Wireless/Clip on Microphones

[surferbob]

Does anyone have recommendations for wireless/clip on microphones?

I need one for an upcoming gig and from my research I don't really know where to begin as there are so many options. Ideally I need something that is durable and will last, preferably under $200, and something that doesn't pick up the sound of valves hitting the keys. What have people here had success with?

[lschofield]

The Shure 98s were most of the recommendations I received: https://chucklevins.com/collections/condenser-microphones?page=1&rb_snize_facet27=Instrument%20Clip-On

I went with the Beta version - handles higher pressure which is good for trumpet, and still inside your budget. Pretty sound isolated for key noise - I haven't noticed any and I've recorded with it. It does pick up key noise if I'm not blowing through it, but so does a mic on a stand.

There are other manufacturers with competing product; this is not a comprehensive review of the options. But, this was the salesperson's recommendation and its worked well for me.

Note wireless version is more because of the transmitter, but I don't dance around when I play. The beta version needs phantom power to drive built in pre-amp.
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[ericmpena]

I’ve been using this one for over a year with no issues.

Originally I had purchased a wireless setup, but the trumpet sounded too synthetic. After some research I realized that wired mics sound closer to a natural trumpet sound versus the wireless options.

From my experience, I’d go with a clip on wired mic.

Shure PGA98H-XLR Cardioid... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TTQLKHS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
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[Bill Ortiz]

The Shure 98 his the best I've used-that's what I used when on tour.
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[surferbob]

Thanks everyone! Your answers were very helpful

[herbievantetering]

The Audio Technica ATM 350 is quite good, you can aldo use it for live but you need a pedal with feedback elimination like the Zoom A1 Four.

[trickg]

Shure Beta 98H/C

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002GZSR2?ref=nb_sb_ss_w_as-reorder-t1_k7_1_11&amp=&crid=25LFEC2OS41SV&amp=&sprefix=shure+beta+

It's $20 over your $200 top end budget, but IMO it's worth it. I've used this mic for years - I used it in the wedding band for well over a decade, and recently I bought my own. (The one from the wedding band was owned by the band LLC)

It'll sound great and it will last you for years. The one thing to keep in mind though is that it's a condenser mic so the board needs 48v of phantom power to run it, but there are solutions to get around that that don't cost a lot - most boards have phantom power though so it shouldn't be an issue.
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[Lawler Bb]

Shure Beta 98, but give the Shure PGA 98 a serious look. I bought one for a backup and for my saxophone playing wife to use as a second mic and it sounds GREAT. Same build quality as the Beta 98 and much less money (about $150).

I have an AKG C519M and it also sounds great. Best build quality and clip I have seen for $250.
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[superviking805]

I was worried about a cllip-on mic picking up valve noise after reading a few reviews.
Guess what?
They all do.
Its not an issue. It doesn't sound good if everything is quiet, but once you start playing the much greater volume of the horn completely covers any mechanical noise.
I bought a $60 amazon Sax/Trumpet mic for infrequent use and am very happy with it.

[cheiden]

Not what the OP wants but a good while ago I scored a wireless mike from AMT that has been surprisingly good. It's designed perhaps a bit better than some regarding vibration isolation. The price for the current offering is about 5x what the OP has budgeted.
https://appliedmicrophone.com/product/q7-p800-mini/
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[Man Of Constant Sorrow]

Can these (the recommendations) work with a mute stuck in the bell mouth?
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[cheiden]

There are a few options that don't clamp onto the bell, they clamp onto the fixed part of the 3rd slide. SD Systems used to (not sure they're still in business) and some AMT choices do that.
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[Brad361]

Another vote for the Shure Beta 98, been using one for about a year, no issues at all.

Brad
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[herbievantetering]

For normal priced microphones the ATM 350 is more than adequate.

For high end microphones, the Neumann MCM 114 Cardioid Capsule is transparent, lightweight, connectable and can handle all pressure levels.

[TrumpetMD]

[kevin_soda]

Don't bother with wireless unless you truly need the mobility. If you're in a section and not moving around stage while playing, wireless isn't worth the cost or sound trade offs. I have used the Audi Technica Pro35 and ATM350. You might find a used ATM350 in you budget and it's noticeably better. The PRO35 is the best value on the market, for me. SHURE make excellent products as well and I'd bet the PGA98 would do the trick. They will probably very in sound which will be personal to the player. If you can order both and keep one, I would go that route.
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