Best Microphones For YouTubers

Improving an already tried and tested piece of equipment, the Rode Videomic Pro+ is a microphone for everything.

This shotgun mic with a super-cardioid polar pattern can be attached to a DSLR, as well as any audio recorder via the 3.5mm jack. This makes the Videomic Pro + a versatile tool for any type of Youtube video, vlogging, interview style, tutorial voiceover, streaming setup, and pretty much everything else.

Whether you attach it to your camera and record on the move or set it up in your home studio, this microphone will deliver exquisite results in any situation.

If you prefer to keep things on the go, you can’t go wrong with the Sennheiser MKE 200. Lightweight and compact, this microphone offers huge versatility because of the 3.5mm connector allowing you to plug it into any camera, smartphone, or tablet.

As a huge plus, the Sennheiser MKE 200 is powered up directly from the plug, meaning you won’t have to bother with any batteries and chargers.

This is a unidirectional condenser type microphone with a super-cardioid, making it the perfect companion you can attach to your camera. With an internal windshield and a deadcat included, you can once and for all say goodbye to the wind messing up your audio.

As a desktop USB microphone, the Blue Yeti X packs quite the punch. It offers superb sound quality comparable even to some studio mics, just without the hassle of additional equipment and post-processing. 

The Blue Yeti X is a condenser-type microphone with four capsules inside, which offer great flexibility. Capable of switching between a cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-8, and stereo pattern with the tap of a button, this mic is one powerful and easy-to-use tool for any type of YouTuber.

Perfect for any kind of indoor recording, streamers, creators doing any kind of voice-over work, and podcasters on a budget will find great value in this mic.

One of the best choices for YouTubers always on the move, the Rode smartLav+ is an easy and simple to use Lavalier style microphone.

Featuring an omnidirectional condenser capsule, the smartLav+ connects easily to any smartphone or tablet via the TRRS jack on the end of a 1.2m cable. It works with either the dedicated Rode Rec app or just about any other audio recording app on your phone. You can even use it with any sound recorder or camera with the Rode SC3 adapter.

The Rode smartLav+ is not just an excellent companion for recording audio travel vlogs or interviews, it is a very handy backup option for any situation.

If you want superior quality for a mid-range price, the Shure SM7B might be the mic for you. 

The Shure SM7B is a dynamic capsule microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. Featuring a built-in shock mount, pop filter, and foam cover, all unwanted noises are suppressed with maximum efficiency. Keep in mind that this is not your typical plug&play USB mic. It features an XLR connection and you will need to use a preamp with a USB interface for recording. 

This microphone can add great value by providing premium sound quality for serious voice-over artists, podcasters, musicians, and live streamers.

The Samson Go Mic is the most affordable pick on our list. It has also stood the test of time, still popular although it was released more than a decade ago. 

Featuring cardioid and omnidirectional recording patterns, it records the audio signals in 16bit, 44.1kHz, which isn’t the most premium sound quality, but it’s good enough.

While vloggers and podcasters might need something that packs a bigger punch, the Samson Go Mic is a great entry choice for voiceover content creators and gaming streamers.

The Blue Snowball is a simple and reliable condenser USB microphone. All you need to do is plug it in and you’re ready to go.

It comes in two variants: Blue Snowball and the Blue Snowball iCE. The Blue Snowball iCE is the more simplistic model, featuring a single cardioid capsule and a fixed stand, while the first one has two capsules (cardioid and omnidirectional), an adjustable stand, and a slightly sturdier build.

Although the Blue Snowball microphone can hardly be compared to the higher-end microphones out there, it gets the job done.