12 Ribbon Mics for Electric Guitar – Take a Listen
Most engineers know that ribbon mics and electric guitars are a match made in heaven. But which ribbon mic is right for you? Which one will... Read more »
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21 Guitar Amp Mics – Take a Listen!
We all know that guitarists are obsessive about their tone, and rightfully so. They audition everything from guitars to amps, tubes, speakers,... Read more »
Dec 27, 2022, 8:00 AM
Best Mics for Baritone Saxophone — with Sound Samples
The baritone saxophone has played a significant role in jazz and even rock music. It’s a sound that most people recognize, even if they can’t... Read more »
Aug 2, 2022, 2:49 PM
Best Mics for Flugelhorn – Take a Listen
The flugelhorn. For those who were listening to radio in the ’70s, it may bring back memories of the biggest flugelhorn hit in recent memory:... Read more »
Jun 30, 2022, 8:00 AM
How to Mic a Flute
With our large inventory of band and orchestra instruments and accessories, Sweetwater is ready to make your musical dreams a reality — whatever... Read more »
May 29, 2022, 12:00 PM
10 Best Ribbon Mics for Recording
Before condenser microphones were in widespread use ribbon microphones were very popular; they remained so throughout the 1950s, but their... Read more »
Apr 22, 2022, 8:00 AM
12 Top-of-the-line Ribbon Microphones
As the ribbon microphone celebrates its 100th birthday, we thought we’d take a look back at its illustrious history, even as we shine a light on... Read more »
Apr 5, 2022, 12:00 PM
Best Mics for Piccolo Trumpet — Take a Listen
The piccolo trumpet — what an iconic sound! Mention it, and most musicians alive today think of one song: “Penny Lane.” That trumpet solo... Read more »
Feb 19, 2022, 3:00 PM
Best Mics for Saxophone – with Sound Samples
Saxophone. It’s such an iconic-sounding instrument. From Paul Desmond’s timeless melody on the biggest-selling jazz single of all time, Dave... Read more »
Feb 10, 2022, 11:00 AM
How to Record a Flute at Home
For more than four decades, Sweetwater has been your number one resource for pro audio gear, musical instruments, and live sound equipment. And... Read more »