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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  1. Galaxy Audio GT-V Trek Series Portable Wireless Lavalier Microphone System
    List $134.99
    Price $89.99
    Savings $45.00 (33%)

    The Galaxy Audio Trek GT-V is a user-friendly, battery powered compact wireless microphone system. Getting rich, clear, articulate audio while recording video can be especially difficult when standing away from the microphone. The Galaxy Trek wireless lavalier microphone transmits seamlessly to the Trek wireless receiver, which simply plugs into the 3.5mm headphone jack of your smartphone, delivering quality audio to your video recording.

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  2. Galaxy Audio GT-INST-1 Trek Series Wireless Portable Disc Transducer
    List $164.99
    Price $109.99
    Savings $55.00 (33%)

    The Galaxy GT-INST-1 is a portable, wireless disc transducer, featuring a durable, lightweight, high fidelity pickup for acoustic stringed instruments and box instruments.

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  3. AKG WMS40 Mini Single Wireless Vocal Microphone System

    The AKG WMS40 Mini Single Vocal Set is a true plug’n’play wireless solution providing crystal clear audio sound. The included HT40 Mini handheld transmitter features a dynamic cardioid capsule for maximum gain before feedback.

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  4. Samson XPD2 Headset USB Digital Wireless System
    List $168.98
    Price $129.99
    Savings $38.99 (23%)

    The Samson XPD2 Headset system allows you to bring a wireless microphone to a variety of sound applications via its uniquely designed USB stick receiver. Offering simple setup, professional full-range audio and 100' of wireless operation, the XPD2 Headset is perfect for live performances, digital communications and mobile productions.

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  5. LD Systems U304.7 IEM R In-Ear Monitoring Receiver

    The LD Systems U300 IEM In-Ear Monitoring-System with 12 UHF channels offers outstanding sound quality and a large dynamic range in 470 MHz - 490 MHz. The system toggles between mono and stereo mode for perfect monitoring for live musicians, actors or speakers.

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  6. LD Systems U305.1 IEM R In-Ear Monitoring Receiver

    The LD Systems U300 IEM In-Ear Monitoring-System with 12 UHF channels offers outstanding sound quality and a large dynamic range in 514 - 542 MHz. The system toggles between mono and stereo mode for perfect monitoring for live musicians, actors or speakers.

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  7. Audio-Technica ATW-T210 UniPak Body Pack Transmitter - Band I (487 - 506 MHz)
    List $169.99
    Price $169.00

    The Audio-Technica ATW-T210b UniPak® body-pack transmitter is designed for use with the 2000 Series wireless microphone systems. Learn More
  8. 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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  9. MIPRO ACT-58T

    The MIPRO ACT-58T is a 5.8 GHz ISM digital bodypack transmitter designed to work with the ACT 5800 series.

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  10. Galaxy Audio GT-S24OWP Portable Wireless Waterproof Headset Mic
    List $299.99
    Price $199.99
    Savings $100.00 (33%)

    The Galaxy GT-S24OWP is a lightweight, portable, and high fidelity waterproof wireless headset microphone. The waterproof design makes it an excellent choice for fitness activities such as aerobics, sports activities such as referee, dance and other high-intensity activities.

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  11. LD Systems U305.1 BPG Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and Guitar Cable

    Developed in Germany, the UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.

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  12. 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. Learn More
  13. LD Systems U304.7 HHD Wireless Microphone System with Dynamic Handheld Microphone

    Developed in Germany, UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.

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  14. LD Systems U305.1 HHD Wireless Microphone System with Dynamic Handheld Microphone

    Developed in Germany, UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.

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  15. LD Systems U304.7 BPH Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and Headset

    Developed in Germany, the UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.

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  16. LD Systems U305.1 BPH Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and Headset

    Developed in Germany, the UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.

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  17. LD Systems U304.7 BPL Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and Lavalier Microphone

    Developed in Germany, the UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.

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  18. LD Systems U305.1 BPL Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and Lavalier Microphone

    Developed in Germany, the UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.

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  19. Atlas Sound MWBPT
    List $301.99
    Price $242.99
    Savings $59.00 (20%)

    The Atlas Sound MWBPT wireless belt pack transmitter is the ideal choice for a variety of applications ranging from classrooms and conference rooms to lecture halls and live presentations.

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  20. Azden PRO-XD 2.4 GHz Wireless 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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  21. LD Systems U304.7 BPW Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and Brass Instrument Microphone

    Developed in Germany, the UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.

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  22. LD Systems U305.1 BPW Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and Brass Instrument Microphone

    Developed in Germany, the UHF diversity wireless systems from the LD Systems U300® series deliver excellent audio performance. They achieve a range of 100 metres in ideal conditions and are available in five frequency bands: 584–608 MHz, 655–679 MHz, 823–832 MHz + 863–865 MHz, 470–490 MHz or 514–542 MHz.

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  23. Audio-Technica ATW-T3201 Bodypack Transmitter with cH Connector

    The Audio-Technica ATW-T3201 is a bodypack transmitter designed to work with fourth-generation 3000 Series wireless systems, giving you the power and flexibility to operate within the congested UHF spectrum. 3000 Series systems have an operating range of 300' (100 m) and are available in two frequency bands - DE2 (470&-530 MHz) and EE1 (530-590 MHz) - that provide a class-leading 60 MHz tuning range, which is more than twice that offered by the previous 3000 Series models.

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  24. Samson Stage 412 Frequency-Agile Quad-Channel Handheld VHF Wireless System
    List $419.98
    Price $299.99
    Savings $119.99 (29%)

    The Samson Stage 412 is a frequency-agile, quad-channel wireless microphone system that provides four handheld dynamic microphones that transmit to a single rugged metal receiver.

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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.