Best microphones for streaming on Twitch, YouTube…
On the other hand, it should be noted that in this sector there is a clear rule: cheap is expensive. With this we want to tell you to forget about a 20-euro microphone. Yes, it is true that it will serve you perfectly to get out of trouble, but if you are looking for more professional results, you will have to invest a little more money.
And it is that, when you are recording a streaming it is very important that the sound is clean and without a trace of background noise. Mainly because if your listeners don't understand what you're saying, they will stop following the stream. Now that the importance of choosing a good microphone has become clear so that your videos on Twitch, YouTube and other streaming platforms sound better than ever, let's take a closer look at what you need.
Available models
The range of possibilities when choosing a microphone is really wide. You can find cardioid, bidirectional, omnidirectional or shotgun solutions. Which do we recommend? Mainly a cardioid model. More than anything because these types of mics only pick up the sound in front of them, completely ignoring any side noise.
Thanks to this, you will have a plus of freedom so that you can move more comfortably without worrying about the microphone picking up ambient sound. We are talking about that moment when you want to open a can of soda, for example. Another important element is impedance. We are talking about the opposition to alternating current at the microphone output. The lower the impedance, the less bottleneck there will be. It is best to look for a model that offers a maximum impedance of 600 ohms.
We can't forget about the design of the streaming microphone. Here you have to bet on a robust model, since it can suffer some accidental blow during the broadcast, and better save yourself an unnecessary scare. Although it is not necessary from the beginning, it is advisable to have a model that has some anchoring system to be able to attach it to a mechanical arm. All the models that we have selected more than meet these requirements, so you will not have to worry about anything other than buying the model that you like the most.
Blue Yeti X
We start with what we think is the best microphone you can buy for rock-solid sound. Blue and his family Yeti is one of the great exponents of the sector, which is why you will see several of his solutions in this compilation. In this case we want to recommend the Yeti X, since it boasts 4 interior capsules to achieve the best acoustic landscape.
Blue Yeti XBuy it for EUR 113.60Blue Yeti
Secondly, we want to recommend another Blue microphone that will more than meet your expectations. In the case of the Yeti, one of the most used by streamers around the world, we are dealing with a set of three custom capsules to enjoy a clear and crisp voice. I have personally used this microphone for years and the results could not have been better.
Blue YetiBuy it atEUR 109.09Razer Seiren X
If you're an inveterate gamer, know that you'll love this Razer signature microphone. A model that is committed to that aggressive style that characterizes the brand, as well as all kinds of features that make it more practical than ever. Highlight its built-in shock absorber that will prevent vibrations that may be on the table while you play from affecting the quality of the recording.
Razer Seiren XBuy it for EUR 64.99Trust Emita Microphone
Another heavyweight in the gaming sector is Trust. And in this case we want to recommend your Emita microphone, a model that incorporates a screen, as well as a cardioid recording pattern to achieve the best results.
Trust Emita microphoneBuy it forEUR 73.21Samson Q2U Micro Dynamique
We turn to Samson, a manufacturer specialized in the manufacture of cardioid microphones and which boasts a very complete catalogue. And this Samson Q2U Micro Dynamique is one of the best options to consider. The best? That you only have to connect it to a USB to start using it.
Samson Q2U Micro DynamiqueBuy it atEUR 69.99Blue Yeti Nano
The last microphone from Blue that we want to recommend is its acclaimed Blue Yeti Nano. This product is a decaffeinated version of the impressive Yeti X and Yeti, but it still has excellent features, along with high-quality sound. A purchase that will not disappoint you at all.
Blue Yeti NanoBuy it for EUR 119.99HyperX QuadCast
Continuing with this compilation of the best independent microphones that you can buy to start out as a streamer or podcaster, this HyperX solution could not be missing. Yes, another of the greats in the gaming sector that also launches its own solution. To say that the HyperX QuadCast microphone has an anti-vibration system and an anti-pop filter to eliminate any annoying sound.
HyperX QuadCastBuy it forEUR 79.55Auna HK-Mic-900-B
Under a name that is impossible to pronounce hides another one of those microphones that does not disappoint at all. The Auna HK-Mic-900-B is a very complete product, and it comes with everything you need for you to enjoy a high acoustic landscape for very little money.
Auna HK-Mic-900-BBuy it for EUR 79.99Rode NT-USB
If you are looking for a microphone with great value for money, this Rode NT-USB is another excellent option to consider . It has a pop shield, as well as a desktop stand to ensure great stability for very little money.
Rode NT-USBBuy it forEUR 149.00Audio-Technica AT2020
We close this compilation with the Audio-Technica AT2020, a perfect microphone for streaming on the best platforms. A cardioid model with a Ø16mm low-mass diaphragm to offer a great frequency response.
Audio-Technica AT2020Buy it atEUR 74.72
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