Microphones.

Try your tie clip and if you like the results, stick with it. If you're not satisfied, move up. I sometimes use a tie clip myself. The advantage is portability. The recorder goes into a pocket, the tie clip clips to a pocket (wouldn't think of wearing a tie when I play) and I become a walking sound studio. For jams and other informal settings the sound is fine.

If I plan to be stationary for a while I use the big Sony mic and a stand.