We've rounded up the best microphones that will help you sound great while streaming and gaming with friends.

Platforms like Twitch are used in most cases for streaming video from games. Now this is not just a hobby - for most it has become a professional occupation. To get started, you need quality equipment. Today we will share with you our thoughts on the best microphones for streaming video games on Twitch or similar sites.

The sound quality of the microphone is a deep rabbit hole. But the truth is that gamers and streamers don't need studio microphones, they just want something better than a pop-up plastic mic attached to your headset. Sound quality is very important, as is ease of use, customizability, and price. We looked at more than just which mic will give you radio sound - we looked at which mics are actually the best for streaming and gaming with friends.

While some streamers use their gaming headset's microphone, having a dedicated dedicated microphone will provide much better audio quality. Blue's Yeti microphone is still a crowd favorite after months at the top of the charts, which makes sense as it's the best mic for the money.

If you're using a standalone microphone while gaming, check out our guide on best headphones, which offer better sound quality than any other gaming headset.

Even with new tests and re-tests, the Blue Yeti microphone remains the best microphone for gaming and streaming. It is actually very good that professional users choose it to create high-end products.

Best Microphone – Blue Yeti

Advantages:

• Fantastic sound quality
• High sensitivity
• Inexpensive for what it sounds like

Flaws:

• Captures keyboard and mouse sounds

There are many things to love about Blue Yeti: it's easy to set up, it has low price compared to other microphones with the same sound quality and of course it sounds great. But him best feature for streaming is its sensitivity. The distance from the microphone and whether you speak directly into it or not can have a huge impact on the quality of the sound. The foam padding at the bottom of the support doesn't do much to dampen vibrations from the desk, but the shape and size of the Yeti meant that I was able to find a suitable location for it without hassle. The Yeti did a fantastic job no matter where I placed it.

In ideal conditions, your microphone should be positioned 15-20 centimeters from your mouth, and the pop filter should muffle any noise from your breathing. But unfortunately, you can't always play in ideal conditions. If you place a microphone 15 centimeters from your mouth, it will likely end up blocking part of the screen from between your hands. Buying a microphone pendant mount won't cost you much, but for most it's an overkill that will still force you to sit up straight so you can talk directly into the microphone the whole time. When you're streaming or gaming for long periods of time, being able to lean back, shift, and rest is essential.

This is where the Yeti outshone the other microphones I tested. I don't want the microphone to sit awkwardly between my hands or block part of the screen, so I usually move it to the side at arm's length. At this distance, some mics start to sound tinny or echoy when you turn up the gain to compensate for the distance, but the Yeti behaves differently. While his older brother Blue Yeti Pro is better only sounded at a distance of 15 centimeters, the regular Yeti outperformed it at longer distances. That's not to say the Yeti sounds bad up close; on the contrary, it's almost always capable of delivering good sound quality even when not placed in the perfect spot on my desk. This is an incredibly important feature considering that we are all different.

The only thing the Yeti had problems with was its tendency to pick up keyboard and mouse sounds. The foam layer was able to mitigate this drawback a little, but when I accidentally hit the table with my foot or abruptly put down a cup, the sound was still quite loud. In the end, I placed a thick piece of cloth under the microphone, which almost completely eliminated these vibrations. It's unlikely that this problem is unique to the Yeti, since the fabric has helped almost every microphone I've tested in this way. Until you hang up the mount, vibrations will be a constant problem when placing a microphone on your desk.

Another nice feature of the Yeti is that its widest point is its base, meaning I didn't have to worry too much about the times the microphone bumped into any obstructions on my desk. This microphone definitely has substance over form - the Yeti will never win the "world's most beautiful microphone" award, even though it now comes in three different colors. It does what it's supposed to do and doesn't get in your way. There were very few times when I couldn't find a good place for the Yeti.

You can definitely pay more to get better sound quality, but Blue Yeti does everything a streamer or just someone playing with friends needs. If you plan to deal with constant shaking or are planning to install a microphone in a studio, then you may want to spend more money on your microphone. But the Yeti sounds great for its price in any situation the average gamer or streamer would encounter.

