3 Best Low Cost MICS To Create Your Minimal Viable Podcast.

The favorite Mic of budget conscious podcasters the Audio-technica ATR-2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone is really hard to beat for studio broadcasting. In fact this is the Mic we use to record Podcast By Friday!

The ATR-2100 is a handheld dynamic microphone with USB digital output and XLR analog outputs. The USB output connects to your computer for digital recording, while the XLR output connects with your sound system, conventional microphone input for use in live performance.

This Mic is ideally suited for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, voiceover, and on-stage use. The built-in headphone jack and volume control allows you to directly monitor your microphone output without audible delay. We rate this as the Best Low Cost Podcast Mic.

Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of unwanted sounds from the sides and rear so you only record the sounds you want to hear.

The ATR-2100-USB mic package includes a Microphone, Stand, USB Cable and a 2 meter long  XLR cable all for around $65.

The SONY ECMCS3 Stereo Lavalier lapel microphone is a flexible mic for podcasting on the go. It easily clips to your clothing and swivels to the best orientation for your recording.

This Tie Clip Microphone is a small, discreet omni-directional mic that can be used to pick up voices from all angles. The ECMCS3 features a 360° rotating clip that attaches to a tie or clothing and remains nearly out-of-sight. I use this microphone with my Zoom H6N digital recorder  and with my iPhone to record clear stereo sound. It can also work with your PC to make VoIP calls and for online gaming.

The Takstar SGC-598 Interview mic is a pleasant surprise in the low cost Mic arena. Interview Mics are also known as shotgun mics and are designed to pic up sounds at a long distance. These directional mics are very good at picking up conversations in noisy environments yet delivering great sound.

This high sensitivity condenser Microphone is especially designed for cameras. The Takstar SCG-598 has optional +10dB tone boost and 200Hz bass attenuation switches to customize the audio to your liking. It is also shock mounted to reduce noise while you are in motion and includes a wind screen.

The Takstar SGC-598 shotgun mic is a secret favorite of many Youtube Creators and Vloggers. It will allow you to inexpensively create great audio for your podcast or live streaming sessions. At less than $30 it is a must have for every budget conscious podcaster.