When you buy a Shure SM57, you've got a great dynamic microphone for life. Accounts of its heroic toughness lie at the center of countless music-industry legends, most of which are perfectly true. What's also true about the SM57 is that it sounds great on a wide variety of sources. A large percentage of the snare drums and many guitar cabinets and vocal tracks recorded in the last several decades owe their sound to the SM57. Try one and you'll find out why live sound professionals and seasoned studio engineers swear by the Shure SM57 more than any microphone on the planet.

With a nod to project studios all over the globe, Sennheiser has unleashed the MK 4. Representing Sennheiser's first large-diaphragm side-address condenser microphone, the MK 4 is designed to offer you the best-possible sound quality for the money, rather than technical extravagance. It features a powerful warm sound, with vivid mids and a detailed bass range, making the MK 4 perfect for vocals and acoustic instruments alike. Created to give home and project studios a refreshing option, at excellent value, the MK 4 is well suited to a wide range of recording environments and applications.

The AKG C214 is the younger brother of AKG's legendary C414 condenser - similar to the 414's legendary sound, but at an entry-level price. The affordable C214 actually uses the same one-inch dual-capsule as the C414 in a single-diaphgram, cardioid-only design. The result? Highly-detailed, up-front sound on both voices and instruments with an overall performance close to that of the famous C414 B-XLS. Now you can get that epic AKG sound on any budget with the new C214!

The AKG Perception 820 Tube condenser microphone makes quality tube mic performance affordable! This addition tothe popular Perception line gives you the rich sound only a real tube condenser can offer, while you control its stunning array of nine different pickup patterns (plus its low-cut filter and 20dB attenuation pad) from a very easy-to-use remote. The Perception 820 Tube uses a 1" dual capsule design to give you a very dimensional and smooth sound. Though this Perception flagship model excels on vocals, it's built to take the high SPLs you need to make the Perception 820 Tube a real studio workhorse.

Since its introduction in 1993, the C3000 is recognized as a standard in many configurations, whether in the studio or on stage. This new edition brings new aesthetic benefits for an even more economical budget.

The Rode VideoMic Pro R's integrated Rycote Lyre shockmount system isolates the microphone's capsule and electronics from its mount, giving you immunity to vibrations that may result in muddy-sounding audio. Whether you're hand-holding, or your camera is tripod- or steadicam-mounted, vibrations can find their way to your mic and ruin an otherwise good shot. The Rycote shockmount stops those vibrations completely. Constructed from a single piece of rugged thermoplastic, the Lyre provides better acoustic suspension than traditional elastic shock mounts - plus, it will never sag, break, or wear out.

The new Stereo VideoMic Pro provides a high quality stereo option for videographers, and is ideal for recording music, and the atmospheric ambience essential in building a realistic audio scene.

Based around the all new capsule with its matched pair of high sensitivity ½”cardioid condensers in a coincident XY pair, the Stereo VideoMic Pro provides a wide stereo image with natural depth.

The VideoMicro is a compact microphone designed to improve the audio quality of your videos. It incorporates a high-quality cardioid condenser microphone capsule for great quality audio recordings when used with a wide range of cameras. 

The Sennheiser XSW 1-825 Dual bundles great sound and ease of use into a sleek handheld wireless system. The two included transmitters employ 825 cardioid capsules with a warm, smooth sound and excellent feedback rejection. Convenient features like one-button scanning and synchronization are housed in a streamlined receiver with built-in antennas. Intuitive icon-based indicators make operation a piece of cake. Use up to 10 systems simultaneously. The Sennheiser XSW 1-825 Dual is a great handheld wireless system for singers, presenters, and instrumentalists.

The P420 is a multi-pattern large diaphragm true condenser microphone for demanding project studio recording applications. Offering high sensitivity and 155dB maximum SPL, the P420 delivers a warm, transparent sound quality perfectly suited for ensemble recording, grand piano, woodwind and brass instruments, as well as drums and percussion.

High flexibility for those willing to go a step further. XS WIRELESS 2 grows with your demands by offering an intuitive LCD display for more manual options and 12 compatible channels in a stable UHF band, withstanding tougher live stage conditions. The XS WIRELESS 2 VOCAL SET is an easy to use all-in-one wireless system for singers and presenters featuring Sennheiser’s renowned evolution microphone capsule e835 (superior dynamic, cardioid) to perform under pressure.

The Sennheiser XSW 1-ME3 bundles great sound and ease of use into a sleek wireless headset system. A bodypack transmitter pairs with an ME 3 headset microphone to produce a sharp, clean sound. Convenient features like one-button scanning and synchronization are housed in a streamlined receiver with built-in antennas. Intuitive icon-based indicators make operation a piece of cake. Use up to 10 systems simultaneously. The Sennheiser XSW 1-ME3 is a great wireless headset system for performers involved in vigorous activities such as sports or dance.

The Sennheiser XSW 1-ME2 bundles great sound and ease of use into a sleek wireless lavalier system. A bodypack transmitter pairs with an ME 2 lavalier microphone to produce a sharp, clean sound. Convenient features like one-button scanning and synchronization are housed in a streamlined receiver with built-in antennas. Use up to 10 systems simultaneously. The Sennheiser XSW 1-ME2 is a great wireless lavalier system for performers and presenters.

The DR-40X is a versatile four-track audio recorder for music, podcasting, cinema and any other application requiring high-quality audio. Building on the highly successful Tascam DR-40, this recorder adds several new functions to the already comprehensive feature set.

