![]() For your first microphone you likely want something plug-and-play through USB (rather than XLR with a separate interface) for less than £100. I personally use an Audio-Technica ATR2100x-USB which retails for around £80. Here are some samples from the Audio-Technica ATR2100x and the Blue Yeti: It supports both USB-C and XLR outputs as well as zero latency monitoring so you can hear yourself and ensure you're sounding okay. Which sound you prefer will obviously differ dependant on personal taste but the ATR2100x has the edge for me. While the built in pre-amp is a little noisier than the Yeti's, I think it sounds a little more natural and less "digital" in comparison. I think it's also clear that in my untreated home office that a lot more echo can be heard on the Blue Yeti due to its sensitivity as a condenser microphone.įor more info on microphones I highly recommend checking out Marco Arment's Mega-Review which also goes into detail on XLR interfaces and more expensive alternatives to the Audio-Technica. Once you have a microphone you're ready to start recording but there's a few little extras that will make your life easier and likely improve the quality of your podcast in the long run. Whichever mic you choose, it will likely come with a stand but they're usually pretty short and will sit right next to the keyboard and mouse you'll need to use while recording. The first step to improving the output from your mic is to get it closer to your mouth. I use one from Neewer that was under £20, clips to my desk and means I can push my mic out of the way when not recording. My Neewer boom arm and Audio-Technica ATR2100xĪs you can see, I also use a wind filter (or you could use a pop filter) which helps remove the odd plosive that are an absolute pain to get out in post.
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