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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Our committed, experienced professional sales engineers deliver reliable designs and provide lifetime tech support for all products.
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Samson Concert 288 All-In-One Dual Channel Wireless System
The Samson Concert 288 All-In-One Dual Channel Wireless System takes the worry out of wireless by offering easy setup, flawless operation and premium sound.
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Shure BLX14/SM31 Headworn Fitness Wireless System with Shure SM31FH Fitness Headset Microphone
The Shure BLX14/SM31 headworn fitness wireless system is the ideal entry-level wireless microphone system for small venues. It is part of the BLX wireless systems family and features the SM31FH headset microphone. The Shure SSM31FH fitness headset condenser microphone's moisture-repellent cartridge housing ensures a long product life.
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Shure BLX14R/MX53 Headworn Wireless System
The Shure BLX14R/MX53 Headworn Wireless System combines professional-quality sound with simple setup and an intuitive interface for legendary audio performance right out of the box. It is part of the BLX wireless systems and features the MX153 Earset Headworn Microphone.
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Galaxy Audio GT-S Portable 2.4 GHz Wireless Headset Microphone System
The Galaxy Audio Trek wireless headset microphone transmits seamlessly to the Trek wireless receiver, which simply plugs into the 3.5 mm headphone jack of your smartphone, delivering quality audio to your video recording.
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Samson Concert 88x Headset UHF Wireless Microphone System
Taking the complexity out of going wireless, Samson Concert 88x combines professional-grade audio clarity, reliable operation in the UHF band with extremely easy setup. The Concert 88x Headset system is an excellent choice for singers, worship leaders, educators, fitness instructors and presenters making the leap to the freedom of wireless.List $279.98Price $199.99Savings $79.99 (29%) -
Samson AirLine Micro Earset Wireless System
The Samson AirLine Micro Earset Wireless System is not only Samson's smallest wireless system, but also their most comfortable and versatile.
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Samson AirLine 77 AH7 Fitness Headset Wireless System
The Samson AirLine 77 AH7 Fitness Headset system is a wireless microphone solution designed to meet the specific demands of fitness instructors and active performers. With the unique AH7 micro transmitter mounted to a sweat-resistant Qe fitness headset microphone, you can free yourself completely from cables and beltpacks for a truly exhilarating and motivating experience.
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Electro-Voice R300-E Wireless Headworn Microphone System - C Band (516 - 532 MHz)
The Electro-Voice R300-E is a robust UHF wireless bodypack system, suitable for any application where the convenience of a wireless headworn microphone is required.
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Samson AirLine 88x AH8 Fitness Headset System - D Band, 542 - 566 MHz (Open Box)
Free Shipping!The Samson AirLine 88x AH8 fitness headset system offers true wireless freedom without the inconvenience of a beltpack or cable. Featuring a lightweight, water-resistant micro transmitter headset with a secure yet comfortable fit, this frequency-agile UHF wireless system provides high definition sound, premium reliability, and a 300' operating range.
List $559.98Regular Price: $399.99
Pro Acoustics Price $339.99
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Shure BLX14/P31 Headworn Wireless System
The BLX14/P31 Headworn Wireless System is the ideal entry-level wireless microphone system for small venues. It is part of the BLX wireless systems family and features the PGA31 Headset Microphone.
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Samson AirLine 99m AH9 Fitness Headset Wireless Mic System - Band K (Open Box)
Free Shipping!The Samson AirLine 99m AH9 Fitness Headset system is a unique wireless microphone solution with a water/sweat-resistant Qe headset microphone designed to meet the specific demands of fitness instructors and other active performers.
List $559.98Regular Price: $399.99
Pro Acoustics Price $359.99
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Audio-Technica ATW-1101/H System 10 Digital Wireless Headworn Microphone System
Audio-Technica's ATW-1101/H System 10 is a digital high-fidelity wireless system designed to provide performing musicians and presenters with advanced 24-bit operation, easy setup and clear, natural sound quality. -
Samson AirLine 99m AH9 Fitness Headset Micro UHF Wireless System
The Samson AirLine 99m AH9 Fitness Headset system is a unique wireless microphone solution with a water/sweat-resistant Qe headset microphone designed to meet the specific demands of fitness instructors and other active performers.
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Samson AirLine 88x AH8 Fitness Headset System
The Samson AirLine 88x AH8 Fitness Headset system offers true wireless freedom without the inconvenience of a beltpack or cable. Featuring a lightweight, water-resistant micro transmitter headset with a secure yet comfortable fit, this frequency-agile UHF wireless system provides high definition sound, premium reliability, and a 300' operating range.
