Looking at a new audio setup

[tnislugo]

I have zero experience in audio and have only used headsets previously.
But as my headset has died I thought I'd dive into something more high end.
This is the list of things I've liked the look of so far.
Headphones - Audio-Technica ATH-A990Z. I want closed back so I don't get leakage into the mic. (I've heard thats what happens with open back), they were recommended by a mate.
DAC - Maverick Audio TubeMagic D1 Plus DAC. The D1 Plus has 3 different models https://www.mav-audio.com/store/index.php/dac.html (Was recommended by the same mate)
Mic - Rode PodMic. Want a dynamic mic as apparently condensor will pick up keyboard typing and mouse clicking sounds. Wanted to go XLR because apparently its easier to muck around with and do different silly things to your voice.
Mic XLR interface - No idea.

If I'm way off base with any of this stuff or you have another suggestion please let me know.
Also suggestions for the mic XLR interface are appreciated.

Cheers.

[The Flying Sloth]

9 hours ago, tnislugo said:

Wanted to go XLR because apparently its easier to muck around with and do different silly things to your voice.

This is entirely untrue

With a low budget I'd strongly suggest just sticking with a USB mic like the Samson Q2U or AT2005 that also have XLR as an option so that if the USB system dies you can fallback on XLR.

Otherwise, take a look at the guide in my signature, I explain this in detail

[tnislugo]

27 minutes ago, The Flying Sloth said:

This is entirely untrue

With a low budget I'd strongly suggest just sticking with a USB mic like the Samson Q2U or AT2005 that also have XLR as an option so that if the USB system dies you can fallback on XLR.

Otherwise, take a look at the guide in my signature, I explain this in detail

Thanks for replying, the Samson Q2U looks like the way I will go.
Could you recommend a desk mount arm/boom thing for it, is it called a shock mount?

[rice guru]

10 hours ago, tnislugo said:

Headphones - Audio-Technica ATH-A990Z. I want closed back so I don't get leakage into the mic. (I've heard thats what happens with open back), they were recommended by a mate.

not exactly true unless your recording raw  discord  or noise gate settings will be able to  negate this issue. if you are going with the samson q2u then an open back work well