Streaming, Podcasting, Recording
Mics and Headsets for Creators
Perfect Podcasting Starter Kit
The Creator Pack
A Few Points to Consider
XLR or USB?
XLR microphones are analogue devices that require an XLR cable (1) that feeds the analogue signal to an audio interface (2). The interface then converts the analogue signal to digital and feeds the audio to your PC (3) for recording. Within USB microphones, all of the analogue to digital conversion takes place within the microphone – no audio interface required. The digital signal is then fed via USB connection (1) directly into your PC (2).
What's the Difference?
Condenser or Dynamic?
Condenser Mic Characteristics
- Extremely sensitive – picks up the subtlest sounds in any environment
- Very articulate audio with a detailed high-frequency capture
- Requires external power to operate (phantom or battery)
- Minimises room noise – perfect for sonically untreated rooms
- Smooth audio capture with classic warm broadcast sound
- Robust construction with no external power requirements

How Do They Capture Sound?
Condenser Microphones
Typical condenser microphones use a lightweight membrane/diaphragm (1) and a fixed plate (2) that act as a capacitor. Sound pressure causes this thin membrane to move. This movement changes the capacitance of the circuit creating an electrical signal. The signal is then captured through your recording device or amplified by a powered speaker.

How Do They Capture Sound?
Dynamic Microphones
Dynamic microphones use a diaphragm (1) connected to a coil of wire (2) that surrounds a magnet (3). The diaphragm is moved by changing sound pressure. This moves the coil, which causes current to flow as it moves through the magnetic field. An electrical signal is then sent to your recording device or speakers which records or amplifies the signal. Dynamic microphones are extremely durable and can handle very high sound pressure levels (SPL).

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40 Series Microphones
Create Your Own Legacy
For more than three decades, our 40 Series microphones have been the go-to choice for engineers, producers and musicians. These versatile, reliable mics – tested and inspected to our highest quality standards – are trusted by the pros to deliver clean, consistent, and detailed sound. This is the legacy of 40 Series mics. Use them to create your own.