Buying Guides

Five Essential Mics for Your Home Studio

Build a powerful home studio without a million-dollar mic cabinet. Discover how a few smart microphone choices can help you create stunning, professional tracks.

Be prepared for any session that comes in. Stock your locker with these essential microphones for professional recording studios.

We’ve compiled some of our most popular podcast microphones chosen by both seasoned pros and keen beginners.

The Best Wireless Systems for Guitar and Bass

Whether you’re holding down an intimate weekly gig or routinely embarking on international tours, the perks of a cable-free guitar or bass rig are undeniable. We’ll cover some of our favorite, top-selling and best-reviewed wireless systems for guitar and bass to help you streamline your setup.

The Best Microphones for Recording Electric Guitar

In this article, we’re providing a list of the best choices for miking your amps, along with guidance on what each mic brings to the party and how to get the most from it.

How to Choose the Best Microphone in 2025

Find the best condenser, dynamic, ribbon and stereo microphones for recording, podcasting and live performance.

From workhorse dynamic mics to bold condensers, see our picks for singing live.

We pick the top USB mics for podcasting, recording, next-level controls, iOS and Android video, and using Zoom, Teams and other meeting apps.

We rate and compare the top drum microphones for stage and studio. See the best mics and mic packs for snares, kick drums, overheads and more.

Best Microphones for Recording Vocals in 2025

Discover the perfect mic to record your voice. We compare the top condenser, dynamic and ribbon mics from AKG, Shure, Neumann, Audio-Technica and more.

The Best Microphones for Recording Acoustic Guitar

Check out our top picks for delivering stunning acoustic guitar tones.

Best Microphones for Gaming, Streaming and YouTube in 2024

Whether you’re a gamer, livestreamer or YouTuber, there’s a microphone that’s purpose-designed to suit your needs.

A Guide to the AKG C414 Condenser Microphone

Learn the history behind and surrounding the legend that is the 414 mic—as well as the present-day AKG C-Series models you can find here at Guitar Center.

Everything You Need to Upgrade Your Livestream

It's time to step up your streaming game.

How to Choose a Wireless Microphone System for a House of Worship

Wireless microphone systems can give you the freedom and mobility to better connect with the congregation and deliver your message loud and clear.

Five Essential Mics for Your Home Studio

Essential Microphones for Professional Recording Studios

Top 5 Microphones for Podcasting

The Best Wireless Systems for Guitar and Bass

The Best Microphones for Recording Electric Guitar

How to Choose the Best Microphone in 2025

The Best Microphones for Live Vocals

The Best USB Microphones of 2025

Best Drum Microphones of 2025

Best Microphones for Recording Vocals in 2025

The Best Microphones for Recording Acoustic Guitar

Best Microphones for Gaming, Streaming and YouTube in 2024

A Guide to the AKG C414 Condenser Microphone

Everything You Need to Upgrade Your Livestream

How to Choose a Wireless Microphone System for a House of Worship