Best Detachable Microphone – AntLion ModMic (Unidirectional)

Advantages:

• Very easy to use
• Surprisingly good sound quality
• Inexpensive
• Doesn't pick up keyboard/mouse sounds
• Not as good as a stand mic

Flaws:

• Requires the use of headphones

For some of you, your desk might be...well, a little cluttered. Making room for a microphone on a stand in such cases can be quite difficult. This is where lavalier microphones come in, and the AntLion ModMic is the best I've used. It attaches to your headphones like a headset's built-in microphone, but its sound quality is much better. Plus, it's incredibly easy to install.

Most small headset microphones like the ModMic don't have very clear sound, but that's because they're usually part of headphones. In such cases, the sound of the headphones takes precedence over the quality of the microphone, but ModMic does not have this problem. This microphone was designed to be a good microphone and nothing more. And as a result, this is a really good microphone. While it doesn't sound as good as a stand mic like the Yeti Blue, it probably sounds better than any other microphone attached to headphones.

Unfortunately, it's located a few centimeters from your mouth, which means loud sighs and whistling "s"s will cause noise and distortion. This is not a problem with the ModMic specifically, but with all microphones placed close to the lips. Using the pop filter – the only way fix it, but it won't help with the headset microphone. Otherwise, ModMic does an incredible job of muting the vast majority of background noise, including almost all mouse and keyboard keystrokes.

Another quality of the ModMic is its fairly simple way of attaching to headphones. You attach a magnetic mount with adhesive tape to the base of the headphones, and then attach a microphone to it. The use of a magnet means you can completely detach the microphone from the headphones at any time, leaving only a small black attachment. I liked knowing that I could still use my headphones as simple headphones if I wanted. This took away the worry of something sticking to my headphones forever.

AntLion ModMic is more suitable for gaming voice chat than for streaming, since here sound quality and noise will not be so important. This is a fantastic quality microphone for the price and can be particularly useful if you have high quality headphones but need a microphone. Is not the best choice, if you're doing a podcast or live broadcast, but this is the perfect microphone to make sure your teammates can hear you perfectly.

Best Budget Microphone – Zalman ZM-Mic1

Advantages:

• Ridiculously cheap
• Better than most headset microphones

Flaws:

• Picks up ambient noise

I didn't expect to make a "budget microphone" category when I started testing. The easiest budget solution is to use a headset microphone, although this is probably terrible. But then I tried the Zalman ZM-Mic1 and was shocked that you could get such a miracle for only $10(7). The ZM-Mic1 isn't a top-notch microphone, but I'm willing to bet it's a significant improvement over the headset you're currently using. Its value for money is so impressive that it definitely had to be mentioned on this list.

I want to be clear - there are a ton of microphones out there with better sound quality than the ZM-Mic1. This mic certainly sounds great, but since it clips onto the headphone cord, my voice comes out pretty quiet. The distance of the microphone means that it must be more sensitive, making it easier to pick up background noise. It wasn't as noticeable when I was in a quiet house, but if you're surrounded by other people and there's something loud going on nearby, it might be audible.

But in the right place and with correct settings The volume of the voice quality is impressive. There's no breathing noise or loud "s" noises that you might hear from a headset microphone. It's far from studio quality, but you can use this microphone to record a podcast. It wouldn't be fair to compare it to the best options: it's not the most amazing microphone, but it's amazing for the price.

If you're looking for a great microphone at a reasonable price, take a look at the Blue Yeti or AntLion ModMic above. But if you just want something better than a built-in headset microphone at the lowest price, the Zalman ZM-Mic1 is your best bet. You'll usually have to spend more money to upgrade your microphone, but this is great quality for just a cocktail price.

