Here at MusicRadar, we've been testing microphones for over 17 years now, so we've got a great overview of what the landscape is like for vocalists. Whether you're recording your latest single or ...

The Shure SM4 microphone, released in 2024, is one of the best microphones for beginner home musicians who don’t want to ...

Great for studio recording, condenser microphones are sensitive mics that require phantom power to operate, which can usually be found on your audio interface. In rare cases, some condenser mics come ...

More pro tips on recording vocalsWant to know how close to get to the mic and more? Here’s a fresh bunch of top tips. "How the pros mix vocals" and get that ‘glued-in’ soundGot your raw ...

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Dan Slentz tests Shure’s new SM4 microphone. The company markets it as a home recording mic for vocals and instruments.

NAMM 2025: There’s a whole raft of new products on the way from Shure, with the venerable studio brand pushing out the boat ...

Here are some tips for recording vocals that can help you achieve that goal. Not all microphones are created equal. Depending on your voice type, genre, and budget, you may want to experiment with ...

This means you’re probably sitting on a pod-worthy pitch right now. Whether you’re ready to broadcast your hot take to the masses or reckon recording your voice just seems like good fun, the best ...