Just because your phlegm is white or yellow does not give you a clean bill of health. Phlegm color is a reference point that needs to be considered along with other symptoms. If you have any reason to think your condition is worsening or your symptoms are bad, talk to your doctor. Geisinger otolaryngologist Dr. Barbara Kreel, MD, sees patients at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre.
A really nice sounding podium microphone is the AKG 747, C747 (discontinued) - Shotgun Microphone | AKG Acoustics. They are no longer made but are sometimes available on Ebay. They have a very natural sound to them and they are not harsh sounding in the least. Best of luck.
With condenser microphones, you'll find two different types: small diaphragm, and large diaphragm. Large Diaphragm Microphones. Large diaphragm microphones (LDMs) are generally the choice for studio vocals, and any instrument recording where a more deep sound is desired.