How we test microphones

It's important to understand that gamers have slightly different microphone standards and needs than most of us. When using a microphone, we understand that the sound will be compressed and transmitted over the Internet, so in any case we will lose more in quality than if we recorded the sound in a studio. While sound quality is very important, it is not the only thing that plays an important role in microphones for gaming and streaming. Here are the criteria we used to evaluate our microphones:

Recording quality

Of course, I said that sound quality isn't everything, but it's still the most important factor when testing a microphone. The most important thing, at the end of the day, is to find a microphone that allows you to sound good. We tested the mics in a variety of programs and settings, although we primarily tested them in "cardioid" mode when available. This mode is designed to record only what is in front of the microphone and is used 99% of the time you play or stream. You also need to know how much noise and keyboard clicks your microphone picks up.

Sensitivity

Everyone has different jobs and setup requirements, so it's important that the microphone performs well in several different situations. If a mic sounds better than all the others combined, but only when placed on a suspended mic stand with a shock-absorbing mount placed squarely 15 centimeters from your mouth, it's hard to recommend it. You want a microphone that sounds great in all circumstances and can adapt to how you intend to use it so you can play comfortably and sound great.

Design

It's not a fashion show, but the design still matters. If your microphone is on a stand, you'll be looking at it every time you sit at your desk, so you need to make sure it doesn't distract you too much. The design of the microphone can also play a significant role when considering the sensitivity of the microphone as you need to find a suitable location for it. We used each microphone with different settings, different PCs, keyboards and monitors, getting an idea of ​​how they performed in each environment. If you're a streamer, your microphone will also be in the audience's field of view, so it's appearance has the meaning.

Price

Of course, gamers will always try to get better quality for less money. It's easy to get lost in the deep, dark forest of the audio world, and even easier to spend a ridiculous amount of time and money choosing the best microphone. But we don't need studio equipment, so price is an important factor when considering how good a certain microphone is. You can keep looking for better and better quality at a higher price, but being within a gamer's budget is important to us. Price is one of the key factors when comparing different options. In my search for the best microphone, I looked at everything in the $50 to $150 (35 to 105) price range. The Blue Yeti was more expensive, but it was worth it.

Competitors and future tests

We weren't able to test enough "high-end" gaming and streaming microphones to make a final choice in this category, but there are a few good options listed below. It's important to note how we defined "high-end" because you could spend thousands of dollars on incredible studio-quality microphones. For me, this is not an indicator of “high class”, because none of us need that level of streaming. We tested and selected every microphone with this in mind, so we want to offer options for those who want to spend not a lot of money, but improve the quality by a lot. new level. Ideally, a high-end microphone for gaming and streaming will cost between $200 (140) and $300 (210), and that's still a lot less than you could spend.

Razer Seiren Pro

The Razer Seiren Pro is a really good microphone, but too expensive for its quality. There are other options that cost much less. However, like most Razer products, it looks good and has good functionality. Razer also makes some nice and useful additions for the Seiren, including an attachable pop filter for $25 (18), so that makes this mic highly recommended if you plan on tinkering with the settings. Additionally, the Pro version's XLR connectors will allow you to plug it into your mixing console if you're using higher quality settings.

Audio Technica ATR2500-USB

The Audio Technica ATR2500-USB is a decent microphone available at a fairly reasonable price, but it does have a few shortcomings that make it less than ideal for gaming and streaming. First, it is very quiet when you use it from a distance, which means it needs to be positioned close to your mouth. And everything would be fine if the tripod it comes with didn’t take up so much space on the desktop. And his led indicator“on” is the brightest LED, from which I experienced irritation, as soon as I placed it at a distance of 20 centimeters from my face. It feels like Audio Technica has enslaved the star and is keeping her at the front of the microphone. I had to cover this indicator with duct tape while using it to avoid squinting, and even then I could see its bright light. It sounds good, but it's not a mic I'd want on my desk all the time.

As I mentioned above, the Blue Yeti Pro is definitely superior to the Yeti if you place it 15-20 centimeters from your mouth, but it performed much worse when placed a little further away - which is understandable given that the Pro is more intended for use in a studio environment. This is a great option if you want to upgrade to a higher quality level, but it's quite expensive (usually around $230 (161), although some of it can be purchased at a discount) for a microphone that doesn't perform top-notch in all situations. However, the XLR connectors located at the bottom may be necessary if you plan to use any kind of mixing console.

