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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Audio-Technica BP892xCLM3-TH MicroSet Omnidirectional Condenser Headworn Microphone with CLM3 Connector - Beige
The BP892xCLM3-TH is a headworn condenser microphone with an omnidirectional polar pattern. It is designed to provide intelligible natural audio for stage and television talent, lecturers, and worship leaders.List $379.99Price $379.00 -
Sennheiser XSW 1-ME3 Vocal Wireless System with Condenser Cardioid Headmic
The XS WIRELESS 1 HEADMIC SET is an easy to use all-in-one wireless system for singers and presenters, excellent for live sound that involves dancing and singing all at the same time.
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Audio-Technica ATW-C5400 Cardioid Condenser Microphone Capsule
The Audio-Technica ATW-C5400 is an interchangeable cardioid condenser microphone capsule for both the ATW-T3202 and ATW-T5202.
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Audio-Technica BP893x MicroSet Omnidirectional Condenser Headworn Microphone with AT8545 Power Module - Black
The Audio-Technica BP893x is a headworn condenser microphone with an omnidirectional polar pattern. It is designed to provide intelligible natural audio for stage and television talent, lecturers, and worship leaders.List $399.99Price $399.00 -
Audio-Technica BP893x-TH MicroSet Omnidirectional Condenser Headworn Microphone with AT8545 Power Module - Beige
The Audio-Technica BP893x-TH is a headworn condenser microphone with an omnidirectional polar pattern. It is designed to provide intelligible natural audio for stage and television talent, lecturers, and worship leaders.List $399.99Price $399.00 -
Audio-Technica ATW-1101/L System 10 Digital Wireless Lavalier Microphone System
Audio-Technica's ATW-1101/L System 10 is a digital high-fidelity wireless system designed to provide performing musicians and presenters with advanced 24-bit operation, easy setup and clear, natural sound quality. -
Samson AWX Wind Instrument Micro Transmitter UHF Wireless System
The Samson AWX Wind Instrument system offers frequency-agile UHF wireless freedom via the world's smallest clip-on transmitter, which places high definition sound, an internal rechargeable battery, and 300ft of reliable performance in a device that fits in the palm of your hand.
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Samson AirLine 88x AH8 Fitness Headset System
The Samson AirLine 88x AH8 Fitness Headset system offers true wireless freedom without the inconvenience of a beltpack or cable. Featuring a lightweight, water-resistant micro transmitter headset with a secure yet comfortable fit, this frequency-agile UHF wireless system provides high definition sound, premium reliability, and a 300' operating range.
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Shure Beta 27 Instrument Microphone
The Shure Beta 27 Instrument Microphone is a precision-engineered, large-diaphragm side-address microphone for professional live and studio applications.
List $549.00Price $419.00Savings $190.00 (35%) -
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. -
Audix H60 VX5 Supercardioid Condenser Handheld Microphone
The Audix H60 VX5 is a multi-purpose, professional vocal condenser microphone designed for stage, studio, and broadcast applications. -
Audio-Technica ATW-1101/H92 System 10 Digital Wireless Headworn Microphone System
Audio-Technica's ATW-1101/H92 System 10 is a digital high-fidelity wireless system designed to provide performing musicians and presenters with advanced 24-bit operation, easy setup and clear, natural sound quality. -
Shure PGXD24/SM86 Digital Wireless Microphone System
The PGXD24/SM86 is Digital Handheld Wireless Microphone System. Includes PGXD4 Wireless Receiver and SM86 Handheld Microphones.List $569.00Price $449.00Savings $120.00 (21%) -
Audix M1255B Miniaturized High Output Condenser Cardioid Microphone for Distance Miking - Black
The Audix M1255B is a miniaturized condenser microphone with a fully integrated preamp, detachable cable and is designed with very high sensitivity for distance miking. Applications include ceiling mount or table mount for conferencing, hanging choir miking, location recording, audience or room miking.
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Sennheiser MKE 1 Lavalier Microphone
Whether used in musicals, live shows or broadcasting: MKE 1, Sennheiser's smallest clip-on microphone, delivers its greatest performance exactly where a microphone must be invisible – and still offers great sound without making any compromises.
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Audio-Technica BP892x MicroSet Omnidirectional Condenser Headworn Microphone with AT8545 Power Module - Black
The Audio-Technica BP892x is a headworn condenser microphone with an omnidirectional polar pattern. It is designed to provide intelligible natural audio for stage and television talent, lecturers and houses of worship.List $449.99Price $449.00 -
Audio-Technica BP892x-TH MicroSet Omnidirectional Condenser Headworn Microphone with AT8545 Power Module - Beige
The Audio-Technica BP892x-TH is a headworn condenser microphone with an omnidirectional polar pattern. It is designed to provide intelligible natural audio for stage and television talent, lecturers and houses of worship.List $449.99Price $449.00 -
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. -
Audix M1255BW Miniaturized High Output Condenser Cardioid Microphone for Distance Miking - White
The Audix M1255BW is a miniaturized condenser microphone with a fully integrated preamp, detachable cable and is designed with very high sensitivity for distance miking. Applications include ceiling mount or table mount for conferencing, hanging choir miking, location recording, audience or room miking.
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Audix M1255BHC Miniaturized High Output Hypercardioid Condenser Microphone for Distance Miking - Black
The Audix M1255BHC is a miniaturized condenser mic equipped with a hypercardioid polar pickup pattern capsule, fully integrated preamp, and detachable cable. It features very high sensitivity for distance miking applications including ceiling or table mount for conferencing, hanging choir miking, location recording, and audience or room miking. -
Sennheiser XSW2-ME2 Vocal Wireless System with Bodypack Transmitter and Lavalier Microphone
The XS WIRELESS 2 LAVALIER MIC SET is an easy to use all-in-one wireless system for presenters and moderators, excellent for a powerful and inspiring presentation. The set includes a stationary receiver for quick set-up and hassle-free handling, as well as a lightweight bodypack transmitter, an unobtrusive clip-on microphone, and a metal receiver housing and rackmount kit.
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Shure BLX14R/W85 Lavalier Wireless System
The Shure BLX14R/W85 Lavalier Wireless System combines professional-quality sound with simple setup and an intuitive interface for legendary audio performance right out of the box. It is part of the BLX wireless systems and features the WL185 Lavalier Microphone.
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Audix M1255BWHC Miniaturized High Output Hypercardioid Condenser Microphone for Distance Miking - White
The Audix M1255BWHC is a miniaturized condenser mic equipped with a hypercardioid polar pickup pattern capsule, fully integrated preamp, and detachable cable. It features very high sensitivity for distance miking applications including ceiling or table mount for conferencing, hanging choir miking, location recording, and audience or room miking. -
Audix MB2450 MicroBoom System with 24" Carbon Fiber Boom and M1250B Mini Cardioid Condenser Microphone
The Audix MB2450 is a 24" carbon fiber boom with the M1250B Cardioid microphone, clutch assembly and cable. 18-52V phantom power.
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.