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DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Mic Stereo System for Accordion, 2-Pack

SKU: DP4099DP110MFR: 4099-DP-1-101-A

Exceptional instrument microphone sound quality.
Supercardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
Low noise: Ideal for critical instrument recording.
Durable design ensures years of reliable use.
Wide 20 Hz - 20 kHz frequency response capture.

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JTS CX-500F Omni-Directional Electret Instrument Microphone, 20Hz-20kHz

SKU: JTSCX500FMFR: CX-500F

Omni-directional microphone captures pristine audio.
Wide 20Hz-20kHz frequency response ensures clear sound.
Miniature instrument microphone for flutes & woodwinds.
Durable electret design withstands rigorous use.
Low noise performance for professional recordings.

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AKG D12 VR Large Diaphragm Cardioid Dynamic Kick Drum Microphone

SKU: AKD12VRMFR: 3220H00010

Dynamic microphone delivers exceptional sound quality.
Cardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted background noise.
Large diaphragm microphone captures rich, full tones.
High SPL handling ensures clear instrument recording.
Durable metal housing withstands rigorous use.

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Audix F6 Fusion Hypercardioid Low-Frequency Instrument Microphone

SKU: AUF6MFR: F6

Hypercardioid mic excels in high SPL environments.
Dynamic instrument microphone for drums and bass amps.
Low-frequency mic captures rich, deep sound details.
Rugged zinc alloy build ensures lasting microphone life.
XLR connector provides balanced, low-noise connectivity.

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Shure BETA 181 Ultra-Compact Side-Address Condenser Instrument Microphone Kit

SKU: SHBETA181KITMFR: BETA 181/KIT

Precision instrument microphone with low noise.
Versatile instrument mic with multiple polar patterns.
Exceptional sound quality for studio instrument recording.
Durable instrument microphone for reliable performance.
Wide frequency response instrument microphone (20-20kHz).

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Behringer C112 Premium Dynamic Supercardioid XLR Microphone for Bass Drum

SKU: BEC112MFR: 0503-AAC86-000

Premium dynamic mic delivers exceptional sound.
Supercardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted noise.
XLR connector ensures reliable, high-quality connectivity.
Wide 50 Hz-14 kHz frequency response captures rich tones.
High SPL handling up to 150dB for loud instruments.

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Sennheiser e 904 Drum and Percussion Dynamic Microphone

SKU: SEE904MFR: E 904

Dynamic instrument microphone excels on drums.
Cardioid pattern rejects noise, improves sound quality.
Compact design with clip ensures versatile placement.
Durable metal build withstands rigorous stage use.
XLR connectivity provides a reliable, low noise link.

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AKG Drum Premium Microphone Set

SKU: AKDRUMSETPRMMFR: 2581X00140

Premium Drum Microphone Set for Pro Recording
Includes D12 VR for Low-Frequency Instrument Sounds
C214 Condenser Mics Capture High-Quality Overheads
C451 B Mic Ensures Crisp, Clear Hi-Hat Audio
D40 Dynamic Mics Deliver Accurate Snare/Tom Tones

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Shure BETA 181 Ultra-Compact Side-Address Condenser Instrument Microphone

SKU: SHBETA18

Ultra-compact condenser instrument microphone.
Exceptional sound quality for critical recording.
Low noise: pristine audio in any environment.
Versatile polar patterns adapt to any instrument.
Durable Shure build ensures years of reliable use.

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AKG P170 Small Diaphragm Condenser Instrument Microphone

SKU: AKP170SMFR: 3101H00410

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Cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
Wide 20 Hz - 20 kHz frequency response ensures clarity.
Low noise for pristine instrument recordings.
Handles up to 155dB SPL, ideal for loud sources.
Durable instrument microphone for reliable use.