Blue Snowball

Blue makes great microphones, so the Blue Snowball is a good option, but spending a little more money can get you a much better microphone, the Yeti. This is the same problem I mentioned when discussing the Zalman ZM-Mic1; If you're looking to improve the quality of your microphone, it's not always worth buying a budget option. A good quality mic can make all the difference, and the Snowball, while good, is at that weird point where the best solution It would be better to buy a microphone that is more expensive or cheaper.

Other microphones

I heard good feedback about the Shure PG42-USB, but Shure told me that they no longer make this microphone, which means it will likely be very hard to find, making it pointless to test it, much less recommend it. I also looked at the Marshall MXL AC-404, but that mic is more geared towards conferences, so its sensitivity and design pretty quickly ruled it out of this list.

While some of the microphones listed above come with stands, mounts, and pop filters, not all do. And some of them come with very cheap, flimsy attributes that will break after a while.

Microphone with shock absorber, pop filter and acoustic screen.

Many gamers don't consider these accessories necessary, but they should be there. The good news is that most accessories are relatively inexpensive.

Pop filter

This accessory is essential for almost any microphone. Although some microphones block better sounds wind and crackling, but nothing is perfect.

A pop filter is attached to the microphone.

To prevent unpleasant sounds while recording or streaming, it is highly recommended to purchase a pop filter or windscreen. This is a simple piece of cloth that is placed in front of the microphone to filter out noise and wind coming through the microphone input.

Stand or microphone stand

Only a few models on my list come with a stand. And not all of them are strong and reliable. A good stand or mic stand is another important item for any Twitch streamer.

Microphone for Blue streaming on a stand.

The use of each holder comes down to personal preference. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. For example, the microphone stand is subject to vibrations caused by typing.

Shock absorber

If you plan on having your microphone attached to a stand or on a stand, you will need small device, called a shock absorber.

This is a special housing that is used to significantly reduce sound interference caused by vibrations. In other words, your microphone won't pick up noise, clicks, or interference when you hit the stand, move it, or someone stomps nearby, sending shock waves through whatever is holding the microphone. This is an important accessory for many streamers because most people use gaming chairs that roll around on the floor, throwing controllers, typing on a keyboard located on the same desk as the microphone, and so on.

Even the best microphone for streaming is not able to block 100% of the sound caused by vibrations. However, using a shock absorber will greatly reduce the chance of interference affecting your audio signal.

Why spend big money on a microphone for streaming?

If you plan to make a career and make money from streaming or recording videos in games, then you need to have good equipment to create quality content. One of the most important elements is your microphone.

Viewers want to hear the streamer or vlogger without turning up the volume or trying to decipher words between noises and hisses. If your viewers encounter these problems, they may immediately leave your channel and never come back to it.

To avoid this problem, you need to invest in a good microphone for streaming. A good microphone gives you the ability to play games or communicate with fans directly without worrying about your viewers complaining about poor sound quality.

If you spend a lot of time computer games There's a good chance you're playing at least one multiplayer game. It doesn't matter if it's a MOBA, a first-person shooter, or an indie game, you need a microphone so you can talk to other players and coordinate your actions. It is not at all necessary that your microphone be professional; sufficient quality can be achieved from a much cheaper and more practical model.

There are no very expensive solutions in our selection, because expensive microphones are created for other purposes. It is enough for us that the microphone conveys your speech well and does not produce noticeable interference or distortion on the air. It should also be easy to use.

Blue Snowball

If you're looking for a good microphone at a reasonable price that looks great and unique, check out the Blue Snowball. The peculiarity of the microphone is that it is able to lower the sensitivity level so as to transmit extraneous noise that surrounds you to the air with a minimum volume. I’ll say right away that the microphone is not very suitable for professional work or for dubbing videos, but it is quite enough to transmit your speech in the game, and it also received an official Discord quality certificate.

Blue Snowball is a microphone with basic capabilities if you need more high quality sound, check out the famous Blue Yeti microphone. I've been using Snowball for quite some time and I can say that it does its job perfectly.

pros:

• Inexpensive;
• Good voice quality;
• Received an official Discord certificate;
• USB connection.

