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the shure mv7i, a black microphone with a black muff, touch LED pad, XLR connection and TRS input and USB-C input at the rear, photograhped against a blue tom's guide background with a pair of over-ear wired headphones

Shure MV7i microphone review: The new gold standard for versatility

By Erin Bashford published

The Shure MV7i microphone is a two-in-one: a mic and a digital interface. You can plug XLR mics into the MV7i and record from your instrument.

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a black oblong-shaped SteelSeries Alias Pro gaming mic with an LED stream mixer and an XLR and USB-C connection input and output, compatible with PC

SteelSeries Alias Pro gaming mic review: The ultimate PC streaming microphone

By Erin Bashford published

The SteelSeries Alias Pro gaming mic is a great condenser mic with AI noise cancellation, and a horde of virtual customization — but it’ll cost you over $300.

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a photograph of a black and green small microphone with a muff and a USB-C connection port and a desktop stand

I was a DJ for 3 years — here’s why the brand-new Shure MV6 is my favorite mic

By Erin Bashford published

The newest entry-level mic from iconic audio brand Shure is sure-ly the best beginner-friendly option on the market.

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iOS 18 logo show on iPhone.

Apple releases iOS 18.0.1 with two critical security fixes — update now

By Josh Render last updated

iOS 18.0.1 fixes several of the issues reported for Apple's iPhones, but two security fixes have passed by relatively unnoticed.

iPhones
a photograph of a black and green small microphone with a muff and a USB-C connection port and a desktop stand

Shure MV6 review: So good it should be handed out at content creator school

By Erin Bashford published

The instantly recognizable Shure mic, now in easy mode

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Eero Pro 6e being used by gamer

Don’t buy that gaming headset — you can get more for your money

By Eve Butt published

Wondering why your headset microphone is so bad? Finding the ideal audio setup for PC gaming is easier than you think, and it won't break the bank.

Computing Peripherals
a small retro-inspired microphone with a large RGB sound capsule is photographed against a blue background

Cherry XTRFY Ngale R microphone: Sounds as good as it looks

By Erin Bashford published

The ‘R’ stands for ‘really cool’

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Beacn Studio on desk with Beacn Mix Create

Beacn Studio hands-on review: A game-changer for Twitch streamers

By Ryan Epps published

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Dual PC audio just got a major boost with the new Beacn Studio, which can even streamline your game console audio, too.

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a black microphone by cherry XTRFY with a branded muff and an XLR and USB-C port sits atop a pale brown desk with a dark blue background

Cherry XTRFY Ngale X microphone review: This $149 mic’s professional quality blew me away

By Erin Bashford published

A reliable streaming and podcasting mic with the ‘X factor’

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a black microphone with a desktop stand and a black muff is on top of a beige surface with a blue backdrop

Shure MV7+ podcast microphone review: Stylish, expensive, and stuffed with features

By Erin Bashford published

No more hot mic gaffes with this color-changing mic-muting touchpad

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