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Industry standard, studio legend, mic for the masses. The Shure SM57 is responsible for a staggering percentage of the recorded sounds you've probably heard. It is the Swiss Army Knife of mics - infinitely capable, but not highly specialized. And for less than $100, we're OK with that.

A secret weapon of everyone from platinum producers to broadcast legends, but with a price within reach of bedroom recordists, the Shure SM7B is both a classic vocal mic and versatile studio swiss army knife. While many people think of condensers as ideal for recording vocals, the cardioid-patterned SM7B is a dynamic mic, and as such possesses the rock-solid stability of its little brothers - Shure's stalwart SM57 and 58. Perfect for close-miked narration, silky smooth female vocals or getting a beefier tone from a guitar cab - if you could only have one microphone, the SM7B would be an excellent choice.

You would be hard-pressed to find a venue that doesn’t have a set of Shure SM58 mics on hand. As the go-to vocal mic for millions of professionals and amateurs since its launch in 1966, the SM58 hardly needs an introduction. Its reputation has been built on three simple traits: durability, quality and affordability.

The Audio-Technica AT2020 is a budget cardioid-pattern condenser microphone great for home studio beginners and experts alike. It comes in two models, with either an XLR or USB output, and offers a custom-made low-mass diaphragm for improved frequency and transient response.

Known as a radio and voice-over standard, the Electro-Voice RE20 can do so much more than podcasts. With Variable D design and a high-pass filter to curb bass muddiness, this large diaphragm cardioid is great for low end and close proximity work involving vocals, kick drums, upright bass or electric bass cabs.

Ubiquitous, iconic, legendary -- the Sennheiser MD421 II microphone can be found in stages and studios across the globe. With its high SPL handling, great rejection and versatile filter options, the MD421 has long been a standard large diaphragm dynamic, and a staple on guitar amps, toms, and vocals. Shop Reverb.com and compare prices on new & used MD421 II microphones for the best deals.

The Sennheiser e609 is the epitome of "point and shoot" microphones for guitar amplifiers, both in the studio and on the stage. With a tight supercardioid pattern for great rejection and a frequency response especially tailored for guitar amps, you can simply hang this modern classic in front of your rig, practically on top of the speaker, for a classic sound with plenty of midrange punch and focus.

If you're in search of a big, fat kick drum sound that hits you in the gut, the Shure Beta 52A is likely all that you'll need. This industry-standard microphone has a frequency response and pickup pattern perfectly suited for the job, and takes the guess work and corrective EQ out of the equation for a "finished" sound straight to the mixer or DAW.

The Neumann TLM 103 has been a workhorse microphone for everyone from bedroom enthusiasts to professional broadcasters and major recording engineers since its release in 1998. Extremely low self-noise and impressive technical specifications fuse with an authoritative tone that nods to classic Neumann microphones to offer top quality recordings regardless of budget.

The Beyerdynamic M160 ribbon microphone is a truly indispensable tool, used on thousands of recordings including legendary Jimi Hendrix and John Bonham tracks. This hypercardioid ribbon mic is a directional laser beam, allowing you to pull the mic off the source a bit without getting much (if any) unwanted bleed from nearby amps and instruments. Pair up the M160 with the bidirectional M130 for a Mid-Side (M/S) stereo array that brings an inviting realism to anything you record. Shop Reverb for the best deals on new & used Beyerdynamic M160 microphones today.

When it comes to mics, AKG is known for high end, made-in-Austria icons like the C414, C451, and C12 that are out of reach for most consumers. The AKG C214 brings the same studio grade quality and design people expect from the company's professional line at a price point accessible to the working musician.

Featuring shaped frequency response, supercardio design and sturdy construction, the Beta 58A is one of the most popular vocal microphones on the market and an industry standard. Affordable yet renowned for its quality, this mic works well in any genre and for bedroom recording or live performance.