Minuses:

• Limited range of tasks;
• In some cases, a pop filter may be needed.

AntLion ModMic

AntLion ModMic has become somewhat of a standard for the gaming industry for quite some time. For the first time this microphone appeared in a set with the Audio-Technica ATH-AD700 in 2011; since then it has been sold annually in confident quantities and has not lost its popularity. What is his secret? Probably the fact that it is easy to attach to almost any headphones.

But the AntLion ModMic has one feature that may not appeal to everyone - they are attached to the headphones using glue. Those. you take your favorite headphones that you listen to and think are great, and glue a small mount to one of their earcups into which you insert the microphone itself. If you don't need the microphone, you can detach it from the mount, but the mount itself will always be glued to the headphones. This is probably not the best way to ruin the body of headphones that cost several hundred, or even thousands, of dollars. But you will get a unique mix: excellent headphones and a good microphone.

If you're ready to glue a microphone to your headphones, the AntLion ModMic is a great option because... it conveys the voice of your interlocutors very well.

pros:

• Connects to any headphones;
• Modular design (can be detached from the headphones at any time);
• There is a microphone mute button.

Minuses:

• Cannot be used without headphones, because The microphone does not have any included way to mount it on a table or anything else.

V-Moda BoomPro Mic

The detachable V-Moda BoomPro Mic is perfect for those whose headphones have a detachable cable. This microphone is an intermediate link between the sound source and the headphones. It connects to the 3.5 mm headphone jack and is itself a cable that connects to the sound source.

If you are lucky enough to have headphones with a detachable cable, I recommend paying attention to the V-Moda BoomPro Mic. The quality of speech transmission is at a good level, the voice does not distort, background noise is kept to a minimum. And it's not expensive.

But if your headphones do not have a detachable cable, this microphone will not work.

pros:

• Connects to headphones via a 3.5 mm jack;
• Compact dimensions;
• Removable;
• Price.

Minuses:

• Only suitable for those whose headphones have a detachable cable.

Audio-Technica ATR2500

This is the best microphone in today's selection. The quality of speech transmission is enough even for or. The Audio-Technica ATR2500 is a cardioid USB microphone that works great without any fiddly setup, just take it out of the box, plug it in, set the volume to your desired volume and that's it. Rest assured, your party members will thank you very much for the fact that from you, except for a clear and clear voice, no more interference is heard.

If your budget allows you to buy an Audio-Technica ATR2500, feel free to take this step, I’m sure you will be satisfied.

pros:

• Excellent voice quality;
• Compatible with any computer that has a USB output;
• USB connection.

Minuses:

• Many people may be put off by the price;
• The microphone is not compact, so you should think in advance about how you will install it on your desktop.

Zalman ZM-MIC1

Zalman ZM-MIC1 is the most affordable copy in today's selection. This is a clip-on microphone that needs to be attached to your clothes. In many situations this is really convenient. However, miracles do not happen and this microphone performs worse than any other in our selection. But even this will ensure that your voice transmission quality is sufficient for your interlocutor to hear you clearly and clearly. True, the quality of speech transmission will largely depend on what sound card is connected to your computer. Therefore, if your computer uses an audio codec built into the motherboard, the quality may be below average.

But the Zalman ZM-MIC1 costs very little money, and when connected to a good sound card it can give you acceptable quality.

pros:

• Price;
• In many cases, the clothespin fastening method can be very convenient.

Minuses:

• The quality greatly depends on the sound card into which the microphone is connected.

Choosing a microphone is an extremely difficult task, since in this very specific equipment, price is not always synonymous with quality. There are many affordable models that produce sound that is an order of magnitude more expensive than their cost, and frankly overpriced devices that are not worth the money. In this TOP 10 we have collected the best microphones for a computer from all price categories, buying any of which you cannot go wrong.

No. 10 – Sven MK-490

Price: 500 rubles

Sven MK-490 is a cheap microphone for a computer that covers the basic needs of a budget-conscious and not too picky gamer. This model consists of a stand and a microphone mounted on a flexible stem. There is also a mute button on the case. Simple, convenient and practical.

