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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List $44.99Price $29.99Savings $15.00 (33%)The Special Projects EVO Charger Evo True Wireless replacement charger is custom specified for optimal and safe charging of your Evo True Wireless headset. It is not for use with other Special Projects Audio or Ansr Audio transmitters.
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List $69.00Price $49.00Savings $20.00 (29%)The Shure PGA31 Performance Headset Condenser Microphone is an affordable wireless cardioid condenser headset microphone for speech and vocal performance applications offers long-wearing comfort and reliability. Learn More -
List $124.00Price $99.00Savings $25.00 (20%)The Shure SSM31FH Fitness Headset Condenser Microphone's moisture-repellent cartridge housing ensures a long product life by protecting the microphone from the corrosion damage that causes typical fitness instruction headsets to fail. Available in bundled BLX and GLX-D wireless systems, the SM31FH features TA4F 4-pin (TQG) connectors that make it a viable replacement for any Shure wireless headset system.
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The Shure BLX2/PG58 Handheld Wireless Microphone Transmitter offers -10 dB gain attenuation and up to 14 hours of continuous battery life. It delivers wireless audio professional clarity and reliability.
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The Xvive U3 has a recording-level sound transmission quality, provides stable and reliable 2.4 GHz Digital Wireless Transmission, and a flexible, portable wireless solution that allows you to use your favorite microphones with different frequency characteristics. 5 hours of battery life (Rechageable battery) for both Transmitter & Receiver.
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The Shure BLX2/SM58 Handheld Wireless Microphone Transmitter features an integrated SM58 microphone cartridge and delivers wireless audio with professional clarity and reliability.
For use with BLX Wireless Systems only.
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The Xvive U3C adapters allow you turn any XLR condenser microphone into a wireless microphone and provides high dynamic range and wide frequency response for high-quality audio.
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The Shure BLX2/B58 Handheld Wireless Microphone Transmitter is a supercardioid dynamic microphone that is optimized for lead vocal applications. It offers up to 14 hours of continuous battery life and delivers wireless audio with professional clarity and reliability.
For use with BLX Wireless Systems only.
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The Shure BLX88 offers simple setup, intuitive controls, and microprocessor-controlled internal antenna diversity. One-touch QuickScan frequency selection quickly locates the best open frequency in case of interference. Learn More -
Our Pure Resonance Audio UC1S paired with the Xvive U3 wireless system is a match made in heaven! Experience true freedom of movement with stable, high-quality performance. You'll be absolutely amazed how great it sounds, and just think no more annoying microphone cables that just get in the way!
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The Shure BLX14/CVL lavalier wireless system is the ideal entry-level wireless microphone system for small venues. It is part of the BLX wireless systems family and features the CVL quality lavalier microphone for spoken word applications. Features analog wireless transmission.
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Our Pure Resonance Audio UC1S paired with the Xvive U3 wireless system and desktop stand is a match made in heaven! Great for any paging, vocal, public address or announcement system. Experience true freedom of movement with stable, high-quality performance. You'll be absolutely amazed how great it sounds, and just think no more annoying microphone cables that just get in the way!
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The Samson Concert 288 All-In-One Dual Channel Wireless System takes the worry out of wireless by offering easy setup, flawless operation and premium sound.
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The Shure BLX14/SM31 headworn fitness wireless system is the ideal entry-level wireless microphone system for small venues. It is part of the BLX wireless systems family and features the SM31FH headset microphone. The Shure SSM31FH fitness headset condenser microphone's moisture-repellent cartridge housing ensures a long product life.
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The Audio-Technica ATW-2120b Wireless Handheld Microphone System is a 10-channel frequency-agile UHF wireless system designed to suit a variety of applications, including MI/live performance, fixed installation, public address, A/V rental houses and places of worship.
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List $399.99Price $399.00The Audio-Technica ATW-2129b is a wireless Lavalier Microphone system which includes ATW-R2100b receiver and ATW-T210b UniPak Microphone System transmitter with AT829cW lavalier microphone.
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The Shure BLX24/B58 handheld wireless system gives world-class design and construction, quality with durable, intuitive controls, easy setup and operation. Learn More -
The Shure BLX14R/W93 Lavalier Wireless System combines professional-quality sound with simple setup and an intuitive interface for legendary audio performance right out of the box.
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The Shure BLX288/PG58 dual channel wireless handheld system is part of the Shure BLX® Wireless Systems family. It combines professional-quality sound with simple setup and an intuitive interface for legendary audio performance right out of the box.
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The Shure BLX1288/P31 combines professional-quality sound with simple setup and an intuitive interface for legendary audio performance right out of the box. Precision-built and available in a variety of configurations, it’s the most accessible way to own the stage.
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The Shure BLX14R/MX53 Headworn 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 MX153 Earset Headworn Microphone.
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The Shure MXW1 Hybrid Bodypack Transmitter features an integrated microphone perfect for picking up speech while the bodypack is on a lanyard or tucked into a shirt pocket. A belt clip is included for attachment to clothing.
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The Shure BLX188/CVL dual channel lavalier wireless system gives world-class design and construction, quality with durable, intuitive controls, easy setup and operation. Learn More -
The Shure BLX1288/CVL dual channel combo wireless system gives world-class design and construction, quality with durable, intuitive controls, easy setup and operation.
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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.
