Looking for an inexpensive mic for my Mac

[decay]

how does the Blue brand rate?

http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Microphones-S...002OO333Q/

[kj]

As far as I know, all these cheap condeser mics sound amazing for what they cost. Most are made by just a few chinese companies, too. I doubt you can go wrong with any of them. Here is one I have used, and it sounded great:

http://www.amazon.com/Samson-Meteor-Stud...nstruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1365641791&sr=1-3&keywords=samson+usb+microphone

It is unusual looking, but I liked the looks. The built in stand is nice. kj.

edit: for what it's worth, we used it with an ipad and garageband. I was impressed there were no issues whatsoever.

[Dennis S]

I would take a chance on a Chinese condenser from Musicians Friend or Sweetwater. They have a good return policy.

[kj]

Dennis S wrote:
I would take a chance on a Chinese condenser from Musicians Friend or Sweetwater. They have a good return policy.

That's a good point. Guitar Center is even better if you have one in town (even if you buy it online). I think you can get any of the mics mentioned here at GC or Musicians Friend. kj.

[Dennis S]

If you call Musicians Friend or Sweetwater, ask the rep to recommend one for SPEAKING VOICE.

[Dennis S]

Don't get one at Radio Shack.

[Carm]

Can't go wrong with a portable condensor mic. $40 - Samson. USB Go Mic.

[August West]

how does the Blue brand rate?

Can't really comment on their USB selection, but I had friends who were enamored of the Bottles and Baby Bottles.