The Rode PodMic is similar in price to many USB microphones we test, but it doesn’t use a USB connection. Instead, like most pro studio mics, the dynamic cardioid microphone uses an XLR connection to ...

Shure MV7+: Performance and verdict Compared to competitors like the Audio Technica AT2020USB+ and the Rode PodMic, the Shure MV7+ offers several distinct advantages. The hybrid XLR and USB-C ...

Shure has done it again. Its updated MV7+ microphone designed as a direct competitor to Rode's PodMic USB captures some excellent audio. Its utility as a dual-connection mic is unmatched. Besides a ...

Studio-quality construction and a decent out-of-the-box sound are the strongest assets of this multi-connection spoken word mic, but unfortunately the added USB-C input pushes the price slightly too ...

When it comes to podcasting, streaming, or content creation, creating a great, cohesive audio setup can make all the difference. Unfortunately, choosing the right hardware can sometimes become ...

Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. With a built-in pop filter, an automatic denoiser, and dual ...

The good news is, Shure decided to create something a little more attainable for podcasters and streamers: The $249 MV7, its first microphone with USB and XLR connectivity. That flexibility means you ...

Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology. The affordable XLR-based Rode PodMic delivers a clean, ...

You can see the rationale here: Rode’s XLR-based PodMic has been a staple of spoken-word recordings for half a decade now, delivering incredible value microphones for streaming for under $100 / £100.

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