Audix DP-QUAD 4-Piece Drum Mic Pack

The Audix DP-QUAD 4-Piece Drum Mic Pack is the simplest and most effective combination of microphones that will allow you to capture the depth and imaging of a full drum kit! It is a professional set of 4 drum microphones for stage or studio and designed to capture the essence of a full kit with the least number of microphones.

The Audix DP-QUAD 4-Piece Drum Mic Pack consists of four drum microphones grouped together to microphone a full drum kit. This arrangement employs a left overhead microphone to cover hi-hat, cymbals and rack toms, and a right overhead microphone to capture the floor tom and ride cymbal. Individual snare and kick microphones complete the essential punch needed for a good drum mix. All microphones, clips and accessories are packed in a durable aluminum carrying case.

Close Miking
The Audix D6 for kick drum and the i5 for snare 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. Close miking insures that they will be captured in the mix. If either the kick or the snare is unable to be heard, there is simply no foundation. Being high SPL dynamic microphones, the D6 and i5 excel at “close miking”. This miking technique is required in order to capture 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.

Overhead (Ambient) Miking
Supporting the idea that “less is more”, there are many engineers who will use just two overhead mics to capture the natural sound of the complete drum kit. With two overhead mics, positioned correctly, it is absolutely true that you can capture the transients, tonality and balance of the kit in a completely phase-coherent manner. The Audix ADX51, which is a pre-polarized condenser microphone with a 14mm gold sputtered diaphragm, is designed with overhead applications in mind. Due to its cardioid pickup pattern, high sensitivity and slim pencil design, the two ADX51 mics can be easily positioned overhead to provide a nice stereo image of the entire drum kit.

The Blend
With contemporary music and the volumes typically generated on stage, it is more practical and effective to create a blended effect of close miking and overhead miking – the exact intent of the Audix DP-QUAD. The Audix D6 will help provide the earthshaking lows and the attack of the kick; the Audix i5 will reinforce the depth and crack of the snare; the overheads will pick up the high-hat, tom fills, cymbals and the ambiance of the entire kit. With the Audix DP-QUAD, drums will maintain their sound integrity and critical presence, regardless of the size of the room and PA system.

Audix DP-QUAD 4-Piece Drum Mic Pack Features

• General Features
  • Professional set of 4 drum microphones for stage or studio
  • Designed to capture the essence of a full kit with the least number of microphones
  • Combines close miking technique for kick and snare with overhead ambient microphone placement
• Audix D6 Dynamic Instrument Microphone
  • Professional dynamic instrument microphone for live sound or studio
  • Ground-shaking low end with excellent definition and clarity
  • VLM Capsule
  • Designed, machined, assembled & tested in the USA
• Audix i5 Dynamic Instrument Microphone
  • All-purpose professional dynamic instrument mic for live sound or studio
  • Clear, accurate sound with wide frequency response
  • VLM Capsule for natural, accurate sound reproduction
  • Designed, assembled & tested in the USA
• Audix ADX51 Condenser Microphone
  • Premium electret condenser microphone
  • Smooth accurate frequency response
  • Switches for -10 dB pad and bass roll-off
  • Designed, assembled & tested in the USA

Audix DP-QUAD 4-Piece Drum Mic Pack Specifications

• Audix D6 Dynamic Instrument Microphone:
  • Transducer Type: Dynamic
  • Frequency Response: 30 Hz - 15 kHz
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Output Impedance: 280 Ohms
  • Sensitivity: 0.8 mV / Pa @ 1k
  • Capsule Technology: WLM Type E
  • Off Axis Rejection: >20 dB
  • Maximum SPL: =144 dB
  • Power Requirements: None
  • Connector: 3-Pin XLRm
  • Polarity: Positive Pressure on Diaphragm Produces Positive Voltage on Pin 2 Relative to Pin 3 of Output XLR Connector
  • Materials / Finish: Machined Aluminum / Black Finish
  • Weight: 254 g / 8.9oz
  • Length: 117 mm / 4.6 in
• Audix i5 Dynamic Instrument Microphone:
  • Transducer Type: Dynamic
  • Frequency Response: 50 Hz - 16 kHz
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Output Impedance: 150 Ohms
  • Sensitivity: 1.5 mV / Pa @ 1k
  • Capsule Technology: VLM Type B
  • Off Axis Rejection: > 23 dB
  • Maximum SPL: = 140 dB
  • Power Requirements: None
  • Connector: Switchcraft Male XLR Connector
  • Polarity: Positive Voltage on Pin 2 Relative to Pin 3 of Output XLR Connector
  • Housing / Finish: Die Cast Zinc Alloy / Black E-Coat
  • Weight: 183 g / 6.5 ounces
  • Length: 141.5 mm / 5.6 inches
• Audix ADX51 Condenser Microphone:
  • Transducer Type: Pre-Polarized Condenser
  • Frequency Response: 40 Hz - 18 kHz
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Output Impedance: 100 Ohms
  • Sensitivity: 17 mV / Pa @ 1k
  • Capsule Technology: Black Electret GV Diaphragm
  • Off Axis Rejection: >15 dB
  • Maximum SPL: =132 dB
  • Power Requirements: 9-52 V Phantom
  • Connector: 3-Pin XLRm
  • Polarity: Positive Pressure on Diaphragm Produces Positive Voltage on Pin 2 Relative to Pin 3 of Output XLR Connector
  • Materials / Finish: Brass / Black Finish
  • Weight: 184 g / 6.5 oz
  • Length: 160 mm / 6.3 in

Audix DP-QUAD 4-Piece Drum Mic Pack Includes

• 2 x Audix ADX51 Overhead Microphones
• 1 x Audix i5 Snare Microphone
• 1 x Audix D6 Kick Drum Microphone
• 3 x Audix MC1 Microphone Clips
• 1 x Audix DVICE Rim Mount
• 2 x Audix WS81C Windscreens
• 1 x Aluminum Road Case
• Manufacturer Warranty