The 30 best white microphone brands

Rode, Sennheiser and Peavey lead our ranking of 30 white microphone brands. Compare what each brand makes, visit its official site, or shop it online.

White Microphone brands, ranked

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  1. 1

    Rode

    Rode makes condenser, dynamic, and shotgun microphones for recording, streaming, broadcast, and video production.

    Popularity 10.0/10

  2. 2

    Sennheiser

    Sennheiser makes studio, broadcast, handheld, and wireless microphones for recording, live sound, and conferencing.

    Popularity 8.7/10

  3. 3

    Peavey

    Peavey makes dynamic vocal and instrument microphones, mostly for live sound and stage use.

    Popularity 8.2/10

  4. 4

    Shure

    Shure makes dynamic, condenser, wireless, and conferencing microphones for stage, studio, and broadcast use.

    Popularity 7.8/10

  5. 5

    MXL

    MXL makes budget condenser and dynamic microphones for home recording, streaming, and podcasting.

    Popularity 6.7/10

  6. 6

    Samson Technologies

    Samson Technologies makes dynamic, condenser, USB, and wireless microphones for live sound and home recording.

    Popularity 5.8/10

  7. 7

    IK Multimedia

    IK Multimedia makes iRig microphones for mobile and desktop recording, including condenser and handheld models.

    Popularity 5.5/10

  8. 8

    beyerdynamic

    beyerdynamic makes dynamic, condenser, and ribbon microphones for studio, stage, and broadcast use.

    Popularity 5.2/10

  9. 9

    Lewitt

    Lewitt makes condenser and dynamic microphones for home studio recording, streaming, and podcasting.

    Popularity 4.6/10

  10. 10

    Heil Sound

    Heil Sound makes dynamic microphones for broadcast, studio recording, live vocals, and amateur radio.

    Popularity 4.6/10

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    Audix

    Audix makes dynamic and condenser microphones for vocals, instruments, broadcast, and live sound.

    Popularity 4.3/10

  12. 12

    JTS

    JTS makes dynamic and condenser microphones for vocals, instruments, and live performance.

    Popularity 3.9/10

  13. 13

    Countryman

    Countryman makes miniature lavalier and headworn microphones for theatre, broadcast, and live performance.

    Popularity 3.9/10

  14. 14

    Electro-Voice

    Electro-Voice makes dynamic microphones for live vocals, broadcast, and public address systems.

    Popularity 3.5/10

  15. 15

    Skytec

    Skytec sells budget karaoke and PA equipment, including wired and wireless microphones for home and party use.

    Popularity 3.5/10

  16. 16

    DPA Microphones

    DPA Microphones makes precision condenser microphones for studio, broadcast, and live sound applications.

    Popularity 3.0/10

  17. 17

    ClearOne

    ClearOne makes conferencing microphones and audio systems for meeting rooms, classrooms, and video calls.

    Popularity 3.0/10

  18. 18

    The Singing Machine

    The Singing Machine makes karaoke systems and wireless microphones aimed at home and party use.

    Popularity 3.0/10

  19. 19

    Mr Entertainer

    Mr Entertainer has the best selection of karaoke machines, microphones, and audio tracks for customers to enjoy at parties and get-togethers with their friends and family. There are several advantages to owning a portable karaoke machine, from hosting parties to...

    Popularity 3.0/10

  20. 20

    NUX

    NUX makes budget microphones and audio accessories alongside its guitar effects and amplifier products.

    Popularity 2.5/10

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    CAD

    CAD Audio makes dynamic and condenser microphones for studio recording, live vocals, and broadcast.

    Popularity 2.5/10

  22. 22

    Korg

    For nearly 50 years, Korg has been meeting the demands of musicians and music fans worldwide. Their products have evolved alongside music technology, from analog synthesizers and rhythm machines to digital workstations. Their most recent inventions, including a whole line...

    Popularity 2.5/10

  23. 23

    Saramonic

    Saramonic makes wireless lavalier systems, shotgun microphones, and smartphone microphones for video and content creation.

    Popularity 2.5/10

  24. 24

    TELEFUNKEN

    TELEFUNKEN makes large-diaphragm condenser microphones for studio recording, based on classic vintage designs.

    Popularity 2.5/10

  25. 25

    DOD

    Protecting our loved ones is our number one priority, guarding them against every misfortune that can befall them. DOD makes sure you can uphold this promise with their products of automobile recording technology and home security systems. They provide dash...

    Popularity 1.7/10

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    sE Electronics

    sE Electronics makes condenser and ribbon microphones for studio recording, live performance, and broadcast.

    Popularity 1.7/10

  27. 27

    Tonor

    Tonor makes budget USB and condenser microphones for podcasting, streaming, and home recording.

    Popularity 1.7/10

  28. 28

    TRAM

    TRAM makes lavalier and clip-on microphones for video, presentations, and broadcast use.

    Popularity 1.7/10

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    Auna

    Auna sells karaoke systems and wired and wireless microphones aimed at home and party use.

    Popularity 1.7/10

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    Polycom

    Polycom makes conference microphones and speakerphones for meeting rooms and video collaboration.

    Popularity 1.7/10