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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Electro-Voice PL37 Condenser Overhead and Instrument Microphone
The Electro-Voice PL37 condenser overhead and instrument microphone is a tight-cardioid condenser microphone designed to capture all the crisp detail of cymbals, high-hats and percussion instruments on stage or in the studio. The PL37 delivers the dialed-in tone and detailed response to percussive transients that professional drummers and sound system engineers require. -
Electro-Voice ND76 Dynamic Cardioid Vocal Microphone
The Electro-Voice ND76 is a robust, high-performance, large-diaphragm dynamic cardioid vocal microphone.
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Electro-Voice ND44 Dynamic Tight Cardioid Instrument Microphone
The Electro-Voice ND44 is a robust, high-performance, large-diaphragm dynamic instrument microphone with a tight cardioid polar pattern.
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Electro-Voice ND76S Dynamic Cardioid Vocal Microphone with On/Off Switch
The Electro-Voice ND76S is a robust, high-performance, large-diaphragm dynamic cardioid vocal microphone with a near-silent on/off switch which allows users the convenience of turning on and off the mic as needed.
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Electro-Voice HM2 Headworn Condenser Microphone
The Electro-Voice HM2 Headworn Condenser Microphone is the ideal microphone for anyone who requires high-quality vocals in a hands-free application. The HM2 is perfect for use by lead vocalists, singing instrumentalists, dancers, aerobic instructors and other presenters.
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Electro-Voice RE90H Cardioid Hanging Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE90H Cardioid Hanging Microphone is a compact hanging-style condenser microphone. It is ideal for choral, instrumental, vocal groups and live theater.
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Electro-Voice R300-HD Wireless Handheld Microphone System - C Band (516 - 532 MHz)
The Electro-Voice R300-HD is a robust handheld UHF wireless system, suitable for any application where the convenience of a handheld transmitter is required.
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Electro-Voice R300-L Wireless Lavalier Microphone System - C Band (516 - 532 MHz)
The Electro-Voice R300-L is a robust UHF wireless bodypack system, suitable for any application where the convenience of a wireless lavalier microphone is required.
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Electro-Voice RE420 Condenser Cardioid Vocal Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE420 is a premium-grade, high-performance, condenser cardioid vocal microphone. Designed to reveal the exceptional detail and vivid clarity synonymous with condenser elements, it skillfully delivers the lyrical finesse required for expressive vocal performances.
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Electro-Voice RE92H Cardioid Pattern Hanging Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE92H Cardioid Pattern Hanging Microphone is designed specifically for applications where the condenser microphone needs to be suspended from above the sound source. It is ideal for theater, house of worship or any application where a small, high-quality mic needs to be "heard but not seen."
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Electro-Voice RE3-BPCL Wireless CL3 Lavalier Mic System - Band 5H (Open Box)
Free Shipping!The Electro-Voice RE3-BPCL bodypack UHF wireless set features a CL3 cardioid lavalier microphone for voice performance and presentations.
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Electro-Voice RE3-ND76 UHF Handheld Wireless Mic System with ND76 Dynamic Cardioid Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE3-ND76 handheld UHF wireless set featuring ND76 dynamic cardioid microphone head for vocal performance and presentations. The ND 76’s crisp, clear, and balanced vocal presence is ideal for all-around voice applications.
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Electro-Voice RE3-BPCL UHF Wireless Mic System with CL3 Cardioid Lavalier Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE3-BPCL bodypack UHF wireless set features a CL3 cardioid lavalier microphone for voice performance and presentations.
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Electro-Voice RE3-RE420 UHF Handheld Wireless Mic System with RE420 Condenser Cardioid Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE3-RE420 handheld UHF wireless set features an RE420 condenser cardioid microphone head for vocal performance and presentations.
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.