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Tag - Budget microphones

A collection of microphone reviews in the $100-200 price range.

AKG P220 review: True workhorse condenser at a low price

Although AKG is known for its high-end microphones and innovations in recording technology, the company has had its hand in consumer-grade products for some time and to varying success. Let’s see how it’s managed with the P220.

Shure Beta 58A review: An SM58 with more bite

Most of you are probably familiar with the iconic SM58, but perhaps less of you are aware of the Beta 58A. The series originally came out in the 80s, before Shure decided to make some slight updates and alterations to the design around 1996.

MXL 990 review: Best $100 spent on a condenser?

In this review, I’ll be taking a look at the MXL 990 large-diaphragm condenser microphone. This microphone is bright, silky, and capable of much more than one would expect from a cheap microphone in this price range. I got my hands on its “Blaze” edition. Let’s take a look.

AKG P120 review: Great versatility on a budget

Despite being best known for their high-grade recording technologies and innovations, AKG has a number of budget-friendly products.

The P120 may be more affordable than most other products AKG has to offer, but does its performance uphold the company’s reputation?

Lewitt LCT 240 Pro review: Great entry-level microphone

In this review, I’ll be taking a look at the Lewitt LCT 240 Pro condenser microphone. Lewitt is a great company, and I’ve come to expect some truly fantastic products from them over the years. Without further ado, let’s get started.

Shure SM57 review: Industry standard for a reason

What is there to say about the Shure SM57 that hasn’t been said before? For starters, it’s a legendary microphone that sounds great on just about anything.

It’s incredibly cheap, extremely durable, and most professionals have at least a handful of them lying around somewhere in their studio.