The Sennheiser e609 is a durable, versatile dynamic instrument microphone designed to take on huge amounts of level from close distances -- guitar amps especially. This update to the popular e609 seen on stages all over the world adds switchable presence settings to tailor high frequencies, and sonically has more in common with the vintage MD409. Their full sound and fast response is amazing on all sorts of instruments, but hang this puppy in front of a guitar amp and you'll smile ear-to-ear.

The RODE NT1-A is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser mic that has become an affordable industry standard, serving up a huge dynamic range from 20Hz to 20kHz, a high SPL handling of 137dB, and warm, rich tone. A low self-noise level of a mere 5dBA makes it one of the quieter microphones on the market today, making it the perfect mic for virtually any recording situation, like vocals, guitar, and percussion.

The Shure SM81 is a classic cardioid condenser mic that shines bright on acoustic instruments. This small diaphragm staple, originally released in the 1970s, has found a home with countless studios and stages thanks to its detailed pickup, exceptionally low noise, and rugged build quality. Unhyped and true from one end of the frequency range to the other and nearly impossible to clip, the SM81 remains a tried-and-true mic that should be in every engineer's collection.

The Neumann TLM 102 packs classic Neumann sound and build quality into a petite package, with a price tag that mere mortals can afford. With a newly-designed capsule and modern transformerless electronics, this large diaphragm marvel features impressive self-noise and SPL specs while delivering that intimate, up-close sound that made the classic Neumanns the most widely used microphones in professional studios around the world.

Few microphones are more ubiquitous and beloved than the Neumann U 87 Ai, found in recording and broadcast studios in every corner of the planet and heard on hundreds of thousands of recordings and arguably the benchmark by which other FET microphones are judged. Originally released in 1967 and wholly unchanged since 1987, the U 87 Ai is a phenomenal do-it-all condenser microphone that's equally at home in front of a singer, hanging above a drum kit, or peeking into a grand piano.

The Sennheiser e935 is a cardioid dynamic microphone designed specifically for vocals, providing a healthy output and a clear sound. A tough metal housing. hum-compensating coil makes electrical interference a non-issue, and the shockmounted capsule reduces handling noise and sensitivity to bumps and impact making this an ideal live vocal mic.

Looking for an entry level large diaphragm condenser mic? Look no further than the Audio-Technica AT2035, an excellent cardioid condenser mic at an even more excellent price. Use it in your home studio or in professional settings; either way, its ability to reproduce details with extreme clarity and its low self-noise make it a winner, particularly for the price. A switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and -10dB pad give you the option for onboard versatility, allowing you to record vocals or loud instruments at close distances without getting a muddy, boomy quality.

The Audix D6 dynamic microphone is one-stop-shopping for the fat, tight modern kick drum sound. Compact and rugged, the D6 is easy to position and built to last while giving you that finished kick sound on the stage or in the studio.

Drawing from the playbook of classic AKG mics, the C414 XLII condenser microphone offers a detailed, bright sound without being harsh or edgy. Switchable polar patterns, attenuation, and bass cuts make the C414 XLII a true workhorse mic that can work wonders on any instrument or voice.

The AKG P420 is a large diaphragm condenser microphone with switchable polar patterns, high sensitivity and huge SPL handling, making it a workhorse mic for your project studio. With a neutral midrange and a slightly accented high-frequency response, the P420 will have your vocals and acoustic guitars sitting beautifully on top of the mix without the need for additional EQ. A switchable high-pass filter and -20dB pad make the P420 a great choice for recording loud amps and drums up close, giving you a crystal clear, bright sound at any distance.

Whether you're looking to jot down singer-songwriter ideas in your apartment, record practices at your space, or jump into the world of podcasting, the Blue Yeti USB Mic is an easy to use and affordable option that returns solid sound quality.

• Conversion Rate: 16-bit/48kHz resolution


• Capsule: Tri-capsule design for stereo, cardiod, bidirectional and omnidirectional recording


• Connectivity/Power: Simple USB port ideal for use with computers