Updated: March 8, 2022

Many of our fans are music enthusiasts and use our audio gear specifically for musical instruments including the drums, bass, acoustic guitar, and more. Whether you are a professional musician or just enjoy recording and playing music, the right audio gear, set up, and instrument microphone is key. To help guide our fans through which microphone is the best fit for their needs, we rounded up some of our mics ideal for a variety of different instruments. From large diaphragm cardioid microphones to professional acoustic microphones, check out our roundup below!

ATM650 – Snare

Calling all snare and guitar enthusiasts! As a part of the Artist series, the ATM650 Hypercardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone features a multi-stage flat grille design for precise positioning close to the sound source. The versatile microphone has a frequency response tailored for clear sound reproduction of guitar cabinets, snare, and percussion.

ATM230 – Toms

Ideally suited for drum users and enthusiasts, the ATM230 Artist Series instrument microphone is a must-have for miking toms, snare, and additional percussion instruments. This dynamic instrument microphone’s proprietary capsule excels in high SPL applications, delivering full, well-rounded audio with an exceptional low-end. Aided by a low-profile design, the hypercardioid polar pattern keeps the focus on the sound source, which allows it to be placed in a variety of setups.

ATM450 – Hi-Hat/Cymbals

The ATM450 cardioid condenser microphone offers a side-addressed stick design for countless placement options and minimal obstructions. It is equipped with an integral 80 Hz hi-pass filter, which provides easy switching from a flat frequency response to a low-end roll-off. The ATM450 studio instrument mic also features a switchable 10 db pad that lowers the microphone’s sensitivity providing higher SPL capability for flexible use with a wide range of performers and system configurations. With its flat frequency response, this microphone is ideal for live and amplified acoustic instruments, like hi-hats, cymbals, and drums

AE3000 – Guitar Amp

The AE3000, a high-SPL large diaphragm cardioid condenser instrument microphone, delivers supreme performance. The cardioid microphone’s capsule combines with an open architecture of the headcase providing an extremely accurate and open sound. The cardioid mic polar pattern reduces pickup of unwanted sound from sides and rear, improving isolation of the desired sound. The AE300 excels in applications such as guitar cabinets, toms, snare, timpani, horns and overheads.

ATM350GL – Acoustic Guitar

Designed specifically for guitar use, the ATM350GL is the ultimate performance tool, featuring the ATM350a cardioid condenser microphone. This acoustic microphone features a high SPL providing a clear well-balanced response. Additionally, side and rear pick up is reduced through the cardioid polar pickup pattern that isolates the instrument resulting in an incredibly clear sound. The microphone can be securely fastened to a guitar or other string instruments with a body depth of 90-135mm..

ATM350PL – Piano

The ATM350PL is designed for piano users and features the ATM350a cardioid condenser microphone for a crisp, clear sound. The instrument microphone’s polar pickup pattern isolates the piano or other desired instruments, by reducing side or rear pickup. Additionally, the switchable 80Hz high-pass filter on the in-line power module helps control undesired, ambient noise.

ATM350W – Woodwinds

Featuring the ATM350a cardioid condenser microphone, the ATM350W is designed for use with woodwinds. With a low-profile design, perfect for minimum visibility and a clear, well-balanced sound, the ATM350a professional condenser microphone is a great addition to your audio gear. Securely fasten the instrument mic to any woodwind instrument and position it to stay where you want it using the included woodwind mount.

ATM350U – Sax

Designed for saxophone or instruments with brass, the ATM350U features the ATM350a cardioid condenser microphone. Pair this with the included universal clip-on mount, the instrument mic can be securely clipped to the belt of your instrument without any flopping or unwanted movement.

ATM250 – Kick Drum

The ATM250 instrument mic, a natural with high SPLs, is tailored for kick drum, percussion, brass, and other highly dynamic instruments. This microphone has excellent presence due to its warm low-frequency response and is equipped with a tight hypercardioid polar pickup pattern. For secure mounting and versatile positioning, the ATM250 includes a professional isolation clamp.

AE5100 – Strings

This large-diaphragm professional cardioid condenser instrument microphone is great for string instruments, overheads, percussions, acoustic guitar, and other acoustic instruments, providing uncompromising sound quality. Not only is it ideal for recording, but with its rich, warm, accurate sound, the AE5100 incorporates the essential ingredients for quality live sound in a choir microphone. Its low-profile design permits innovative placement options while offering an outstanding performance to-size-ratio, making it one of the best microphones for instrument recording.