Drum Mics
Drum Mics
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Cloud Cloudlifter Cl-2 Phantom Powered Gain Booster For Dynamic And Ribbon Mics $249 The CL-2 is a dual mono Cloudlifter (see # H73309). The CL-2 offers two independent channels of up to +25db of ultra-clean gain, for passive microphones, inline using phantom power.There are certain mics revered for their sound quality. Among them are passive ribbon mics, such as the Royer R121 (#581141 or MXL R40 (#H69305), and low-sensitibity dynamic mics, such as the Shure SM7B (#270247) and the Electro-Voice RE20 (#270009). But if your preamp doesn't have enough gain or the right impedance requirements, these mics won't perform well. So what do you do if you can't afford a high-end preamp with tons of gain? The Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator is the solution.The Cloudlifters address problems due to gain and impedance requirments by giving passive microphone signals a major inline boost, up to +25db of ultra-clean gain, while properly loading the microphones transformer for transparent operation. The Cloudlifter CL-1 is self contained, driven only by the phantom power from your mixer or preamp. Ideal for dynamics and ribbons alike, the CL-1 turns phantom power into the extra gain required for using passive microphones. The immediate dose of extra gain can make even a budget microphone/preamp combination sound clean and professional. For broadcasting and live sound, the active output signal of the CL-1 can prevent added noise over long cable runs. With endless uses, Cloudlifters are quickly becoming a standard addition to professional, project and home studios.In use with multi-mic recording:Top engineers have taken to using stereo ribbon mics, as well as pairs of SM7Bs as drum overheads to create a rich, powerful texture for drums. Another use for dual ribbons is on a guitar cab set up in stereo, fed by a two amp heads or a stereo amp. If you have a 2-channel preamp that doesn't have the gain/impedance requirements you need, a Cloudlifter CL-2 is just the ticket.Read what the pros are saying about the Cloudlifter:"It's simply about gain - the Cloudlifter is a clever and useful solution..." - Rob Tavaglione, Pro Audio Review February 2010"The Cloudlifter is a winner. It solves problems some ribbon-mic owners dont even know they have. It does exactly what it claims to do, and does so well." - Matthew Mcglynn, Recording Hacks February 2010Gives passive microphones up to +25dB of ultra clean gain; no need to reinvest in an expensive, high-gain premapDual-mono operation for multi-mic or stereo applicationsSelf-contained, driven only by the phantom power from your mixer or preampActive output signal prevents added noise over long cable runs |
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Nady Dmk-7 Drum Microphone Package $189.99 The Nady DMK-7 Drum Mic Package includes 4 DM70s, one DM80, and 2 CM88 mics in a fitted case. DM70 mics are perfect for miking snares, toms, and percussion with no bleed-through from other pieces, neodymium element for max output, and super-high SPL handling capacity. The DM80 microphone's specifically designed for kick drum with extended low-end response. The CM88 cymbal mics feature an extremely uniform and tight cardioid polar pattern for easy mixing.4 DM70 snare/tom micsOne DM80 bass drum mic2 CM88 condenser cymbal mics |
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Nady DMK-7 Drum Mic Package $189.99 The Nady DMK-7 Drum Mic Package includes 4 DM70s, one DM80, and 2 CM88 mics in a fitted case. DM70 mics are perfect for miking snares, toms, and percussion with no bleed-through from other pieces, neodymium element for max output, and super-high SPL handling capacity. The DM80 microphone's specifically designed for kick drum with extended low-end response. The CM88 cymbal mics feature an extremely uniform and tight cardioid polar pattern for easy mixing. |
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Cad 4-Piece Drum Microphone Pack $179.99 The CAD 4-Piece Drum Microphone Pack is a carefully selected complement of CAD mics that will accurately reproduce every part of your drum kit's dynamics. They include three TSM411 dynamic mics for snare and toms and a KBM412 large-diameter kick mic. Also included are three DSM-1 mic mounts and a custom road case for safe transport.3 TSM411 dynamic mics for snare and toms1 KBM412 large-diameter kick mic.3 DSM-1 mic mountsCustom road case for safe transport |
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Audix Ad-4 Pro Drum Microphone Pack $429.99 We've put together this affordable pro mic package to save you time and money! Includes:A D6 Sub Impulse dynamic kick drum mic, ADX-90 clip-on condenser mics, an i5 instrument mic, and D-Vice gooseneck drum mic clamp. See customer product box for individual mics. |
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Audix D-2 Drum Microphone $129 The Audix D2 drum mic is a dynamic hypercardioid drum and instrument microphone with warm, contoured response for added bottom and punch. Ideal for drums, sax, and brass. "The king" of mics for toms. This drum microphone is great for congas and kick drums too. VLM noise-rejection capsule. Compact design for easy placement. The Audix D-2 is milled from a solid block of aluminum for strength and lightness. 44Hz-18kHz response, 144dB handling.Contoured response for added bottom and punchPerfect for toms, sax, and brassMilled from solid aluminumVLM noise rejection |
