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We go over the best microphones, headphones, and best practices for podcasting. XLR Studio Mics Audio-Technica AT2020 $93 http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020-Cardioid-Condenser-Micropho… * Cardiod Condenser Mic * 20-20k response * XLR Interface * Requires Phantom power (48v) * Side Firing Heil PR-40 http://www.amazon.com/PR-40-Dynamic-Studio-Recording-Microphone/dp/B000… * Cardiod Dynamic Mic * End-Firing * 28-18k * BIG BOTTOM! (This is a perfect mic for voice broadcast and percussion) Pop and Crackle * Get yourself an Anti-Vibe mount $10.00 http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AXX9HWA?psc=1 * And a Pop Filter! ~$5 http://www.amazon.com/Dragonpad-filter-Microphone-Flexible-Gooseneck/dp… USB Mic Audio Technica 2020USB+ $119.00 http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020USB-Condenser-Microphone/dp/… * Cardiod * 20hz-20,000hz * USB Powered * 16-bit // 44.1kHz * Mix control (both mic and headphones) * Comes with a pop filter * There's also the 2020USBi version that works with Lightning-enabled devices (and USB) Field Mic The Heil PR-35 Stick Mic $270.00 http://www.amazon.com/Heil-Sound-PR-Dynamic-Microphone/dp/B003RZCAVC/re… * Cardiod Dynamic Mic * 40-18Khz (No Filter) * 80-18Khz (Filter) * Sell for about $280 on Amazon Zoom H4n $210.00 http://www.amazon.com/Zoom-Recorder-Bundle-Control-8-Inch/dp/B002XF0Q7M… * Up to 32GB SD card * 90 or 120 degree capture pattern * 2 x XLR inputs with Phantom power * USB port to use the mic as a live interface * Capture rates up to 24-bit 96Khz * 11 hours on 2 x AA batteries The Audio-Technica MSR7 (The price is actually going UP) ~$244 http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-MSR7BK-SonicPro-High-Resolutio… -- Collapsable (so they're portable) -- Some of the best sound in the industry (especially at this price) 45mm drivers -- All-day comfort, with large, cushioned ear cups, cushioned head band, and four sets of swivels -- REALLY good sound isolation ** For me, this is the silver standard for headphones under $400 -- Everything the M50 has, plus: * Detachable cables so it can be used with phones, computers, mixing boards, etc. * It LOOKS spectacular! (If Beats are showy, these are elegant) * NOTHING beats this set under $400 Kingston HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset for PC & PS4 ~$88 http://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Cloud-Gaming-Headset-PS4/dp/B00SAYCXWG/ref… * 53mm Drivers * USB & 3.5mm operation * Noise/Echo Cancelling from the inline DSP * 15kh-25Khz frequency response * Memory foam ear pads * Removable Microphone * 7.1 virtual surround sound Kingston HyperX Cloud Revolver ~$120 http://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Revolver-Headset-HX-HSCR-BK-NA/dp/B01CIEBU… * Their "Studio-grade" sound product * Memory foam ear pads * Removable Microphone * USB & 3.5mm operation * 50mm drivers (Their next-gen line) Plantronics BackBeat Pro+ $277.08 http://www.amazon.com/Plantronics-BackBeat-Wireless-Canceling-Headphone… * 24 hours of power // Class 1 Bluetooth 4.0 Wireless * Active Noise Cancellation * Side-mounted controls * "Whispered" status alerts * Inline control (for iPhone users) * Open mic (both for cancellation and for hand's free communication) * Smart Sensor Controls (Pauses when you take off the headphones) * Comes with a Hi-Fi USB Adapter

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