Reddit mentions of ZINGYOU Condenser Microphone Bundle, BM-800 Mic Kit with Adjustable Mic Suspension Scissor Arm, Metal Shock Mount and Double-layer Pop Filter for Studio Recording & Broadcasting (Gold)

Chinese companies have been making cheapo generic condenser mics for years now. This is the one that I have: https://www.amazon.com/ZINGYOU-Microphone-BM-800-Double-layer-Broadcasting/dp/B0756V2B6R?ref_=ast_sto_dp

You'd be surprised at how good it sounds for being $30

If you want to try what I'm playing around with I can send u a few Amazon links.

30 dollar xlr mic
ZINGYOU Condenser Microphone... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0756V2B6R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Sound board
Focusrite Audio Interface Solo -... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E6T56CM?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Cable
AmazonBasics XLR Male to Female... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JNLTTKS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

voicemod is the program I'm currently using on my PC to make it sound louder (voice mod)

I'm not 100 percent on this being the best setup and I definitely have a list of better xlr microphones but those are more expensive at the moment.

Hey, I know I'm hitting this late. I'm looking to start a DnD play podcast with a few friends of mine. I'm totally new to audio recording though and would love some advice on getting recording gear. I was looking at mics and equipment and found a really good deal on some very cheap mic sets, and also know I'll probably need Phantom power and a mixer.
Do you think I could get away with starting with this stuff I've picked out (I've gone cheap because I'm very new at this) or is there other stuff you would recommend? Also ,is there anything I'm missing or should I be able to plug this stuff into a PC and record? OH! I almost forgot, I'm getting 3 mics to record 5 people, do you think that's enough or should I plan on one mic per person? Thank you for taking the time to read this!
Stuff I'm planning on buying:
Mixer: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QDN6Z83/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=ALJSAJJCN3221&psc=1
Mic Set : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0756V2B6R/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=AVM8BIH53RWJ1&psc=1
Phantom Power : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KAPGLQC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2HC58KVPP5OOH&psc=1

Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00QHURLCW/ref=mh_s9_acsd_top_boEu3_c_x_4_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=mobile-hybrid-3&pf_rd_r=WG6WTE1FKQJGX7TKVWNP&pf_rd_r=WG6WTE1FKQJGX7TKVWNP&pf_rd_t=30901&pf_rd_p=0103afa1-969e-59ec-af5f-b5e6ed4a4ba6&pf_rd_p=0103afa1-969e-59ec-af5f-b5e6ed4a4ba6&pf_rd_i=11973691


And 2 of these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0756V2B6R/ref=mp_s_a_1_29?ie=UTF8&qid=1517757516&sr=1-29-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=stereo+condenser+microphone&psc=1

I'm not like a professional but this mic/ stand combo has been great and is super cheap. In case you want to save up for something nice. Just in case

You can put any mic on a desk using a boom mount or desktop mount. You can get a normal XLR large diaphragm condenser. When I play online and use voice chat, everyone notices that I sound "magically clear and like a normal human voice" instead of potato-in-mouth headset.

Depends on your budget, but starting cheap, I'd recommend a $100 USB audio interface (they're all pretty much the same) which also gives you headphone out and separate volume for headphones/speakers, and to go along with that, get an AudioTechnica AT2020 ($100) plus an XLR cable. Get either a boom stand or a desktop stand and you're done.

If you want to go cheaper, you can get a Behringer C1 mic for like $50.

If you want to go SUPER cheap, check Amazon for cheap chinese knock-offs like this setup here which has the stand, mic, and a USB adapter with cable all for $35. You get what you pay for. The mic won't be potato, better than turtle beach or whatever, and better than iphone mic for guitar, and then upgrade pieces as you need, but the build quality suffers.

Good thing about amazon is their generous return policy. I would try that and see if it's total crap.

If you have a budget of $250 get Anything from this list here that has a mic/cable/stand and interface. Some will come with headphones too.

The real takeaway is - you CAN put some mics directly into the "mic-in" jack on your PC, but you shouldn't want to do this. Get a better interface. That's more important than what mic you use to start. I'd rather have a $100 interface (with +48v Phantom Power for condensers) and $20 condenser mic instead of a $500 microphone plugged straight into the computer.

Sorry my mistake it's a BM-800 like this one.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0756V2B6R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_r.aMDbN15J9V9

I've an external USB audio gadget as you recommended. Thanks for the help! Hopefully it works.

example

As an example... is this ok to start with?

This whole package is selling for $35 on amazon. Mic, arm, pop filter, xlr cable. Way under budget and great reviews.

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Edit: Forgot the link: https://www.amazon.com/ZINGYOU-Microphone-BM-800-Double-layer-Broadcasting/dp/B0756V2B6R/ref=sr_1_4?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1536620494&sr=1-4&keywords=mic+with+arm

Any condenser mic should work, and you can spend a lot or little and will probably end up with similar results either way.
HERE’S one for $35,
HERE’S one for $70, and
HERE’S one for $130. Any one of these mics would most likely serve your purposes. More expensive does not always mean better, so try not to overspend. I’d recommend using Amazon (unbeatable customer service IMO) and find your price point, then let the customer review section guide you to the best choice! Good luck!