The downside is that the mute button gets stuck over time. Also, many users complain about low sensitivity and background noise, but the microphone itself is capable of producing very clear sound (for such a price, of course). Problems may arise for those who use a cheap sound card (built into the motherboard, for example). But the problem of low volume when recording is solved by adjusting the levels in the sound settings, and background noise in most cases is not critical.

No. 9 – DEXP U500

Price: 1200 rubles

This microphone is quite suitable for recording sound for YouTube videos, but to achieve a satisfactory result on almost any recording you will have to pore over it in Audition or another specialized program. This is largely due to the fact that this model is very sensitive when recording sound, and therefore you will often have to remove extraneous sounds from the background. However, this is a plus, since in online battles there is no need to constantly lean towards the micro.

DEXP U500, positioned as a gaming solution and has a backlight that can be turned off. The legs of the stand hold the entire structure well, but quickly become covered with fingerprints. Pros: clear sound, noise reduction, high sensitivity. Cons: Breathing is audible on the recording. It is also worth noting that the device is connected via USB, and not to a sound card.

No. 8 - Trust MICO USB

Price: 2200 rubles

This model is well suited for streaming and recording videos on YouTube, especially for beginners, since its price is very reasonable. Yes, this is not a studio microphone, but record decent sound it's easy enough. The design is very light, the dimensions are miniature, so you can place the microphone even on a relatively small table.

No. 7 - BM800

Price: from 900 to 3000 rubles

It’s worth mentioning right away that this model is sold under different brands on AliExpress and others. Chinese stores, which is why its cost differs greatly. Quality can also vary, so you should always carefully study reviews in online stores. Owners claim that the BM800 often has recording problems low frequencies, however, the overall sound quality is compared by many to professional studio microphones.

Pros: sound quality without processing is extremely affordable price. Cons: poor build quality. You also need to check with the seller what version of the microphone he sells - with or without a battery. The second option is preferable, since it records much higher quality sound, but requires phantom power.

#6 – Asus ROG Strix Magnus

Price: 11800 rubles

Asus ROG Strix Magnus is an option for those who have been overpaying for a true gaming product. The microphone is positioned as a gaming microphone and it is indeed extremely convenient when communicating with teammates, but using it only for voice chat would be extremely wasteful. An interesting streamer option that compares favorably with studio solutions of similar cost due to its small size and ease of use, and also gives you +100 coolness in the frame.

Pros: convenience, functionality and quality. Cons: expensive, the sound quality is not up to par with similarly priced studio models, and the noise reduction mode is not the most effective.

No. 5 – Samson Meteor Mic

Price: 6000 rubles

This microphone is a worthy alternative to studio solutions for amateur recording. You can use Meteor Mic both for streaming and recording videos on YouTube, and for recording vocals, because the purity of the sound allows it. The body is made of metal, which gives the structure weight, reliability and aesthetic appearance. The build quality is at a very decent level.

The only downside that can be highlighted is, perhaps, too high sensitivity, especially to hissing sounds, but this can be easily corrected by both proper settings before recording and processing after it. One of best models, which can be chosen in this price segment.

No. 4 – Trust GXT 252+ Emita Plus

Price: 12,000 rubles

Trust GXT 252+ Emita Plus is a set of everything you need for streaming and dubbing videos on YouTube. The connection is USB, which allows you to use this microphone on any PC or laptop, regardless of what audio card is installed in it. Due to the cardioid polar pattern, the microphone allows you to record high-quality sound without background noise.

Pros: rich equipment, including a clamp for attaching to a table, a spider suspension and a good pop filter. In other words, this is a ready-made option for recording. Of the minuses, nothing can be highlighted here except the lack of mobility, but this device does not try to be that at all.

#3 – Razer Seiren X

Price: 9000 rubles

The Razer Seiren X is a compact condenser-type USB gaming microphone that is a great addition to a streamer's PC. Like all Razer products, this device is promoted with maximum pathos, but in this case it is justified. Let's start with the fact that the Seiren X is a supercardioid microphone. Translated into human language, this is a microphone with an extremely narrow sound capture area, which makes it possible to record the highest quality speech without background noise, which is especially important if you are a streamer. Check out the sneak peek below and check out the sound quality of this baby.

