6 Great Home Studio Mics Under $500

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  • MXL R144 Ribbon Microphone with Shockmount

    • UPC: 702403295280
    • ASIN: B002LASBRG
    • Brand: MXL
    • Size: 4.00 x 8.00 x 12.00 inches
    • Manufacturer: Marshall Electronics

    Incorporating a Figure-8 polar pattern and a 1.8-micron aluminum ribbon, the MXL R144 offers breathtaking sound for vocal and instrument recordings and is an excellent microphone for broadcast applications. The R144 also performs brilliantly on acoustic instruments, strings, and horns and offers high SPL capability, outstanding side rejection and p... [Read More]

  • Cascade Microphones 98-G-A FAT HEAD Ribbon Microphone, Brown Body/Gold Grill

    • UPC: 608766969816
    • ASIN: B01I3A07HE
    • Brand: Cascade Microphones
    • Manufacturer: Cascade Microphones

    Unlike most ribbon motors designed today with an offset ribbon the new Cascade FAT HEAD houses a hand-tuned ribbon element that incorporates the legendary symmetrical ribbon design. This design offers a true figure 8 pattern. The corrugated aluminum membrane itself is positioned in the center from front to back, thus producing a balanced audio inpu... [Read More]

  • Golden Age Project R1 Active MKIII Active Ribbon Microphone

    • ASIN: B0050DIHAC
    • Brand: Golden Age Project
    • Manufacturer: Golden Age Project

    Active Ribbon Mic with Figure-8 polar pattern, FET Buffer Amp, 10dB Pad and Highpass Filter

  • Golden Age Project R1 MKII Ribbon Microphone

    • ASIN: B004ZGQKGI
    • Brand: Golden Age Project
    • Manufacturer: Golden Age Project

    Passive Ribbon Microphone with Figure-8 Polar Pattern

  • Cascade Microphones FAT HEAD BE Grey Body/Anodized Silver Grill

    • UPC: 608766969854
    • ASIN: B01IGPCMZ6
    • Brand: Cascade Microphones
    • Manufacturer: Cascade Microphones

    The FAT HEAD BE offers the same famous FAT HEAD sound (sonically the same as all of the other stock FAT HEAD'S) featuring the same ribbon motor and transformer - less the Molded Flight Case. It has been described by Guitar Player Magazine as the new go to microphone for recording guitar. Unlike most ribbon motors designed today with an offset ribbo... [Read More]

  • MXL V67G Large Capsule Condenser Microphone

    • UPC: 001910654321
    • ASIN: B000JRPYGE
    • Brand: MXL Mics
    • Size: Large
    • Manufacturer: Marshall Electronics

    "Old school tube mellow" is often used to describe the sound of the MXL V67G Large Capsule Condenser Microphone. Designed mainly for vocals, the V67G combines Class A FET circuitry and a transformer-coupled output for an open and pure sound. The V67G comes through with killer vocals even in front of a busy mix and has great stage appeal with a gold... [Read More]

  • Shure 55SH Series II Dynamic Microphone (the Elvis Microphone)

    • UPC: 805232290126
    • ASIN: B0002GZKWU
    • Brand: Shure
    • Manufacturer: Shure Incorporated

    Can one actually put on a great show without a crazy-cool looking microphone on stage with them? Technically, yes. But man would the Shure SH55 UNIDYNE II take the performance over the top! Yeah, that's right, the Shure 55SH UNIDYNE II puts the finishing touches on any act that's going for the classic vibe, but needs a mic that performs up to today... [Read More]

  • MXL R77 Classic Ribbon Microphone with Mogami XLR Cable and Desktop Mic Stand

    • UPC: 658700916109
    • ASIN: B001VSDEJO
    • Brand: MXL
    • Manufacturer: Marshall Electronics

    The MXL R77 is a classic ribbon microphone that delivers unbelievably natural sound and stunning realism to vocal and instrument recordings. Powerful and versatile, the R77 incorporates a Figure-8 polar pattern for extended sweet spots as well as a 1.8-micron aluminum ribbon for smooth lows and natural highs. Manufactured with premium materials, th... [Read More]

  • sE Electronics X1R Passive Ribbon Microphone

    • UPC: 850426001941
    • ASIN: B006FVMKJ2
    • Brand: SE Electronics
    • Manufacturer: sE Electronics

    Passive Ribbon Microphone with 20Hz-16kHz Frequency Response (+/-1dB), and 135dB Maximum SPL

  • Beyerdynamic M160 Double Ribbon Microphone - Hypercardioid

    • ASIN: B0002SAF2S
    • Brand: beyerdynamic
    • Manufacturer: beyerdynamic

    Beyerdynamic's M 160 is a dynamic double ribbon microphone featuring a hypercardioid polar pattern, effective for all types of remote and in studio voice reproduction. In the recording studio, the M 160 is recommended for miking instruments such as violins, violas, cellos, pianos, and saxophones, as well as for hi hat and toms. Its non glare black ... [Read More]

