Best Rumberger Microphones for Clarinets 2026
Premium Rumberger microphones for clarinets - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.9/5
(12 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Rumberger WP-1X Pickup Woodwind
by
Rumberger
Solo
Klezmer
Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Excellent dynamic range
✓ PROS
- • Professional live performance
- • Capture clarinet warmth and richness
✗ CONS
- • May need careful placement
- • Positioning critical for tone
Rumberger WP-1X Pickup WoodwindMiniature Mouthpiece Pickups for Woodwind InstrumentsAlso for saxophones (with...
⭐
4.9/5
(12 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 445569
$351
#2
⭐
4.7/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Rumberger WP-1X Replacement Mic
by
Rumberger
Classical
Orchestra
Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Great for ensemble playing
✓ PROS
- • Excellent dynamic range
- • Capture clarinet warmth and richness
✗ CONS
- • Can pick up key clicks
- • Positioning critical for tone
Rumberger WP-1X Replacement Mic, Miniature Mouthpiece Pickup for Woodwind Instruments, Also for saxophones (with neck),...
⭐
4.7/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 453248
$285
#3
⭐
5.0/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Rumberger K1X II Pickup Clarinet Set
by
Rumberger
Orchestra
Jazz
Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Excellent dynamic range
✓ PROS
- • Excellent dynamic range
- • Professional live performance
✗ CONS
- • Positioning critical for tone
- • May need careful placement
Rumberger K1X II Pickup Clarinet Set, Pickup for Clarinet and Saxophone, Successor model of the Rumberger K1X, Sound...
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5.0/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 533508
$417
#4
⭐
4.4/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Rumberger PA-F1 Phantom Power Adapter
by
Rumberger
Classical
Orchestra
Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Capture clarinet warmth and richness
✓ PROS
- • Great for ensemble playing
- • Professional live performance
✗ CONS
- • Positioning critical for tone
- • May need careful placement
Rumberger PA-F1 Phantom Power AdapterPhantom Power AdapterXLR connectorCompatible with all K1 and K1X versionsIncludes...
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4.4/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 533859
$131
#5
⭐
4.4/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Rumberger K1X II Replacement Mic
by
Rumberger
Jazz
Chamber Music
Solo
Key Feature:
• Excellent dynamic range
✓ PROS
- • Capture clarinet warmth and richness
- • Professional live performance
✗ CONS
- • Positioning critical for tone
- • Can pick up key clicks
Rumberger K1X II Replacement Mic, Replacement Pickup for Clarinet and Saxophone, Successor model of the Rumberger...
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4.4/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 533509
$296
#6
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5.0/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Rumberger Extra Pipe for K1 Pickup
by
Rumberger
Classical
Chamber Music
Solo
Key Feature:
• Great for ensemble playing
✓ PROS
- • Professional live performance
- • Natural tone reproduction
✗ CONS
- • Can pick up key clicks
- • Limited to clarinet use
Rumberger Extra Pipe for K1 Pickup, Installation sleeve for K1 pickup, Nickel silver
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5.0/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 112140
$21
#7
⭐
4.7/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Rumberger AJM Adapter
by
Rumberger
Klezmer
Orchestra
Solo
Key Feature:
• Great for ensemble playing
✓ PROS
- • Capture clarinet warmth and richness
- • Great for ensemble playing
✗ CONS
- • Can pick up key clicks
- • May need careful placement
Rumberger AJM Adapter, Adapter Plug, From jack to MCX, For wireless operation of Rumberger K1X II pickup for clarinet
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4.7/5
(21 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 533860
$54
#8
⭐
5.0/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Rumberger Replacement Plug for K1
by
Rumberger
Jazz
Orchestra
Chamber Music
Key Feature:
• Excellent dynamic range
✓ PROS
- • Capture clarinet warmth and richness
- • Great for ensemble playing
✗ CONS
- • May emphasize reed noise
- • May need careful placement
Rumberger Replacement Plug for K1, Replacement plug, Suitable for K1 clarinet microphone
⭐
5.0/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 210786
$21
#9
⭐
4.5/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Rumberger Extra Pipe for WP-1X Pickup
by
Rumberger
Klezmer
Chamber Music
Jazz
Key Feature:
• Professional live performance
✓ PROS
- • Excellent dynamic range
- • Natural tone reproduction
✗ CONS
- • May emphasize reed noise
- • Can pick up key clicks
Rumberger Extra Pipe for WP-1X Pickup, Mounting Sleeve, For the Rumberger WP-X1 pickup, Material: Stainless steel
⭐
4.5/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 485662
$27
How to Choose the Best Microphones for Clarinets
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 microphones for clarinets 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.
