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Clarinet Microphones — Buy at SoundsGood
Clarinet microphones address the unique challenge of an instrument whose sound radiates from bell, tone holes and mouthpiece simultaneously. Clip-on, SDC on stand, wireless for stage. For Bb, A, bass clarinet and Eb. SoundsGood offers clarinet mics for every level.
Clip-on & SDC
Live, studio, orchestra
Live, studio, orchestra
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Matched to your clarinet
Matched to your clarinet
🎵 Challenges
🔊 Distributed Sound
Bell — lows & some overtones. Tone holes — fundamental of mid/upper registers (sound exits the first open hole). Mouthpiece — reed noise. A bell-only mic misses the midrange.
📊 Range
Bb: D3–Bb6 (147–1,865 Hz + overtones to 8+ kHz). Wide dynamics. Three registers with distinct timbre (chalumeau, clarion, altissimo).
🔇 Issues
Key noise (clicking on close-mic). Reed noise (mouthpiece). Uneven radiation. Solution: correct placement + condenser mic with flat response.
📎 Clip-On
📐 Construction
Miniature condenser on gooseneck + bell clip. Aimed up along the body — catches bell and lower tone holes. Cable → XLR adapter or bodypack. 48V.
✅ Benefits
Stable position. Minimal spill. No stand. For live, musicals, marching, jazz clubs.
🎯 Models
DPA 4099 with clarinet adapter (reference). ATM350 (affordable). Beta 98 (woodwind). e608 (dynamic, no 48V). C519.
🎙️ SDC on Stand
📐 Placement
30–60 cm, aimed at the lower third (between lower tone holes and bell). Captures balanced full range. Natural, airy sound.
📊 Why SDC
Flat response, fast transient. At 30–60 cm key noise fades. 20–20 kHz for overtones.
🎯 Models
KM 184 (premium). C451 B (bright). NT5 (value). DPA 4011 (reference). Studio: LDC (U87, C414) 60–100 cm — warmer, "jazz" tone.
📡 Wireless
📐 System
Bell clip-on + bodypack + receiver → XLR → mixer. Digital (SLXD, EW-D) — near-wired quality. 100+ m, 6–12 h.
✅ Best For
Marching bands. Musicals. Jazz clubs. Churches. Wherever a cable gets in the way.
🎯 Models
BLX14/B98. SLXD14/B98 (digital). EW-D + clip element. DPA 4099 + wireless adapter.
📐 Placement
📎 Clip-On
On bell. Capsule aimed up along body ~30° off-axis — catches bell and lower holes. Not straight into bell (lows only) or at mouthpiece (reed noise).
🎙️ On Stand
30–60 cm, lower third of body. Balance of all registers. Not bell-only — you'd lose mids/highs.
⚠️ Mistakes
Bell-only — incomplete. Mouthpiece — reed noise. Key level — clicking. Too far (1+ m) — quiet, room-heavy. Dynamic — not sensitive enough.
🔧 Key & Reed Noise
🔩 Key Noise
Clicking on close-mic. Place below mechanism (near bell). At 40–60 cm it fades. Supercardioid — less side pickup.
🌬️ Reed Noise
From mouthpiece. Don't aim at it. Lower body — minimal. HPF 80–100 Hz.
🎛️ EQ
HPF 80–100 Hz. Cut 200–300 Hz (bell boom). Lift 3–6 kHz (presence). Lift 8–12 kHz (air). Gentle compressor 2:1 (register balance).
🎵 Clarinet Types
🎶 Bb Soprano
Most common. D3–Bb6. Clip on bell or SDC 30–60 cm. Orchestra, jazz, klezmer, pop.
🎶 A Clarinet
Orchestral. Slightly longer, semitone lower. Miking identical to Bb.
🎵 Eb (Piccolo)
Smaller, higher. Bright, piercing. Smaller clip adapter. SDC with pad (-10 dB). Careful with EQ (very bright).
🎵 Bass Clarinet
Large, upturned bell. Lower (Bb1–Bb5). Quieter. LDC/SDC 30–50 cm at bell. HPF 50–60 Hz. LDC better (fuller bass).
⚖️ Live vs Studio
🎸 Live
Clip-on: 4099, ATM350, Beta 98. On bell aimed up. Min feedback. HPF 100 Hz. Wireless for movement.
