Shure MV6 streaming mic now $142 — sturdy, auto-levels for gamers

The Shure MV6 USB Gaming Microphone, our top pick overall for the best microphone for gaming, is currently discounted to $142 on Amazon as we look towards the last act of Amazon Prime Day. It includes a short cable, but its sturdy desk stand should handle expressive use at the desk.

Its Motive Mix software includes an Auto Level Mode that helps keep volume consistent while you move or get into the action. Andy explains, "Dynamic mics can be sensitive to poor mic technique, like shifting your speaking position or constantly adjusting your distance.

To address this, Shure makes use of an Auto Level Mode within its Motive Mix software suite. This intelligently adjusts the gain in real-time to give a consistent volume of sound, jumping in to lower the gain setting if you suddenly yell, and boosting it if you begin to drift away from the microphone or shift in your seat." The MV6 is also less likely to blow out plosives, producing smoother waveforms.

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