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DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Instrument Mic w/3/8" and 5/8" Mic Stand Mount, Black

SKU: DP4099D11MFR: 4099-DP-1-101-MS

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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Shure PGA98D-XLR Electret Condenser Gooseneck Drum Microphone, XLR-XLR Cable

SKU: SHPGA98DXLRMFR: PGA98D-XLR

Shure PGA98D: Superior instrument microphone sound.
Cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted noise.
Condenser microphone captures nuanced audio.
Durable design ensures lasting performance life.
XLR connectivity provides a balanced signal.

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Sennheiser e 609 Guitar Cabinet Dynamic Mic Silver W/Fender '65 Twin Reverb Amp

SKU: SEE609SEMFR: E 609 SILVER E

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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.

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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 CB100 Clip-On Condenser Gooseneck Microphone Kit for Acoustic Guitar

SKU: BEH0503AAF86MFR: 0503-AAF86-001

Cardioid polar pattern minimizes feedback noise.
Precise condenser mic captures acoustic guitar.
Robust clip-on design ensures studio durability.
Wide frequency response: 50 Hz to 18 KHz.
48V phantom power via reliable 3-pin XLR.

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DPA Microphones 4099 CORE+ Classic Touring Kit w/4x Microphone & Carrying Case

SKU: DPKIT409DPMFR: KIT-4099-DP-4C

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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Austrian Audio OC7 True Condenser Small-Diaphragm Cardioid Instrument Microphone

SKU: AUOC7MFR: OC7-D

OC7 Instrument Microphone: Pristine cardioid pattern.
Low-noise condenser microphone: 19 dB SPL (A) level.
Wide 20 Hz - 20 kHz frequency range for clear audio.
Handles up to 154 dB SPL: Ideal for loud instruments.
Rugged Austrian Audio build ensures lasting durability.

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PreSonus DM-7 Seven-Piece Drum Mic Set

SKU: PRDM7MFR: 2777300101

Capture drums with clarity using cardioid mics.
Dynamic microphones deliver exceptional sound quality.
Durable drum mics built for stage and studio use.
XLR connectivity ensures a reliable, low-noise signal.
Optimized frequency response for percussive instruments.

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

SKU: JTSCX500MFR: CX-500

Omni-directional instrument microphone for clarity.
Wide 20Hz-20kHz frequency response ensures sound quality.
Miniature condenser microphone excels in versatility.
Durable build for reliable instrument audio capture.
Low noise electret system delivers pristine sound.

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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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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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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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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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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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Telefunken M81-SH Super-Cardioid Dynamic Microphone for Toms & Instruments

SKU: TFM81SHMFR: SYTM-067

Exceptional sound quality for instrument recording.
Supercardioid polar pattern reduces unwanted noise.
Durable microphone design ensures lasting reliability.
Wide 30Hz-18kHz frequency response captures full range.
Low noise dynamic mic ideal for toms & instruments.

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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 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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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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AKG C451B Pencil Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

SKU: AKC451BMFR: 2895Z00010

Cardioid polar pattern for focused instrument sound.
Low noise ensures pristine audio recording quality.
Wide 20Hz-20kHz frequency response for clear sound.
Durable condenser microphone built for stage use.
XLR connectivity offers reliable, balanced signal.

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Sennheiser Drum Kit 600 Drum Microphone Package

SKU: SEDKIT600MFR: E 600 SERIES DRUM CASE

Complete drum mic kit: Sennheiser quality sound.
e602-II cardioid mic delivers exceptional low-end.
e604 dynamic mics excel on toms and snare drums.
e614 super-cardioid condenser mics capture overheads.
Durable mics ensure reliable performance, gig after gig.

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Sennheiser e 609 Guitar Cabinet Dynamic Mic Silver W/Bass Amplifier / Boom Stand

SKU: SEE609SBMFR: E 609 SILVER B

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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.

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Sontronics DM-1B Cardioid Condenser Microphone for Kick Drum & Bass Instruments

SKU: SOSTDM1BMFR: STDM1B

Cardioid polar pattern rejects off-axis noise.
Exceptional instrument microphone sound quality.
Low noise ensures clean, professional recordings.
Durable build for reliable stage and studio use.
Wide 20Hz-20kHz frequency response capture range.

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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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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.