Ribbon Mics: How They Work & When to Use Them
Here at Sweetwater, we believe that there are two types of engineers: those who love ribbon mics and those who haven’t discovered them yet.... Read more »
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Jul 19, 2025, 11:30 AM
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 »
Jan 28, 2022, 5:36 PM
Choosing the Best Mic for Upright Bass – with Sound Samples
There are lots of instruments that are challenging to mic and record. For me, the upright bass (or double bass) is right up near the top of that... Read more »
Oct 29, 2021, 3:00 PM
How to Mic a Clarinet
Whether you’re a career audio engineer or a clarinet player that’s ready to record at home, miking up a clarinet may leave you questioning your... Read more »
Apr 7, 2021, 10:00 AM
How a Microphone Works
From handheld stage dynamics to high-dollar large-diaphragm studio condensers to tour-ready contemporary ribbons, there are lots of microphones... Read more »