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Best Headset Microphones Under $100 2025

Affordable headset microphones under $100 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $50 Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Live Performance For Theater For Fitness Instruction For Public Speaking For Broadcasting For Hands-Free Applications
BRANDS: DPA the t.bone Sennheiser Shure Mipro AKG
the t.bone HeadmiKe - O Shure BN - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

the t.bone HeadmiKe - O Shure BN

by the t.bone
Broadcasting Public Speaking Hands-Free Applications
Key Feature:
• Hands-free operation for active performers
✓ PROS
  • • Hands-free operation for active performers
  • • Lightweight and comfortable for long use
✗ CONS
  • • Can be fragile due to small size
  • • May pick up breathing sounds

the t.bone HeadmiKe - O Shure BNHeadset MicrophoneLightweight condenser headset microphoneWith 2 ear hooksAdjustable...

⭐ 4.8/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 583808
$65
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone EarmiKe - O EW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

the t.bone EarmiKe - O EW

by the t.bone
Broadcasting Live Performance Hands-Free Applications
Key Feature:
• Great for theatrical and fitness applications
✓ PROS
  • • Lightweight and comfortable for long use
  • • Hands-free operation for active performers
✗ CONS
  • • May pick up breathing sounds
  • • Can be fragile due to small size

the t.bone EarmiKe - O EWLight single-ear headset with microphoneSuitable for all ears via flexible mountingWith...

⭐ 4.6/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 349297
$54
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone HeadmiKe - D EW BN - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

the t.bone HeadmiKe - D EW BN

by the t.bone
Theater Broadcasting Public Speaking
Key Feature:
• Great for theatrical and fitness applications
✓ PROS
  • • Consistent microphone-to-mouth distance
  • • Lightweight and comfortable for long use
✗ CONS
  • • May pick up breathing sounds
  • • Limited to single user applications

the t.bone HeadmiKe - D EW BNHeadset MicrophoneLightweight condenser headset microphoneWith 2 ear hooksAdjustable...

⭐ 4.6/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 583795
$65
Buy at Thomann View Details
Shure PGA31 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Shure PGA31

by Shure
Fitness Instruction Theater Broadcasting
Key Feature:
• Lightweight and comfortable for long use
✓ PROS
  • • Great for theatrical and fitness applications
  • • Consistent microphone-to-mouth distance
✗ CONS
  • • May require makeup considerations
  • • Can be fragile due to small size

Shure PGA31Condenser Headset MicrophoneHigh wearing comfortSuitable for voice and vocal applicationsCharacteristic:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 341637
$90
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone HeadmiKe - O EW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

the t.bone HeadmiKe - O EW

by the t.bone
Fitness Instruction Hands-Free Applications Broadcasting
Key Feature:
• Great for theatrical and fitness applications
✓ PROS
  • • Consistent microphone-to-mouth distance
  • • Hands-free operation for active performers
✗ CONS
  • • May pick up breathing sounds
  • • Can be visible and affect appearance

the t.bone HeadmiKe - O EWHeadset MicrophoneLightweight condenser headset microphoneWith two ear hooksLeft/right...

⭐ 4.9/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 335983
$65
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone HeadmiKe - O AKG BN - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

the t.bone HeadmiKe - O AKG BN

by the t.bone
Broadcasting Public Speaking Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Hands-free operation for active performers
✓ PROS
  • • Hands-free operation for active performers
  • • Lightweight and comfortable for long use
✗ CONS
  • • Can be fragile due to small size
  • • May require makeup considerations

the t.bone HeadmiKe - O AKG BNHeadset MicrophoneLightweight condenser headset microphoneWith 2 ear hooksLeft/right...

⭐ 4.7/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 583802
$65
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone HeadmiKe - D EW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

the t.bone HeadmiKe - D EW

by the t.bone
Hands-Free Applications Broadcasting Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Lightweight and comfortable for long use
✓ PROS
  • • Lightweight and comfortable for long use
  • • Hands-free operation for active performers
✗ CONS
  • • May require makeup considerations
  • • Can be visible and affect appearance

the t.bone HeadmiKe - D EWHeadset MicrophoneLightweight condenser headset microphoneWith 2 ear hooksLeft and right side...

