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Elgato Wave Neo Review: I hope you got this as part of a bundle
By Sarah Jacobsson Purewal published
The Elgato Wave Neo is a sub-$100 plug-and-play USB mic that's easy to set up — maybe a little too easy.

Best Gaming Microphones 2025
By Sarah Jacobsson Purewal last updated
Whether you're chatting with teammates or streaming on Twitch, these are the best gaming microphones to buy in 2025.

HyperX QuadCast 2 S Review: Pretty overkill
By Sarah Jacobsson Purewal published
The HyperX QuadCast 2 S brings a long-awaited update to the iconic gaming mic with unnecessarily high sample/bit rate and a redesigned shock mount.

HyperX finally updates its QuadCast gaming mic for real — QuadCast 2 and 2 S get boost in recording quality
By Sarah Jacobsson Purewal published
HyperX introduces QuadCast 2 and QuadCast 2 S gaming mics with high-res recording resolution and modest redesign.

Simplify your streaming setup and save with Logitech's G Yeti GX microphone — lowest-ever price, limited-time deal
By Stewart Bendle published
Available on Amazon in a limited-time deal, Logitech's G Yeti GX USB microphone hits an all-time low price of $119.

Asus' new ROG Carnyx gaming microphone is aimed at the high end
By Christopher Harper published
Asus debuts the new ROG Carnyx microphone at CES 2024, boasting specs aimed at the high-end of USB condenser microphones.

Rode PodMic USB Review: Increased Connectivity, Higher Price
By Stewart Bendle published
An update to Rode’s PodMic has the popular podcast favorite upgraded to include increased options for connectivity and enhanced internals.

Logitech Yeti Orb Review: Simple, Sounds Great
By Sarah Jacobsson Purewal published
Logitech's new Yeti Orb is a budget-friendly gaming mic that sounds great out of the box.
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