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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Our committed, experienced professional sales engineers deliver reliable designs and provide lifetime tech support for all products.
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SONY ECM-44BC Electret Condenser Lavalier Microphone
The SONY ECM-44BC Electret Condenser Lavalier Microphone comes with 1.2cm cable and SMC9-4P connector for connection to Sony wireless belt pack transmitters.
List $148.00Price $119.95Savings $28.05 (19%) -
AKG CK80 High-Performance Shotgun Condenser Microphone Capsule
The AKG CK80 high-performance shotgun microphone capsule provides an 80° pickup angle and offers a speech-optimized frequency response.
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AKG C417 L Omnidirectional Lavalier Condenser Microphone with Mini XLR Connector
The AKG C417 L provides a professional three-pin mini XLR connector that fits the body pack transmitters of all AKG wireless microphone systems. -
Audio-Technica PRO 92cW-TH Omnidirectional Condenser Wireless Headworn Microphone
Audio-Technica's PRO 92cW wireless omnidirectional condenser headworn microphone offers a natural, smooth frequency response optimized for vocal articulation. The mic features a small condenser capsule; a lightweight, contoured earpiece; and a flexible boom that is easily repositioned for a comfortable fit.
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Sennheiser ME 2 Mini Omnidirectional Clip-On Lavalier Microphone
The Sennheiser ME 2 is a small omnidirectional lavalier microphone for use with the evolution Wireless SK bodypack transmitters for speech and vocal applications.
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Audio-Technica ATM230 Hypercardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
The ATM230 hypercardioid instrument microphone brings a compact drum model to Audio-Technica's popular Artist Series line.
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Shure 520DX Green Bullet Harmonica Microphone
The Shure 520DX Green Bullet Harmonica Microphone features a volume control knob at the base of the microphone that allows musicians to make adjustments to suit their needs during a live performance. Connect the 520DX directly into a guitar amplifier to produce the classic blues harp sound.List $179.00Price $139.00Savings $40.00 (22%) -
JTS CM-304SP Double Ear Sweat-Proof Omnidirectional Microphone Headset
The JTS CM-304SP is designed for fitness instruction and any applications where humidity is a concern. The sweat-proof feature is most wanted by the industry. Omni directional pick up pattern catches voice effectively. -
Audix OM3 Multi-Purpose Vocal and Instrument Dynamic Microphone
The Audix OM3 is a vocal dynamic microphone used for a wide variety of stage, home, and studio applications. This microphone has clear and accurate sound reproduction, resistance to feedback, and the ability to handle very high SPLs without distortion.List $169.00Price $139.00Savings $30.00 (18%) -
SONY ECM-44BMP Electret Condenser Lavalier Microphone
The SONY ECM-44BMP Electret Condenser Lavalier Microphone is an omni-directional microphone with a locking 1/8" Mini Phone Plug.
List $148.99Price $148.00 -
Audio-Technica ATM610a Hypercardioid Dynamic Handheld Microphone
Tuned for clear, detailed, extended-range reproduction of lead and backup vocals, the premier Artist Series dynamic vocal mic is equipped with a rare-earth magnet, a tight hypercardioid polar pattern and multi-stage grille design.
List $149.99Price $149.00 -
Shure SM11 Lavalier Microphone
The Shure SM11 is a miniature dynamic lavalier microphone designed for use in television broadcasting, sound reinforcement, certain radio and motion picture applications, and similar uses where a small, professional-quality microphone is required.
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Galaxy Audio HSM24 Waterproof Dual Ear Headset Microphone with 2 TA3F Cables
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.
List $224.99Price $149.99Savings $75.00 (33%) -
Galaxy Audio HSM24 Waterproof Dual Ear Headset Microphone with 2 TA4F Cables
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.
List $224.99Price $149.99Savings $75.00 (33%) -
Galaxy Audio HSM24 Waterproof Dual Ear Headset Microphone with 2 Hirose cW Cables
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.
List $224.99Price $149.99Savings $75.00 (33%) -
Galaxy Audio HSM24 Waterproof Dual Ear Headset Microphone with 2 3.5 mm Cables
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.
List $224.99Price $149.99Savings $75.00 (33%) -
Shure SM63L Omnidirectional Microphone
The smooth, wide frequency response of the SM63 is tailored for optimum speech intelligibility, and includes a controlled low-frequency rolloff for reduced pick-up of stand and wind noise. A built-in humbucking coil makes the microphones virtually immune to strong hum fields, such as those produced by studio lighting.
List $180.00Price $150.00Savings $30.00 (17%) -
SONY ECM-44BPT Electret Condenser Lavalier Microphone
The SONY ECM-44BPT Electret Condenser Lavalier Microphone is an omni-directional microphone without a power unit or connector. It has an excellent cost/performance ratio.
List $159.99Price $159.00 -
Audix OM3S Multi-Purpose Vocal and Instrument Dynamic Microphone with On/Off Switch
The Audix OM3S is a vocal dynamic microphone used for a wide variety of stage, home, and studio applications. This microphone has and On/Off switch, clear and accurate sound reproduction, resistance to feedback, and the ability to handle very high SPLs without distortion.List $189.00Price $159.00Savings $30.00 (16%) -
AKG C417 PP Omnidirectional Lavalier Condenser Microphone with Standard XLR Connector
The AKG C417 PP features a standard XLR connector that fits the body pack transmitters of all AKG wireless microphone systems. -
Audix OM5 Professional Hypercardioid Dynamic Handheld Vocal Microphone
The Audix OM5 vocal dynamic microphone is made with an extremely tight and uniformly controlled hypercardioid polar pattern which isolates the vocals from the rest of the instruments on stage or in a studio.List $199.00Price $169.00Savings $30.00 (15%) -
Audix D2 Professional Dynamic Instrument Microphone
The Audix D2 dynamic instrument microphone is used for stage, studio, and broadcast applications. It is designed with a hypercardioid pickup pattern for isolation and feedback control and is equipped with a VLM™ diaphragm for natural, accurate sound reproduction.List $219.00Price $179.00Savings $40.00 (18%) -
Audix D4 Professional Dynamic Instrument Microphone
The Audix D4 dynamic instrument microphone boasts a wide frequency response of 40 Hz – 18 kHz and can handle SPLs exceeding 144 dB. It's an ideal choice for miking instruments that demand precise, low-frequency reproduction. These include large rack toms, floor toms, cajon, djembe, tympani, leslie bottom, bass flute, saxophone and baritone saxophone, trombone, acoustic bass, bass cabinets, and small kick drums.List $219.00Price $179.00Savings $40.00 (18%) -
Audio-Technica ATW-C6100 Hypercardioid Dynamic Microphone Capsule
The Audio-Technica ATW-C6100 is an interchangeable hypercardioid dynamic microphone capsule for both the ATW-T3202 and ATW-T5202.
List $189.99Price $189.00
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.