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All the microphone articles, guides, and tutorials at Higher Hz.

AKG P120 vs. Audio-Technica AT2020: A side-by-side comparison

In this article, I’ll be pitting two extremely cost-effective microphones against one another: the AKG P120 and Audio-Technica’s AT2020. Both are comfortably priced at around $100, offering an affordable entry point for budding musicians, podcasters, and content creators alike.

Let’s dive in and see how they compare against each other.

Lewitt MTP W950 review: Innovative and versatile

Lewitt, founded in 2009, has since made a name for itself in its forward thinking designs and reputation for high-quality products. A year ago, the company announced the release of the MTP W950, a handheld microphone capable of being used in both wired and wireless settings.

In this review, I’ll be taking a closer look at the W950 to see what it has to offer.

Rode PodMic USB review: Good, but that’s it

These days, it seems as though podcasts are one of the most ubiquitous forms of entertainment around. Enter the Rode PodMic USB, yet another solution to help folks share their own stories and thoughts for hours at a time. Let’s take a deeper look at this microphone, and see if it can help you garner an audience.

The 7 best USB microphones for vocals and music recording 2025

USB microphones aren’t very different from your standard mic, except for the fact that they contain within them a dedicated preamp as well as an analog-to-digital converter. This makes them incredibly convenient, simple, and portable, as you only need one connection.

Shure Beta 58A review

Most of you are probably familiar with the iconic SM58, but perhaps less of you are aware of the Beta 58A. The series originally came out in the 80s, before Shure decided to make some slight updates and alterations to the design around 1996.

In this review, I’ll be taking a look at the Beta 58A and what it has to offer.

AKG Ara review

In this review, I’ll be taking a look at a new USB microphone from AKG – the Ara. USB microphones tend to be catered towards podcasters, but I’m curious to see if the Ara can hold its own in music recording. Let’s take a look.