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Some good microphones for a (kinda) cheap price.
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Good Microphones under $100

Note: Some of these seem to require an XLR interface. Buy them at your own risk if you're not sure.

Audio-Technica ATR2500-USB [~USD$75-100]:

It's a USB microphone. A bit expensive, but it's really good. I personally own this one and use it on a daily basis. Comes with a stand, but it's not that great. Pop filter is strongly recommended. https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATR2500-USB-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B004QJREXM/

Blue Snowball iCE [~USD$40-60]:

Very well known as a cheaper alternative to the Yeti. Comes with a stand, not sure if it's great or not. Don't know how you'd use a pop filter with this thing. https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-Condenser-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B014PYGTUQ/

Behringer Ultravoice XM8500 [~USD$20-30]:

It's an XLR microphone. Cheap, good if you have an XLR interface (which can be expensive). Requires you to buy your own stand iirc. Pop filter is recommended. https://www.amazon.com/Behringer-Ultravoice-Dynamic-Microphone-Cardioid/dp/B0002KZAKS/

Bestshoot Condenser [~USD$20]:

Generic microphone, but it sounds really good for the price. Not sure if you'll need an XLR interface; seems to come with a cable that converts it to your standard 3.5mm audio jack. You'll need to supply your own stand. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076J4TTQP/

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