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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AKG CK33 High-Performance Hypercardioid Condenser Microphone Capsule
The CK33 capsule is integrated into a rugged metal housing and fits any mounting module of the DAM Series.
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Anchor Audio WB-EXT500 Wireless Belt Pack Transmitter with TA4F Connector Plug (540 - 570 MHz)
The Anchor Audio WB-EXT500 is a professional UHF wireless belt pack transmitter (540-570 MHz) with a TA4F connector for headband, lapel, or collar microphones. Features 700 selectable channels, gain control, LCD display, and built-in talk/mute button for reliable, high-quality audio.List $232.99Price $232.76 -
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 $282.00Price $235.00Savings $47.00 (17%) -
RF Venue ILAMP-ACT In-Line Amplifier
This RF Venue ILAMP-ACT in-line amplifier is designed to compensate for signal loss on long coax runs. One in-line amplifier can compensate 10dB of cable attenuation which is about 20 meters of RG-58 cable. -
VocoPro SilentPA-PORTABLE 16-Channel UHF Wireless Bodypack Broadcast System
The SilentPA features 16 easily adjustable channels. It allows up to 16 transmitters to broadcast, each on a unique frequency, to an unlimited number of receivers; the listeners can then tune into the program they wish to listen to. This could be different bands performing simultaneously in the same hall, a House of Worship broadcasting their sermon in different languages or a backyard concert in a crowded neighborhood.
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Shure Beta 98H/C Instrumental Microphone
The Shure BETA 98H/C Instrumental Microphone is a versatile solution for brass or percussion instruments. -
AKG C411 PP High-Performance Miniature Condenser Vibration Pickup (MPAV XLR)
The C411 PP features a MPAV standard XLR connector while the C411 L provides a professional three-pin mini XLR connector that fits the body-pack transmitters of all AKG wireless microphone systems.
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Azden PRO-XR 2.4 GHz Wireless Camera Microphone System
The Azden PRO-XR is a new kind of 2.4 GHz digital wireless microphone. Using several new technologies, it avoids the line-of-sight dependency and congestion problems that plague traditional 2.4 GHz wireless, resulting in an extremely reliable wireless microphone.
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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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Samson Concert 88x Headset UHF Wireless 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 Headset system is an excellent choice for singers, worship leaders, educators, fitness instructors and presenters making the leap to the freedom of wireless.List $349.98Price $249.99Savings $99.99 (29%) -
Xvive U35C 5.8 GHz Digital Wireless Microphone System Plug-On Dongle for Condenser Mics with 24-bit/48kHz Audio and Phantom Power Modes
The Xvive U35C is a 5.8 GHz wireless system for condenser mics, delivering 48V/12V phantom power, 24-bit/48 kHz audio, and up to 100 ft range. Features auto channel scan and DI box compatibility for stable, clear performance.List $250.00Price $249.99 -
Xvive P58 5.8 GHz Digital Guitar Pedal Wireless System with Tuner
The Xvive P58 Guitar Wireless System delivers 5.8 GHz true diversity performance with a receiver/tuner pedal and A58 transmitter. It offers 24-bit/48 kHz audio, up to 100 ft range, 5-hour battery life, and works with active or passive pickups.List $250.00Price $249.99 -
Samson Concert 88x Handheld UHF Wireless Microphone System
The Samson Concert 88x Handheld wireless system is the perfect solution for singers, educators, and presenters who demand professional-grade audio and ease of use. The one-touch scan feature quickly analyzes and selects the clearest of the 100 available channels, while the true-diversity design and tone key circuitry provide reliable wireless performance.List $349.98Price $249.99Savings $99.99 (29%) -
Shure SLXD1 Digital Wireless Bodypack Transmitter
The Shure SLXD1 easily syncs with a wireless receiver for confident presentation and performance - from lecture halls to live entertainment. -
Electro-Voice HM7 Headworn Condenser Microphone
The Electro-Voice HM7 headworn condenser microphone is the ideal microphone for singers and entertainers who really need to move during a performance. The rugged headband makes for a comfortable fit and the flexible boom ensures precise microphone placement.
List $293.00Price $253.15Savings $39.85 (14%) -
Audio-Technica ATW-T220 Handheld Wireless Microphone Transmitter - Band I (487 - 506 MHz)
The Audio-Technica ATW-T220 handheld wireless microphone transmitter is designed for use with the 2000 series wireless microphone systems. -
Electro-Voice RE3-ACC-BC2 Two Slot Battery Charger
The Electro-Voice RE3-ACC-BC2 is a 2-sided, 2-slot battery charging station for recharging optional NiMH rechargeable cells while in either the RE3-HHT or RE3-BPT transmitters.List $297.00Price $256.61Savings $40.39 (14%) -
Shure Beta 98AD/C Miniature Cardioid Condenser Microphone
The Shure Beta 98AD/C instrument microphone utilizes a miniature cardioid condenser to deliver a smooth, natural, tailored response, and consists of an A98D Drum Mount.
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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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Audix OM11 Professional Hypercardioid Dynamic Handheld Vocal Microphone
The Audix OM11 dynamic vocal microphone is designed with a tight, uniformly controlled hypercardioid polar pattern which helps isolate the vocals on stage.List $311.00Price $259.00Savings $52.00 (17%) -
AKG D112 MKII Professional Dynamic Bass Drum Microphone
The D112 MkII can handle more than 160 dB SPL without distortion. Its large diaphragm has a very low resonance frequency that delivers a solid and powerful response below 100 Hz.
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Point Source CO-6 Omnidirectional Single-Ear Microphone
Like its sister CO-5 model, the new CO-6 earset mic features equivalent speech optimized characteristics at a maximum 125dB SPL, but now includes all the premium attributes that come with the celebrated "unbreakable boom."
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Point Source CO-5w Waterproof Omnidirectional Earworn Microphone
Point Source Audio's popular CO-5 now has a waterproof counterpart. The CO-5w waterproof microphone is a durable earworn microphone with flexible boom designed for vocal reinforcement.
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Galaxy Audio PSER/HH52 Handheld Wireless Microphone System
The Galaxy PSER/HH52 Handheld Wireless Microphone System helps clear the stage of unwanted clutter and provide a more professional appearance. The PSE Receiver (PSER) is in an all metal half rack chassis. The HH52 has a gain control and an on/off switch. Both transmitters are powered by 2AA batteries.
List $389.99Price $259.99Savings $130.00 (33%)
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.