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Microphone Mic Shock

Does your microphone ever zap/electrocute your lips when you sing and play guitar at the same time?

Q: ……it’s so scary! I have a professional mic, cost me a lot of money. But for some reason, when I play my electric guitar and then touch my lips to the mic, it gives my lips a small electric shock… almost like a zap and sometimes it hurts! … in order to stop this from happening, I have to put a “sock” (not a real sock, the mic spongey cover things) on my mic so that I’m not scared to go near it… @_@ anyone know how to fix this or have similar thing happen? Thx!

A: Sometimes it happens even to me when I play the keyboard; overall it happens when I am in a humid place (never in my house). The cause is the moisture of the air that causes a small short circuit between any electrified components and the ground lead; it is not dangerous and (into any limits) does not damage the electronic devices (mixer, etc.).
To prevent the inconvenience, be sure that the devices are connected to the ground lead of the socket and apply on the microphone a sponge cap which protect you from the direct contact with its metallic cabinet.

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Blue Microphones The Pop Universal Pop Filter $26.62

Blue Microphones The Pop Universal Pop Filter

The Blue The Pop Universal Pop Filter is a universal windscreen for use with any microphone. Simply clamp it to the mic stand and position where desired. The sturdy wire mesh and frame ensure years of durability. So be sure to pick one up today!…

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JLab USB Laptop Speakers – Portable, Compact, Travel Notebook Speaker for PC and Mac – B-Flex Hi-Fi Stereo USB Laptop Speaker – Black $29.95

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Need better sound from your laptop? The stylish new B-Flex 2 is a compact stereo speaker on a USB flex cable for laptops and desktops. Plug and play for PC and Mac with no batteries or wires! Easy to use, great for travel, mp3′s, DVD’s, presentations, and gaming! Features dual 1 watt digital amps and 2 full range paper cone micro drivers for crystal clear sound. The B-Flex 2 digital circuitry even…

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Philips Flexible Earhook Headphones SHS3200/28 (Black) (Replaces SHS3200/37) $2.07

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On Stage Stands 7701B Tripod Boom Microphone Stand $13.53

On Stage Stands 7701B Tripod Boom Microphone Stand

The On Stage 7701B Microphone Stand is a durable tripod mic stand and boom combination and just about the best value we’ve ever offered. These stands use the highest quality components. The legs fold down for the most compact storage. Setup height is adjustable from 36 to 63 inches. On Stage 7701B Tripod Microphone Boom Stand…

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Sennheiser MZS421 Shockmount For 421 Microphone $49.95

Sennheiser MZS421 Shockmount For 421 Microphone

Keep any Sennheiser 421 mic stable with this shock mount holder. Will work with or without mic holder that comes with the 421.

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Gibraltar Microphone Shockmount $4.99

Gibraltar Microphone Shockmount

This mic shock mount prevents vibration transfer to your microphone from the mic stand. Fits standard mic holders and boom arms.

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Musician’s Gear Symmetrical Studio Microphone Shock Mount Pencil Mic $21.99

Musician's Gear Symmetrical Studio Microphone Shock Mount  Pencil Mic

The MY-420 is ideal for the stage or studio and fits most pencil-style condenser microphones, most dynamic or condenser handheld mics and some cylindrically-shaped ribbon mics. Features a symmetrical shock-mount design, an angle adjustment with locking knob and a pre-tested suspension cord with expandable woven jacket. Black powder coat finish.Pre-tested suspension cord with expandable woven jacketErgonomic adjustment knob angles and locks in position. Attaches to 5/8″- 27 threaded stands or boomsClothes-pin style clip with heavy-duty spring for equal pressureSymmetrical shock-mount system permits balance and isolation from noise, shock and vibration

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Musician’s Gear Symmetrical Studio Microphone Shock Mount Black Pencil Mic $21.99

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The MY-420 is ideal for the stage or studio and fits most pencil-style condenser microphones, most dynamic or condenser handheld mics and some cylindrically-shaped ribbon mics. Features a symmetrical shock-mount design, an angle adjustment with locking knob and a pre-tested suspension cord with expandable woven jacket. Black powder coat finish.

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ADK TC Tube Condenser Microphone $599

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CAD GXL2200BPSP Studio Microphone Pack $199.95

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Mxl 3000 Mic Bundle $199.95

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Rolls MP13 Mini-Mic Microphone Preamplifier $64.95

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The Rolls MP13 Mini-Mic microphone preamplifier is a small, simple, and inexpensive microphone pre amplifier for a variety of applications. The unit has XLR and 1/4 inch Outputs, XLR and 1/8 inch Inputs, and a single Gain control with a Clip indicator. Switchable Phantom Power is included for use with a condenser microphone. The unit comes complete with a power adapter.

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MXL 3000 Mic Bundle $181.95

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The MXL 3000 Mic Bundle includes the MXL 3000 microphone, a 25′ Mogami mic cable, shock mount, and matching pop filter. The MXL 3000 has a large 25 mm gold-sputtered capsule and an FET preamplifier with premium components within the signal path. Its transformer-coupled output is very reminiscent of the circuit designs found in early British recording consoles. When used for recording vocals the microphone has amazing clarity and warmth. It is a stunningly detailed microphone that is also appropriate for instrument miking, especially of string and wind instruments.Requires phantom power.

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IK Multimedia iRig Mic Microphone for iPhone and iPad $59.95

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Gibraltar Short Mic Boom Arm $24.99

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This 19″-long microphone boom arm features a black finish with shock mount.

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Audio Technica ATR1205 Dynamic Microphone with Mic Wraps $21.95

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MXL MXL41-603 Pencil Microphone Shockmount $34.95

MXL MXL41-603 Pencil Microphone Shockmount

The MXL-41S microphone shock mount provides excellent isolation from mic stand noise. Designed for the MXL 600 and 603 mics.

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Mxl Mxl41-603 Pencil Microphone Shockmount $34.95

Mxl Mxl41-603 Pencil Microphone Shockmount

The MXL-41S microphone shock mount provides excellent isolation from mic stand noise. Designed for the MXL 600 and 603 mics.

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On-Stage DM01 Drum Rim Microphone Clip $8.5

On-Stage DM01 Drum Rim Microphone Clip

The On-Stage DM01 drum rim shock proof clip securely attaches to a drum rim and works with any 5/8″- 27 mic clip.

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Shure Beta 98HC Miniature Condenser Microphone $209

Shure Beta 98HC Miniature Condenser Microphone

The Beta 98HC is a premium cardioid condenser instrument microphone that clamps onto the bell of wind instruments or onto the rim of percussion instruments. The integrated gooseneck and ratcheting swivel joint allows the mic to be easily positioned and secured, and an isolation shock-mount reduces the transmission of instrument ‘key noise’ and other mechanical noise. A gooseneck angle brace is included to provide better retention of the microphone placement during more active performances.

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