⭐ 5.0/5 (23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 335986
$65
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone HeadmiKe - O EW BN - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

the t.bone HeadmiKe - O EW BN

by the t.bone
Public Speaking Hands-Free Applications Broadcasting
Key Feature:
• Hands-free operation for active performers
✓ PROS
  • • Lightweight and comfortable for long use
  • • Great for theatrical and fitness applications
✗ CONS
  • • Limited to single user applications
  • • May require makeup considerations

the t.bone HeadmiKe - O EW BNHeadset MicrophoneLightweight condenser headset microphoneWith 2 ear hooksLeft/right...

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 583804
$65
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone HeadmiKe - O Shure - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

the t.bone HeadmiKe - O Shure

by the t.bone
Fitness Instruction Live Performance Broadcasting
Key Feature:
• Lightweight and comfortable for long use
✓ PROS
  • • Less prone to handling noise
  • • Hands-free operation for active performers
✗ CONS
  • • May require makeup considerations
  • • Can be visible and affect appearance

the t.bone HeadmiKe - O ShureHeadset MicrophoneLight condenser headset microphoneWith two ear hooksLeft/right...

⭐ 4.6/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 335984
$65
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone HeadmiKe - D Shure - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

the t.bone HeadmiKe - D Shure

by the t.bone
Broadcasting Fitness Instruction Theater
Key Feature:
• Less prone to handling noise
✓ PROS
  • • Less prone to handling noise
  • • Hands-free operation for active performers
✗ CONS
  • • Limited to single user applications
  • • Can be visible and affect appearance

the t.bone HeadmiKe - D ShureHeadset MicrophoneLight condenser headset microphoneWith two ear hooksLeft/right...

⭐ 4.8/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 335987
$65
Buy at Thomann View Details
Audio Pro COBT Mini Earmic - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Audio Pro COBT Mini Earmic

by Audio Pro
Broadcasting Hands-Free Applications Public Speaking
Key Feature:
• Great for theatrical and fitness applications
✓ PROS
  • • Great for theatrical and fitness applications
  • • Lightweight and comfortable for long use
✗ CONS
  • • May pick up breathing sounds
  • • Can be fragile due to small size

Audio Pro COBT Mini EarmicEarmic Condenser MicrophoneFrom the WMS Mini seriesCharacteristic: BallFrequency range: 60 -...

⭐ 4.5/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 327545
$53
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone EarmiKe - D EW - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

the t.bone EarmiKe - D EW

by the t.bone
Fitness Instruction Hands-Free Applications Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Great for theatrical and fitness applications
✓ PROS
  • • Consistent microphone-to-mouth distance
  • • Great for theatrical and fitness applications
✗ CONS
  • • Can be visible and affect appearance
  • • May require makeup considerations

the t.bone EarmiKe - D EWLight single-ear headset with microphoneSuitable for all ears via flexible mountingWith...

⭐ 4.9/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 349294
$54
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone Earmic 500 - Sennheiser - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

the t.bone Earmic 500 - Sennheiser

by the t.bone
Broadcasting Theater Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Lightweight and comfortable for long use
✓ PROS
  • • Hands-free operation for active performers
  • • Lightweight and comfortable for long use
✗ CONS
  • • Can be visible and affect appearance
  • • May require makeup considerations

the t.bone Earmic 500 - SennheiserEar Hook MicrophoneWith EW connector for all Sennheiser EW systems and XSWMedium...

⭐ 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 182949
$98
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone EarmiKe - O Shure - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

the t.bone EarmiKe - O Shure

by the t.bone
Theater Broadcasting Fitness Instruction
Key Feature:
• Hands-free operation for active performers
✓ PROS
  • • Great for theatrical and fitness applications
  • • Lightweight and comfortable for long use
✗ CONS
  • • May require makeup considerations
  • • May pick up breathing sounds

the t.bone EarmiKe - O ShureLight single-ear headset with microphoneSuitable for all ears via flexible mountingWith...

⭐ 4.8/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 349298
$54
Buy at Thomann View Details
the t.bone EarmiKe - D Shure - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

the t.bone EarmiKe - D Shure

by the t.bone
Public Speaking Theater Hands-Free Applications
Key Feature:
• Hands-free operation for active performers
✓ PROS
  • • Consistent microphone-to-mouth distance
  • • Great for theatrical and fitness applications
✗ CONS
  • • May require makeup considerations
  • • May pick up breathing sounds

the t.bone EarmiKe - D ShureLight single-ear headset with microphoneSuitable for all ears via flexible mountingWith...

⭐ 4.4/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 349295
$54
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Headset Microphones

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced headset microphones typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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