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“A high-quality solution for capturing your drums”: Sennheiser MD 421 Kompakt review
A drum and instrument studio classic gets the scaled-down treatment
Best microphones for recording 2025: My top studio mics for instruments, vocals and more
These are the best recording microphones from the biggest brands including AKG, Rode, Audio Technica, Neumann and more
Best podcasting microphones 2025: our expert picks for every budget and level, with audio demos
Record your next podcast or stream your heart out with the very best podcast mics, including our recommendations under $100/£100 – plus full reviews and expert buying advice
Best budget USB microphones 2025: Get creative and sound better for less
Our expert pick of the top cheap USB mics for streaming, podcasting, recording, gaming, work calls, and more
NAMM 2025: Shure takes to the stage with new instrument, headset and vocal mics
New wireless receivers join the party, too
Why Justin Timberlake's engineer has him singing through a classic low-budget mic on his latest tour
It's indestructible, it's bargain priced, and it turns out that, even after 59 years, it definitely isn't going to ruin the tour
Best vocal mics 2025: Our top vocal microphones for stage and studio
Add some sheen to your vocals with the best dynamic and condenser mics from Shure, AKG, Rode, Aston, Telefunken, Neumann, and more
Best Holiday Gift for 2024 - Sennheiser MD 421 Kompakt Recording Microphone
Four good reasons to give the gift of great sound with the Sennheiser MD 421 Kompakt
