Speak, priest! These audio-capturing beasties are my top three candidates for our hallowed best microphone award.

Forget expensive cameras or exotic locations. All you need is a solid podcast mic, something to record it into (ie. a laptop or PC) and a way of editing the audio later. Oh, and don't forget you'll ...

Shure MV7+ | USB | Dynamic | Built-in pop filter | 50 Hz to 16,000 Hz | $279 $249 at Amazon (save $30) If you're looking for the best USB podcast microphone, look no further. We loved this mic so ...

Based on hands-on testing, I chose the Shure MV7 as my number one pick for the best microphone for streaming because of its flexible USB and XLR connectivity, studio-quality output, and robust ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. Shure has had a busy year with lots of new product launches.