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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Countryman E6i Omni Earset Microphone
Countryman's E6i Omni Earset Microphone is an extremely low-profile E6 Earset delivers beautifully uncolored audio while rejecting surrounding noise and feedback. An ultra-miniature electret condenser element is held close to the mouth by a thin boom and comfortable earpad.
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Sennheiser SL Headmic 1 Headworn Microphone for SpeechLine Systems - Beige
The Sennheiser SL Headmic 1 is an extremely unobtrusive and comfortable to-use headworn microphone.
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Sennheiser SL Headmic 1 Headworn Microphone for SpeechLine System - Silver
The Sennheiser SL Headmic 1 is an extremely unobtrusive and comfortable to-use headworn microphone.
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Sennheiser SL Headmic 1 Headworn Microphone for SpeechLine System - Black
The Sennheiser SL Headmic 1 is an extremely unobtrusive and comfortable to-use headworn microphone.
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Audio-Technica ATW-3211/831 True Diversity UHF Lavalier Wireless System
The Audio-Technica ATW-3211/831 Lavalier 3000 Series wireless system comes with the ATW-R3210 receiver, ATW-T3201 body-pack transmitter and AT831cH cardioid condenser lavalier microphone. The Audio-Technica 3000 Series wireless systems give you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum.
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Point Source CO2-8WL Series8 Dual Omni Lavalier Microphone
The CO2-8WL is two mics in one supporting two separate wireless transmitters. The lavalier’s one-of-a-kind design pairs two microphone elements into a single housing to create a form factor that is ultra low profile.
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Electro-Voice RE3-BPOL UHF Wireless Mic System with OL3 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE3-BPOL bodypack UHF wireless set features an OL3 omnidirectional lavalier microphone for voice performance and presentations.
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Shure MXW6X/O Omnidirectional Wireless Boundary Microphone Transmitter - Black
The Shure MXW6X/O is a low-profile omnidirectional boundary microphone transmitter in black for Microflex Wireless neXt systems. With 360° audio capture, encrypted transmission, and up to 17 hours of runtime, it’s ideal for conferencing and collaboration. -
Shure MXW6XW/O Omnidirectional Wireless Boundary Microphone Transmitter - White
The Shure MXW6XW/O is a white omnidirectional boundary microphone transmitter with 360° voice pickup. With 17-hour battery life, AES-256 encryption, and flexible mute control, it ensures clear, secure audio for professional conferencing. -
Shure SLXD14/93 Lavalier Wireless Microphone System
Your performance should never be in question. Whether presenting, educating, praising or entertaining, your relationship with your audience is singular. Featuring the WL93 Miniature Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone and the SLXD1 transmitter, the SLXD14/93 provides transparent digital audio and rock-solid RF stability for lecture halls and live performances.
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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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Shure SLXD14+/93 Digital Wireless Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone System
The Shure SLXD14+/93 digital wireless system pairs the SLXD1+ bodypack with the WL93 omnidirectional lavalier mic, delivering 24-bit audio, AES-256 encryption, ShowLink remote control, and reliable RF performance for professional hands-free applications. -
Audio-Technica ATW-3211N892x 3000 Series Fourth Generation Network-Enabled Wireless Microphone System with BP892xcH Headworn Mic - Black
The Audio-Technica ATW-3211N892x wireless microphone system comes with the ATW-R3210N network-enabled receiver and ATW-T3201 body-pack transmitter with BP892xcH MicroSet® omnidirectional condenser headworn microphone. The fourth-generation 3000 Series wireless systems give you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum.
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Audio-Technica ATW-3211N892xTH 3000 Series Fourth Generation Wireless Microphone System with BP892xcH-TH Headworn Mic - Beige
The Audio-Technica ATW-3211N892xTH wireless microphone system comes with the ATW-R3210N network-enabled receiver and ATW-T3201 body-pack transmitter with BP892xcH-TH MicroSet® omnidirectional condenser headworn microphone. The fourth-generation 3000 Series wireless systems give you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum.
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Shure SLXD14/153T Wireless Headworn Microphone System
Your performance should never be in question. Whether presenting, educating, praising or entertaining, your relationship with your audience is singular. Featuring the WL153T Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone and the SLXD1 transmitter, the SLXD14/153T provides transparent digital audio and rock-solid RF stability for lecture halls and live performances.
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Shure BLX1288/MX153 Dual Channel Wireless Combo Microphone System with BLX2/SM58 Handheld and MX153 Earset
The Shure Microflex MX153 is a professional subminiature earset microphone ideal for speech and other applications requiring low-profile discreet placement where improved gain before feedback over lavalier microphones is desired.
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Shure SLXD14+/153T Digital Wireless Earset Headworn Microphone System
The Shure SLXD14+/153T features the SLXD1+ bodypack and MX153T earset mic, delivering 24-bit audio, AES-256 encryption, rock-solid RF, and ShowLink remote control, perfect for reliable, hands-free wireless performance in live events and professional use. -
Audix AP41 OM2 L10 Wireless Microphone Combination System with R41 Diversity Receiver, H60/OM2 Handheld Transmitter, and ADX10 Lavalier Microphone
The Audix AP41 OM2 L10 is a combination system that allows for the flexibility of using either the OM2 handheld transmitter or the bodypack system with the ADX10 cardioid lavalier microphone. This package is designed for rental companies, hotels, presentation events, education and applications where only one transmitter would be required at a time.
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Audio-Technica ATW-1423/L System 20 PRO Dual Digital Wireless Microphone System with Lavalier and Handheld Microphones
The Audio-Technica ATW-1423/L includes a 4-channel receiver, handheld mic transmitter, body-pack transmitter, and lavalier mic. It delivers 24-bit/48 kHz audio, operates in 2.4 GHz, and supports up to 20 channels.List $1,179.99Price $1,179.00 -
Audio-Technica ATW-1421/L System 20 PRO Dual Digital Wireless Microphone System with Lavalier Microphones
The Audio-Technica ATW-1421/L includes one ATW-R1440 4-channel receiver, two ATW-T1401 body-pack transmitters, and two MT830cW lavalier mics, delivering high-quality, 24-bit digital wireless audio in a reliable and versatile setup.
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Shure AD2 VP68 Axient Digital Handheld Transmitter
With breakthrough RF performance and wide tuning up to 184 MHz, the AD series wireless handheld transmitter is a smart and sturdy handheld transmitter that puts professional quality digital audio within reach.
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Audix AP61 OM2 L10 Wireless Microphone System Combo with R61 Diversity Receiver, H60/OM2 Handheld Transmitter and B60 Bodypack Transmitter with ADX10 Lavalier Microphone
The Audix AP61 OM2 L10 is a Performance Series single-channel true diversity receiver and dual-transmitter bundle designed to deliver reliable long-range wireless audio for preachers, guest speakers, and announcers in houses of worship and live stage applications. -
Sennheiser EW-DX MKE 2 Set Dual Digital Wireless Microphone System with 2 Lavalier Mics
The Sennheiser EW-DX MKE 2 Set is a dual-channel digital UHF wireless microphone system with an impressive feature set designed to simplify your workflow while delivering uncompromising audio quality.List $3,549.00Price $2,999.00Savings $550.00 (15%)
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.
