When [Mahesh Venkitachalam] was experimenting with machine learning for audio applications on a Raspberry Pi, he found himself looking for a simple USB microphone. A cheap one was easy to find ...

Shure's MV7i is a classic dynamic USB mic with an XLR and 1/4-inch combo input for an additional microphone or instrument. With Shure's MOTIV Mix it's a mini studio.

As a USB mic, it's plug-and-play without any software required, and it's good to see USB-C too. In terms of features, the UM 6.0 Advanced offers two pickup patterns, cardioid and omni-directional ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Most professional microphones rely on the tried-and-trusted XLR ...