Shure - MV7+

i use the mv7+, get that

Got an MV7 on sale for $180 at Guitar Center. So far it's been great, still tweaking settings

Most content creators are using Shure SM7-B Shure MV7+ or Rode Procaster. The Procaster is within your price range while the SM7-B/MV7+ is round about 400 quids. Keep in mind that you need an audio interface which is an extra 100 quids depending which brand you want. I usually go for Focusrite Scarlett Solo in this case which is sufficient enough. These mics are fantastic but their use case are a bit different. The SM7B is what most musicians use for recording vocals but is also great to record a podcast. The MV7+ is more meant to be used for podcasts and doesn’t need an audio interface since it’s USB powered. The Procaster is always a good option if you’re not planing to record vocals for music.

Hhhm I'm slightly outisde that range with the Shure MV7 (the one with the usb connection). But it's a great mic. In my experience though even cheaper mics can sound good once you get the right settings and physical setup going

I'd get the Shure MV7. USB and XLR output so you can flex if your needs change. And you can get it with a boom arm and a good set of headphones for half your budget.

I personally use the Shure MV7 which is at the upper end of that price range. I've heard good things about the Samson Q9U which is a little bit cheaper.

I would still stay away from a condenser mic as they tend to pick up absolutely everything. I love my Shure MV7, but you could always go for the MV7+ if you are feeling fancy. I also have an AT2040 that I really like, and I think that comes in USB as well. Is there any reason you want to stay away from XLR?

Mine is still going strong after over a year of use. It definitely does need a pop filter, but those are cheap and easy to find.

Shure SM7B, or MV7, or if your budget does allow it The AT2020 USB, this mic is truely bomb... Please don't go for a blue snowball, or blue yeti 😭 Also look up the different between a dynamic mic and a condenser mic, background noise is a big difference. Sm7b is dynamic, zero background noise. At2020, picks up everything, because it's designed to be in a studio, to pick up everything.

The MV7 is awesome

Another vote for the monitors/mic/audio interface setup. Hugely controllable and great quality audio in and out. I have KRK RP7s fed by a MOTU M4 and a Shure MV7