Distance: Position the microphone between 6 and 12 inches away from your mouth. Alternatively, use the "hand spread" technique: extend your hand with your thumb on your chin and pinky on the pop ...

For podcasters and live musicians who want to travel light, Shure has a microphone and interface for Mac, iPad and iPhone.

Considering this mic is just $89, I will put my hand on my heart and say this is one of the best bang-for-buck mics on the market right now. It performs like it should be upwards of $150.