Building a strong PC set-up, whether for pro-level gaming, streaming, or both, requires a ton of investments such as a good keyboard and mouse, a high-quality monitor, and of course, all the necessary hardware to play the best games. One thing that is easy to overlook, but isn’t, is a strong microphone to match.
There are several types of great gaming mics out there, as well as multiple brands, and sound quality is dependent on a ton of factors. But, for those looking to simplify their search and find a good mic, here are Game ZXC’s favorites this year.
NZXT Capsule Mic
Simple, sleek, and straight to the point, it’s hard to go wrong with any NZXT hardware, including its Capsule Mic. It’s built simply for easy set-up, with no hassle when attaching to a boom arm either. At the same time, its internal shock mounting eliminates that worry, and the cardioid polar pattern also prevents unwanted noise too. It simply eliminates the main concerns with any gaming mic, and on top of that, its internal capsule is tuned for clarity and its 24-bit/86kHz resolution makes sure the analog-to-digital elements are on point.
Elgato Wave:3
When it comes to streaming, the Elgato brand is often praised and its mics are no exception. The Elgato Wave:3 design features a durable steel grille and heavy desk stand, a multifunctional dial for full control of the audio experience, and a multilayer noise shield, protected capsule, and cardioid polar pattern for crisp, high-quality delivery. Overall, it has all the bells and whistles, works in any environment, and comes with a ton of options for newcomers or veterans when it comes to using a mic.
Razer Seiren V2 Pro
The Razer Seiren V2 Pro makes gamers sound like DJs, and that’s a strong and easily delivered upon promise. Not only does this mic have all the expected bells and whistles (and then some), but it gives total audio control over input and output, core audio controls that cheaper mics skip out on, and crisp audio delivery that improves each and every stream. It’s truly designed for streamers and would make a great holiday gift for one.
HyperX Quadcast S
Whereas sometimes quality means hyper-focusing in on elements like streaming or gaming, versatility itself takes quality to the next level, and that's where HyperX stands out. The HyperX Quadcast S is designed with versatility in mind, making it perfect not just for gaming or streaming, but podcasting or any situation where a mic with quality sound, strong features, durability, audio control, and if needed—yes, even RGB lighting and effects—is needed, the HyperX Quadcast S delivers.
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