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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Our committed, experienced professional sales engineers deliver reliable designs and provide lifetime tech support for all products.
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Shure GLXD14R+/85 Digital Wireless Rack System with WL185 Lavalier Microphone
The Shure GLXD14R+/85 dual band wireless rack system features the premium wearable WL185 lavalier microphone for spoken word applications and the GLXD4R+ half-rack receiver. -
MIPRO MU-53LX Cardioid Condenser Lavaliere Microphone
The MIPRO MU-53LX 10 mm cardioid condenser lavaliere microphone is ideal for AV presenters, instructors, and ministers, as well as those involved in theater and broadcasting. Its small size, natural sound, dependability, and affordability are the key features of this superior microphone.
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Gemini GMU-HSL100 UHF Wireless Headset and Lavalier Microphone System
The Gemini GMU-HSL100 is a complete UHF wireless system that includes both a dynamic headset microphone and a lavalier microphone with a wireless transmitter bodypack and receiver with 1/4" connection. This expandable Plug & Play system will meet all your wireless needs, with a USB rechargeable receiver and long-distance wireless connection, just plug in and power on and youāre ready to rock. -
MIPRO MU-55LX Omnidirectional Condenser Lavaliere Microphone
The MIPRO MU-55LX omnidirectional condenser lavaliere microphone is ideal for AV presenters, instructors, and ministers, as well as those involved in theater and broadcasting. Its small size, natural sound, dependability, and affordability are the key features of this superior microphone.
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Galaxy Audio GT-V Trek Series Portable Wireless Lavalier Microphone System
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.
List $134.99Price $89.99Savings $45.00 (33%) -
Anchor Audio AnchorLink LM-LINK Wireless Lapel Microphone (1.9 GHz)
Anchor Audio AnchorLink LM-LINK - In an effort to provide the best and most reliable audio systems, Anchor Audio is moving away from the 500 MHz wireless frequency range and introducing AnchorLink - its newest wireless platform operating in the 1.9 GHz wireless frequency range.
List $119.00Price $100.00Savings $19.00 (16%) -
Samson XPD2 Lavalier USB Digital Wireless System
The Samson XPD2 Lavalier 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 Lavalier is perfect for live performances, digital communications and mobile productions.
List $168.98Price $129.99Savings $38.99 (23%) -
LD Systems U304.7 IEM R In-Ear Monitoring Receiver (470 - 480 MHz)
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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LD Systems U305.1 IEM R In-Ear Monitoring Receiver (514 - 542 MHz)
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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MIPRO ACT-32T UHF Bodypack Transmitter
The MIPRO ACT-32T bodypack transmitter is a lightweight, compact transmitter built on the backbone of three generations of ACT product design and experience. It features a sturdy plastic housing, mini-XLR connector and antenna, backlit LCD display, and adjustable belt clip.
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Audio-Technica ATW-T210 UniPak Body Pack Transmitter - Band I (487 - 506 MHz)
The Audio-Technica ATW-T210b UniPakĀ® body-pack transmitter is designed for use with the 2000 Series wireless microphone systems.List $169.99Price $169.00 -
Gemini UHF-6200HL Dual Channel Wireless Headset with Detachable Lavalier Microphone System
The Gemini UHF-6200HL is a lightweight, noise-free, rugged wireless microphone system. With a snug and comfortable fit, it is the ultimate wireless solution for fitness instructors, musicians, active performers, or anyone with low visibility for stage appearances. -
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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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 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. -
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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Anchor Audio AnchorLink WB-LINK Wireless Bodypack Transmitter (1.9 GHz)
Anchor Audio AnchorLink WB-LINK - In an effort to provide the best and most reliable audio systems, Anchor Audio is moving away from the 500 MHz wireless frequency range and introducing AnchorLink - its newest wireless platform operating in the 1.9 GHz wireless frequency range.
List $309.00Price $270.00Savings $39.00 (13%) -
Audio-Technica ATW-T3201 3000 Series Fourth Generation 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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Audio-Technica ATW-1101 System 10 Digital Wireless Transmitter System
Audio-Technica's ATW-1101 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.List $319.99Price $319.95 -
Electro-Voice R300-L Wireless Lavalier Microphone System - C Band (516 - 532 MHz)
The Electro-Voice R300-L is a robust UHF wireless bodypack system, suitable for any application where the convenience of a wireless lavalier microphone is required.
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Electro-Voice R300-E Wireless Headworn Microphone System - C Band (516 - 532 MHz)
The Electro-Voice R300-E is a robust UHF wireless bodypack system, suitable for any application where the convenience of a wireless headworn microphone is required.
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Shure QLXD1 Wireless Bodypack Transmitter
The Shure QLXD1 is easy to use and quickly syncs to a wireless receiver at the push of a button. It maintains clear, uninterrupted signal over its entire 330 ft (100 m) range.
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Samson Concert 288 Presentation Dual-Channel Wireless System
The Samson Concert 288 Presentation wireless system with 2 lapel and 2 headset microphones offer easy setup, flawless operation and premium sound, it's the ideal high-performance UHF wireless solution for a variety of business, houses of worship, and educational presentations where two users are needed.
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Audio-Technica ATW-1101/H System 10 Digital Wireless Headworn Microphone System
Audio-Technica's ATW-1101/H 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.
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.