# Best Microphone for a Podcast > What is the Best Microphone for a Podcast? Many people have asked us what our choice of microphone is for recording a podcast. The answer is twofold. The… Canonical HTML: https://josejruiz.com/en/insights/best-microphone-for-a-podcast/ Insights What is the Best Microphone for a Podcast? Many people have asked us what our choice of microphone is for recording a podcast. The answer is twofold. The… Published: May 27, 2020 · Updated: May 27, 2020 ![Best Microphone for a Podcast](https://josejruiz.com/insights/best-microphone-for-a-podcast/photo-1556761175-129418cb2dfe.webp) ## What is the Best Microphone for a Podcast? #### Many people have asked us what our choice of microphone is for recording a podcast. The answer is two-fold. The reason is it is two-fold is because we record both in our home studios and on the road. Hands down, the best quality is obtained with the [Shure SM7B](https://geni.us/rfVBmy). The [Blue Yeti USB Microphone](https://geni.us/GwjsS) is the best choice if you’re moving around. ### Buy the Blue Yeti USB Microphone if it’s your first microphone. ![Best Microphone for a Podcast](https://josejruiz.com/insights/best-microphone-for-a-podcast/61ly9zgvyil-ac-sl1500-1-397x1024.webp) The [Blue Yeti USB Microphone](https://geni.us/GwjsS) was my first microphone and it took me a while to maximize it’s potential. It really makes no sense to jump straight into a [Shure SM7B](https://geni.us/rfVBmy) o equivalent microphone if you can squeeze sound quality with accessories and most importantly your environment. One of the great things about the Yeti is its multi-mode versatility. It has multiple pattern selection - cardioid, bidirectional, omnidirectional & stereo. It also allows you to directly connect headphones to the microphone to monitor without any lag. Another useful feature is the mechanical mute button. The sound quality recording with a Blue Yeti can be greatly improved with three accessories: [The stand](https://geni.us/2jai8), [the pop filter](https://geni.us/gb4Ekbc), and the [shock mount.](https://geni.us/hAZe0) The above accessories are a must if you are already spending the money on a mic like the Blue Yeti. However, the single biggest factor in improving the sound quality of my recording was improving the acoustics of the room. ### Buy the [Shure SM7B](https://geni.us/rfVBmy) Microphone once you have mastered your environment. ![Best Microphone for a Podcast](https://josejruiz.com/insights/best-microphone-for-a-podcast/41so875ddnl.webp) The [Shure SM7B](https://geni.us/rfVBmy) is a superb mic that can take your recording to the next level. However, you need the right setup to take advantage of its capability and sound quality. If you have a limited budget I suggest targeting accessories and the acoustics of the room first. One of the big differences between the [Shure SM7B](https://geni.us/rfVBmy) and the [Blue Yeti USB Microphone](https://geni.us/GwjsS) is that the Shure requires a sound mixer such as the [XENYX 1202FX](https://geni.us/hZxXW9). you can view this as a disadvantage because it’s not as quick and direct as using the plug and play [Blue Yeti USB Microphone](https://geni.us/GwjsS) with basic physical controls right on the mic. However, the mixer allows you to refine the sound and apply basic filters. The mixes will be a must if you’re recording with multiple microphones in the same room. In summary, go with the [Blue Yeti USB Microphone](https://geni.us/GwjsS) if you’re starting out and are looking for a quality recording with little fuzz. Go with the [Shure SM7B](https://geni.us/rfVBmy) if you already have some experience under your belt and are committed to focusing on much more than the microphone to obtain a professional-grade recording. Topics - Reviews and Products --- Site guide for agents: https://josejruiz.com/llms.txt · Sitemap: https://josejruiz.com/sitemap-index.xml