The prospect of “getting into audio” is a daunting one. After sifting through loads of conflicting information on gear and best practices, even the most basic setups for podcasters and musicians ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The best USB gadgets aren't the flashy ones. They're the practical tools that quietly make your daily tech setup better, like small USB-C ...

The NZXT Capsule microphone was launched in 2021 and is a decent mid-tier wired USB microphone. Its selling point has been the "plug-and-play" feature--meaning you don't need to download any software ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Podcasting has exploded as a medium thanks in part to how relatively easy it is to get started. Unlike, say, starting a band, which requires ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's easier than ever to record podcasts, live-stream videos, and so on. Recently, we took a look at the Rode XDM-100 microphone, and found ...

Audio purists like to give USB mics a bad rap. The all-in-one design that connects directly to your computer is often seen as inferior to an XLR mic connected through a dedicated audio interface. But ...