Microphones

Decades
Made In Germany
Released in 1957 /
The beyerdynamic M 160 is a dynamic double-ribbon microphone with a hypercardioid polar pattern, handcrafted in Germany and designed for studio and stage applications requiring precise directional control and detailed transient response.
Made In Germany
Released in 1963 /
The beyerdynamic M 88 is a dynamic moving-coil microphone with a hypercardioid polar pattern, continuously handmade in Germany since 1963 and designed for demanding studio and live applications.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 1965 /
The Shure SM57 is a cardioid dynamic microphone developed for instrument and sound source capture, and has become one of the most widely used microphones in professional recording studios since its introduction.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 1966 /
The Shure SM58 is a dynamic cardioid vocal microphone that has become one of the most recognisable and widely used microphones in professional audio, valued for its durability, consistency, and focused vocal reproduction.
Made In Germany
Released in 1966 /
The Neumann KM 84 is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone introduced in 1966 and recognised as the first microphone designed for 48 volt phantom power operation.
Made In Austria
Released in 1969 /
The AKG C451 is a small diaphragm condenser microphone with a heritage dating back to the late 1960s, recognised for its precision engineering and long standing role in professional recording studios. The current C451 B continues this lineage as the modern production version.
Made In Germany
Released in 1969 /
The beyerdynamic M 201 is a dynamic moving-coil microphone designed for highly accurate sound capture, combining natural sound reproduction with the durability and reliability of a dynamic transducer.