There is a huge selection of microphones on the market, and they all have different purposes. You get mics for karaoke, for live use and for studio use. As far as studio mics go, you get vocal mics, instrument mics, overhead mics, drum mics. You name it, they exist!
Unfortunately, there is no “one mic suits all” option available. A good quality vocal mic, for example, would not be able to handle to punishment that a bass drum mic would be able to handle.
Different mics use different capsule designs and pick up sound in different ways. That is why it always pays to use the right mic for the job.
If you want to record vocals, get a vocal mic. For acoustic guitars or other acoustic instruments (that don’t have a pickup built in) get a good quality condenser mic. For drums, buy a drum kit mic set. Remember, to get the best sound from the drums, each drum and cymbal would ideally have its own mic.
If you’re in the process of setting up your first home studio, but don’t know where to start, check out our handy home studio buyers guide.
If you want some advice on the best microphone for your purposes, feel free to get in touch with one of our studio specialists or to visit one of our stores.
Studio Microphone Examples
RØDE NT2A
Limited Special Offer: R5 595
Retail Price: R7 995
EIKON C14
Limited Special Offer: R2 095
Retail Price: R2 995
SAMSON C01
Limited Special Offer: R995
Retail Price: R1 330
RØDE NT1KIT
Limited Special Offer: R4 395
Retail Price: R6 295
PROEL MIC62USB
Limited Special Offer: R895
Retail Price: R1 295
PROEL CM12
Limited Special Offer: R1 395
Retail Price: R1 995
