Recording with a high-quality microphone and a computer has traditionally been a messy process involving a mixer or external adapter, and possibly an external pre-amp. Blue Microphones’ Snowball USB ...

This large diaphragm condenser mic plugs into a computer via a USB cable. Featuring a large 19mm diaphragm, this cardioid mic delivers a smooth, flat frequency response.

I'm occasionally a guest on WTOP-FM in Washington, D.C., and it's been trying to convince guests to upgrade to USB Skype microphones instead of using lower-quality telephones for future interviews. To ...