The Best Desk Mics We've Tested: Top Reviews by Experts

Custom condenser capsule: Powered by Blue’s custom condenser capsule, Snowball iCE microphone delivers crystal-clear audio quality that’s light-years ahead of your built-in computer microphone

Cardioid pickup pattern: Captures your voice with clear, focused sound for streaming, podcasting, broadcasting, Skype calls and Zoom meetings

Stylish retro design: Record or stream in style with a classic recording equipment design that looks great on your desktop and on camera

Adjustable desktop stand: Allows you to position the condenser microphone in relation to the sound source, improving sound quality and saving space on your desktop for the optimal broadcast setup

Skype and Discord certified: Whether conducting interviews over Skype, streaming live gameplay on Twitch, or communicating across the globe, you’ll be heard loud and clear on leading VOIP platforms

Plug and Play: With a USB 2.0 data port, no additional driver is required. TC30 is compatible with Windows, macOS and Linux. Ideal for gaming, podcasting, zoom meeting, streaming, Skype chatting, online conference.

Cardioid Pickup Pattern: The mic has a cardioid pickup pattern and an excellent off-axis suppression function, allowing it to capture more natural sound and suppress unwanted background noise.

Easy to Install: Without any assembly, only need to attach the pop filter to the mic tripod, then it can be plug and play.

Exceptional Anti-vibration: The upgraded concealed shock mount can effectively reduce the noise caused by the mouse, keyboard, radiator or touch of the microphone.

What You Get: 1 x condenser microphone, 1 x shock mount, 1 x foldable mic tripod, 1 x pop filter, 1 x USB Type-C to USB-A 2.0 Cable, 1 x manual. Note: It is compatible with Macs, PCs, PS4 and iPad (an adapter is required), not compatible with Phones and Xbox.

Best of both worlds: professional handheld dynamic microphone with USB digital output for connecting to a computer and XLR analog output for connecting to a mixer, audio interface or portable PA system

Sound your best: dynamic microphone capsule with a cardioid pickup pattern captures sound from in front of the microphone and less from the side and rear, minimizing ambient sounds and other room noises for podcasting, home recording or voiceover work. It also reduces possible feedback in live performance settings

Hear the mix: onboard 1/8" (3. 5mm) headphone jack allows for zero-latency monitoring, so you can hear yourself without any delay or echo, plus a mix of your computer audio playback. Solid, die-cast construction with heavy gauge mesh grille

Start Recording: The Q2U is a plug-and-play device, meaning it doesn’t need any special drivers to work with your computer. Just connect the microphone to your computer, launch your favorite audio software, and start recording.

It’s All in the Box: The Q2U Recording and Podcasting Pack includes everything you need to start recording great sounding projects: an extended desktop stand with mic clip that positions the microphone close to the sound source, a pop-filter for reducing p-pops, and USB and XLR cables.

Studio grade recording without the price tag: Desktop or stand mounted condenser microphone with superior audio performance for crystal clear audio capture

Keeping your recording on point: Directional cardioid mic capsule perfect for podcast recording, gaming, studio recording and streaming

Sound you can trust: Smooth, wide ranging frequency response (20 to 20,000 hertz) captures the full audible spectrum

Hear every detail: High sensitivity and low signal to noise ratio records every subtle nuance of your source audio

Everything you need for perfect audio capture, anywhere: Includes windscreen, shock mount, desktop tripod stand and xlr cable; Compact and lightweight form factor for portable audio capture

【Easy to Setup】 You just need to install the boom arm, attach the mic, plug it into computer and you are good to go. This computer microphone kit can fully compatible with most operating system such as Windows and Mac OS. No extra driver, no sound card, no waiting. Which makes it easy to record your youtube video right away. Great gift for gamers and youtubers.

【Clean and Smooth】 The cardioid pickup pattern and clear frequency response will deliver clean and uninterrupted sound in a variety of settings, such as streaming, singing, voice over, etc. You’ll be recording natural audio and synced up to Discord, Adobe Audition, and Streamlabs OBS with ease. The double shielding USB cable effectively reduces the interference and statics.

