Gaming Microphones

Our Gaming Microphones section features a range of high-performance solutions tailored specifically for gaming enthusiasts.

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Power Dynamics

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PD PCM100 USB Gaming Microphone with Stand
Compact black gaming microphone
USB connectivity with a built-in sound card
Large diaphragm condenser with a cardioid polar pattern
Sturdy tripod stand with a fully adjustable design
Wide frequency response and high 138dB SPL rating
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PD PCM120 USB Gaming Microphone with Stand
Black condenser microphone for gaming
USB connectivity with an integrated sound card
Built-in mute button and headphone output with volume control
Sturdy tripod stand with a fully adjustable design
Included pop filter reduces the impact of air on the mic
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Gaming Microphone Performance

Gaming microphones, often referred to as gaming mics, are specialised audio devices meticulously crafted to capture your voice with unparalleled clarity while you immerse yourself in gaming escapades.

Unlike standard vocal microphones or dynamic mics, the powered condenser design of gaming microphones excels at isolating your voice from ambient noise, guaranteeing that your fellow players or audience receive your commands and reactions with crystal-clear precision.

Elevate Your Gaming with Impeccable Communication

Effective communication lies at the heart of successful online gaming, and this is where a gaming microphone truly shines. Whether you're coordinating strategies with teammates in multiplayer battles or engaging in banter with your viewers while streaming, a gaming microphone is your trusted ally. The active condenser technology ensures that your voice resonates powerfully, ensuring you're heard distinctly in the heat of gaming action.

Unleash Your Streaming Potential with a Mic for PC Gaming

For those venturing into the world of streaming, a microphone designed specifically for this purpose is a game-changer. As you embark on your streaming journey, captivating your audience with impeccable audio is paramount.

A dedicated gaming microphone for streaming doesn't just capture your voice; it captures your charisma, excitement, and energy, transforming your gaming sessions into captivating live performances. Let your commentary and interactions take the spotlight, while the gaming microphone ensures your voice is as riveting as your gameplay.

Tailored for PC Gaming Enthusiasts

If you're a PC gaming enthusiast, a gaming microphone for PC is an essential component of your setup. Seamlessly integrating with your gaming rig, these microphones ensure a hassle-free experience. No more grappling with intricate configurations or compatibility issues – a gaming microphone for PC simplifies the process, allowing you to focus on what matters most: an immersive and engaging gaming environment.

Selecting Your Perfect Gaming Microphone

Choosing the ideal gaming microphone might seem like a daunting task amidst the array of options available. However, a few considerations can steer you in the right direction. Assess your gaming environment – do you require noise-cancellation features to eliminate background disturbances? Tailor your choice to the games you love; for fast-paced titles, opt for a microphone that captures rapid commands with precision. Look out for adjustable stands, convenient mute functions, and real-time audio monitoring to enhance your overall gaming experience. Direct USB connections with phantom power for the mic's active electronics, anti-pop shields, and even the right colour body to suit the aesthetics of your setup.

Elevate Your Gaming Audio

In the realm of gaming accessories, a professional gaming microphone emerges as a non-negotiable asset, whether you're a casual player or an aspiring pro. Elevate your communication, fortify your strategies, and amplify your streaming adventures with the transformative power of impeccable audio quality. Whether you're seeking a microphone optimised for streaming or a dedicated gaming microphone for PC, our collection has you covered. Dive into the world of gaming microphones and embrace a new measure of auditory excellence. Your voice deserves the spotlight – clear, resounding, and unforgettable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What mic does every streamer use?

Gaming streamers will usually opt for the sound quality and performance provided by a desktop-style microphone. They are easy to set up and operate, and offer a level of response and detail with vocals that far exceed the quality you will get from handheld mics or headsets.

How much should I spend on a mic?

If you are just starting out, we have a superb selection of desktop-mount microphones in the twenty to thirty pounds range which have been specially designed for the needs of gaming streamers and podcast creators. With full kits including a condenser microphone, swing arm stand and pop-shield available for under £50, you can get a high-quality gaming microphone for a surprisingly low cost.

Why do streamers not use headset mic?

Headsets are convenient and hugely popular for online gaming, especially for multiplayer gaming on consoles, as they allow you to sit around in any position and work perfectly fine for shouting orders at fellow gamers. They are however generally very low-cost microphones and are of fairly poor quality for any use other than that.

For streamers and anyone filming themselves, the use of a desk-mounted microphone is the go-to choice due to the far superior sound quality and their capability to convey nuanced conversation detail from the use of a cardioid pattern cartridge and active electronics for compression and signal balancing.

Should I get a dynamic or condenser microphone?

They both have their uses, and dynamic microphones are the mainstay of live music stages and karaoke nights all over the world. They have a wide response and are fantastic at capturing loud sounds, with a narrow enough pickup pattern to keep unwanted sounds from being prominent.

For a gaming microphone though, a condenser microphone offers a level of subtle detail that a dynamic simply can't achieve. The powered diaphragm design and wider response allow for the user to converse normally, with the microphone able to capture a much better frequency range with better transient response.

Their sensitivity means you would only normally see condensers within a studio environment where the ambient noise levels can be controlled, but this also lends itself perfectly to the home studio setups that streamers utilise.

XLR or USB Microphones: Which is the Best for Gaming and Streaming?

Both types have their benefits, and the choice will mostly be down to the type of PC and audio setup you are operating.

XLR has long been the standard for condenser microphones, and its universal connection allows you to easily alter and upgrade parts of your rig individually, such as an improved interface or the ease of upgrades to cable quality and length. An XLR mic will however require an audio interface or audio mixer, both to feed its signal to the computer, and to provide the phantom power for the microphone pickup.

USB microphones have come into their own in the last few years, and are the more favoured option both for beginners and professionals looking for the simplest connection which doesn't require additional equipment. The microphone has a built-in preamplifier and powered pickup unit, both which utilise the 5v that's available directly from a USB socket.

Both types will have similar audio performance from their condenser design, it simply comes down to personal preference over the level of flexibility you may need for your particular usage.

What is the best microphone for a beginner streamer?

For someone starting out that likely has no equipment other than a laptop or desktop computer, a low cost USB desktop microphone such as our Power Dynamics PCM100 is the perfect choice. Its low-cost and USB, plug-and-play design mean you can plug it in and start using it immediately.

If you prefer to keep your options a little more flexible for future upgrades to external sound cards and interfaces, it would be beneficial to go for an XLR design instead, and as a money-saving option, our popular Vonyx CMS400 kit features a high-performance desktop condenser microphone with the addition of a flexible boom arm with stabiliser mount and pop shield will get you a professional sound and look to start your streaming career.