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Shure BETA 91A Condenser Kick Drum and Piano Instrument Microphone

SKU: SHBETA91MFR: BETA 91A

Shure BETA 91A: Exceptional sound quality.
Condenser microphone: Precise instrument capture.
Half-cardioid pattern: Superior noise rejection.
Optimized for kick drum and piano.
Wide 20Hz-20kHz frequency response.

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Audio-Technica ATM230 Hypercardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone, 3 Pack

SKU: ATATM230PKMFR: ATM230PK

ATM230 Dynamic Microphone: Superior sound quality.
Hypercardioid Instrument Mic: Excellent noise rejection.
Wide 30-12,000Hz Frequency Response for clear audio.
Rugged Dynamic Mic Design ensures lasting durability.
XLR Connector provides reliable connectivity.

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Shure Nexadyne 6 Supercardioid Dynamic Tom/Snare Microphone, Black, 3-Pack

SKU: SHNXN63PKMFR: NXN6-3PK

Shure Nexadyne 6: Supercardioid polar pattern.
Dynamic microphone excels in high SPL drums/snares.
Dual-diaphragm design reduces unwanted noise.
XLR connectivity ensures a robust, clear signal.
Durable build 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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JTS CX-508 Cardioid Electret Condenser Instrument Microphone, 50Hz-18kHz

SKU: JTSCX508MFR: CX-508

Cardioid pattern rejects noise, improves audio.
Electret condenser mic ensures clear instrument sound.
Wide 50Hz-18kHz frequency response captures nuances.
Durable build withstands rigorous instrument use.
Low noise design delivers pristine recordings.

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Sennheiser e 902 Kick Drum and Bass Guitar Dynamic Microphone

SKU: SEE902MFR: E 902

Optimized for kick drum & bass guitar audio.
Dynamic instrument microphone ensures durability.
Cardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted noise.
XLR connector provides reliable connectivity.
Exceptional sound quality for professional use.

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Sennheiser e 908 B Condenser Brass & Wind Instrument Microphone

SKU: SEE908BMFR: E 908 B

e 908 B: Condenser microphone for brass instruments.
Cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted ambient noise.
Wide 40Hz-20kHz frequency response captures clear sound.
Durable instrument microphone withstands stage use.
Low noise ensures pristine audio signal quality.

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Nady DMK-5 Drum Microphone Kit, 4x DM-70, DM-80 Drum Mic & Storage Case

SKU: NADMK5MFR: DMK-5

Complete drum microphone kit for professional audio.
Cardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted background noise.
Dynamic microphones ensure high SPL durability.
Neodymium cartridge delivers clear frequency response.
Includes shockmounts for optimal low noise recording.

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Miktek PM11 Performance Series Kick Drum Microphone

SKU: MIKPM11MFR: PM11

PM11: Supercardioid pattern for focused sound.
XLR connectivity ensures a reliable, pro-grade link.
Exceptional durability for kick drum applications.
Miktek microphone delivers low noise, clear audio.
Optimized frequency response for powerful kick drums.

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JTS CX-506 Cardioid Condenser Microphone for Drums & Percussion, Clamp Design

SKU: JTSCX506MFR: CX-506

Cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
Electret condenser microphone ensures clear audio.
Wide 50Hz-18kHz frequency response captures nuances.
Low noise design delivers pristine sound quality.
Durable metal build withstands rigorous use.

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Earthworks PM40 Omnidirectional High Definition Piano Microphone System

SKU: EWPM40MFR: PM40

Capture pristine sound with this omnidirectional mic.
Extended 9Hz-40kHz frequency response for clear audio.
Durable Earthworks mic handles up to 148dB SPL input.
Low-noise microphone: 20dB SPL equivalent (A weighted).
High-definition piano microphone system for pro recording.

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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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JTS CX-505 Cardioid Condenser Microphone for Drums & Percussion, Thumbscrew

SKU: JTSCX505MFR: CX-505

Cardioid pattern rejects off-axis noise effectively.
Wide 50Hz-18kHz frequency response ensures clear audio.
Electret condenser microphone delivers quality sound.
Durable build withstands rigorous drum & percussion use.
XLR connectivity provides balanced, low-noise signal.

