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 BETA 57A Instrument Microphone
The Shure BETA 57A Instrument Microphone is a high output supercardioid dynamic microphone designed for professional sound reinforcement and project studio recording.
List $199.00Price $149.00Savings $80.00 (40%) -
Shure 565SD Classic Unisphere Vocal Microphone
Classic Unisphere vocal mic features selectable dual-impedance operation, very effective ''pop'' filter.
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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.
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Sennheiser e 602-II Cardioid Instrument Microphone
The Sennheiser e 602 II is a cardioid instrument microphone especially suitable for use with bass drums, bass guitar cabs, tubas, and other low-frequency instruments.
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Sennheiser e 604 Compact Dynamic Cardioid Instrument Microphone
Compact dynamic cardioid instrument microphone. Transmits high SPLs without distortion. Compatible with toms, snares, and percussion. Clips-on quickly and easily wherever you choose. Tough, reinforced housing, and clamp.
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Electro-Voice ND86 Dynamic Supercardioid Vocal Microphone
The Electro-Voice ND86 is a robust, high-performance, large-diaphragm dynamic supercardioid vocal microphone.
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Electro-Voice ND46 Dynamic Supercardioid Instrument Microphone
The Electro-Voice ND46 is a robust, high-performance, large-diaphragm dynamic supercardioid instrument microphone.
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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%) -
Shure Beta 58A Dynamic Vocal Microphone
The Shure Beta 58A is a high-output supercardioid dynamic vocal microphone designed for professional sound reinforcement and project studio recording. It has become a leading choice among vocalists and touring professionals worldwide.List $219.00Price $169.00Savings $50.00 (23%) -
Shure Beta 56A Instrument Microphone
The Shure Beta 56A Instrument Microphone is a compact drum microphone engineered for close miking of snare and toms.List $239.00Price $169.00Savings $100.00 (42%) -
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%) -
Audio-Technica ATW-902 Frequency-Agile VHF Wireless System
The ATW-902 System comes with the ATW-R900 receiver and ATW-T902 handheld dynamic unidirectional microphone/transmitter. Includes AT8456a Quiet-Flex™ stand clamp.
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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%) -
Shure PGXD2/PG58 Digital Wireless Handheld Microphone Transmitter
The PGXD2/PG58 is Digital Wireless Handheld Microphone Transmitter. Includes PGXD2 Handheld Transmitter and PG58 Handheld Microphones.List $239.00Price $189.00Savings $50.00 (21%) -
Audio-Technica ATW-C4100 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone Capsule
The Audio-Technica ATW-C4100 is an interchangeable cardioid dynamic microphone capsule for both the ATW-T3202 and ATW-T5202.
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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.
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Audix D6 Professional Dynamic Instrument Microphone
The Audix D6 dynamic instrument microphone is used for stage, studio, and broadcast applications. Designed with a cardioid pickup pattern for isolation and feedback control, the D6 drum microphone is equipped with a VLM™ diaphragm for natural, accurate sound reproduction.List $239.00Price $199.00Savings $40.00 (17%) -
Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Microphone
The Shure Beta 52A is a high output dynamic microphone with a tailored frequency response designed specifically for kick drums and other bass instruments.List $259.00Price $199.00Savings $90.00 (35%) -
Audio-Technica ATM250 Hypercardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
A natural with high SPLs, the new ATM250 hypercardioid dynamic is tailored for kick drum, percussion, brass and other highly dynamic instruments. Its rich, warm low-frequency response gives the microphone excellent presence.
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Electro-Voice ND96 Dynamic Supercardioid Vocal Microphone
The Electro-Voice ND96 is a robust, high-performance, large-diaphragm dynamic supercardioid vocal microphone.
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Electro-Voice ND68 Dynamic Supercardioid Bass Drum Microphone
The Electro-Voice ND68 is a robust, high-performance, large-diaphragm dynamic supercardioid kick drum and low-frequency instrument microphone.
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Sennheiser e 906 Professional Super-Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Professional super-cardioid, dynamic instrument mic. Versatile to handle drums, percussion, and guitar amplifiers. Switchable presence filter to tailor its sonic characteristics to different requirements.
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Sennheiser MD 42 Dynamic Omnidirectional Vocal Microphone
High-quality omni-directional microphone for rough use in live reporting and broadcasting environments. Excellent speech intelligibility. Easy handling. Avoids wind and handling noise problems. Extra long body.
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.