Whether you’re a Twitch streamer or just someone who likes to sit down and play some Fortnite with a couple of friends on a weekend, you need a high quality gaming microphone. It can go a long way in improving your overall gaming and streaming experience.
That’s why we’ve selected some of the best gaming microphone as a perfect addition to your setup for you to check out.
Many gamers do agree that the flimsy little plastic microphone that comes with a lot of gaming headsets just doesn’t cut it when it comes to providing crisp, high quality audio while blurring out unnecessary background noise.
1. Blue Yeti Pro
Coming in at around $250, this is probably one of the highest end microphones out on the market. And though the high price can be a bit off putting, investing into this mic is definitely worth every penny.
The microphone itself comes with four different polar pattern settings, giving you a lot of control as to where you want your mic to focus when recording sound.
It comes with cardioid, stereo, unidirectional, and bidirectional so you have a lot of flexibility whether you’re trying to game casually or pull off some sort of high quality studio production level stream.
The Blue Yeti Pro also comes with a stylish stand and the mic itself has various buttons that allows you to control volume.
2. Blue Yeti USB
If the Blue Yeti Pro is outside of your budget but you still want crisp audio quality, than perhaps the Blue Yeti USB is the best gaming microphone for you.
Coming in at a more generous price of $150, the Blue Yeti USB also allows multiple pattern selections and has various audio control buttons on the microphone itself.
The microphone also comes with a slim stand that looks great on any desk or part of any setup.
Of course the lower price point does mean that the quality is just a little more lackluster when compared to the Pro version, but it is still a great mic regardless when compared to similar priced competitors.
Read also: Best Case Fans In 2018
3. Blue Snowball iCE
Many people consider the Blue Snowball iCE a “discount” Blue Yeti, but don’t let the low price of $49.99 fool you.
Though it lacks multiple sound patterns, meaning you’re restricted in terms of how well the mic can focus in on audio, the Blue Snowball iCE still works great as a condenser and is still amazing at reducing unwanted background noise.
This mic also doesn’t have “on-mic” volume controls, but its compactness and great portable size makes it a great addition.
4. Sony ECM-CS3
Now we’re really getting low in terms of price. Coming in at around $19, the Sony ECM-CS3 is imported straight from Japan and offers a really simple mic with very little controls.
However, though it lacks in flexibility of use, its stellar low price still offers decent sound quality that is great for leisurely gaming. It’s also extremely small, so small that you can clip it to your shirt without even noticing it.
The only downside is that this gaming microphone only offers omnidirectional pickup patterns, meaning that it will pick up sound from all sides, but this isn’t a problem for the casual gamer.
5. Antlion Audio ModMic 5
This is another highly portable mic that securely fastens onto any of your favorite headsets. Though it’s a bit more expensive than the Sony ECM (coming in at around $70), this modular mic is highly portable and excellent for gamers or streamers who are always on the move.
What many people love about this microphone is the amount of customization it has to offer. For starters, the pack comes with two different capsules, one for noise cancellation and the other for studio mode.
It also comes with numerous cable lengths, various clips, and a sturdy carrying case that offers great protection and water resistance. And best of all, the mic is extremely flexible, allowing you to contour the mic to your specific face shape.
6. V-Moda BoomPro Gaming Microphone
Like the Antlion, this is another great mic for those of you who already have a great gaming headset but want to add a bit more of a punch when it comes to microphone sound quality.
The body of the BoomPro Gaming Microphone is extremely flexible and fastens onto your headset rather comfortably.
The only downside to this mic is that it picks up on small vibrations a little too well, so if you go to adjust your headset it’ll definitely be picked up by the mic.
However, because it comes in at just below $30, there isn’t much to complain about.
7. Audio Technica AT2035
At a price of $160, this mic has a really high quality, adjustable shock mount making the setup a great addition for streamers or podcast hosts.
It also comes with an extra large, 10 foot cable if for some reason you’re recording audio to a machine that is a bit further away.
There is also a pop filter included, drastically improving audio quality and removing any annoying sounds that may come up while recording.
8. MXL Tempo
The MXL Tempo may not be the best gaming microphone but it’s perhaps one of the most stylish looking microphones out there. It comes with a vibrant red/black color combination.
It definitely looks great with any gaming setup and will definitely attract attention.
Coming in at around $80, this microphone is great for streamers and offers a richer reverb, helping your voice really stand out amongst all the other sounds from whatever game you’re playing.
9. Zalman ZM-Mic1
At around $20, this gaming mic is extremely small and perhaps the most portable out of all the mics listed so far. What many people like about this mic is just how simple and easy it is to use, with no complicated buttons or gimmicky stands.
On the other hand, this mic is really easy to forget about and is definitely not the most stylish, but is definitely a reliable mic if you just need some good sound quality.
10. Shure MV5
Last but not least, this $100 mic is also extremely small while looking quite stylish, giving a sort of retro feel. What sets this mic apart from the rest is that it can completely sync up to Apple products without the need for adaptors.
Of course it is also compatible with traditional Windows computers and offers incredible sound quality for the price.
Best gaming microphone to buy?
Out of all of the gaming mics listed above, I personally prefer the Blue Yeti Pro.
Although it’s really costly compared to some of the options in the market, the quality is definitely good enough for streaming and casual gaming.
It also records sounds from all directions, or limited directions according to your customization.
What’s great is that you have the option to actually customize how this Blue Yeti microphone works, be it for gaming or even for singing.
Related articles:
