On the front of the microphone, there is a blue LED light behind the grill to indicate when the microphone is connected to the computer and receiving sufficient power.ĭirectly beneath the LED, there are two new dials that were non-existent on the previous model. The build quality of this microphone feels good, it has an all-metal body, a metal grille and has substantial weight to it. The excellent sound quality makes it comparable to more expensive studio XLR microphones. The Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ is a great quality plug-and-play mic and its ease of use makes it an ideal choice for a home studio. Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ – Cardioid Condenser USB 5 Best USB Microphones for Singing, Vocals & Podcasting 1. So let’s have a look at these microphones in a bit more detail and two more USB microphones that made it into our top 5 list.