$60 or less mic?

[Xrunner98]

Hey guys, I was just wondering if you have any suggestions on a mic that has decent quality and is around $60 or less.

Thanks!

 

[ssddx]

you may want to look at the audiotechnica atr2500 or the blue microphone snowball.

 

[Xrunner98]

Those both seem very good. Which one do you think is better?

 

[ssddx]

the 2500 would likely be my choice given the two.

the 2500 is similar to (but of course not as good as) the popular at2020usb+ with it being about 75-80% of the sound quality with somewhat worse build quality.

the blue snowball is also popular and has decent quality however many users complain about low volume output.

 

[ssddx]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HB2NnlqB3lE

actual mic test using the 2500

please note that a pop filter (can make yourself with a frame + stocking) will eliminate the popping from breath while a proper shock mount will eliminate any bump noises.

 

[Xrunner98]

Ok then I think I'll go with the 2500. Thanks for the help!