【Adjustable Arm Stand】 Mounts tight to the desk, you could easily extend the usb boom mic near you. You could also push the mic down to get it out of the way of the video screen during live podcast. Perfect for your lil home studio. The included portable tripod stand and foam cover are very helpful if you intended on traveling a lot.

【Dual Layer Pop Filter】The pop filter with sturdy gooseneck not only reduces plosive sounds hitting the desk mic , but also makes the sound silky smooth without muffling it or distorting it in anyway. The podcast usb microphone kit saves you a lot of time editing of pops and noises on your audio files. And it helps to keep moisture off the mic, which preserves your equipment.

【Sturdy Mic Kit Combo】 The complete set comes with a rugged condenser mic, strong acissor arm stand, metal shock mount (with metal threading), pop filter, foam mic windscreen, table mounting clamp, tripod stand (a great bonus), 98’’ USB-B to USB-A Cable and great customer service. ◆◆The table mounting clamp could be attached to the desk whose thickness is up to 2 inch.◆◆

【Widely Compatibility】This gaming mic with boom arm works flawlessly with many applications. Kindly remind that you need to disable the sound activated recording function of the application (like "Automatically adjust volume" of Zoom) if you do not want your recording volume to decrease or jump around. (◆◆Incompatible with Xbox.◆◆)

Plug and Play: With USB A to B cable, TONOR Q9 microphone is easy to connect with both Mac and Windows computer, no need any extra driver software or sound card. It is perfect for podcasting, music/video recording, live streaming, gaming or online chatting. Note: This microphone is compatible with PS4, but not compatible with Xbox.

Great Sound of Fidelity: Equipped with a 16mm large diaphragm, wide frequency response (20Hz to 20KHz) and professional sound chipset, Q9 microphone provides a perfect combination of clarity, warmth, extended dynamic range and high SPL capability. The cardioid condenser capsule enables the Q9 to capture pristine and accurate sound and cancel noise from surroundings, perfect for recording and communicating.

User-friendly Design: With a convenient volume button, TONOR Q9 recording microphone is much easier for you to use. In working status, short press for adjusting mic volume level, 3s long press for turning off the microphone.

Durable Boom Stand: The Q9 microphone has a sturdy all-metal suspension scissor stand that extends vertically up to 27.5"/700mm, giving you an excellent range of motion. Maximum desk thickness: 1.7"/45mm.

Complete Mic Set: Package includes a condenser microphone, metal shock mount, adjustable suspension scissor arm stand, desk mount clamp, pop filter, foam mic cover, 1.8M USB A to B cable and manual. All premium accessories are contained in one package, which makes the TONOR Q9 to be your most secure choice!

Plug and Play: With a USB 2.0 data port, the TC-777 is plug and play, no any additional driver is required. Ideal for conference, distance learning, streaming, chatting, podcasting, recording, Zoom, Skype, YouTube video, etc.

Cardioid Pickup Pattern: This mic has a cardioid pickup pattern that captures the clear, smooth and crisp sound in front of the microphone and suppresses unwanted background noise.

Easy to Install: Without any assembly, only need to unfold the three-legged stand directly and adjust the position of the pop filter, then it can be plug and play.

Versatility: The shock mount can be unscrewed and attached to a boom stand with 5/8'' threaded insert directly. Note: If the threaded insert your stand comes with is 3/8'', then the 3/8'' female to 5/8'' male threaded screw adapter is needed (not included).

What You Get: 1 x Microphone with Power Cord(1.5m), 1 x Foldable Mic Tripod, 1 x Mini Shock Mount, 1 x Pop Filter and 1 x Manual. (Note: It is not compatible with Xbox.)

