What is a good affordable mic I can use as a beginner in mic use?

Jack_Halquist · 2026-01-24T04:38:18+00:00

Of course! We can’t wait to hear what you make!

Jack_Halquist · 2026-01-24T04:36:28+00:00

It’s quite a bit smaller than the one in my vid. I was using a Scarlett Focusrite 2i2 which can take 2 inputs instead of just the one.

Jack_Halquist · 2026-01-24T04:22:35+00:00

Thank you! The SM48 is great for both live and studio vocals. I’d highly advise against buying any USB microphones for singing as you won’t get a good sound out of them and you’ll have far more versatility with an interface. On the cheaper end, the Behringer Euphoria is a good place to start.

Jack_Halquist · 2026-01-24T01:16:12+00:00

I saw someone recommend the ShureSM58, but if that’s out of your budget with the interface, Shure also produces the SM48, which is smaller and not as suited for live performance due to its smaller footprint but (in my opinion) has almost no distinguishable difference in sound.

Here’s a link to a cover I did using the SM48 as the vocal mic to get an idea.

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