The Electro-Voice RE20 is the heavyweight champ of microphones, folks. It's the go-to for radio and podcast pros, and for good reason. This mic is a legend for its buttery smooth sound and its ability to make your voice sound like a million bucks. With its Variable-D tech, say goodbye to proximity effect woes. Whether you're in a studio or a makeshift closet booth, the RE20 delivers consistent, pristine audio. It’s not just a mic; it’s a studio essential.

Step aside, pricey mics, because the Fifine USB microphone is here to steal the show! This little beast is like striking audio gold without breaking the bank. Plug it in, and you're instantly in the game with crisp, clean sound that'll make your streams, podcasts, or Zoom calls sound pro-level. It’s sleek, no-nonsense, and ridiculously easy to use. Perfect for budding creators or anyone looking for quality on a budget. The Fifine USB? It’s a no-brainer, really!

The Blue Yeti is a classic. It's become the go-to entry-level mic for content creators, streamers, and remote workers alike. It's plug-and-play, no-fuss to set up, and it sounds great. It's got a bunch fo nice controls on the hardware like sound direction and a mute button. The quality is really nice and you don't need a boom arm or to use it. Just plonk it on your desk and move it out the way when you don't need it.

It looks great, it’s built really well, it sounds amazing, and all the pros use it. The SM7B is basically the gold standard for podcast audio these days. It’s an XLR condenser mic so it’s got accurate, balanced sound with minimal interference noise. If you want a great podcast setup, then you need this mic. But there are a couple gotchas. If you’re new to professional audio you’ll need to purchase an audio interface. This routes the sound from the mic into your computer. It has special XLR inputs which computers definitely don’t have. On top of that, you’ll probably need a preamp — this is for boosting the volume of the microphone. By default, the SM7B is a very quiet microphone. Once you’ve got it all set up sound is well worth it.

Shotgun mics are the secret hack to really great videos. Why? Because you can’t see them. Normally to get great audio you need the mic as close to your mouth as possible. Think about all those podcast interviews where the SM7B’s are held super close to the speakers’ mouths. The sound is great, but having a big mic covering your face kinda ruins the shot. With a shotgun mic you can avoid this. Shotgun mics are designed for film and television. Their job is to pick up high quality sound and not be seen on camera. The Senheisser MKH 416 is one of the best shotgun mics on the market. Connect this to a boom arm, point it at your chest and make sure it’s out of shot. Pro-level audio and nothing blocking your face.