Samson Q2U Rugged Wired Dynamic Microphone - Gray - 6.56 ft - Mono - 50 Hz to 15 kHz - 32 Ohm -54 dB - Cardioid, Uni-directional - Handheld, Stand Mountable - XLR, Mini USB, Mini-phone

I've had this microphone for a few months now and it's dealt very well with just tossing or leaving it wherever and not exactly taking great care of it. The sound is quite well and I've experienced no problems with it or any difficulties while using it on Linux. I have never tested it on windows but I see no reason why it wouldn't perform just as well on a windows system. The included cables have also been of good quality and dealt well with a few tugs or pulls from getting caught up or my dog ripping the cable out. Overall I'd say 4.8 out of 5 only because the sound quality isn't perfect but it's certainly more than good enough for it's price point. I'd highly recommend it for almost any use case.

The sound is no better than what you get with the cheapest mic you can buy. I was hoping the sound would be better, but it isn't. Tried connecting it to my phantom power unit with XLR connection and it registered no sound at all. So I used the USB connection. I don't know if I am going to keep it as a backup mic for when my other one goes down or get my money back.