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Remote working from home has always been a thing, but post-COVID lockdowns showed employers that some workers are happier being away from the office. It requires solid communication to sync up with teams, and this raises the question: Is investing in a dedicated audio setup actually worth the money? The answer is absolutely, as relying on built-in microphones on a work-issued laptop is one of the biggest causes of ineffective meetings.

So what's the best audio setup for work from home? Well, it starts with forgetting the laptop microphone and introducing a dedicated microphone into the daily workflow. And no one likes the sound of someone typing in a meeting, let's be honest. Upgrading to a standalone microphone makes sure that members of the team can focus on quality audio to better get messages across to colleagues.…