How does a condenser microphone work? Long used in recording studios, condenser microphones have seen a boost in popularity recently, with the advent of vlogs and podcasts. This trend looks set to ...

Fig. 1: Diagrams from Wente’s 1916 patent application show the condenser microphone in cutaway view. Diaphragm (#6), which is grounded, is stretched only 5/10000th of an inch from the backplate (#7), ...

Sound quality is an essential ingredient in the mix for anyone who wants to produce a compelling podcast. Poor sound is one of the biggest turn-offs for listeners and a guaranteed way of ensuring your ...

If you want to start making great recordings at home, you're going to need a few things: an audio interface, a computer with decent storage (or a tape machine!) and a good condenser mic. I reviewed ...

Transform any XLR mic into a USB-C powerhouse with Shure’s MVX2U Gen 2. Learn how to elevate your on-the-go studio sound now!

IK Multimedia's iRig range has included microphones and audio interfaces in the past, but now the company has launched one device that combines the two, claiming that the iRig Stream Mic Pro is ...

This microphone is compact, easy to set up, and produces great audio. One of the best microphones for streaming at this price is also aesthetically pleasing and fits well on a gaming desktop. The ...

This tiny gadget from Shure can turn any XLR microphone into a USB model so it can record to a smartphone, laptop or tablet with your favorite pro-quality microphone.

Elgato's new Wave Next audio ecosystem includes free software, Stream Deck integration, and new microphones and audio interfaces with Wave FX Processors.

Before the internet, microphones were mostly considered devices used by musicians, DJs, and radio personalities. Times have changed. Whether you’re a musician, a YouTuber, or you have a podcast, if ...