pro1

    USB condenser mic kit with boom arm and pop filter

    • Plugs straight into your computer
    Connection
    USB
    Capsule
    Condenser
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Calls & meetings, Singing & instruments
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    Yes
    RGB
    No
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  6. FIFINE K669B

    Budget pick

    FIFINE K669B

    Metal USB condenser mic with volume knob

    • Plugs straight into your computer
    Connection
    USB
    Capsule
    Condenser
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Calls & meetings, Singing & instruments
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    No
    What 7 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  7. Rode NT1 5th Gen

    Rode NT1 5th Gen

    XLR and USB-C studio condenser, 32-bit float

    • Plugs straight into your computer
    Connection
    USB + XLR
    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. FIFINE AmpliTank K688

    FIFINE AmpliTank K688

    USB/XLR dynamic mic with mute and headphone jack

    • Plugs straight into your computer
    Connection
    USB + XLR
    Capsule
    Dynamic
    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
  9. Shure MV7+ with Stand

    Shure MV7+ with Stand

    USB-C/XLR dynamic mic with desk stand

    • Plugs straight into your computer
    Connection
    USB + XLR
    Capsule
    Dynamic
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Calls & meetings
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    Yes
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  10. FIFINE AmpliGame AM8

    FIFINE AmpliGame AM8

    USB/XLR dynamic mic with RGB and mute

    • Plugs straight into your computer
    Connection
    USB + XLR
    Capsule
    Dynamic
    Best for
    Streaming & gaming, Podcasts & voice, Calls & meetings, Singing & instruments
    Type
    Desktop
    Boom arm
    No
    RGB
    Yes
    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 86 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 USB microphones?

Our top three are the HyperX QuadCast, Blue Yeti and Elgato Wave:3 MK.2. Each one meets everything this guide asks for.

What should USB microphones have?

Plugs straight into your computer. Every pick on this list does.

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