Podcast Mic Cheat Sheet

What's Your Budget?

Under $100

Samson Q2U Microphone
Samson Q2U Microphone
$
Podcast Accessories
Boom Arm + Shock Mount + Windscreen
$
PROS

  • Low Cost

  • USB Connection

  • Simple Setup

CONS

  • Semi-Professional Quality

Under $150

ATR2100x Microphone
ATR2100x Microphone
$
Podcast Accessories
Boom Arm + Shock Mount + Windscreen
$
PROS

  • Low Cost

  • Simple Setup

  • Native Connection for Newer Macs

CONS

  • Semi-Professional Quality

  • USB-C Connection (May require adapter for some computers)

Under $300

Pod Mic Package
PodMic + Scarlett 2i2
$$
Podcast Accessories
Boom Arm + Shock Mount
$
PROS

  • Low Cost

  • Professional Quality

  • Built-In Pop Filter

CONS

  • Requires More Equipment

Under $700

RE-20 + Scarlett 2i2
$$$
Podcast Accessories
Boom Arm + Shock Mount
$
PROS

  • Professional Quality

  • Built-In Pop Filter

CONS

  • High Cost

  • Requires More Equipment

More Than $1000

Rodecaster Pro
RE-20 + Rodecaster Pro
$$$$
Podcast Accessories
Boom Arm + Shock Mount
$
PROS

  • Professional Quality

  • Built-In Pop Filter

  • More Recording Options

  • More Sound Inputs

  • More Precise Controls

  • Built-In Sound Board

CONS

  • High Cost

  • Requires More Equipment