Instrument Microphones
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Electro-Voice ND68 Dynamic Supercardioid Bass Drum Microphone
- Dynamic mic delivers exceptional sound quality.
- Supercardioid pattern isolates instrument audio.
- Durable die-cast zinc body ensures lasting use.
- XLR connector provides reliable connectivity.
- Optimized for bass drum, handles >140dB SPL.
Electro-Voice RE320 Variable-D Dynamic Microphone
- Exceptional sound quality with dynamic element.
- Cardioid polar pattern reduces background noise.
- Variable-D design for consistent frequency response.
- Durable steel body ensures long-lasting performance.
- Ideal instrument microphone for studio applications.
DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Classic Touring Kit w/10x Microphone & Carrying Case
- CORE+ instrument microphone: Pristine sound quality.
- Supercardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
- Touring kit includes 10 instrument microphones.
- Low noise: Ideal for critical instrument recording.
- Durable design ensures years of reliable use.
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Sennheiser e 609 Guitar Cabinet Dynamic Mic Silver W/FENDER Amlifier/Boom Stand
- e609 Dynamic Microphone: Supercardioid pattern.
- Guitar Microphone: Excellent sound isolation.
- Instrument Microphone: Handles high SPLs easily.
- Sennheiser Microphone: Rugged, durable metal body.
- Low Noise Microphone: Clear, pristine audio capture.
DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Mic Stereo System for Piano, 2-Pack
- DPA 4099 CORE+ delivers pristine sound quality.
- Supercardioid instrument microphone rejects unwanted noise.
- Precise frequency response captures piano nuances.
- Durable design ensures reliable, long-term performance.
- MicroLock connector offers secure, stable connectivity.
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DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Supercardioid Instrument Microphone, Black
- CORE+ instrument microphone offers pristine sound.
- Supercardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
- Exceptional durability for reliable stage use.
- Wide 20 Hz-20 kHz frequency response ensures clarity.
- Low noise: typ. 23 dB(A) for clean recordings.
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DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Classic Touring Kit w/4x Microphone & Carrying Case
- CORE+ Instrument Microphone: Pristine sound quality.
- Supercardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
- Touring kit includes clips for various instruments.
- Durable design ensures reliable instrument miking.
- Extended frequency response captures every nuance.
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Apex Apex326 High Impact ABS Dynamic Live Cardioid Microphone
- Dynamic microphone excels in high SPL drums/percussion.
- Cardioid polar pattern reduces feedback, isolates sound.
- Durable ABS build withstands rigorous live performance.
- Wide 90Hz-18kHz frequency response captures full tone.
- Integrated clip ensures secure, stable drum mounting.
Sennheiser e 609 Guitar Cabinet Dynamic Mic Silver W/Fender '65 Twin Reverb Amp
- Dynamic microphone excels on guitar cabinets.
- Supercardioid pattern rejects off-axis noise.
- Rugged metal body ensures lasting durability.
- Optimized for clear, powerful instrument audio.
- Wide frequency response captures amp nuances.
DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Mic Stereo System for Accordion, 2-Pack
- 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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Electro-Voice ND46 Dynamic Supercardioid Instrument Microphone
- Dynamic microphone captures clear instrument audio.
- Supercardioid polar pattern reduces background noise.
- Durable die-cast zinc body ensures lasting reliability.
- XLR connector provides balanced, low-noise connectivity.
- Wide 70Hz-18kHz frequency response for full sound.
DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Classic Touring Kit w/10x Instrument Microphone,Black
- Ten premium DPA 4099 CORE instrument microphones.
- Supercardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
- Precise instrument microphone frequency response.
- Touring kit ensures durable, reliable performance.
- Low noise: Ideal for critical instrument recording.
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Shure SM57-LC Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
- Exceptional sound quality for instrument clarity.
- Cardioid polar pattern reduces background noise.
- Durable dynamic mic ideal for stage or studio.
- Wide 40-15,000 Hz frequency response captures all.
- Low impedance ensures optimal audio connectivity.
Electro-Voice ND66 Condenser Cardioid Instrument Microphone
- Cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
- Condenser mic delivers exceptional sound quality.
- Wide 50-20,000 Hz frequency response ensures clarity.
- Durable zinc case withstands rigorous use.
- Low noise design captures pure instrument tones.
Shure BETA 91A Condenser Kick Drum and Piano Instrument Microphone
- 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.
DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Mic w/3/8" and 5/8" Mic Stand Mount, Black
- CORE+ instrument microphone for pristine audio.
- Supercardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
- Low noise: delivers clear sound, typ. 23 dB(A).
- Instrument microphone with versatile connectivity.
- Durable design ensures years of reliable use.
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Sennheiser e 906 Guitar Microphone - Stand & Cable Package
- e906 Dynamic Microphone: Supercardioid for clarity.
- Instrument Microphone: Optimized for guitar & percussion.
- Low Noise Microphone: Ensures clean amplifier sound.
- XLR Microphone: Gold-plated connector for connectivity.
- Durable Microphone: Robust design, 2-year warranty.
DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Microphone w/Clamp Mount Mic Clip, Black
- 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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Shure BETA 52A Dynamic Kick Drum and Bass Instrument Microphone
- Shure BETA 52A: Superior sound quality, low noise.
- Dynamic microphone excels on kick drum, bass amps.
- Supercardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
- Tailored frequency response: 20Hz to 10kHz range.
- Rugged, durable design ensures reliable performance.
DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Microphone with Universal Microphone Clip
- DPA 4099 CORE+ Instrument Microphone: Pristine audio.
- Supercardioid mic rejects noise, captures pure sound.
- Universal clip ensures easy, secure instrument mount.
- XLR adapter provides connectivity, phantom power option.
- Durable instrument microphone for stage and studio.
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Sennheiser e 906 Supercardioid Guitar Microphone
- Supercardioid pattern rejects off-axis noise.
- Dynamic instrument microphone excels on guitar amps.
- Durable metal build withstands rigorous stage use.
- Wide 40-18,000 Hz frequency response captures detail.
- Low noise ensures clean, professional recordings.
DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Microphone with Clip for Saxophone, Black
- CORE+ instrument microphone: Pristine sound quality.
- Supercardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
- Low noise: Ideal for critical instrument recordings.
- Durable design ensures years of reliable performance.
- Wide frequency response captures every nuance.
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Sennheiser e 609 Guitar Cabinet Dynamic Mic Silver W/Bass Amplifier / Boom Stand
- Sennheiser e 609: Supercardioid pattern rejects noise.
- Dynamic microphone excels on guitar cabinets/amps.
- Exceptional sound quality; captures pure instrument tone.
- Rugged metal body ensures years of reliable durability.
- Wide 40-18,000 Hz frequency response for clarity.
Apex Apex-DP5 Basic Drum Pack Includes Apex325, Apex326
- Dynamic instrument microphones ensure sound quality.
- High SPL handling captures loud percussion clearly.
- Cardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted noise.
- Rugged drum mics built for stage & studio use.
- Wide frequency response accurately captures drums.
DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Microphone with Clip for Violin, Black
- CORE+ Instrument Microphone: Pristine sound quality.
- Supercardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
- Instrument Microphone clip ensures secure mounting.
- Low noise: Ideal for critical instrument recordings.
- Extended frequency response captures every nuance.
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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.