Popular Live Vocal Microphones

We read hundreds of reviews and talked to industry professionals and compiled a list of what we believe is the best of the best. And ALL FOR UNDER $500!

 

Shure KSM8

Features:

  • Patented cartridge design featuring two ultra-thin diaphragms (one active and one passive) and groundbreaking inverted airflow system.
  • Exceptional control of proximity effect vastly increases working distance without on-axis coloration.
  • Accurate frequency response due to controlled proximity effect which allows for neutral mid-and-high frequency reproduction, resulting in the most natural sounding dynamic microphone available.
  • Off-axis attenuation is flat and broad resulting in superior quality of rejection of unwanted sound sources for increased vocal clarity.
  • Neodymium magnet resides in a micro-injection mold of aerospace SoftMag material that maximizes the magnetic field for maximum output level.

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Shure Beta 87A

Features:

  • 50 to 20,000 Hz frequency response, tailored to accentuate vocals with gradual presence rise and classic Shure high-frequency bump
  • Supercardioid pickup pattern at all frequencies for maximum gain before feedback and superior off-axis rejection
  • Built-in 3-stage pop filter reduces plosive "P-pops"
  • Smooth frequency response with gradual presence rise
  • Electronic low-frequency roll off compensates for proximity effect

Shure Super 55

Features:

  • Stand-mounted dynamic vocal microphone
  • Signature chrome-plated design with vibrant blue color additions
  • Supercardioid polar pattern
  • Frequency response of 60 Hz to 17 kHz for natural vocals and speech
  • High gain-before-feedback and excellent off-axis rejection
  • Shock-mounted cartridge minimizes handling noise and ensures quiet operation
  • Rugged die cast casing for reliability under rigorous conditions

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Sennheiser e945

Features:

  • Metal construction: Rugged and reliable
  • Shock-mounted capsule: Low sensitivity to impact and handling noise
  • Supercardioid pickup pattern: Insulation from other on-stage signals
  • Hum compensating coil: Reduces electrical interference
  • Neodymium ferrous magnet with boron: Keeps microphone stable regardless of climate
  • Falcon ring: Consistent sound over time
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Sennheiser e935

Features:

  • Metal construction: Rugged and reliable
  • Shock-mounted capsule: Low sensitivity to impact and handling noise
  • Cardioid pickup pattern: Insulation from other on-stage signals
  • Hum compensating coil: Reduces electrical interference
  • Neodymium ferrous magnet with boron: Keeps microphone stable regardless of climate
  • Falcon ring: Consistent sound over time
  • Supplied Accessories

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Shure Beta 58A

Features:

  • Shure's SM-series microphones have achieved legendary status in the music industry, offering rugged dependability and pro-quality sound to musicians around the world. The next-generation Beta series builds upon this solid reputation with hotter output, wider frequency response, and more of the rock-solid construction Shure fans have come to expect. Beta 58A microphones in particular are custom-designed for pristine vocal performance both on stage and in the studio.

Electro-Voice ND86

Features:

  • Excellent acoustic control in even the largest of venues: present, smooth and detailed sound
  • Large diaphragm dynamic capsule creates a rich and detailed frequency response
  • Shock-mounted capsule minimizes handling noise
  • Humbucking coil guards against line hum
  • Memraflex grille resists denting

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Shure SM58

Features:

  • Tailored, brightened midrange response that flatters most voices and gives your vocals an extra boost, helping them cut through the mix
  • Built-in spherical filter that helps minimize "pop" sounds
  • Unidirectional cardioid pickup pattern helps minimize feedback
  • Legendary Shure build quality

Sennheiser e835

Features:

  • Rugged metal body with shock-mounted capsule for super-low handling noise
  • Excellent feedback rejection outside the cardioid pickup pattern
  • High 150 dB SPL handling
  • Uniform on- and off-axis response
  • Hum-compensating coil

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AKG D5

Features:

  • Extremely rugged vocal/speech microphone
  • Available with or without on/off switch
  • Patented AKG Laminated Varimotion diaphragm
  • Spring steel wire-mesh grill

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