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Telefunken Dynamic Series DD5 Drum Mic Pack

SKU: TFDD5DDMPKMFR: DD5

Capture drums clearly with this dynamic mic pack.
Achieve superior sound quality with Telefunken mics.
Durable drum mics built for stage and studio use.
Low noise ensures clean recordings every time.
XLR connectivity for reliable, professional audio.

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Shure SM57-LC Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Mic with Low Profile Tripod Stand

SKU: SHSM57LCK1MFR: SM57TRIPLP

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SM57 Dynamic Microphone: Renowned sound quality.
Cardioid Instrument-Microphone rejects background noise.
Durable microphone: withstands high sound pressure.
Low noise instrument mic for clear recordings.
XLR connectivity ensures a reliable audio signal.

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Nady DM-70 Dynamic Neodymium Cardioid Drum Microphone, 70Hz-16KHz Frequency

SKU: NADM70MFR: DM-70

Dynamic microphone excels in high SPL environments.
Cardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted background noise.
Neodymium element delivers exceptional sound quality.
Durable die-cast zinc body ensures lasting reliability.
70Hz-16kHz frequency response captures drum tones.

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Audix D4 Hypercardioid Dynamic Drum and Instrument Microphone

SKU: AUD4MFR: D4

Audix D4: Dynamic mic for drums, instruments.
Hypercardioid pattern rejects off-axis noise.
Wide 40Hz-18kHz frequency response for clarity.
Handles up to 144 dB SPL: Ideal for loud sources.
Rugged aluminum build ensures lasting durability.

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DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Microphone with Clip for Guitar, Black

SKU: DP4099DP119MFR: 4099-DP-1-199-G

CORE+ tech ensures pristine instrument sound.
Supercardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
Low noise: Ideal for critical instrument recordings.
Wide frequency response captures full instrument tone.
Durable design withstands rigorous stage use.

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DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Microphone with Clip for Bass, Black

SKU: DP4099DP120MFR: 4099-DP-1-201-B

CORE+ tech ensures pristine instrument sound.
Supercardioid pattern rejects noise, enhances clarity.
Low noise: Ideal for critical bass instrument recording.
Durable design withstands rigorous stage performances.
Precise mic captures bass nuances, 20 Hz-20 kHz.

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DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Classic Touring Kit w/4x Instrument Microphone, Black

SKU: DPKIT4099DP4MFR: KIT-4099-DP-4C-C

CORE+ Instrument Microphone: Pristine sound quality.
Supercardioid instrument mic rejects unwanted noise.
Touring kit includes clips for various instruments.
Durable instrument microphone handles high SPL.
Low noise DPA microphone ensures clear recordings.

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Audix F5 Fusion Hypercardioid Instrument Microphone

SKU: AUF5MFR: F5

Hypercardioid pattern rejects noise, improves sound.
Dynamic instrument microphone excels on loud stages.
Wide 55Hz-15kHz frequency response captures full tone.
Handles =137 dB SPL, ideal for snare and guitar amps.
Rugged Audix mic: durable zinc alloy, built to last.

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Audio-Technica PRO 35 Cardioid Condenser Clip-On Instrument Microphone

SKU: ATPRO35MFR: PRO35

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Clear cardioid pickup for focused instrument sound.
Robust construction ensures exceptional durability.
Wide frequency response captures rich audio.
Seamless connectivity via XLR ensures reliable performance.
Precision-engineered for superior sound quality.

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JTS NXB-8M Drum & Percussion Microphone Kit with 1 NX-2, 4 NX-6, 2 NX-9, 1 NX-7

SKU: JTSNXB8MMFR: NXB-8M

Complete drum mic kit: NX-2, NX-6, NX-7, NX-9 mics.
Dynamic & condenser instrument microphones included.
Cardioid & supercardioid polar patterns for clarity.
Wide frequency response captures every nuance.
Durable build ensures reliable instrument audio.

