Audix DP4 4 Piece Dynamic Kick Drum Snare Drum Microphone Set with Mounts

The DP4 is a perfect complement of dynamic microphones for close miking of a variety of sources on-stage or in the studio. Included in the DP4 microphone package are the D6, Audix’s flagship dynamic kick drum microphone, and three i5s, Audix’s best-selling instrument microphone. Also included are three DFLEX mic mounts for easy attachment to a wide variety of instruments. All microphones and clips are conveniently packaged in a foam-lined aluminum carrying case for travel and safekeeping when the microphones are not in use. The case also features three additional expansion slots for vocal microphones.

The D6 for kick drum and the i5 for snare and toms are considered must haves for every drummer. The kick and snare are considered the core of any drum kit and the foundation for every groove. If either the kick or the snare is unable to be heard, there is simply no groove and close miking insures that they will be captured in the mix. Being high SPL dynamic microphones, the D6 and i5 excel at “close miking”. This miking technique captures the attack and percussive sound of the drum. Also, by having the mic close to the source of the sound, it helps to isolate and control the sound of each drum. On toms the i5 provide a clear accurate signal and the cardiod pattern allows you to use one mic between two rack toms if inputs are at a premium.

INCLUDES:

PACKAGED SET OF 4 INSTRUMENT MICS

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

MC1 - Nylon mic clip

DCLIP - Heavy duty mic clip provided with D & SCX Series

DFLEX - All purpose percussion clamp

USER TIPS 

D6 - Kick Drum: To position the D6, a good starting point is a few inches

inside the port of the front head with the mic pointing off-center and not

directly at the beater. For more attack, move the mic closer towards the

beater. For more bass, pull the mic farther away from the beater.

D6 - Bass Cabs: For bass cabinets, position the mic 90 degrees to the grill

cloth and 1-2 inches inside the edge of the speaker.

i5 - Snare and Toms: A good starting point is 2 inches above the rim with

the mic pointing towards the center of the head. For more “rim” sound, pull

the mic back closer to the rim. For more resonance and depth of field, pull the mic farther away from the head. The trick is to find the right balance between resonance and attack while still controlling bleed from the other drums.

i5 - Guitar Cabs: The i5 can be placed within 1-2 inches of the grill cover

at a 90 degree angle pointing directly towards the speaker. As the mic is

placed closer to the edge of the speaker, you will minimize the higher

frequencies and get a warmer, fatter tone. To capture more highs, move

the mic closer towards the center of the speaker. 

Specifications: 

Transducer                     Dynamic VLM Type B       Dynamic VLM Type E

Frequency Response     50 Hz - 16 kHz           30 Hz - 15 kHz

Polar Pattern                  Cardioid                 Cardioid

Output Impedance         150 ohms                 280 ohms

Sensitivity                       1.5 mV / Pa @ 1k         .8mV / Pa @ 80 Hz

Maximum SPL                ≥140 dB                   ≥144 dB

Off-axis rejection            ≥23 dB                    ≥20 dB

Power Requirements      None None

Materials / Finish            Die Cast Zinc Alloy /     Machined Aluminum

                                       Black E-coat             / Black E-coat

Weight                           250 g / 8.8 oz            255 g / 9 oz