Help me need a mic

[2xShi_2xSon]

Well hello i am starting some podcast/commentart and some twitch gaming and i need a good microphone..I dont have any experience with microphones always used a cheap headset mic

So i dont want it to be really big like blue yeti ....And the budget is around 100$

[EmoRarity]

If you don't want a fullsized, which is probably the highest quality option. (I.E AT2500)
You are probably stuck with a Snowflake or Modmic. 

[2xShi_2xSon]

Oh then i gueess i need a fullsized....Could you suggest me some like top 5

[x Relentless Xx]

Well hello i am starting some podcast/commentart and some twitch gaming and i need a good microphone..I dont have any experience with microphones always used a cheap headset mic

So i dont want it to be really big like blue yeti ....And the budget is around 100$

A little over ur budget but the Editors Keys SL150 is a great microphone

[2xShi_2xSon]

(I found 2 good budget ones (blue snowball vs samson metor ) which do you think is the best 
Blue Snwoball : http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Microphones-Snowball-Microphone-Aluminum/dp/B002OO333Q/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1407811324&sr=8-2&keywords=blue+snowball

Samson Meteor : http://www.amazon.com/Samson-Meteor-Studio-Microphone-Chrome/dp/B004MF39YS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407811384&sr=8-1&keywords=samson+meteor

[Deletive]

(I found 2 good budget ones (blue snowball vs samson metor ) which do you think is the best 

Blue Snwoball : http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Microphones-Snowball-Microphone-Aluminum/dp/B002OO333Q/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1407811324&sr=8-2&keywords=blue+snowball

Samson Meteor : http://www.amazon.com/Samson-Meteor-Studio-Microphone-Chrome/dp/B004MF39YS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407811384&sr=8-1&keywords=samson+meteor

samson meteor sucks.

try

Mxl Tempo, or if you can stretch for a at2020 that'll be even better.

( both are usb) 

http://www.amazon.com/MXL-Mics-MXL-TEMPO-KR-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B004OCD7EQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407811821&sr=8-1&keywords=mxl+tempo

http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020-USB-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B001AS6OYC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407811923&sr=8-1&keywords=at2020

[Deletive]

if you're willing to go xlr with a power supply 

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/nady-smps-1x-phantom-power-supply

http://www.amazon.com/MXL-770-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B0007NQH98/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1407812260&sr=1-1&keywords=mxl+770 

plus like 10 for the xlr cables

If you can reason out your budget, this will last you awhile. because it would be upgradable, like just throw in a audio interface between the xlr out and usb in like this one http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-302USB-Premium-5-Input-Interface/dp/B005EHILV4/ref=sr_1_2?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1407812055&sr=1-2&keywords=usb+audio+interface 

when you have the cash and you'll be set for a long time.

[NannerBeans]

If you're a beginner you really don't need anything more than a Blue Snowball. That is a quality mic at a good price and it makes no sense to invest any more for a little better quality when you don't even know if you can make back your investment. Also a ton of streamers just use headsets so it's not like it matters all that much anyway. 

[2xShi_2xSon]

Blue snowball? Is it really worth?
Any pros and cons

[Casual]

I got myself an Audio Technica ATR2500 about 2 weeks ago. It's a very nice microphone, and has awesome quality for the price.

 

If you were to go to retail stores (Radio Shack, Best Buy, etc,.), It will run you $100. On Amazon, you can find some nice deals on It (new and used). I unfortunately got It new at a retail store, because my microphone broke and I needed a new one the same day.

 

It's not that big of a mic either. I would suggest get the ATR 2500 from Amazon at a good price (new or used), and a pop filter (no need to spend more than $20.00, you can get them as cheap as $6.00 @Amazon). Also, the tripod that comes with ATR2500 Is kind of horrible, so picking a cheap mic stand/tripod from Amazon wouldn't hurt either. All of that can be purchased from Amazon for around your $100 budget.

[ShearMe]

I'd go with the blue snowball. It's good enough for a lot of streamers/youtubers and if you truly need something "better" you shouldn't be looking at USB mics anyways.

[NannerBeans]

Blue snowball? Is it really worth?

Any pros and cons

Pretty good quality but as with all condenser mics, it will pick up background noise. Simple to set up with usb and good enough for most people unless you're a professional. 

[2xShi_2xSon]

do i need an external stand for the snoball or a kind o studio foam for the vibrations? can anyone provide me links?
 

[ShearMe]

do i need an external stand for the snoball or a kind o studio foam for the vibrations? can anyone provide me links?

 

You don't need a stand, but having one makes it easier to get close to your mouth.

 

http://www.amazon.com/Wild-us-Professional-Adjustable-Suspension-Microphone/dp/B00GLGECUQ/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1407883772&sr=8-12&keywords=boom+arm