If there’s one thing you can say about media in the 21st century, it’s that filmmaking and videography have never been more accessible. Content creators now have a range of different tools at their disposal, at different price points, and for different purposes. Whether you’re an indie filmmaker or an aspiring journalist, you’re sure to…
The history of professional recording is long and storied and contains hundreds of fantastic mics that have made their impact on the industry in one way or another. Some, however, have made a more significant mark than others, and it’s these mics that are truly able to stand the test of time. For every kind…
If there’s one microphone brand that’s proven its quality time and again, it’s Shure. The company has produced legendary microphones that remain as earnestly popular as they were when they were first released. From the iconic SM58 to the legendary SM57 and fan favorite SM7B, Shure has a product line full of top-quality mics that…
Since its establishment as Freedman Electronics in 1967 and subsequent rebranding as Røde in the 1990s, Røde Microphones has dedicated itself to producing quality mics at affordable prices. The Australian company has an international team of over 250 professionals in a number of disciplines, including electronics engineering, acoustics engineering, robotics, and more. With offices in…
Ribbon mics might not be as popular as they were once before, but Royer Labs has certainly shown they’re back on the rise. For those unfamiliar, a ribbon microphone is a type of dynamic microphone, but with some fundamental differences. Rather than having a diaphragm attached to a coil suspended in a magnetic field, the…
No matter how much technology improves, there are still some things that the classics do better. Vintage mics are known for their warm tones and natural sound and are the backbone of recording as both an industry and an art. If there’s a company out there that manages to bring that vintage sound back into…
When it comes to technical design and engineering, AKG stands head and shoulders above the rest. The company’s reputation for well-designed microphones is safely established, with a number of popular models such as the C12, C414, and C451. AKG mics are long-standing favorites, and its flagship model the C414 is often a presence in many…
In only two short decades, sE Electronics has risen to the top of the industry and become an internationally respected brand that’s become popular in the home and professional studios alike. Known for their top quality, handcrafted mics, the company has produced favorites like the sE Electronics z3300 A, the sE Electronics sE2200a II, and…
Classic mics are classic for a reason, and the Sennheiser 421 has done enough in its long history to warrant an entry into the Hall of Fame. Since its first release in 1960, the MD421 has been a fixture onstage and in professional studios all around the world. But despite its popularity, the past decades…
Over the years, Audio-Technica has comfortably established itself as a manufacturer of top-quality budget and mid-priced microphones. Its AT2020 is a particularly well-known cardioid condenser mic that’s become a favorite in many home studios around the world thanks to its quality sound and affordable price. Thanks to the popularity of the AT2020, Audio-Technica has rolled…