  • Cloud Microphones CL-1 Cloudlifter 1-Channel Mic Activator

    • UPC: 094922059796
    • ASIN: B004MQSV04
    • Brand: Cloud Microphones
    • Manufacturer: Cloud Microphones

    1-channel +25dB In-line Microphone Preamplifier

  • Superlux R102 Ribbon Microphone With Mount

    • ASIN: B00CA0CLJG
    • Brand: Superlux
    • Manufacturer: Superlux

    The R102 is an active aluminum ribbon microphone designed for the recording studio. It features the high sensitivity of a condenser microphone, yet exhibits the smoother frequency response and excellent transient response of a ribbon microphone. The speed response of a ribbon mic is optimal among all types of microphones. The R102 active aluminum r... [Read More]

  • ART AR5 ACTIVE RIBBON MICROPHONE

    • UPC: 840402040521
    • ASIN: B00TKO18KS
    • Brand: ART
    • Manufacturer: ART

    ART AR5 ACTIVE RIBBON MICROPHONE

  • MXL 550/551R Microphone Ensemble

    • UPC: 801813130232
    • ASIN: B002LASBS0
    • Brand: MXL Mics
    • Manufacturer: Marshall Electronics

    This all-in-one Recording Ensemble delivers outstanding performance for both vocals and instruments. Ideal for quality-oriented but budget-mindful musicians, the MXL 550/551R Ensemble includes the MXL 550 and MXL 551. The MXL 550 is a robust vocal condenser microphone with exceptional clarity and tonal quality. The MXL 551 instrument microphone pro... [Read More]

  • Cascade Microphones 980-G-A Ribbon Microphone

    • UPC: 608766969793
    • ASIN: B01I39ZZ90
    • Brand: Cascade Microphones
    • Manufacturer: Cascade Microphones

    Unlike most ribbon motors designed today with an offset ribbon the new Cascade FAT HEAD houses a hand-tuned ribbon element that incorporates the legendary symmetrical ribbon design. This design offers a true figure 8 pattern. The corrugated aluminum membrane itself is positioned in the center from front to back, thus producing a balanced audio inpu... [Read More]

  • CAD Audio CADLive D82 Large Format Ribbon Side Address Microphone

    • UPC: 631922106763
    • ASIN: B00IB6HP4Y
    • Brand: CAD Audio
    • Manufacturer: CAD Audio

    D82 is a Moving Ribbon Dynamic that will give you true ribbon warmth with a bit more sparkle than you might expect in a ribbon microphone. Its exceptional frequency response along with an impressive max SPL make it perfect for delivering your custom tone.

  • Rode NTR Premium Active Ribbon Microphone

    • UPC: 698813004300
    • ASIN: B00SP31VRU
    • Brand: Rode
    • Manufacturer: Rode

    At first glance of the NTR you're aware that it's very special and unique - an intricate blend of art and science. Designed to hang in the world's finest recording studios and performance halls equally as well as home studio spaces, its existence is a labor of love for RODE. Every element of the NTR, from the transformer to the ribbon element itsel... [Read More]

  • MXL 990/991 Recording Condenser Microphone Package

    • UPC: 801813089523
    • ASIN: B0002GJI3C
    • Brand: MXL
    • Manufacturer: MXL

    The MXL 990/MXL 991 Recording Mic Package is your one-stop mic kit for vocals, drum overheads, acoustic guitars, and more! Two studio condenser microphones are included. The 990 offers a silky, sweet high end and a tight solid bass, perfect for recording vocals; and the 991 is a superior instrument microphone designed for recording acoustic guitar ... [Read More]

  • Cascade Microphones 980-B-A Ribbon Microphone

    • UPC: 608766969786
    • ASIN: B01I3A04TU
    • Brand: Cascade Microphones
    • Manufacturer: Cascade Microphones

    Unlike most ribbon motors designed today with an offset ribbon the new Cascade FAT HEAD houses a hand-tuned ribbon element that incorporates the legendary symmetrical ribbon design. This design offers a true figure 8 pattern. The corrugated aluminum membrane itself is positioned in the center from front to back, thus producing a balanced audio inpu... [Read More]

  • Superlux PRA-628 MKII

    • UPC: 798304270945
    • ASIN: B00FXBU85S
    • Brand: Superlux
    • Manufacturer: Superlux

    he PRA628MKII is an optimized model of the PRA628. With extended frequency response, deeper to the lower bottom range, higher SPL capacity, supercardioid directivity, high gain before feedback, and flat pop screen design, it is suitable for guitar, bass amplifier pick up or instrument reinforcement..

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