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 SM35-XLR Headset Microphone
The Shure SM35 performance headset condenser microphone gives multi-instrumentalists the freedom to express themselves without sacrificing sound quality.List $199.00Price $159.00Savings $40.00 (20%) -
AKG C555 L High Performance Head-Worn Condenser Microphone
The C555 L provides a three-pin mini XLR connector and can be used with all AKG WMS Series body-pack transmitters, B29 L battery power supply, or the MPA VL adapter for external phantom powering.
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AKG CHM99 Hanging Cardioid Condenser Microphone
AKG CHM99 Hanging Cardioid Condenser Microphone, is a hanging microphone module with cardioid polar pattern, used to record music or speech in houses of worship, conference rooms or on theater stages. -
Shure SM137 Instrument Microphone
The SM137-LC is a versatile, flat-response cardioid condenser probe microphone with an ultra-thin diaphragm for a frequency response that combines a smooth high-end with a tight, controlled low-end and a 15db pad for natural sound.
List $239.00Price $189.00Savings $50.00 (21%) -
Audio-Technica ATW-C710 Cardioid Condenser Microphone Capsule
The Audio-Technica ATW-C710 is an interchangeable cardioid condenser microphone capsule for both the ATW-T3202 and ATW-T5202.
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MIPRO ACT-24HC 2.4GHz Digital Handheld Transmitter
The MIPRO ACT-24HC handheld offers strong RF signal stability and extended range without signal dropout. Delivers 10 hours of use on a 4-hour charge.
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MIPRO ACT-58H ISM 5.8 GHz Digital Handheld Wireless Microphone
The MIPRO ACT-58H is a 5.8 GHz wireless handheld digital microphone designed to work with the ACT 5800 series.
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Samson Concert 88x LM5 Presentation Wireless Lavalier Microphone System
Taking the complexity out of going wireless, Samson Concert 88x combines professional-grade audio clarity, reliable operation in the UHF band with extremely easy setup. The Concert 88x Presentation with LM5 lavalier microphone is the ideal wireless system for the presenter, lecturer, or educator, on-screen talent, plays and stage productions, as well as in a house of worship.
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Audio-Technica U853R Cardioid Condenser Hanging Microphone - Black
Perfect for speech, theater, orchestra and choir sound reinforcement and recording, the U853R cardioid condenser hanging microphone is equipped with UniGuard® innovations that offer unsurpassed immunity from radio frequency interference.
List $209.99Price $209.00 -
Audio-Technica U853RW Cardioid Condenser Hanging Microphone - White
Perfect for speech, theater, orchestra and choir sound reinforcement and recording, the U853RW cardioid condenser hanging microphone is equipped with UniGuard® innovations that offer unsurpassed immunity from radio frequency interference.
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Audix L5 Micro Lavalier Condenser Cardioid Microphone
The Audix L5 is a micro-sized (5 mm) cardioid condenser microphone also available with an omnidirectional polar pattern. The L5, which features modular, interchangeable capsules, is intended for use with the Audix wireless systems as well as hard-wired vocal and instrument applications.List $249.00Price $209.00Savings $40.00 (16%) -
Audix ADX40 Miniature Hanging Microphone
The Audix ADX40 is a miniaturized condenser microphone designed to hang from an overhead position for applications such as group vocals, choir, theatrical production and room ambience.
List $259.00Price $219.00Savings $40.00 (15%) -
AKG C5 Professional Condenser Vocal Microphone
With the C5 professional condenser vocal microphone, your voice will cut through the loudest mix - on any stage. Its cardioid polar pattern ensures maximum gain before feedback and has been optimized for use with in-ear monitor systems.
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Audio-Technica ATM710 Cardioid Condenser Handheld Microphone
The new Artist Series vocal condenser microphone is tailored for exacting detail and high-fidelity vocal reproduction. With a condenser design for studio-quality performance, the ATM710 delivers remarkable clarity.
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AKG C516 ML Professional Miniature Condenser Instrument Microphone
The C516 ML professional miniature instrumental microphone, part of the MicroMics family, is designed for use on accordions, pianos, guitar speakers and keyboard/organ cabinets.
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AKG C518 Professional Miniature Clamp-On Condenser Microphone
The AKG C518 professional miniature clamp-on microphone is the ultimate tool for recording of drums and percussion.
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AKG C519 Professional Miniature Clip-On Condenser Microphone
The AKG C519 professional miniature condenser microphone clips gently onto the bell of a trumpet, saxophone, trombone, tuba, didgeridoo or any other wind instrument.
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AKG C5 WL1 Professional Condenser Microphone Head
With the C5 WL1 professional condenser vocal microphone head your voice will cut through the loudest mix on any stage. Its cardioid polar pattern ensures maximum gain before feedback and has been optimized for use with in-ear monitor systems.
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Shure Beta 91A Half-Cardioid Condenser Microphone
The Shure Beta 91A Half-Cardioid Condenser Microphone is designed for use with kick drums, as well as other traditional low-frequency applications including piano. It features an updated microphone capsule, integrated preamplifier, and XLR connection.List $319.00Price $249.00Savings $100.00 (31%) -
Shure PGXD2/SM86 Digital Wireless Handheld Microphone Transmitter
The PGXD2/SM86 is Digital Wireless Handheld Microphone Transmitter. Includes PGXD2 Handheld Transmitter and SM86 Handheld Microphones.List $339.00Price $269.00Savings $70.00 (21%) -
Audio-Technica ATM350U Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone
Designed for use with brass, saxophone and other instruments, the ATM350U UniMount® mounting system gives you the tools to perform with confidence.
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Audio-Technica AE3000 Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone
The Artist Elite AE3000 delivers supreme performance at extreme SPLs. This high-SPL large diaphragm cardioid condenser instrument mic excels in applications such as guitar cabinets, toms, snare, timpani and overheads.
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Audio-Technica BP893xcW MicroSet Omnidirectional Condenser Headworn Microphone with CW Connector - Black
The Audio-Technica BP893xcW is a headworn condenser microphone with an omnidirectional polar pattern. It is designed to provide intelligible natural vocal reproduction for stage and television talent, lecturers, and worship leaders.List $299.99Price $299.00 -
Audio-Technica ATW-C3300 Cardioid Condenser Microphone Capsule
The Audio-Technica ATW-C3300 is an interchangeable cardioid condenser microphone capsule for both the ATW-T3202 and ATW-T5202.
List $299.99Price $299.00
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.