Microphones
Microphones and stands therefor; loudspeakers, whether or not mounted in their enclosures; headphones and earphones, whether or not combined with a microphone, and sets consisting of a microphone and one or more loudspeakers; audio-frequency electric amplifiers; electric sound amplifier sets; parts thereof: > Microphones and stands therefor: > Other > Microphones
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 8518.10.80.30
Beyerdynamic M88 TG Dynamic Microphone
The Beyerdynamic M88 TG is a dynamic hypercardioid microphone optimized for drums, brass, and kick-out applications with high SPL handling. Classified HTS 8518.10.80.30 for other microphones and stands. Rugged construction for heavy use.
Telefunken M80 Dynamic Microphone
The Telefunken M80 is a compact dynamic supercardioid microphone for live vocals and drums, featuring custom-wound transformer and American-made components. HTS 8518.10.80.30 classification for other microphones. Multiple color options.
Shotgun Microphone for Video Production
Interference tube shotgun supercardioid condenser microphone designed for film, video, and broadcast with high directivity and low handling noise. HTS 8518.10.80.30 for other microphones. Typically mounted on camera hot shoe.
Lavalier Clip-On Microphone
Professional lavalier omnidirectional condenser microphone with mini XLR connector for wireless systems, used in film, theater, and presentations. Falls under HTS 8518.10.80.30 as other microphones. Includes windscreen and tie clip.
Shure SM58 Dynamic Vocal Microphone
The Shure SM58 is a handheld dynamic microphone designed for live vocal performances, featuring a cardioid polar pattern and built-in spherical wind and pop filter. It falls under HTS 8518.10.80.30 as a standalone microphone not incorporating a loudspeaker, specifically classified as 'other microphones' distinct from electret or semiconductor types. Its rugged construction makes it ideal for stage use.
Audio-Technica AT2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
The Audio-Technica AT2020 is a studio condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern, gold-sputtered diaphragm, and low self-noise for recording vocals and instruments. Classified under HTS 8518.10.80.30 as an 'other' microphone, it excludes electret capacitor types specified elsewhere. It's widely used in podcasting and home studios.
Rode NT1-A Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
The Rode NT1-A features a 1-inch true condenser capsule with ultralow self-noise, ideal for professional vocal and instrument recording in studios. It qualifies for HTS 8518.10.80.30 as a microphone and stand therefor, specifically 'other' category excluding line telephonic types. Includes shock mount for vibration isolation.
Sennheiser MD 421-II Dynamic Microphone
The Sennheiser MD 421-II is a dynamic microphone with 5-position bass roll-off switch, suitable for drums, guitar amps, and brass instruments in live and studio settings. It is classified under HTS 8518.10.80.30 for other microphones and stands therefor. Known for its robust metal housing.
Blue Yeti USB Condenser Microphone
The Blue Yeti is a multi-pattern USB condenser microphone for podcasting, streaming, and music production, with cardioid, omnidirectional, stereo, and bidirectional modes. Despite USB interface, it imports under HTS 8518.10.80.30 as a microphone, not ADP peripheral. Plug-and-play for computers.
AKG C414 XLS Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone
The AKG C414 XLS offers nine polar patterns with multiple attenuation levels and low-cut filters for versatile studio recording applications. It fits HTS 8518.10.80.30 as other microphones and stands therefor. Includes custom shock mount and metal case.
Neumann U87 Ai Studio Condenser Microphone
The Neumann U87 Ai is a legendary large-diaphragm condenser microphone with cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 patterns for professional broadcast and recording. Classified under HTS 8518.10.80.30 for other microphones. Features transformerless circuitry for low distortion.
Electro-Voice RE20 Broadcast Microphone
The Electro-Voice RE20 is a dynamic cardioid microphone with Variable-D design for broadcast announcing, podcasting, and studio use, featuring exceptional off-axis rejection. It falls under HTS 8518.10.80.30 as other microphones. Minimal proximity effect.
DPA 4006 Omnidirectional Microphone
The DPA 4006 is a precision measurement omnidirectional condenser microphone with exceptional linearity for acoustic measurements and high-end recording. It imports under HTS 8518.10.80.30 as other microphones. Modular design with interchangeable capsules.
Boundary Layer Conference Microphone
Half-space boundary layer omnidirectional condenser microphone for conference tables and video conferencing systems, featuring half-sphere pickup pattern. Classified HTS 8518.10.80.30 as other microphones. Low profile design.
Ribbon Velocity Microphone
Classic ribbon velocity microphone with bidirectional figure-8 pattern using thin corrugated aluminum ribbon suspended in magnetic field for vintage warm sound. HTS 8518.10.80.30 for other microphones. Fragile element requires careful handling.