Microphones
Need help selecting and purchasing the correct microphone for your needs and application? Here are some helpful information and frequently asked questions about microphones.
We offer a comprehensive selection of microphones from world-class brands such as Shure Audio, Audio Technica, Blue Mics, Sennheiser, AKG, Electro-Voice, Samson, Beyerdynamic, Audix, MXL, Astatic, Lectrosonics, Sony, CAD Audio, MiPro, Line 6, Samson, Galaxy Audio, RF Venue, Countryman, Xvive Audio and more. We carry a huge inventory of handheld, headset, lavaliere, instrument, drum, hanging, boundary, recording, and test microphones, cables, windscreens, microphone mounts, connectors, parts, stands, and accessories.
Most often customers are using their microphones for vocals, miking an instrument or amplifier, recording or podcasting. These are some go-to industry-standard microphone brands and models that won’t let you down, they are very cost-effect and will last for years.
Best and most often used live performance vocal microphone?
The legendary Shure SM58 cardioid vocal microphone tailored to deliver warm and clear vocal reproduction. It has a brightened mid-range tailored for vocals and bass roll-off, a pneumatic shock mount system, and a built-in spherical wind and pop filter. With a classic, timeless sound that is both rich and clear, the SM58 is the vocal microphone of choice for legends and contemporary performers alike.
What’s a good all-around microphone for my amplifier, drums, live sound, and recording applications?
The Shure SM57 is the world's single most versatile microphone. On the live stage or in the studio, the SM57 captures every sound from powerful playing to nuanced performance. The Shure SM57 is a low-impedance cardioid dynamic microphone, rugged, versatile and bulletproof, and the most commonly used in live sound reinforcement and studio recording.
What’s a good quality, easy to use, and affordable microphone I can use for recording in my studio or home recording setup?
The are many cost-effective studio microphones, we find that the most versatile and super cost-effective is the Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone. The price and performance standard in side-address studio condenser microphone technology; ideal for home-studio applications. Its low-mass diaphragm is custom-engineered for extended frequency response and superior transient response. With rugged construction for durable performance, the microphone offers a wide dynamic range and handles high SPLs with ease.
What’s the best podcasting microphone that I can plug directly into my USB port on my computer?
The Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ cardioid condenser USB microphone, it features a built-in headphone jack with volume control that allows you to directly monitor your microphone signal with no delay. It also offers mix control that blends microphone and pre-recorded audio. The microphone's cardioid pickup pattern delivers excellent off-axis rejection, while its A/D converter with a 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate ensures extremely articulate sound reproduction.
The most important thing to ask yourself when choosing a microphone is, what is the application, or how do you plan on using it? Will it be on the live stage for vocals, miking your amp, or to miking an instrument? Is it intended for studio recording, podcasting, broadcast, stadium announcements? You want to match your microphone to the environment, user, pattern coverage, frequency response, sound pressure level (SPL), and other important mic performance characteristics.
Not sure what microphone to buy?
Let one of our friendly, knowledgeable sound engineers help you find the right microphone that matches your budget and needs, they will guide you through the most important characteristics of the many different microphone brands, types, models, and price ranges.
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Choosing A Microphone
Most people feel overwhelmed when trying to choose the right microphone. Don’t worry. With over 100 years of collective audio design experience, we’ve got you covered.
1. Select Microphone
Choose from the selection of microphones from world-class brands below that you feel will best meet your needs. Don’t worry, this is just a starting point.
2. Customize with a Sales Engineer
One of our Sales Engineers will guide you in finalizing a product selection that is tailored to your application and budget.
3. Purchase the Right Mic for You
Feel confident knowing that the microphone you have purchased is designed by a qualified audio engineer and will work - exactly the way you need it.
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Audix OM7 Hypercardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
The Audix OM7 vocal dynamic microphone is used by professional sound companies, front of house and mixing engineers as well as high profile fixed installations. This microphone provides unprecedented gain before feedback on concert level stages without sacrificing sound quality.
List $299.00Price $249.00Savings $50.00 (17%) -
Gator Frameworks GFW-MIC-CLIPW Wireless Microphone Clip
The Gator Frameworks GFW-MIC-CLIPW wireless microphone clip can accommodate both US and Euro wireless mics.
List $9.99Price $4.99Savings $5.00 (50%) -
On-Stage Stands MY110 Unbreakable Rubber Wireless Mic Clip
The On-Stage Stands MY110 rugged tapered mic clip for wireless microphones is nearly unbreakable! It fits most wireless microphones, gripping them securely for worry-free miking.
List $18.99Price $10.95Savings $8.04 (42%) -
Shure CVL Lavalier Condenser Microphone (Open Box)
Free Shipping!The Shure CVL Lavalier Condenser Microphone's unidirectional cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted sound for superior audio quality and vocal reproduction. Precision-engineered for years of use with all Shure wireless systems.
