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there are all kinds of inexpensive (cheap) dynamic mics now

to say nothing of "condenser" or electret mics that require "phantom power" to operate.

See link below for ideas.
Note -- there are adaptors available to adapt XLR (balanced) to unbalanced 1/4" or 1/8" consumer-type mic plugs -- the only other really important variable is mic impedance (high or low). Sensitivity is also something of an issue.

Then again, there are the classics of yore -- fine mics like Shure, Electrovoice, etc. -- but I am thinking of cheap consumer mics of decent quality like the Radio Shack Realistic "Highball", etc. The latter should be available cheap at garage sales, etc. if one keeps one's eyes open.

If the OP gets stuck finding a pair of mics, send me an e-mail; I think I could provide a pair of usable mics on extremely long term loan (assuming the OP's in the US). ;-)


all the best,
mrh


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