🎹 Studio
SDC 30–60 cm: KM 184, C451, NT5. LDC 60–100 cm: U87, C414 — warmer. Ribbon (R-121) for jazz. Quiet room. Shock mount.
🎯 Choice
Concert, marching → clip-on. Studio → SDC/LDC. Orchestra → hung SDC. Jazz → LDC/ribbon. Bass clarinet → LDC.
🎻 Orchestra & Jazz
📐 Orchestra
SDC hung over woodwind section. One per 2–4 players. Cardioid/omni. DPA 4011, KM 184, Schoeps. Spot mic on soloist.
🎷 Jazz
SDC/LDC 40–80 cm — warm. Ribbon (R-121, R84) — vintage. Clip-on for club gigs with movement.
🎵 Klezmer
SDC cardioid (C451 — bright, attacking). NT5. Clip-on for live with dancing. Brightness over warmth.
🔌 Connection
📎 Clip-On Wired
Mic → XLR adapter (48V) → XLR → mixer. DPA 4099 → DAD6001. ATM350 → AT8543.
📡 Wireless
Clip → bodypack → receiver → XLR → mixer. Shure BLX/SLXD, Sennheiser EW-D.
🎙️ SDC/LDC Stand
XLR → mixer/interface (48V). Cable 3–10 m. Shock mount. HPF 80–100 Hz.
📊 Comparison
| Type | Placement | Sound | Feedback | Stand | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clip-On | On bell | Focused | Minimal | No | Live, marching, jazz club |
| SDC stand | 30–60 cm | Natural | Medium | Yes | Studio, orchestra |
| LDC stand | 60–100 cm | Warm | Higher | Yes | Studio (jazz) |
| Ribbon | 30–80 cm | Vintage | Medium | Yes | Studio (jazz) |
| Hung SDC | Over section | Full picture | Low | Hung | Orchestra |
| Wireless clip | On bell | Focused | Minimal | No | Marching, musical |
| Model | Type | Pattern | Connection | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DPA 4099 | Clip-on | Supercardioid | XLR / wireless | Reference, clarinet adapter |
| ATM350 | Clip-on | Cardioid | XLR | Gooseneck, affordable |
| Beta 98 | Clip-on | Supercardioid | XLR / wireless | Compact, woodwind |
| e608 | Clip-on | Supercardioid | XLR | Dynamic (no 48V) |
| KM 184 | SDC | Cardioid | XLR (48V) | Premium, natural |
| C451 B | SDC | Cardioid | XLR (48V) | Bright (klezmer) |
| NT5 | SDC | Cardioid | XLR (48V) | Best value |
🎯 How to Choose
🎸 Live
Clip-on: DPA 4099 (premium) or ATM350 (budget). On bell aimed up. HPF 100 Hz. Touring: wireless (SLXD14/B98).
🎹 Studio
SDC 30–60 cm: KM 184, C451, NT5. LDC 60–100 cm for warmth. Ribbon for jazz. Quiet room.
🎻 Orchestra
SDC hung: KM 184, DPA 4011, Schoeps. One per 2–4 players. Spot mic on soloist.
🎷 Jazz Club
LDC (C414) or ribbon (R-121) 40–80 cm. Clip-on for movement. Warm tone.
🎵 Klezmer
SDC: C451 (bright). NT5. Clip-on for live. Brightness over warmth.
🎵 Bass Clarinet
LDC 30–50 cm at upturned bell (fuller bass). HPF 50–60 Hz. Sensitive preamp.
⛪ Church
Clip-on (convenience) or SDC stand (quality). ATM350 or DPA 4099. HPF.
💰 Budget
ATM350 — clip-on. NT5 — stand. e608 — dynamic clip (no 48V, simpler).
❓ FAQ
Why specialised?
Sound from bell + holes + mouthpiece. Bell-only = incomplete. Lower third + condenser.
Clip / stand?
Clip — live. SDC — studio. LDC — jazz. Hung — orchestra.
Key noise?
Below mechanism. 40–60 cm — fades. Supercardioid.
Bass clarinet?
LDC/SDC 30–50 cm. LDC fuller. HPF 50–60 Hz. Sensitive preamp.
SM57?
Not recommended: not sensitive enough. Condenser — better.
DPA 4099?
Reference clip-on. Supercardioid. Clarinet adapter. Wireless compatible.
🏆 Why SoundsGood
Every Clarinet
Bb, A, Eb, bass clarinet
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