List $50.00Regular Price: $40.17
Pro Acoustics Price $32.99
Savings $17.01 (34%) -
Azden EX-507XD Professional Lapel Microphone for PRO-XD
The Azden EX-507XD is a high-performance lapel microphone that is specially designed for use with Azden’s PRO-XD Wireless Microphone System.
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Anchor Audio MIC-50 Handheld Microphone
The Anchor Audio MIC-50 is professional dynamic handheld microphone used with the MegaVox Pro, RescueMAN, AN-Mini/MiniVox Lite, and TourVox Systems.
List $62.00Price $52.00Savings $10.00 (16%) -
Atlas Sound MWLM Wireless Lapel Microphone for MWBPT Wireless Transmitter
The Atlas Sound MWLM is a lapel mic with a mini-XLR cable designed for use with the MWBPT belt-pack transmitter and MWRCVR wireless receiver as part of a wireless microphone system.
List $63.99Price $52.99Savings $11.00 (17%) -
MIPRO MU-53LX Cardioid Condenser Lavaliere Microphone
The MIPRO MU-53LX 10 mm cardioid condenser lavaliere microphone is ideal for AV presenters, instructors, and ministers, as well as those involved in theater and broadcasting. Its small size, natural sound, dependability, and affordability are the key features of this superior microphone.
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Shure PGA58 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
The Shure PGA58 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone is a professional quality vocal microphone with an updated industrial design that features a black metallic finish and grille offering an unobtrusive visual presence. Legendary Shure quality construction ensures exceptional performance in rigorous environments.
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MIPRO MU-55LX Omnidirectional Condenser Lavaliere Microphone
The MIPRO MU-55LX omnidirectional condenser lavaliere microphone is ideal for AV presenters, instructors, and ministers, as well as those involved in theater and broadcasting. Its small size, natural sound, dependability, and affordability are the key features of this superior microphone.
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JTS CM-801B Omni-Directional Single Ear Headset Microphone - Black (Open Box)
The JTS CM-801B is a single ear hook sub miniature omni directional microphone. Designed with a condenser capsule of diameter 2.5 mm using JTS advanced Electret Condenser Microphone technology making it ideal for theater, production and broadcasting.Free Shipping!List $89.00Regular Price: $79.00
Pro Acoustics Price $67.99
Savings $21.01 (24%) -
JTS CM-801B Omni-Directional Single Ear Headset Microphone - Black (Open Box)
The JTS CM-801B is a single ear hook sub miniature omni directional microphone. Designed with a condenser capsule of diameter 2.5 mm using JTS advanced Electret Condenser Microphone technology making it ideal for theater, production and broadcasting.Free Shipping!List $89.00Regular Price: $79.00
Pro Acoustics Price $67.99
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AKG P3 S High-Performance Dynamic Microphone
The AKG Perception P3 S is a high-performance dynamic microphone ideal for backing vocals, guitar and wind instruments. Its cardioid polar pattern picks up sound from in front of the microphone while reducing feedback and unwanted noise from behind.
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MIPRO MU-53HNX Cardioid Condenser Headset Microphone
The Mipro MU-53HNX cardioid condenser headworn microphone is ideal for applications that require clear and natural vocal audio such as theatrical performances, houses of worship, broadcast studios, performers, AV presenters, and aerobics instructors.
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AKG P4 High-Performance Dynamic Instrument Microphone
The Perception P4 high-performance dynamic instrumental microphone delivers intense sound for use on drums, percussion, wind instruments and guitar amps.
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JTS CM-801B Omni-Directional Single Ear Headset Microphone - Black
The JTS CM-801B is a single ear hook sub miniature omni directional microphone. Designed with a condenser capsule of diameter 2.5 mm using JTS advanced Electret Condenser Microphone technology making it ideal for theater, production and broadcasting. -
Atlas Sound M300-HH Handheld Wired Microphone
The AtlasIED M300-HH by Atlas Sound is a high quality, universal vocal sound reinforcement Cardioid Dynamic microphone.
List $95.99Price $84.99Savings $11.00 (11%) -
Audio-Technica AT-AT2021 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Ideal for home studio and live applications, the low-profile AT2021 offers an extended frequency response, high maximum SPL and wide dynamic range.
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Galaxy Audio GT-V Trek Series Portable Wireless Lavalier Microphone System
The Galaxy Audio Trek GT-V is a user-friendly, battery powered compact wireless microphone system. Getting rich, clear, articulate audio while recording video can be especially difficult when standing away from the microphone. The Galaxy Trek wireless lavalier microphone transmits seamlessly to the Trek wireless receiver, which simply plugs into the 3.5mm headphone jack of your smartphone, delivering quality audio to your video recording.
