These are my favourite Black Friday microphone deals
24.11.2023 - 05:51
/ pcgamer.com
Most headset or webcam mics are a disappointment at best, so a dedicated desktop microphone can be an easy way to hugely improve most setups. Most gamers could benefit from having a better quality mic for multiplayer sessions, and with streaming becoming ever popular, a good mic can be the difference between welcoming viewers or scaring them away. This makes mics a great addition to most setups, and often a great choice for the gamer who has everything else already.
The downside is mics are not the cheapest accessories, often seen as a bit of a luxury rather than a necessity. While there can be some good cheap options, pc microphones are a device where paying a little more can lead to huge gains in quality. Thankfully, Black Friday sales can give you the opportunity to pick up a great mic at a fraction of the usual cost.
We've been scouring the internet to find the best mic deals for all different use cases and price points. Whether you're just wanting clearer calls over coms for multiplayer gaming sessions or are feeling ready to bust onto the streaming scene, there are great options in this list of my favourite Black Friday microphone deals currently available.
For those on a budget, I've put the cheapest mic deals worth your time right at the top. I know you haven't got the time to be scrolling with all that hustle. Cheapest doesn't necessarily mean best deal though, so it's worth checking out the whole list to find the best mic for your use and budget.
RAZER Seiren Mini | Condenser mic | USB | 48kHz sampling rate | 20-20kHz frequency response | $49.99 $34.99 at Newegg (save $15)
Starting with the cheapest mic on the list, you'd be hard pressed to find a better option under $40.
The RAZER Seiren Mini is our favorite budget microphone for gaming and streaming and is as simple as they come while still offering great sound. This means it's a bit bare bones, but if all you're wanting is a cheap mic there's no better choice. It would be nicer if it used a standard USB cable rather than Razer's proprietary offering and the lack of a mute button is a bit disappointing, but at this price, these are minor issues.
$15 off the RRP is certainly better than a slap in the face, but it's not a huge discount compared to others on offer this sales season. You likely won't find much better out there in its price range, but If you're after a better quality mic, you can easily drop a little more cash for something nicer.
Price check: $37.95 Amazon | $42.00 Walmart
HyperX Quadcast | Condenser mic | USB | 48kHz sampling rate | 20-20kHz frequency response | $139.99 $69.99 at Amazon (save $70)
At the cost of two RAZER Seiren Mini mics you can pick up a heavily discounted HyperX QuadCast at Amazon. This is half off