✔ Smooth Recording & Clear Sound for podcasting, chatting, recording vocals - Built-in high-performance CMTECK CCS2.0 SMART CHIP can effectively block the background noise

✔ Compact Design with adjustable neck - convenient using, suitable for podcasting, YouTube, Twitch, Skype, FaceTime, Gaming and more（Cable length: 6ft）

✔ USB Plug&Play - built-in sound card, no drivers to install, hassle-free installation, well compatible with Windows(7, 8, and 10), Mac OS, and PS4.(NOT compatible with Raspberry Pi/Android）

✔ Unique Blue LED light gives you a great visual effect, you can turn it on/off with a switch

✔ Mute Button with LED Indicator - Quickly mute/unmute your microphone, and the built-in Indicator LED lights to tell you the working status(Green Light: Connected/Working; RED Light: Mute Mode)

🎤 PROFESSIONAL RECORDING QUALITY : Premium usb condenser microphone offers pristine and accurate capture without static noise.Desktop microphone with a large 14 mm diaphragm and smooth,flat frequency response of 50Hz-18KHz delivers professional crystal clear sound and strong bass response.High-quality microphone for podcast ensure your exquisite sound reproduces on the internet,it great for communicating,creating and recording.

🎤 CARDIOID AND BIDIRECTIONAL PATTERNS : Cardioid mode captures your voice properly that are derectly in front of the pc microphone,produce clear smooth and crisp sound.Cardioid recording microphone perfect for podcasting,gaming,streaming,youtube,Skype calls,vocals and instrument.Bidirectional mode picks up sound from both the front and rear of the computer microphone,but not the sides.Ideal for two-person podcasts,face-to-face interviews,conference.

🎤 EASY TO CONTROLS & LED LIGHTING EFFECT : USB microphone for computer with volume control allows easy input level adjustment.Powerful 3.5mm headphone jack on the underside of the gaming microphone for zero-latency monitoring.One-key mute button you can control the recording process at any time.LED indicator is easy to use and handy.Blue:Cardioid Mode,Green:Bidirectional Mode,Red:Mute.(Long press the mute button to turn off LED indicator light).

🎤 PLUG AND PLAY & DETACHABLE POP FILTER : The condenser singing mic start recording quickly and easily with driver free opration.Gmaing mic with USB or type C port,it strong compatible with PC Computer PS4 Xbox Phone Laptop MAC or Windows.Professional microphone comes with compatible thicken pop filter,it effectively reduce the popping sounds that improves the sound quality and protecting your studio microphone equipment.

🎤 WHAT YOU GET & PRODUCT WARRANTY : Desk microphone set including : 1 x USB Condenser Mic,1 x Desktop Stand,1 x Pop Filter,1 x 5/8" to 3/8" Screw Adapter, 1 x 86.6 Inch USB-C to USB A/C Cable, 1 x User Manual.PRPAR products provide one year warranty and excellent customer service to ensure a better shopping experience.So please rest assured to phurse our vocal microphone!

HI-FI AUDIO: Give your recordings, streaming, and calls a professionally crisp touch. With a high sensitivity of -38db and omni-directional pick-up, this 3.5mm condenser mic captures the full spectrum of your voice or instruments to make for truly immersive audio.

REDUCE BACKGROUND NOISE: While other computer microphones ruin audio with background noise and static, ours stands out with an anti-noise feature and a mic muff for even greater clarity. This means impressive sound isolation even in noisy environments.

COMPLEMENT YOUR PASSION: Use this as a streaming microphone, PC mic for gaming, laptop microphone for YouTube videos, Skype microphone for video conferencing, podcast microphone, or a home studio microphone to record your singing, instruments, or voice-overs.

EASY PLUG & PLAY: No software needed. Whether you have a windows PC or Mac, iPhone or Android smartphone, iPad or other tablets, our 3.5mm microphone works without a hitch. We’ve included a 3.5mm audio cable and 3.5mm headphone mic adapter to suit most devices.

ADJUSTABLE TRIPOD STAND: Hit the audio sweet spot by properly positioning the external microphone for laptop using the tripod desktop microphone stand. This microphone is capable recording and streaming audio that matches mics 7X its price.