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"Professional-quality recordings with minimal effort": Shure's new SM4 microphone aims to simplify home recording
By Matt Mullen published
Shure says the SM4 will deliver pro sound regardless of your setup, environment or experience
![Shure MV7+](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NYCfDR7AZrmpj5wGqaFeoa-320-80.jpg)
“One of the most versatile, feature-laden mics for podcasting”: Shure MV7+ review
By Chris Corfield published
Shure’s latest is an evolution, if not a revolution, in premium podcasting mics
![Two microphones in front of a Fender guitar amp](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oP7kau8Rm9mPCP46phyD6J-320-80.jpg)
Best cheap microphones for recording 2024: Budget microphones for studio and stage
By Chris Corfield last updated
Record instruments or vocals, make a podcast or boost live performances for less, with our pick of the best budget microphones around
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Best live vocal microphones 2024: the finest gigging mics you can buy today
By Simon Fellows last updated
Get the very best live vocal performance with tried and tested mics from Shure, Sennheiser, Lewitt, DPA, Aston and more
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Best camera microphones 2024: Shotgun and lavalier mics for content creators
By Chris Corfield last updated
Bypass your camera’s built-in mic with possibly the most important add-on to any video rig
![Shure SM7dB in our writer's home studio](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WhvgzXLdZoHZUXTVYxJa25-320-80.jpg)
“Whether you're upgrading from the SM7B or exploring professional microphones for the first time, the SM7dB is a compelling option that stands out in its category”: Shure SM7dB review
By Chris Corfield published
Iconic speech and vocal mic gets a welcome boost. The same, but better?
![A JZ Microphones Vintage V12 in a studio](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tzk4Svutwfjg38ckHR5ZxY-320-80.jpg)
Best microphones for recording 2024: Top studio mics for instruments, vocals and more
By Chris Corfield last updated
These are the best recording microphones from the biggest brands including AKG, Rode, Audio Technica and more, split by price
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“A superb option for podcasters, streamers and musicians”: Lewitt Ray review
By Chris Corfield published
Beat the proximity effect with Lewitt’s exciting new range detection technology. We go live
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