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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Sennheiser L 6000 Charging Station for Digital 6000 and 9000
The Sennheiser L 6000 charging station for the Digital 6000 and 9000, with flexible loading module configurations for handheld transmitters or bodypack battery packs.
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Sennheiser ew 500 G4-MKE2 G4 Wireless Omni-Directional Lavalier Microphone System
For impressive presentations Sennheiser's professional MKE 2 Gold omni-directional condenser microphone resists the test of time on any big live stage and ensures a high speech intelligibility.
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Sennheiser ew 300 G4-ME2-RC G4 Wireless Omni-Directional Lavalier Microphone System
The Sennheiser ew 300 G4-ME2-RC is a powerful clip-on mic package that is easy to operate and reliable. The 300 series lavalier mic set ensures hands-free operation even during the longest congress or lecture.
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Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 Two-Channel Digital Rackmount Receiver
The Sennheiser EW-DX EM 2 is a dual-channel digital wireless receiver compatible with EW-DX SK bodypack, EW-DX SKM handheld, and EW-DX TS tabletop transmitters. Housed in a rugged, all-metal housing built to withstand the rigors of professional use, it can sit on a tabletop or be rack-mounted with the included rackmount kit. -
Sennheiser ew 300 G4-865-S Wireless Supercardioid Handheld Microphone System
The Sennheiser ew 100-865-S G4 series uses the power of an increased switching bandwidth of up to 88 MHz. New frequency ranges allow to operate multi-channel setups with dozens of channels while securing reliable operation - despite digital dividend.
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Sennheiser Tourguide SKM 2020-D Wireless Handheld Microphone
The sturdy, reliable SKM 2020-D-US handheld transmitter may be the easiest way to address your audience. Should a participant have a question, simply hand the microphone to them and all participants will hear clearly!
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Sennheiser ew 300 G4-HEADMIC1-RC G4 Wireless Omni-Directional Headset Microphone System
The Sennheiser ew 300 G4 HEADMIC1-RC is the pro’s choice for lively lectures and speeches. Its high speech intelligibility makes the headset microphone, besides its good look, absolutely reliable. Remote mute switch available for the bodypack transmitter.
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Sennheiser ew 500 G4-965 G4 Wireless Handheld Microphone System with Switchable Cardioid Supercardioid Capsule
The wireless G4 500 Series systems includes a powerful handheld transmitter with a lightweight black aluminum housing, increased bandwidth and transmission power, ready to take the world’s biggest live stages.
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Sennheiser AD 9000 Remote Controlled Antenna Booster
The remote-controlled antenna booster contains eight highly selective filters that each allow a 24 MHz frequency window to pass.
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Sennheiser ew 500 G4-KK205 Handheld Wireless Vocal System
The Sennheiser ew 500 G4-KK205 vocal set combines the power and flexibility of Sennheiser’s ew 500 G4 wireless series with the highly-regarded audio quality of Neumann’s KK 205 super-cardioid condenser capsule.
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Sennheiser SR 2050 IEM 19" Rack Twin Transmitter for Wireless Monitoring
Robust 19" rack twin transmitter for wireless monitoring. Up to 6 x 32 tunable channels. Switchable HF output power. Remote-controllable via "Wireless Systems Manager".
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Sennheiser EW-DX SK / SKM-S Base Set Dual Digital Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and Handheld Transmitter - No Mics
The Sennheiser EW-DX SK / SKM-S Base 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. -
Sennheiser SKM 6000 Wireless Handheld Transmitter A5 - A8
The Sennheiser SKM 6000 digital handheld transmitter is equipped for every voice, every song and every demand on the world’s live stages. Sophisticated electronics prevent disturbing intermodulation, even with numerous transmitters in the most confined spaces.
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Sennheiser SKM 6000 Wireless Handheld Transmitter A1 - A4
The SKM 6000 digital handheld transmitter is equipped for every voice, every song and every demand on the world’s live stages. Sophisticated electronics prevent disturbing intermodulation, even with numerous transmitters in the most confined spaces.
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Sennheiser EW-DX 835-S Set Dual Digital Wireless Microphone System with 2 Handheld Mics and MMD 835 Capsules
The Sennheiser EW-DX 835-S 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. -
Sennheiser EW-DX MKE 2-835-S Set Dual Digital Combo Wireless Microphone System with Handheld and Lavalier Mic
The Sennheiser EW-DX MKE 2-835-S 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. -
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. -
Sennheiser SKM 9000 BK COM Wireless Handheld Microphone
Experience the outstanding clarity of the SKM 9000, a world class digital handheld transmitter ready to take on any challenge.
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Sennheiser EM 6000 2-Channel Digital Wireless Receiver 244 MHz Switching Bandwidth
The Sennheiser EM 6000 is a 2-channel digital wireless receiver for demanding live production applications. It features a digital AES output with word clock in and outputs, high-quality, transformer balanced analog XLR and 6.3 mm TRS jack outputs, and a headphone output.
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Sennheiser EM 9046 AAO Multi Channel Audio Receiver with Analogue Audio Output Module
The EM 9046 multi-channel receiver with analogue audio output module is destined to become the reference standard throughout the broadcast and theatre production industries, like the legendary EM 1046 that came before.
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.