Best USB microphone for recording music: Rode NT1 5th-Generation If you want to record your songs in your home studio with clarity and richness, the Rode NT1 5th-Gen produces high-quality audio to ...

Rode PodMic USB: One-minute review. You can see the rationale here: Rode’s XLR-based PodMic has been a staple of spoken-word recordings for half a decade now, delivering incredible value ...

The clever addition of a USB-C port broadens the appeal of the fifth-generation Rode NT1, but it is still pro-level — and requires tweaks or additional hardware for the best results.

Any standard microphone stand should work, but of course, Rode sells its own desk-mount stand. Generally, the design of the Rode XDM-100 is great — but many people will need to consider the ...

Rode sells the XCM-50 USB condenser microphone through its official website and third-party retailers, including Amazon, for a $249 MSRP but is offered for $149 in some areas.

The RODE PodMic USB's dual USB-C and XLR connectivity is seldom found in this market. It makes for a microphone that's as versatile as it is high-quality.

RODE just re-released its most iconic USB microphone. Is the NT-USB+ the best microphone for streamers and content creators? Find out in our review!

Rode may have left out the carrying case, but things like a bundled — and high-quality — 10-foot SC290 USB-C to USB-C cable make an appreciable difference when you're just getting set up.

The latest Rode NT1 5th Generation microphone pushes the envelope with an innovative 'Dual Connect' XLR/USB-C port, as well as 'unclippable' audio safeguards.

Don't rely on the wimpy microphone built into your phone or laptop. Here's how to find the best USB (and XLR with USB) mics for gaming, podcasting, and recording music, including our top-tested picks.

Rode X XCM-50 condenser USB microphone. (Image credit: RØDE) Firstly, the XCM-50 is a $149 USB-powered condenser microphone designed with gamers in mind and is optimized for live streaming.