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Audio-Technica ATW-2192xb Wireless Headworn Microphone System - Black
The Audio-Technica ATW-2192xb wireless MicroSet omnidirectional condenser headworn microphone system is a 10-channel frequency-agile UHF wireless system designed to suit a variety of applications, including MI/live performance, fixed installation, public address, A/V rental houses and places of worship.
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Audio-Technica ATW-2192xbTH Wireless Headworn Microphone System - Beige
The Audio-Technica ATW-2192xbTH wireless MicroSet omnidirectional condenser headworn microphone system is a 10-channel frequency-agile UHF wireless system designed to suit a variety of applications, including MI/live performance, fixed installation, public address, A/V rental houses and places of worship.
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Electro-Voice RE3-BPHW UHF Wireless Mic System with HW3 Supercardioid Headworn Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE3-BPHW bodypack UHF wireless set contains the HW3 supercardioid headworn microphone voice performance, presentations, and athletic instruction.
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VocoPro Digital-Play-8 Eight-Channel Digital Wireless System with Headsets and Lavalier Microphones
The VocoPro Digital-Play-8 is an 8-channel wireless package configured with clip-on bodypacks to use headset or lapel microphones, whichever your situation may require. The Digital-Play-8 is show ready with a balanced XLR output for each channel, allowing for minute volume control; or patch in all the microphones with the two 1/4" mixed outputs.
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Audio-Technica ATW-3211/893x 3000 Series Fourth Generation Wireless Microphone System with BP893xcH Headworn Mic - Black
The Audio-Technica ATW-3211/893X is a fourth-generation 3000 Series wireless system that gives you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum. 3000 Series systems have an operating range of 300' (100 m) and are available in two frequency bands - DE2 (470-530 MHz) and EE1 (530-590 MHz) - that provide a class-leading 60 MHz tuning range, which is more than twice that offered by the previous 3000 Series models.
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Audio-Technica ATW-3211/893xTH 3000 Series Fourth Generation Wireless Microphone System with BP893xcH Headworn Mic - Beige
The Audio-Technica ATW-3211/893XTH is a fourth-generation 3000 Series wireless system that gives you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum. 3000 Series systems have an operating range of 300' (100 m) and are available in two frequency bands - DE2 (470-530 MHz) and EE1 (530-590 MHz) - that provide a class-leading 60 MHz tuning range, which is more than twice that offered by the previous 3000 Series models.
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Sennheiser ew 100 G4-ME3 Wireless Cardioid Headset Microphone System
The Sennheiser ew 100 G4-ME3 offers hands-free operation during performances and speeches. The ew 100 G4-ME3 features a robust bodypack transmitter and feedback resistant headmic ME 3-II with high speech intelligibility for daily use on stage.
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Audio-Technica ATW-3211/892x 3000 Series Fourth Generation Wireless Microphone System with BP892xcH Headworn Mic - Black
The Audio-Technica ATW-3211/892x fourth-generation 3000 Series wireless systems give you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum. 3000 Series systems have an operating range of 300' (100 m) and are available in two frequency bands – DE2 (470–530 MHz) and EE1 (530–590 MHz) – that provide a class-leading 60 MHz tuning range, which is more than twice that offered by the previous 3000 Series models.
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Audio-Technica ATW-3211/892xTH 3000 Series Fourth Generation Wireless Microphone System with BP892xcH Headworn Mic - Beige
The Audio-Technica ATW-3211/892xTH fourth-generation 3000 Series wireless systems give you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum. 3000 Series systems have an operating range of 300' (100 m) and are available in two frequency bands – DE2 (470–530 MHz) and EE1 (530–590 MHz) – that provide a class-leading 60 MHz tuning range, which is more than twice that offered by the previous 3000 Series models.
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Audio-Technica ATW-3211N893X 3000 Series Fourth Generation Network-Enabled Wireless Microphone System with BP893xcH Headworn Mic - Black
The Audio-Technica ATW-3211N893X is a fourth-generation 3000 Series wireless system that gives you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum. 3000 Series systems have an operating range of 300' (100 m) and are available in two frequency bands - DE2 (470-530 MHz) and EE1 (530-590 MHz) - that provide a class-leading 60 MHz tuning range, which is more than twice that offered by the previous 3000 Series models.
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.