Microphone Review
RØDE RØDECaster Video S: a smaller video podcast console at $499
The RØDECaster Video S is a new compact video and audio production console from RØDE for podcasters and streamers with three HDMI inputs, two combo jacks and built-in wireless receivers. […]
Amazon Basics USB condenser mic tested at around $23
A budget review of the Amazon Basics USB Condenser Microphone describes a heavy, well-built cardioid desktop mic with tap-to-mute and no noise cancelling. […]
Zoom Instamic Pro Plus C: waterproof mini recorder with timecode
Zoom's Instamic Pro Plus C fits a MEMS mic array, 32-bit float recording, timecode and Bluetooth into a 1.5 x 1 x 0.5-inch body. Prices start at $179.99. […]
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro tested: dual wireless, ANC and a 12mm boom mic
A hands-on review of Razer's $249.99 BlackShark V3 Pro finds strong connectivity and comfort, but a 12mm boom mic that sounded muffled next to the V2 Pro. […]
Sandbar's Stream ring records voice notes on a touch
Two former Meta interface designers have founded Sandbar and opened preorders for Stream, a $249 ring whose microphones switch on only while you hold its touch pad. […]
Soundcore Work: Anker's $159 clip-on AI voice recorder
Anker's Soundcore brand has released Work, a round clip-on recorder that stores 250 hours of audio and uses OpenAI models to transcribe and summarize conversations. […]
BOYA mini 2: a 5 g wireless mic gets AI noise cancellation
BOYA has refreshed its tiny mini wireless microphone with 24-bit/48 kHz audio, a neural-network noise filter, a safety track and app control. Prices start at $30. […]
Rode Wireless Micro Camera Kit Adds a Receiver for Cameras
Rode has expanded its Wireless Micro line with a Camera Kit that pairs two transmitters with a new on-camera receiver featuring a 1.1-inch AMOLED display, plus a USB-C receiver for phones. […]
Mutiny TC-A splits one camera mic jack into timecode and audio
Mutiny's TC-A breakout puts LTC timecode on the left channel and audio on the right of a mirrorless camera's 3.5mm input. BNC and 5-pin versions cost $140. […]
Maono PD200W: a dynamic podcast mic with USB, XLR and 2.4 GHz
Maono has introduced the PD200W, a cardioid dynamic podcast microphone that connects over USB, XLR or a 2.4 GHz wireless link and is rated for up to 60 hours on battery. […]