Pros: compactness and mobility, shockproof, reasonable (relative to other Razer products) price, cool design and recording quality. Cons: poor equipment, no compatibility with PlayStation and Xbox.

No. 2 – Samson C01U PRO

Price: 8000 rubles

While surfing the Internet in search of information about this microphone, you will come across a huge number of Samson C01U PRO supporters calling it the best microphone in the world. And they are somewhat right, since the C01U is truly capable of producing the highest quality sound without forcing the user to fiddle with the settings too much.

Pros: crystal clear sound, excellent volume of recorded material, build quality and durability of the microphone, excellent value for money. Its only drawback may be that the microphone is very sensitive and diligently records absolutely all background sounds, if any, of course.

#1 - BLUE YETI

Price: 12,000 rubles

BLUE YETI is one of the most popular microphones among YouTube bloggers, which is well-known even among those who have never dealt with audio equipment. Its popularity this model deserved thanks to its excellent sound quality and ease of use. If you are not a manic perfectionist, you won’t have to configure anything; everything here works well out of the box, which is precisely what many inexpensive models lack. The user simply connects the microphone to the PC and records high-quality sound.

One of the nice features is the presence of several operating modes, one of which allows you to record two interlocutors sitting opposite each other without capturing extraneous noise. BLUE YETI is the best option for a streamer, a novice YouTuber, and just a person who decides to start voice recording.

Every gamer, without exception, knows how important a high-quality gaming microphone is for a computer. Thanks to it, your interlocutors will clearly hear information in the heat of gaming battles, and often this can turn the course of the fight in your favor. If you are tired of low-quality microphones that are built into the headset and have been thinking about buying a separate one for a long time, but did not know which model to choose, then our rating is what you need. Go.

No. 10 – Sven MK-490

Price: 230 rubles

The budget solution Sven MK-490 opens the rating. This is a desktop microphone with an output impedance of 32 ohms. You can turn it in any direction as it has a fairly flexible leg. It is worth considering that the Sven MK-490 has a wide directivity, so extraneous noise can affect the sound quality.

Since this is a cheap solution, the sensitivity of the microphone is noticeably lacking, it will be difficult to do without amplification, and this, as we know, often leads to noise. However, if you use it in conjunction with a separate sound card, the situation will be much more positive. In any case, for simple online sessions in the evening after working on Counter-Strike or Dota 2, it is quite enough.

No. 9 – Plantronics Audio 300

Price: 500 rubles

Plantronics Audio 300 is a very interesting inexpensive option from a company that is popular in the market sound devices. It has a pleasant design and high-quality parts. The design is reliable, so the microphone is perfect for careless users who like to drop the device on the floor. Plantronics Audio A300 has good sensitivity, so you don't have to lean close to it for the other person to hear what you say.

For the price it has virtually no flaws. The only thing that upsets me is that it doesn’t play well with speakers. Therefore, it is better to connect headphones while using it. Otherwise, this is by far one of the best microphones for gamers on a budget.

Plantronics Audio 300

No. 8 – DEXP U500

Price: 1,200 rubles

Many people criticize DEXP products, citing their incompetence and low quality of parts, but it is impossible to deny that the cheap DEXP U500 microphone will turn out to be quite tolerable. He has USB connection, and is also distinguished by its compactness - the device weighs only 100 grams. The cable length is 1.5 m, and the reproduced frequency range varies from 10 Hz to 10000 Hz, which will be enough for absolutely any player.

In addition to good technical capabilities, DEXP U500 has a modern design. Its body is made of metal and black plastic, which gives the device a brutal look. In addition, there is a backlight, a mute button and a built-in noise reduction system that can solve the problems of users connecting a microphone to the built-in sound card.