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Audix D6 Dynamic Cardioid Kick Drum Microphone, Black

SKU: AUD6MFR: D6

Audix D6: Superior sound quality for kick drums.
Cardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted noise.
Wide 30Hz-15kHz frequency response captures depth.
Dynamic microphone excels in high SPL environments.
Durable build ensures years of reliable performance.

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Neumann MCM 114 Set Cello Cardioid Miniature Clip-On Microphone System

SKU: NMV8718MFR: 008718

Neumann MCM 114: Pristine cello microphone system.
Cardioid instrument microphone captures clear sound.
Durable titanium build ensures lasting performance.
Low noise: Delivers clean audio, 23 dB A-Weighted.
Versatile clip-on for easy instrument attachment.

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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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Neumann MCM 114 Set Drums Cardioid Miniature Clip-On Microphone System

SKU: NMV8710MFR: 008710

Neumann MCM 114: Pristine instrument microphone sound.
Cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted stage noise.
Miniature clip-on mic for drums, percussion, more.
Wide 20 Hz-20 kHz frequency response captures nuances.
Durable titanium build ensures years of reliable use.

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Neumann MCM 114 Set Guitar Cardioid Miniature Clip-On Microphone System

SKU: NMV8708MFR: 008708

Neumann MCM 114: Pristine instrument microphone sound.
Cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted ambient noise.
Miniature clip-on mic ensures discreet placement.
Wide 20 Hz-20 kHz frequency response captures nuances.
Durable titanium build for reliable stage performance.

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Neumann MCM 114 2x Stereo Set Piano Cardioid Miniature Clip-On Microphone System

SKU: NMV8712MFR: 008712

Neumann MCM 114: Pristine sound quality, piano.
Cardioid instrument microphone: Superior isolation.
Miniature clip-on microphone: Discreet titanium build.
Wide 20 Hz-20 kHz frequency response: Capture nuances.
High 153 dB SPL: Handles loud piano performances.

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Neumann MCM 114 Set Bass Cardioid Miniature Clip-On Microphone System

SKU: NMV8709MFR: 008709

Neumann MCM 114: Pristine bass instrument audio.
Cardioid instrument microphone rejects unwanted noise.
Miniature clip-on microphone ensures discreet placement.
Durable titanium build for reliable stage performance.
Wide 20 Hz-20 kHz frequency range captures full sound.

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Audix ADX-51 Pre-polarized Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone

SKU: AUADX51MFR: ADX51

Cardioid polar pattern rejects off-axis noise.
Wide 40Hz-18kHz frequency response ensures clarity.
Condenser mic excels on acoustic instruments.
Low noise design captures pristine audio details.
Durable brass housing with black E-coat finish.

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Telefunken DC6 Drum Mic Kit, Includes M82, M80-SH, M81-SHx2, M60x2 Microphones

SKU: TFDC6MFR: DC6

Complete drum mic kit for studio and stage.
Includes M82, M80-SH, M81-SH, and M60 microphones.
Dynamic & condenser mics capture every nuance.
Low noise ensures pristine audio recordings.
Cardioid & supercardioid polar patterns included.

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MXL 550/551R Condenser Ensemble Microphone Kit, Red

SKU: MXL550551RMFR: 550/551-R

Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone captures sound.
Cardioid Polar Pattern reduces background noise.
Wide 30Hz-20kHz Frequency Response ensures clarity.
Low Noise: Equivalent noise of 20 dB (A weighted).
Durable Instrument Microphone for versatile use.

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Neumann MCM 114 Set Brass/Sax/Uni Cardioid Miniature Clip-On Microphone System

SKU: NMV8711MFR: 008711

Neumann MCM 114: Superior instrument microphone.
Cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
Wide 20 Hz-20 kHz frequency response ensures clarity.
Miniature clip-on mic for brass & woodwinds.
Durable titanium build for reliable performance.

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Neumann MCM 114 Set Woodwinds Cardioid Miniature Clip-On Microphone System

SKU: NMV8713MFR: 008713

Neumann MCM 114: Superior instrument microphone.
Cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted ambient noise.
Wide 20 Hz-20 kHz frequency response captures nuances.
Durable titanium build ensures lasting performance.
Low noise: Ideal for critical woodwind recordings.

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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.