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DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Microphone w/Clamp Mount Mic Clip, Black

SKU: DP4099DP111MFR: 4099-DP-1-101-CM

CORE+ Instrument Microphone: Pristine sound quality.
Supercardioid microphone rejects unwanted ambient noise.
Instrument microphone with versatile clamp mounting.
Low noise: Ideal for critical instrument recordings.
Wide frequency response captures instrument nuances.

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SE Electronics V PACK ARENA 7-Piece Drum Mic Kit, V KICK, 3x V Beat, 2x sE8,V7 X

SKU: SEEVPCKARENAMFR: V-PACK-ARENA-U

Complete drum mic kit: V KICK, V Beat, sE8, & V7 X.
Dynamic instrument microphones ensure robust sound.
Supercardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted noise.
Wide frequency response captures every drum detail.
XLR connectivity for reliable, professional use.

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Avantone Pro CDMK8 8-Mic Drum Microphone Kit

SKU: AVCDMK8MFR: CDMK8

Complete drum mic kit for pro studio recording.
Dynamic & condenser mics ensure superior sound quality.
Cardioid & hyper-cardioid polar patterns included.
Low noise: Crystal-clear audio capture, every time.
Durable mics built to withstand rigorous use.

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Neumann MCM 114 Set High Strings Cardioid Miniature Clip-On Microphone System

SKU: NMV8707MFR: 008707

Neumann MCM 114: Pristine sound quality, detailed.
Cardioid instrument microphone rejects unwanted noise.
Miniature clip-on mic for violin, viola, strings.
Wide 20 Hz-20 kHz frequency response ensures clarity.
Durable titanium build for reliable stage use.

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Audio-Technica ATM450 Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone

SKU: ATATM450MFR: ATM450

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Cardioid instrument microphone reduces noise.
Condenser microphone delivers pristine sound quality.
Wide 40-20,000 Hz frequency response for clarity.
Durable design ensures years of reliable use.
Ideal for instruments needing high SPL tolerance.

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Instrument Microphones

No matter what instrument you play, it's important to invest in the appropriate microphone to help you amplify and record your musical performances.

Whether you’re an independent musician looking to complete your concert kit, a university pro outfitting a concert hall, or a recording studio owner expanding your microphone offerings, Adorama maintains a great selection of instrument microphones to suit your needs.

Compatibility for Instrument Microphones

Specificity is important when it comes to finding the right microphone for your instrument. The ideal microphone for a percussion instrument like a bass drum is very different from a mic that works well with woodwinds.

From differences in stands and mounting options to physical differences in the style of the microphone itself, each instrument microphone is designed with a certain type of instrument in mind.

At Adorama, you can easily select from microphones intended for use with percussion, brass, strings, woodwinds, harmonica, accordion, or pianos. You can also choose a multi-use microphone for more casual situations that require less specificity.

Polar Pattern

When you want to isolate a single instrument or capture the pure sound of the instrument itself and not the echo or reverberations, a cardioid polar pattern is the best choice. If you need to capture more of the room atmosphere or pick up multiple instruments, the wider polar pattern of an omnidirectional or a hypercardioid mic works better.

To select the right polar pattern, consider the recording or performance environment. Will there be multiple instruments? Will performers play bunched together or with plenty of space between them? These types of questions can help you decide on the ideal microphones for your purposes.

Connection Type

Professional-use instrument microphones typically feature XLR connectors. These connectors plug into most amplifiers, sound boards, and recording systems without adapters or the need for additional equipment.

If you’re not sure what type of connector you’ll need for your instrument microphone, our customer support team can advise you on compatibility of equipment and common uses for each type of connector.

Top Brands for Instrument Microphones

Shopping for professional-quality gear ensures better sound, improved amplification, and more accurate recording. While there are plenty of brands to choose from on the market, top brands like Audio-Technica, DPA Microphones, Sennheiser, Shure, and Earthworks provide gear you can rely on. To make sure your investment is built to last, it’s always a good idea to shop with brands you know and trust.