The Best Live Vocal Mic for Professional Singing 2025

In the early days, choosing the best live vocal mic for live performances was straightforward—you’d grab any vocal mic that looked the part for a live setting and call it a day. But times have changed. Today’s market is flooded with many types of mics, each boasting unique features and responses. Selecting the right vocal mic can be overwhelming, especially when popularity alone doesn’t guarantee the ideal vocal sound.

This guide is about wired mics (although some can be adapted for Wireless use), so read our Wireless Microphone System Guide if you need to go wireless.