Capture and transmit crystal clear audio with the Sennheiser HSP 4 headworn mic and your preferred Sennheiser wireless microphone system. This discreet mic features an 8.4mm cardioid microphone capsule, a comfortable headworn/neckband design, and a built-in windscreen to keep plosives down while the mic is in use. The HSP 4 employs a locking 3-pin connector that works with many different Sennheiser bodypack transmitters, and the boom can be switched out for the optional HSP 2 boom mic, as well.

Capture and transmit crystal clear audio with the Sennheiser HSP 4 headworn mic and your preferred Sennheiser wireless microphone system. This discreet mic features an 8.4mm cardioid microphone capsule, a comfortable headworn/neckband design, and a built-in windscreen to keep plosives down while the mic is in use. The mic's cardioid polar pattern rejects most side and background noise, keeping your signal focused and clean. The HSP 4 employs a locking 3-pin connector that works with many different Sennheiser bodypack transmitters, and the boom can be switched out for the optional HSP 2 boom mic, as well.

Lead vocal stage mic, designed to perform under pressure. Uniform frequency pick-up pattern maintains signal quality when moving on and off axis during performance. Gentle presence boost to even tonal response ensures clarity and projection. Minimal proximity effect provides consistently clear bass and performance when singing closer to or farther from capsule.

High flexibility for those willing to go a step further. XS WIRELESS 2 grows with your demands by offering an intuitive LCD display for more manual options and 12 compatible channels in a stable UHF band, withstanding tougher live stage conditions. The XS WIRELESS 2 VOCAL SET is an easy to use all-in-one wireless system for singers and presenters featuring Sennheiser’s renowned evolution microphone capsule e835 (superior dynamic, cardioid) to perform under pressure.

The Sennheiser XSW 1-825 bundles great sound and ease of use into a sleek handheld wireless system. The transmitter employs an 825 cardioid capsule with a warm, smooth sound and excellent feedback rejection. Convenient features like one-button scanning and synchronization are housed in a streamlined receiver with built-in antennas. Intuitive icon-based indicators make operation a piece of cake. Use up to 10 systems simultaneously. The Sennheiser XSW 1-825 is a great handheld wireless system for singers, presenters, and instrumentalists.

Achieve the ultimate in wireless freedom with Sennheiser's ew 152 G4. Using a combination of a lightweight headset microphone, a compact bodypack transmitter, and a reliable rackmountable receiver, the ew 152 G4 system makes hands-free vocal performance a reality. And it sounds great — you get 1,680 tunable UHF frequencies across a 42MHz bandwidth for interference-free reception. This system is highly expandable — you can link up to twelve receivers for simultaneous setup.

Achieve great-sounding vocals with Sennheiser's ew 100-945 G4. This wireless system's SKM 100 G4-S handheld transmitter features a tight supercardioid pattern, so it picks up the vocalist while eliminating feedback. The ew 100-945 G4 also includes an EM 100 G4 rackmount receiver, which offers 1,680 tunable UHF frequencies across a 42MHz bandwidth for interference-free reception. This system is highly expandable — you can link up to twelve receivers for simultaneous setup. And you'll benefit from a 330-foot transmission range and up to eight hours of operation. Beyond that, the ew 100-945 G4 is backward-compatible with previous evolution systems, ensuring that your past investment continues to pay off into the future.

The Model 55SH Series II microphone provides the Shure classic UNlDYNE® II design coupled with modern acoustic components to meet today's performance standards. This microphone is excellent for vocal pickup with its characteristic Shure presence peak.

The Shure Beta 57A maintains a true supercardioid pattern throughout its frequency range. This insures high gain before feedback, maximum isolation from other sound sources, and minimum off-axis tone coloration. A completely new grille design on the Shure Beta 57A lets you take better advantage of proximity effect. The Shure Beta 57A is an exceptionally versatile microphone. Typical applications include drums, guitar amplifiers, brass, woodwinds and vocals.

Rather than buying the microphones one by one, the batsmen will have the opportunity to purchase PG Alta kits containing everything needed to sound to a standard battery. PGA Drumkit 4 comprises PGA52 1, 2 and 1 PGA57 PGA56, in addition to clamps and cables. Designed to provide excellent sound capture all of the battery, on stage and in the studio.

Rather than buy the microphones one by one, drummers will have the opportunity to buy PG Alta kits, containing everything needed to sound a standard battery. The PGA Drumkit 7 includes 1 PGA52, 3 PGA56, 1 PGA57 and a pair of PGA81, in addition to the clips and cables. Designed to provide excellent sound from the entire drums, on stage and in the studio.

The Beta 58A dynamic vocal microphone was specially designed for stage performances and studio recordings. Its frequency response specifically accentuates the voice and its supercardioid polar pattern isolates other sound sources.

Professional UHF microphone system with 2 wireless handheld microphones.

The C451 B is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone with the identical acoustical behavior of its predecessor, the legendary C451 EB + CK1 capsule, which was a bestseller right from the start in 1969.

The RØDE M3 is a highly versatile end-address condenser microphone, designed to be completely at home in the studio, on stage or on location. It is equally suitable as an instrument microphone for guitars, drums and percussion or even vocals.

Featuring a heavy duty metal body and internally shock mounted 1/2" condenser capsule mounted for end-address, the M3 can be powered either via P48 phantom power, or an internal 9V battery.