Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Most professional microphones rely on the tried-and-trusted ...

Hosa Technology has debuted the new TRACKLINK Microphone to USB Interface. Designed to provide easy, direct access to software-based audio applications, the TRACKLINK is a 10-foot, XLR3F to USB Type A ...

If you’re a content creator and you have an XLR microphone, you don’t necessarily need to buy a USB microphone to interface with your computer for uses like streaming and podcasting. Shure’s got you ...

Now you can use your favorite XLR microphone anywhere and even record with it to an iPhone by using the new Shure MVX2U Gen 2, probably the smallest and lightest USB audio interface. Microphone giant ...

Let’s face it, audio can be a somewhat intimidating thing to the layperson. The likes of complex audio interfaces required for traditional high-quality XLR microphones has led to a rise in USB ...

USB microphones are fairly common, and often the top choice for streamers, gamers, and professionals alike. You can communicate with anyone via streaming apps and record your voice just as you would a ...

GEAR EXPO 2024: Microphones, audio interfaces and mixers are your studio signal chain essentials. Put simply, these are the items that enable you to record, mix and link up to your computer, and these ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. When it comes to making music, there are a lot of elements to consider – each of which have their ...

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Best microphones in 2026 for gaming, streaming, podcasting, and singing. Compare condenser and dynamic mics with USB vs XLR ...

Apogee's revamped ONE (US$349) is a 2 IN 2 OUT USB audio interface with a built-in microphone for Mac and now iOS, too. This means you can plug the interface into your Mac or straight into your iPhone ...

While the computer has become the centerpiece for the home recording studio, physically, it’s not designed to accept the inputs from microphones and musical instruments. To get your live performances ...