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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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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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. -
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 AP41 VX5 Wireless Microphone System with R41 Diversity Receiver and H60/VX5 Handheld Transmitter
The Audix AP41 VX5 is a highly detailed handheld diversity wireless system featuring the Audix VX5, a multi-purpose, professional vocal condenser microphone designed for live, studio and broadcast applications.
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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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Electro-Voice RE3-RE520 UHF Handheld Wireless Mic System with RE520 Condenser Supercardioid Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE3-RE520 handheld UHF wireless set featuring RE520 condenser supercardioid microphone head for vocal performance and presentations. The RE520’s sound is detailed, full, and vivid, with a tight and clear low end, natural and present midrange, and an exceptionally-detailed high end.
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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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Sennheiser ew 100 G4-865-S Wireless Supercardioid Pre-Polarized Condenser Handheld Microphone System
State-of-the-art live sound handheld wireless system featuring Sennheiser's renowned e 865 supercardioid pre-polarized condensor 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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Audix AP61 VX5 Wireless Microphone System with R61 True Diversity Receiver and H60/VX5 Handheld Transmitter (522 - 586 MHz)
The Audix AP61 VX5 is a professional true diversity handheld wireless system featuring the Audix VX5. The VX5 is a multi-purpose, professional vocal condenser microphone designed for live, studio and broadcast applications.
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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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Sennheiser ew 300 G4-865-S Wireless Supercardioid Handheld Microphone System
The Sennheiser ew 100-865-S G4 series uses the power of an increased switching bandwidth of up to 88 MHz. New frequency ranges allow to operate multi-channel setups with dozens of channels while securing reliable operation - despite digital dividend.
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Audix AP61 OM2 L10 Wireless Microphone System Combo with R61 Diversity Receiver, H60/OM2 Handheld Transmitter and B60 Bodypack Transmitter with ADX10 Lavalier Microphone
The Audix AP61 OM2 L10 is a Performance Series single-channel true diversity receiver and dual-transmitter bundle designed to deliver reliable long-range wireless audio for preachers, guest speakers, and announcers in houses of worship and live stage applications. -
Sennheiser ew 500 G4-965 G4 Wireless Handheld Microphone System with Switchable Cardioid Supercardioid Capsule
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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Audix AP42 VX5 Wireless Microphone System with R42 2-Channel Diversity Receiver and 2 H60/VX5 Handheld Transmitters
The Audix AP42 VX5 is a highly detailed handheld diversity wireless system featuring the Audix VX5, a multi-purpose, professional vocal condenser microphone designed for live, studio and broadcast applications.
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Sennheiser ew 500 G4-KK205 Handheld Wireless Vocal System
The Sennheiser ew 500 G4-KK205 vocal set combines the power and flexibility of Sennheiser’s ew 500 G4 wireless series with the highly-regarded audio quality of Neumann’s KK 205 super-cardioid condenser capsule.
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.