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Best dynamic microphones 2026: Top picks for recording instruments, vocals and podcasts in challenging conditions

By Simon Fellows last updated

Equally at home on the stage or in the studio, we’ve tested a range of dynamic mics to help you get the results you’re after

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Best microphones for recording 2026: My top studio mics for instruments, vocals and more

By Matt McCracken last updated

These are the best recording microphones whether you're recording a podcast at home or working in a studio on proper productions

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Warm Audio WA-47jr SE
“An affordable and flexible Neumann U47 FET-inspired mic”: Warm Audio WA-47jr SE review

By Jon Musgrave Published

Classic mics can be very expensive. Can this affordable mic inspired by a popular classic deliver? Let’s find out

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Hisong AirStudio S1
“A very impressive all-in-one audio recording solution aimed at music and multimedia users”: Hisong AirStudio S1 review

By Jon Musgrave Published

Crowdfunded startup Hisong wants to simplify mobile recording. Let’s see if it has succeeded

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JZ Microphones MU-1
The MU-1 mic promises to make the much-loved ribbon-and-condenser recording trick way more accessible

By Ben Rogerson Published

It promises to combine a classic dual-mic studio technique into one product

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“Say goodbye to unravelling cables and restricted movement”: t-bone launch new series of wireless mics

By Beth Simpson Published

The 300 series can run six systems simultaneously

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Radiohead
How Radiohead were finally convinced to embrace wireless guitar and mic tech for their most recent shows

By Ben Rogerson Published

“We brought it into Jonny Greenwood’s studio and did some blind tests. We all listened and even the most cynical guitar techs were impressed!”

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Best XLR microphones 2026: Top mics for podcasting, streaming, and studio work

By Simon Fellows last updated

Upgrade from USB with the very best-quality, noise-free mics from AKG, Aston, Neumann, Rode, Sennheiser, Shure and more

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Olivia Dean
Olivia Dean sings the praises of the affordable vocal mic that’s still going strong after 60 years

By Ben Rogerson Published

“We ended up going with a chrome finish for The Art of Loving Tour, which fits perfectly with the show design,” she says

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A vocal microphone on a mic stand
Best live vocal microphones 2026: My pick of the top vocal mics that'll elevate your live performance

By Simon Fellows last updated

Get the very best live vocal performance with tried and tested mics from Shure, Sennheiser, DPA, Aston and more

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