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Beginner's Gear Guide: Project Studio Microphones

Beginner's Gear Guides: Project Studio Microphones

Start recording at home with these inexpensive mics.
You don't have to spend an arm and a leg to supply your home project studio with a few good mics. If you're ready to start recording vocals and instruments at home, check out our picks below.

USB microphones plug directly into your computer or mobile device for the simplest possible setup -- no need for an audio interface, mixing board, or preamplifier. If you've already got an audio interface, check out our picks for standard XLR microphones.

Condenser microphones help you captured detailed vocals and acoustic instruments, while dynamic microphones are budget-friendly tools for tracking drums, guitar amps, and more. And if you're looking to build up your collection in a hurry, economical microphone packs are the way to go.

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USB Condenser Microphones: Plug in and start recording fast
These simple microphones plug directly into your computer's USB port, with no need for a preamp or audio interface. They're ideal for dashing off quickie demos, voiceover auditions, podcasts, and more.
Learn more in our USB Microphone Buying Guide »
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Rode NT-USB Plus USB Condenser Microphone

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Condenser Microphones: Capture vocals and acoustic instruments
When you're ready to record serious vocals or acoustic instruments in your home studio, start here. These entry-level condensers have proven to be worthy contenders among budget-minded engineers. Large-diaphragm condensers are a must-have for tracking vocals, while small-diaphragm condensers are ideal on cymbals, acoustic guitar, and more.
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Rode NT1 5th Generation Hybrid XLR/USB Condenser Microphone

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Dynamic Microphones: Record guitar amps, drums, or vocals
Known for their ruggedness and ability to handle high sound pressure levels, dynamic microphones can't be beat for recording loud sources like snare drums, kick drums, and guitar amplifiers. Plus, a good dynamic mic is indispensable for tracking vocals in the home studio, since they're less sensitive to room ambiance than condenser microphones. They're also a go-to for recording voiceover.
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Modeling Microphones: Try on the sound of any mic
Modeling mics from Slate Digital, Universal Audio, Antelope Audio and more are studio "Swiss Army knife" mics that can emulate the voices of other microphones through the magic of modeling software that runs in your DAW. Try out the sounds of myriad microphones on your voice, drums, or guitar amp, and get familiar with all the celebrated classics for a great price.
Microphone Packs: Record a full drum kit or ensemble
Need to record a full drum set? A guitarist who sings? Or a classical ensemble? Sooner or later, you're going to need more than one microphone. Stock up the economical way with a mic package that includes multiple microphones, from drum mic packs to stereo pairs. Some packs even include the XLR cables and clips you need to complete your setup.
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Audix DP4 Drum Microphone Kit

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