List $134.99Price $89.99Savings $45.00 (33%) -
Shure PGA58BTS Microphone Kit with PGA58 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Mic, Stand and 15ft Cable
The Shure PGA58BTS Vocal Microphone Kit is a professional quality microphone package ideal for lead and backup vocal performances. It includes a PGA58 handheld microphone with a cardioid, dynamic capsule that provides a clear sound, a tripod microphone stand, mic clip and 15ft XLR to XLR cable. Great for recording studios, stages, or for live streaming.List $129.00Price $99.00Savings $30.00 (23%) -
Samson LM10x Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone with Miniature Condenser Capsule
The Samson LM10x is a lightweight and discreet lavalier microphone solution that provides exceptional clarity and audio reproduction for live stage, broadcast, conference, lecture, presenter and house of worship applications. The miniature condenser mic element clips directly to a tie, lapel, or other article of clothing for an unobtrusive and professional appearance.List $149.99Price $99.99Savings $50.00 (33%) -
AmpliVox S2031X Handheld Microphone with Cable
The AmpliVox S2031 handheld cardioid dynamic microphone features low-impedance and a frequency response of 50–15,000 Hz. It also includes a 15 foot XLR cable.
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Point Source CO-3 Omnidirectional Single-Ear Microphone
The CO-3 Series Microphone is an entry-level ear-worn microphone designed for speech reinforcement for church liturgy, lecturing, and other applications that require good quality vocal pick up in a hands-free environment.
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AKG P2 High-Performance Dynamic Bass Microphones
The Perception P2 high-performance dynamic bass microphone delivers a profound, high-energy low end for use on kick drums, trombones and bass amps.
Need help selecting and purchasing the correct microphone for your needs and application? Here are some helpful information and frequently asked questions about microphones.
We offer a comprehensive selection of microphones from world-class brands such as Shure Audio, Audio Technica, Blue Mics, Sennheiser, AKG, Electro-Voice, Samson, Beyerdynamic, Audix, MXL, Astatic, Lectrosonics, Sony, CAD Audio, MiPro, Line 6, Samson, Galaxy Audio, RF Venue, Countryman, Xvive Audio and more. We carry a huge inventory of handheld, headset, lavaliere, instrument, drum, hanging, boundary, recording, and test microphones, cables, windscreens, microphone mounts, connectors, parts, stands, and accessories.
Most often customers are using their microphones for vocals, miking an instrument or amplifier, recording or podcasting. These are some go-to industry-standard microphone brands and models that won’t let you down, they are very cost-effect and will last for years.
Best and most often used live performance vocal microphone?
The legendary Shure SM58 cardioid vocal microphone tailored to deliver warm and clear vocal reproduction. It has a brightened mid-range tailored for vocals and bass roll-off, a pneumatic shock mount system, and a built-in spherical wind and pop filter. With a classic, timeless sound that is both rich and clear, the SM58 is the vocal microphone of choice for legends and contemporary performers alike.
What’s a good all-around microphone for my amplifier, drums, live sound, and recording applications?
The Shure SM57 is the world's single most versatile microphone. On the live stage or in the studio, the SM57 captures every sound from powerful playing to nuanced performance. The Shure SM57 is a low-impedance cardioid dynamic microphone, rugged, versatile and bulletproof, and the most commonly used in live sound reinforcement and studio recording.
What’s a good quality, easy to use, and affordable microphone I can use for recording in my studio or home recording setup?
The are many cost-effective studio microphones, we find that the most versatile and super cost-effective is the Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone. The price and performance standard in side-address studio condenser microphone technology; ideal for home-studio applications. Its low-mass diaphragm is custom-engineered for extended frequency response and superior transient response. With rugged construction for durable performance, the microphone offers a wide dynamic range and handles high SPLs with ease.
What’s the best podcasting microphone that I can plug directly into my USB port on my computer?
The Audio-Technica AT2020USB+ cardioid condenser USB microphone, it features a built-in headphone jack with volume control that allows you to directly monitor your microphone signal with no delay. It also offers mix control that blends microphone and pre-recorded audio. The microphone's cardioid pickup pattern delivers excellent off-axis rejection, while its A/D converter with a 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate ensures extremely articulate sound reproduction.
The most important thing to ask yourself when choosing a microphone is, what is the application, or how do you plan on using it? Will it be on the live stage for vocals, miking your amp, or to miking an instrument? Is it intended for studio recording, podcasting, broadcast, stadium announcements? You want to match your microphone to the environment, user, pattern coverage, frequency response, sound pressure level (SPL), and other important mic performance characteristics.
Not sure what microphone to buy?
Let one of our friendly, knowledgeable sound engineers help you find the right microphone that matches your budget and needs, they will guide you through the most important characteristics of the many different microphone brands, types, models, and price ranges.