Trust GXT 210 USB

No. 6 – Trust MICO USB

Price: 2000 rubles

The Trust MICO USB omnidirectional microphone has a condenser sensor type and a frequency range from 50 Hz to 16000 Hz. Sensitivity is 45 dB, and sound pressure level is 115 dB. The design of the device includes a special stand that allows you to direct the microphone in the desired direction.

Trust MICO USB has received a lot of positive feedback from customers and has become the subject of a huge number of reviews. Of course, in terms of sound quality, it cannot compare with flagship solutions, but considering the price, no one demands this from it. At Trust MICO USB is good sensitivity and noise reduction technology, thanks to this your voice will be reproduced clearly and without interference.

No. 5 – BM800

Price: 1,200 rubles

The BM800 is a condenser microphone from AliExpress that is one of the most attractive solutions in terms of price and quality. He has quite a wide frequency response– from 20 Hz to 20000 Hz, as well as high standard sensitivity – 45 dB. The microphone comes with a sturdy stand.

BM800 refutes the statements of everyone who thinks that products from China from an unknown developer cannot be good. This microphone is capable of providing clear sound, and thanks to its high sensitivity, you don't have to lean close to it. The noise level when using it is minimal; when the gain is turned on, the situation worsens slightly, but not critically. In general, for users who talk a lot at the computer, this is definitely a good solution.

#4 – Razer Seiren X

Price: 8,600 rubles

One step away from the top three is a product from a company that is known to all gamers. The Razer Seiren X is a condenser microphone with a supercardioid polar pattern that significantly reduces background noise. The design includes a built-in mount that protects the microphone from shock and a power button. frequency range– from 20 Hz to 20000 Hz. Razer Seiren X weighs 383 grams.

Razer has long been considered a reputable developer among gamers, and in the case of this microphone, it once again confirmed that this is no coincidence. The fourth position in our rating is distinguished by excellent sensitivity and a proprietary aggressive design, which is characteristic of the products of the entire company. The Razer Seiren X is an excellent solution for any PC user who is faced with the task of recording voice in high quality.

No. 3 – Trust GXT 252+ EMITA PLUS (22400)

Price: 12,000 rubles

The premium microphone Trust GXT 252+ EMITA PLUS receives bronze. Of course, not everyone can afford it, but this is the case when the price is completely justified. Trust GXT 252+ EMITA PLUS is a condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. Frequency range – from 50 Hz to 16000 Hz. Sensitivity is at 45 dB.

The device comes with a stand, which significantly expands the possibilities for use. The case is made of plastic and metal, the color of the USB cable is black, the length is 1.8 meters. There are no complaints at all about the quality of voice recording demonstrated by the Trust GXT 252+ EMITA PLUS (22400). It is at the highest level and all your teammates or viewers on the stream will certainly notice it.

Trust GXT 252+ EMITA PLUS (22400)

No. 2 – Asus ROG Strix Magnus

Price: 11,000 rubles

Asus ROG Strix Magnus takes second place in our rating. It was released specifically for gamers. The microphone has three polar patterns: unidirectional, bidirectional and omnidirectional. The type of the device itself is capacitor, sensitivity is 35 dB, and the frequency range is from 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz.

Asus ROG Strix Magnus is distinguished not only by its excellent sound quality, but also by its ergonomics, as well as stylish design, which will appeal to all gamers. Sensitivity is customizable, so each user can choose individual parameters for it.

Asus ROG Strix Magnus

#1 – Razer Seiren Elite

Price: 17,000 rubles

The Razer Seiren Elite takes first place in the top gaming microphones. This is a dynamic type device with a cardioid pattern. Frequency range - from 20 Hz to 20000 Hz. The resistance is 16 ohms. Weight – 785 grams. The connection is made using a USB cable. From additional features There is wind protection, as well as a high-pass filter.

The Razer Seiren Elite is equipped with everything that a person who needs his voice to be recorded in maximum quality needs. Having purchased it, you can rest assured that the sound will always be clear, and you will say goodbye to background and noise completely. In addition to rich technical capabilities, the Razer Seiren Elite has an ascetic and minimalist design, which makes it fit perfectly on any desktop.

Razer Seiren Elite

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