Microphones

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Sep 1, 2014

While great ribbon mics are my favorites for unique flavor, they don’t always fit into every application—that’s where condenser mics shine. For vocals, over...

By By Michael Cooper ⋅ Sep 1, 2014

Every fan of thrillers, action films, and horror and sci-fi flicks has experienced the emotional impact of a deftly executed riser and hit in...

By By Brandon T. Hickey ⋅ Aug 1, 2014

Imagine 10 or 15 years ago if someone told you that they were going to take ribbon mics on tour to put in front...

By Tim Dolbear ⋅ Jun 1, 2014

I use small-diaphragm condenser microphones everywhere—as room microphones, as overheads for drums, next to a dynamic to add that special snap, crackle and pop...

By Kevin Becka ⋅ May 1, 2014

Since 1964, Coles has been manufacturing microphones and OEM speaker components for broadcast, studio and other uses. The 4038 is the company’s most popular...

By Steve La Cerra ⋅ Feb 1, 2014

The BLX Wireless System from Shure was designed to provide a professional level of audio and RF performance at an entry-level cost. Comprising three...

By Steve La Cerra ⋅ Jul 1, 2013

Upgrade Brings Broad Wireless Compatibility

By By Barry Rudolph ⋅ Jun 1, 2013

New Four-Diaphragm Condenser Design

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Mar 1, 2013

Slender, Versatile Performer for Stage and Studio

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Mar 1, 2012

BIG-SOUNDING MULTIPATTERN, LARGE-DIAPHRAGM CONDENSER

By Steve La Cerra ⋅ Aug 1, 2011

LIVE VOCAL MICS ADD ARTICULATION AND WARMTH

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Apr 1, 2011

ACTIVE AND PASSIVE MODELS OFFER VERSATILE USE, LOW PROFILE

By By Barry Rudolph ⋅ Apr 1, 2011

CLEAN SOUND FOR HALF THE COST OF SIBLINGS

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Jan 1, 2011

AFFORDABLE TRANSDUCER FOR ROAD AND STUDIO

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Dec 1, 2010

SMOOTH TOP, PROMINENT MIDRANGE, PLENTY OF GAIN

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Sep 22, 2010

SOLID SONIC PERFORMANCE, UNIQUE SWIVEL MOUNT

By By George Petersen ⋅ Aug 18, 2010

After more than 70 years in production, Shure’s (shure.com) Unidyne 55 Series is surely the longest-running product in audio history. The story begins in...

By By Russ Long ⋅ Aug 18, 2010

HIGH-TECH DESIGN OFFERS SMOOTHNESS, EXTENDED TOP END

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Jul 27, 2010

HIGH-END MODELS EXCEL ACROSS A RANGE OF APPLICATIONS

By M.Hurwitz ⋅ Jun 24, 2010

5.1 RECORDING SOLUTION WITH QUALITY SOUND, EASY SETUP/PLACEMENT

By Steve La Cerra ⋅ May 21, 2010

SUPER-QUIET LARGE-DIAPHRAGM DELIVERS ON VOCALS, DRUMS AND MORE

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Apr 27, 2010

STUDIO CONDENSER COMBINES TRANSPARENT SOUND, UNIQUE FEATURES

By Steve La Cerra ⋅ Mar 31, 2010

NO-FRILLS CONDENSER PROVES VERSATILE, AFFORDABLE

By Steve La Cerra ⋅ Mar 1, 2010

SUPERIOR SOUND, MAC/PC MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE, EASY OPERATION

By By Barry Rudolph ⋅ Dec 1, 2009

VERSATILE, STURDY TRANSDUCERS EXCEL OVER A RANGE OF APPLICATIONS

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Sep 1, 2009

UPDATE OF FLAGSHIP 1960S LARGE-CAPSULE TUBE MIC

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Aug 1, 2009

HYBRID DESIGN TAKES SOLID-STATE VERSION UP A LEVEL

By By Matt Bishop ⋅ Jul 1, 2009

HIGH-QUALITY, VERSATILE SINGLE-PATTERN TRANSDUCER

By Steve La Cerra ⋅ Jun 1, 2009

TRIED-AND-TRUE TRANSDUCER ADDS SOFTWARE REMOTE CONTROL AND DSP

By By George Petersen ⋅ May 1, 2009

THREE-PATTERN TUBE MIC OFFERS FLAT, NATURAL SOUND

By By Barry Rudolph ⋅ May 1, 2009

LARGE-CAPSULE CONDENSER OFFERS BIG LOW-MIDS AND HIGH SENSITIVITY

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Feb 1, 2009

FIXED CARDIOID VERSION OFFERS VALUE AND VERSATILITY

By Steve La Cerra ⋅ Oct 1, 2008

CUSTOM-SHOP MODELS WITH DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT FLAVORS

By By Barry Rudolph ⋅ Aug 1, 2008

FLAT RESPONSE AND INDEPENDENTLY SWITCHABLE TWIN CAPSULES

By Kevin Becka ⋅ Jul 1, 2008

HIGH-OUTPUT, RETRO-STYLED TRANSDUCER DELIVERS BIG TONE