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. -
Atlas Sound M300-HH Handheld Wired Microphone
The AtlasIED M300-HH by Atlas Sound is a high quality, universal vocal sound reinforcement Cardioid Dynamic microphone.
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LD Systems U304.7 HHD Wireless Microphone System with Dynamic Handheld Microphone
Developed in Germany, UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.
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LD Systems U305.1 HHD Wireless Microphone System with Dynamic Handheld Microphone
Developed in Germany, UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.
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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. -
MIPRO ACT-700H UHF Handheld Microphone
The MIPRO ACT-700H UHF handheld transmitter is the latest in a line of premium, innovative and reliable wireless products from MIPRO. The redesigned patented battery compartment accommodates two alkaline batteries or one rechargeable 18500 lithium battery, a USB Type-C charging port with included cable provides for safe and intelligent charging. -
Sennheiser EW-DX SKM Wireless Digital Handheld Transmitter with MMD 835 Capsule
The Sennheiser EW-DX SKM is a digital handheld wireless transmitter/mic compatible with EW-DX wireless receivers. Well suited for a wide range of professional performance and presentation applications, the transmitter features an MMD 835 dynamic capsule with a cardioid pickup pattern that focuses audio capture on the talent in front of the mic capsule, helping to minimize noise and feedback. -
Sennheiser EW-DX SKM-S Wireless Digital Handheld Transmitter with MMD 835 Capsule and Mute Switch
The Sennheiser EW-D SKM-S is a rugged and versatile transmitter. Built with a metal housing with mic input trim control, the EW-D SKM-S features charging contacts for in-device charging, a programmable mute switch and function buttons to control all the transmitter settings. -
Audio-Technica ATW-3212/C510 3000 Series Fourth Generation Wireless Microphone System with ATW-C510 Handheld Mic
The Audio-Technica ATW-3212/C510 handheld wireless system comes with the ATW-R3210 receiver, ATW-T3202 handheld transmitter, and the ATW-C510 cardioid dynamic microphone capsule. The Audio-Technica 3000 Series wireless systems give you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum.
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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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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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Audio-Technica ATW-3212NC510 3000 Series Fourth Generation Network-Enabled Wireless Microphone System with ATW-C510 Handheld Microphone
The Audio-Technica ATW-3212NC510 wireless microphone system comes with the ATW-R3210N network-enabled receiver and ATW-T3202 handheld transmitter with ATW-C510 cardioid dynamic microphone capsule. 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-3212/C710 3000 Series Fourth Generation Wireless Microphone System with ATW-C710 Handheld Mic
The Audio-Technica ATW-3212/C710 handheld wireless system comes with the ATW-R3210 receiver, ATW-T3202 handheld transmitter, and the ATW-C710 cardioid condenser microphone capsule. The Audio-Technica 3000 Series wireless systems give you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum.
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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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Sennheiser ew 100 G4-835-S Wireless Dynamic Cardioid Handheld Microphone System
State-of-the-art live sound handheld wireless system featuring Sennheiser's renowned e 835 dynamic cardioid capsule on a lightweight aluminum transmitter with an integrated mute switch. Reliable and easy to use, whether you are on tour, in the conference room or in the auditorium – the G4 can do it all.
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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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Audio-Technica ATW-3212NC710 3000 Series Fourth Generation Network-Enabled Wireless Microphone System with ATW-C710 Handheld Microphone
The Audio-Technica ATW-3212NC710 wireless microphone system comes with the ATW-R3210N network-enabled receiver and ATW-T3202 handheld transmitter with ATW-C710 cardioid condenser microphone capsule. The fourth-generation 3000 Series wireless systems give you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum.
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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.
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Sennheiser ew 100 G4-935-S Wireless Dynamic Cardioid Handheld Microphone System
State-of-the-art live sound handheld wireless system featuring Sennheiser's renowned e 935 cardioid dynamic capsule on a lightweight aluminum transmitter with an integrated mute switch.
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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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Sennheiser ew 500 G4-935 G4 Wireless Dynamic Cardioid Handheld Microphone System
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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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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Sennheiser ew 100 G4-ME2/835-S Wireless Lavalier and Handheld Microphone Combo System
Sennheiser's ew 100 G4-ME2/835-S G4 is a state-of-the-art live sound handheld wireless and lavalier combo system featuring Sennheiser's renowned e 835 dynamic cardioid capsule on a lightweight aluminum transmitter and the robust ME 2-II (omni-directional) lavalier and bodypack.
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.