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Recording Instrument Condenser Microphones

The conventional wisdom in the music world is that when it comes to recording, the condenser microphone is king. And there's a good reason for that: these mics are about as versatile as it gets, and the technology that powers them delivers incredible accuracy by design, even in areas where other mics might get fuzzy, such as sibilants and plosives. They're also champs at handling the diverse sounds created by musical instruments, which makes recording instrument condenser microphones some of the most important pieces of hardware in any recording studio. And they're available in a wide variety that caters to every kind of instrument, so no matter what you're recording, you're on the right track.

Some of the mics in this section are designed for specific instruments, including the Audix ADX10-FLP Miniature Electret Condenser Microphone for Flute, the Applied Microphone Technology AMT M40 Acoustic Piano Microphone System and the MXL Guitar Cube Pro, to name just a few. Mics like these are specially tuned to emphasize the sounds of their respective instruments, so they're excellent choices if you record those exclusively. On the other hand, for recording setups that need to be ready for anything, you might prefer a more versatile model. The Neumann TLM 102 Condenser Microphone and the Manley Reference Cardioid Microphone are two top-of-the-line suggestions to get you started, and they're just a few highlights from a lineup that also includes plenty of budget-friendly options for the recording beginner or hobbyist.

Like all things in music, what's most important about recording instrument condenser microphones is that you get the best fit for your needs. Whether that's one of the mics already mentioned, something like the Behringer C-2 Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Pair or the Earthworks QTC40mp Omnidirectional Microphone (Matched Pair) for recording in stereo, or any of the many other instrument mics found here, the choice is yours to make. Take your time and read up on all your top picks, and you might be surprised at how easily the right decision comes to you!