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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The Shure SSM31FH Fitness Headset Condenser Microphone's moisture-repellent cartridge housing ensures a long product life by protecting the microphone from the corrosion damage that causes typical fitness instruction headsets to fail. Available in bundled BLX and GLX-D wireless systems, the SM31FH features TA4F 4-pin (TQG) connectors that make it a viable replacement for any Shure wireless headset system.
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List $289.99Price $229.99Savings $60.00 (21%)The Special Projects SP-H2O water resistant headworn microphone is designed especially for the demanding environment of the fitness industry. The SP-H2O headset is durable, lightweight, comfortable and sounds great. It is the only IP67 rated waterproof headworn microphone with the exclusive detachable cable feature
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List $259.99Price $169.99Savings $90.00 (35%)Galaxy Audio® offers an extensive assortment of affordable, high-quality headset microphones. Our latest arrival, the new HSM24 Waterproof Headset Microphone, offers a super lightweight design for a more comfortable fit over extended periods of time, without using excessive pressure to hold the microphone in place. The flexible boom stem makes it easy to position the microphone for clear, articulate sound reproduction.
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List $259.99Price $169.99Savings $90.00 (35%)Galaxy Audio® offers an extensive assortment of affordable, high-quality headset microphones. Our latest arrival, the new HSM24 Waterproof Headset Microphone, offers a super lightweight design for a more comfortable fit over extended periods of time, without using excessive pressure to hold the microphone in place. The flexible boom stem makes it easy to position the microphone for clear, articulate sound reproduction.
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List $259.99Price $169.99Savings $90.00 (35%)Galaxy Audio® offers an extensive assortment of affordable, high-quality headset microphones. Our latest arrival, the new HSM24 Waterproof Headset Microphone, offers a super lightweight design for a more comfortable fit over extended periods of time, without using excessive pressure to hold the microphone in place. The flexible boom stem makes it easy to position the microphone for clear, articulate sound reproduction.
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List $259.99Price $169.99Savings $90.00 (35%)Galaxy Audio® offers an extensive assortment of affordable, high-quality headset microphones. Our latest arrival, the new HSM24 Waterproof Headset Microphone, offers a super lightweight design for a more comfortable fit over extended periods of time, without using excessive pressure to hold the microphone in place. The flexible boom stem makes it easy to position the microphone for clear, articulate sound reproduction.
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List $329.99Price $219.99Savings $110.00 (33%)The Galaxy GT-S24OWP is a lightweight, portable, and high fidelity waterproof wireless headset microphone. The waterproof design makes it an excellent choice for fitness activities such as aerobics, sports activities such as referee, dance and other high-intensity activities.
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Point Source Audio's popular CO-5 now has a waterproof counterpart. The CO-5w waterproof microphone is a durable earworn microphone with flexible boom designed for vocal reinforcement.
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The Point Source Waterproof Omni Lavalier Microphone has a low-profile of merely 4mm in diameter, but it embodies all the high performance characteristics you might expect from a larger format microphone
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The CO-8WS is a highly durable omnidirectional earworn microphone constructed to suit the most demanding commercial and professional applications.
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Point Source Audio's popular CO-5 now has a waterproof counterpart. The CO-5w waterproof microphone is a durable earworn microphone with flexible boom designed for vocal reinforcement.
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List $530.71Price $379.99Savings $150.72 (28%)The Samson AirLine Micro Earset Wireless System is a compact, UHF wireless solution featuring the AH2 earset transmitter and AR2 receiver. Rechargeable, water-resistant, and lightweight, it delivers clear hands-free audio for performers, presenters, and fitness instructors. Learn More -
List $531.98Price $379.99Savings $151.99 (29%)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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The EMBRACE microphones from Point Source Audio are an excellent solution for live productions.
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Expressively natural sound, low sensitivity, high max SPL, and interchangeable sweat-resistant frequency caps all make the Shure TwinPlex TL45 the perfect companion for professional theater applications. Learn More -
Expressively natural sound, low sensitivity, high max SPL, and interchangeable sweat-resistant frequency caps all make the Shure TwinPlex TL45 the perfect companion for professional theater applications. Learn More -
Expressively natural sound, low sensitivity, high max SPL, and interchangeable sweat-resistant frequency caps all make the Shure TwinPlex TL45 the perfect companion for professional theater applications. Learn More -
Expressively natural sound, low sensitivity, high max SPL, and interchangeable sweat-resistant frequency caps all make the Shure TwinPlex TL45 the perfect companion for professional theater applications. Learn More -
The Shure TwinPlex TL46 offers unmatched signal-to-noise, superior natural sound quality, and a high sensitivity output. Perfect for dialogue and medium SPL applications, the TL46 also features an ultra-durable 1.6 mm paintable cable. Learn More -
The Shure TwinPlex TL46 offers unmatched signal-to-noise, superior natural sound quality, and a high sensitivity output. Perfect for dialogue and medium SPL applications, the TL46 also features an ultra-durable 1.6 mm paintable cable. Learn More -
The Shure TwinPlex TL46 offers unmatched signal-to-noise, superior natural sound quality, and a high sensitivity output. Perfect for dialogue and medium SPL applications, the TL46 also features an ultra-durable 1.6 mm paintable cable. Learn More -
The Shure TwinPlex TL46 offers unmatched signal-to-noise, superior natural sound quality, and a high sensitivity output. Perfect for dialogue and medium SPL applications, the TL46 also features an ultra-durable 1.6 mm paintable cable. Learn More -
The Shure TwinPlex TL46 offers unmatched signal-to-noise, superior natural sound quality, and a high sensitivity output. Perfect for dialogue and medium SPL applications, the TL46 also features an ultra-durable 1.6 mm paintable cable. Learn More -
The Shure TwinPlex TL46 offers unmatched signal-to-noise, superior natural sound quality, and a high sensitivity output. Perfect for dialogue and medium SPL applications, the TL46 also features an ultra-durable 1.6 mm paintable cable. Learn More
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.
