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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Audio-Technica ATW-1101/L System 10 Digital Wireless Lavalier Microphone System
Audio-Technica's ATW-1101/L System 10 is a digital high-fidelity wireless system designed to provide performing musicians and presenters with advanced 24-bit operation, easy setup and clear, natural sound quality. -
Samson Concert 288m All-In-One Dual-Channel Wireless System
The Samson Concert 288m Dual-Channel All-In-One offers premium sound and flawless wireless for situations where two microphones are needed. Ideal for business presentations, house of worship, Q&A, educational events, and more – Samson takes the worry out of wireless with a dependable dual-channel wireless system.List $599.98Price $429.99Savings $169.99 (28%) -
Samson Concert 288m Presentation Dual-Channel Wireless System
The Concert 288m Dual-Channel Presentation System offers premium sound and flawless wireless performance for situations where two microphones are needed. Ideal for business presentations, house of worship, Q&A, educational events, and more – Samson takes the worry out of wireless with a portable and dependable dual-channel wireless system with both lavalier and headset microphones.
List $599.98Price $429.99Savings $169.99 (28%) -
Audio-Technica ATW-1101/H92 System 10 Digital Wireless Headworn Microphone System
Audio-Technica's ATW-1101/H92 System 10 is a digital high-fidelity wireless system designed to provide performing musicians and presenters with advanced 24-bit operation, easy setup and clear, natural sound quality. -
Audio-Technica ATW-1701 System 10 Camera-Mount Digital Wireless System
The Audio-Technica System 10 Camera-Mount high-fidelity digital wireless system is ideally positioned to capture media on the go. Perfect for video production, electronic news gathering (ENG) and every mobile application in between.
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Audio-Technica ATW-1702 System 10 Camera-Mount Digital Wireless System with Handheld Wireless Microphone
The Audio-Technica System 10 Camera-Mount high-fidelity digital wireless system with handheld microphone is ideally positioned to capture media on the go. Perfect for video production, electronic news gathering (ENG) and every mobile application in between.
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MIPRO ACT-5801/ACT-58T Single Channel 5.8 GHz Digital Wireless Lavalier System
MIPRO’s ACT-5800 Series digital wireless systems operate in the ISM 5.8 GHz band that complies with international telecom regulations and effectively avoids interference from UHF and 2.4 GHz products. The ACT-5800 wireless provides crystal clear 24-bit/48kHz digital audio, exceptionally low latency, excellent dynamic range and a frequency response of 18Hz ~ 23kHz. -
Shure PGXD14/85 Digital Wireless Lavalier Microphone System
The Shure PGXD14/85 Digital Wireless System, with state-of-the-art, 24-bit digital audio, delivers stunning sound and a strong, clean RF signal.
List $599.00Price $499.00Savings $100.00 (17%) -
MIPRO ACT-800T UHF Digital Bodypack Transmitter
The MIPRO ACT-800T UHF digital encryptable bodypack transmitter is the latest in a line of premium, innovative and reliable wireless products from MIPRO. The ACT-800T is enclosed in a rugged magnesium alloy housing. 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. -
Audio-Technica ATW-1301 Rack-Mount Digital Wireless System
The Audio-Technica System 10 PRO Rack-Mount features 24-bit operation, easy setup, clear, natural sound quality, and three levels of diversity assurance: frequency, time, and space.List $519.99Price $519.00 -
Sennheiser SL Bodypack DW for SpeechLine System
The compact but robust Sennheiser SL Bodypack DW is optimized for speech in presentations or lectures where every word matters.
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Audio-Technica ATW-1701/L System 10 Camera-Mount Digital Wireless System with Lavalier Microphone
The Audio-Technica System 10 Camera-Mount high-fidelity digital wireless system with lavalier microphone is ideally positioned to capture media on the go. Perfect for video production, electronic news gathering (ENG) and every mobile application in between
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Electro-Voice RE3-BPCL Wireless CL3 Lavalier Mic System - Band 5H (Open Box)
Free Shipping!The Electro-Voice RE3-BPCL bodypack UHF wireless set features a CL3 cardioid lavalier microphone for voice performance and presentations.
List $735.00Regular Price: $659.00
Pro Acoustics Price $563.99
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Audio-Technica ATW-1301/L Rack-Mount Digital Wireless System with Lavalier Microphone
The Audio-Technica System 10 PRO Rack-Mount features 24-bit operation, easy setup, clear, natural sound quality, and three levels of diversity assurance: frequency, time, and space.List $599.99Price $599.00 -
Atlas Sound MW100BP-LM Wireless Microphone Kit with Lavalier Microphone
The AtlasIED MW100BP-LM is a complete wireless microphone kit that includes a wireless receiver, beltpack wireless transmitter, and lavalier microphone as well as the necessary antennas, cables, and power supply for a variety of installations.
List $761.99Price $610.99Savings $151.00 (20%) -
Anchor Audio UHF-EXT500-B External Wireless Lapel Microphone System
The Anchor Audio UHF-EXT500 is a PLL synthesized wireless microphone system that operates in the 540 ~ 570 MHz UHF band frequency with up to 700 selectable channels.
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Electro-Voice RE3-BPOL UHF Wireless Mic System with OL3 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE3-BPOL bodypack UHF wireless set features an OL3 omnidirectional lavalier microphone for voice performance and presentations.
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Electro-Voice RE3-BPCL UHF Wireless Mic System with CL3 Cardioid Lavalier Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE3-BPCL bodypack UHF wireless set features a CL3 cardioid lavalier microphone for voice performance and presentations.
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Sennheiser ew 100 G4-CI1 Wireless Instrument System
Engineered for professional live sound, the rugged G4-Ci1 is an all-in-one wireless system for guitar and bass. Robust bodypack transmitter and Ci1 instrument cable for daily use on stage.
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Shure BLX1288/W85 Dual Channel Wireless Combo Microphone System with BLX2/SM58 Handheld and WL185 Lavalier
The Shure WL185 premium cardioid lavalier microphone brings a new level of sophistication to personal voice reproduction. Like all Microflex family microphones, this lavalier uses an interchangeable condenser cartridge, meaning there will always be a lavalier to suit your application. -
VocoPro Digital-Play-8 Eight-Channel Digital Wireless System with Headsets and Lavalier Microphones
The VocoPro Digital-Play-8 is an 8-channel wireless package configured with clip-on bodypacks to use headset or lapel microphones, whichever your situation may require. The Digital-Play-8 is show ready with a balanced XLR output for each channel, allowing for minute volume control; or patch in all the microphones with the two 1/4" mixed outputs.
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Shure SLXD14/93 Lavalier 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 WL93 Miniature Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone and the SLXD1 transmitter, the SLXD14/93 provides transparent digital audio and rock-solid RF stability for lecture halls and live performances.
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Sennheiser ew 100 G4-ME2 Wireless Omni-Directional Lavalier Microphone System
The perfect choice for moderators and presenters, the ME 2-II (omni-directional) lavalier is a robust bodypack transmitter and unobtrusive clip-on microphone. It boasts high speech intelligibility for easy hands-free operation on any stage.
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Sennheiser ew 100 G4-ME4 Wireless Cardioid Lavalier Microphone System
The perfect choice for moderators and presenters, the ME 4 (cardioid) lavalier is a robust bodypack transmitter and unobtrusive clip-on microphone. It boasts high speech intelligibility for easy hands-free operation on any stage.
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.