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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Shure GLXD24+/SM58 Digital Wireless Handheld System with SM58 Vocal Microphone
The Shure GLXD24+/SM58 dual band vocal system with SM58 vocal microphone delivers superior, transparent digital audio. The perfect combination of the automatic frequency management with the new dual band Technology provides reliable and consistent performance. -
Shure BLX288/SM58 Wireless Dual Vocal System with 2 SM58 Handheld Transmitters
The Shure BLX288/SM58 dual channel wireless handheld system is part of the Shure BLX® Wireless Systems family. It combines simple wireless setup, professional-grade performance, and two SM58 industry-standard vocal microphones to deliver warm and clear vocal reproduction.
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Shure SLXD2/SM58 Handheld Wireless Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
The Shure SLXD2/SM58 digital wireless handheld mic delivers transparent, 24-bit digital audio and rock solid RF performance with easy setup and rechargeability options in a suite of versatile wireless system configurations. -
Shure SLXD2/B58 Handheld Wireless Supercardoid Dynamic Microphone
The Shure SLXD2/B58, featuring the Beta®58A interchangeable microphone capsule is the choice for confident speech presentation and vocal performance - from lecture halls to live entertainment. -
Shure SLXD2/B87A Handheld Wireless Supercardoid Condenser Microphone
The Shure SLXD2/B87A, featuring the Beta®87A interchangeable microphone capsule is the choice for confident speech presentation and vocal performance - from lecture halls to live entertainment. -
Shure SLXD2/K8B Handheld Wireless Dual-Diaphragm Dynamic Microphone
The Shure SLXD2/K8B, featuring a black KSM8 Dualdyne™ interchangeable microphone capsule is the choice for confident speech presentation and vocal performance from lecture halls to live entertainment. -
Shure GLXD24R+/SM58 Digital Wireless Rack System with SM58 Vocal Microphone - Band Z3
The Shure GLXD24R+/SM58 features the industry standard SM58® vocal microphone and a half-rack GLXD24+/SM58 dual band vocal system that delivers superior, transparent digital audio.
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Shure BLX1288/W85 Dual Channel Wireless Combo Microphone System with BLX2/SM58 Handheld and WL185 Lavalier
The Shure WL185 premium cardioid lavalier microphone brings a new level of sophistication to personal voice reproduction. Like all Microflex family microphones, this lavalier uses an interchangeable condenser cartridge, meaning there will always be a lavalier to suit your application. -
Shure SLXD24/SM58 Handheld 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 legendary SM58® Cardioid Dynamic Microphone capsule on top of the SLXD2 handheld wireless transmitter, the SLXD24/58 provides transparent digital audio and rock-solid RF stability for lecture halls and live performances.
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Shure GLXD24R+/B58 Digital Wireless Rack System with BETA 58A Vocal Microphone - Band Z3
The Shure GLXD24R+/B58 features the industry standard BETA®58A vocal microphone and a half-rack GLXD24+/B58 dual band vocal system that delivers superior, transparent digital audio.
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Shure SLXD24/B58 Handheld 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 Beta®58A Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone capsule on top of the SLXD2 handheld wireless transmitter, the SLXD24/B58 provides transparent digital audio and rock-solid RF stability for lecture halls and live performances.
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Shure GLXD24R+/B87A Digital Wireless Rack System with BETA 87A Vocal Microphone - Band Z3
The Shure GLXD24R+/B87A features the industry standard BETA®87A vocal microphone and a half-rack GLXD24+/B87A dual band vocal system that delivers superior, transparent digital audio.
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Shure SLXD24/B87A Handheld 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 Beta®87A Supercardioid Condenser Microphone capsule on top of the SLXD2 handheld wireless transmitter, the SLXD24/B87A provides transparent digital audio and rock-solid RF stability for lecture halls and live performances.
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Shure SLXD124/85 Combo Wireless Handheld and Lavalier Microphone System
Your performance should never be in question. Whether presenting, educating, praising or entertaining, your relationship with your audience is singular. With the Shure SLX-D Digital Wireless you can stand confidently on a strong foundation and build the wireless installation to match ongoing demands, from day-long conference to nighttime performances.
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Shure SLXD24/K8B Handheld Wireless Microphone System with KSM8 Dualdyne Capsule
Your performance should never be in question. Whether presenting, educating, praising or entertaining, your relationship with your audience is singular. Featuring the KSM8 Dualdyne™ Cardioid Dynamic Microphone capsule on top of the SLXD2 handheld wireless transmitter, the SLXD24/K8B provides transparent digital audio and rock-solid RF stability for lecture halls and live performances.
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Shure SLXD24D/SM58 Dual Channel Handheld Wireless Microphone System
Featuring two legendary SM58® Cardioid Dynamic Microphone capsules on SLXD2 handheld wireless transmitters, the Shure SLXD24D/SM58 provides transparent digital audio and rock-solid RF stability for lecture halls and live performances.
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Shure SLXD24D/B58 Dual Channel Handheld Wireless Microphone System
Featuring two Beta® 58 Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone capsules on SLXD2 handheld wireless transmitters, the Shure SLXD24D/B58 provides transparent digital audio and rock-solid RF stability for lecture halls and live performances. -
Stadium Wireless Microphone System with 2 Shure QLX-D Wireless Systems with Handheld and Headset Mic
This stadium wireless microphone system with a handheld and headworn mic is ideal for stadiums, arenas, indoor-outdoor sporting events, announcers, public speakers and other performers where long-range capability, wide coverage, reliable high-quality vocal transmission and ease-of-operation are highly important.
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.