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CAD Pro-4 Drum Microphone Pack $99.99 The CAD Pro-4-Drum Mic Pack is designed to cover the miking needs of the touring drummer or percussionist with ease, excellence, and economy. The pack consists of one CAD KM 212 dynamic kick drum microphone, 2 CAD TM 211 tom mics, and one CAD SN 210 dynamic snare mic with a frequency response specifically tweaked for snare. The CAD TM 211 tom mics and CAD SN 210 snare mics include integral shockmount mic clips for optimal sound and easy mounting. |
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CAD 4-Piece Drum Microphone Pack $179.99 The CAD 4-Piece Drum Microphone Pack is a carefully selected complement of CAD mics that will accurately reproduce every part of your drum kit's dynamics. They include three TSM411 dynamic mics for snare and toms and a KBM412 large-diameter kick mic. Also included are three DSM-1 mic mounts and a custom road case for safe transport. |
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Sennheiser E604 Drum Microphone 3-Pack $349.95 The response and cardioid pattern of the Sennheiser e604 Drum Microphone is optimized for use on drum sets, while also producing exceptional results on brass and woodwinds. Sennheiser e604 mics handle very high SPLs, with clear, balanced, low-distortion signals similar to high-end studio condenser mics. Lightweight voice coils provide extended high frequency and rapid transient response. Tough reinforced fiberglass bodies take knocks and shocks and suppress impact noise. |
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Used Cad 4-Piece Drum Microphone Pack $163.79 The CAD 4-Piece Drum Microphone Pack is a carefully selected complement of CAD mics that will accurately reproduce every part of your drum kit's dynamics. They include three TSM411 dynamic mics for snare and toms and a KBM412 large-diameter kick mic. Also included are three DSM-1 mic mounts and a custom road case for safe transport.3 TSM411 dynamic mics for snare and toms1 KBM412 large-diameter kick mic.3 DSM-1 mic mountsCustom road case for safe transport |
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Nady Dmk-5 Drum Microphone Package $119.99 The Nady DMK-5 Drum Mic Package includes 4 DM70 tom/snare mics, one DM80 kick drum mic, and a case. DM70s are perfect for miking snares, toms, and percussion with no bleed through from other pieces. With neodymium element for max output and super-high SPL handling capacity. The DM80 is specifically designed for kick drum with extended low-end response.Four DM70 tom/snare micsOne DM80 kick drum micCarrying case included |
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Used Cad Pro-7 7-Piece Drum Microphone Pack $181.99 This all-in-one drum microphone package by CAD contains one KM212 dynamic cardioid kick drum mic, 3 TM211 dynamic cardioid tom mics with attached drum mount clips, one SN 210 dynamic cardioid snare mic with attached drum mount clip, and 2 CM 217 cardioid mini pencil condenser overhead microphones with external roll-off and pad. The 7-Piece set comes in a convenient vinyl carrying case with shoulder strap.One KM212 dynamic cardioid kick drum mic3 TM211 dynamic cardioid tom mics with attached drum mount clipsOne SN 210 dynamic cardioid snare microphone with attached drum mount clip2 CM 217 cardioid mini pencil condenser mics with external roll-off and padComes packaged in a convenient vinyl carrying case with shoulder strap |
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Cad Pro-7 7-Piece Drum Microphone Pack $199.99 This all-in-one drum microphone package by CAD contains one KM212 dynamic cardioid kick drum mic, 3 TM211 dynamic cardioid tom mics with attached drum mount clips, one SN 210 dynamic cardioid snare mic with attached drum mount clip, and 2 CM 217 cardioid mini pencil condenser overhead microphones with external roll-off and pad. The 7-Piece set comes in a convenient vinyl carrying case with shoulder strap.One KM212 dynamic cardioid kick drum mic3 TM211 dynamic cardioid tom mics with attached drum mount clipsOne SN 210 dynamic cardioid snare microphone with attached drum mount clip2 CM 217 cardioid mini pencil condenser mics with external roll-off and padComes packaged in a convenient vinyl carrying case with shoulder strap |
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Cad Pro-4 Drum Microphone Pack $99.99 The CAD Pro-4-Drum Mic Pack is designed to cover the miking needs of the touring drummer or percussionist with ease, excellence, and economy. The pack consists of one CAD KM 212 dynamic kick drum microphone, 2 CAD TM 211 tom mics, and one CAD SN 210 dynamic snare mic with a frequency response specifically tweaked for snare. The CAD TM 211 tom mics and CAD SN 210 snare mics include integral shockmount mic clips for optimal sound and easy mounting.One KM 212 dynamic kick drum mic2 TM 211 tom mics with integral shockmount mic clipsOne SN 210 dynamic snare mic with integral shockmount mic clip |
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 Round Micophone Mesh Grill head for Shure SM58 Beta58  US $.99
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 Behringer ECM8000 Condenser Cable Professional Microphone 2 Mics a pair US $40.99
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 Berliner CM33 Mics CM 33 matched pair Berliner wood box made for Neumann KM184 US $499.00
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 Behringer MIC200 TUBE ULTRAGAIN Tube Preamp w Modeling US $45.00
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 CUSTOM SUBKICK BASS KICK DRUM MICROPHONE w HEAVY DUTY MOUNT CLAMP WHY PAY MORE US $109.95
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 PH1 PHANTOM CONDENSER MIC OMNI RECORDING MICROPHONE US $24.99
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 AKG C 4000 B Condenser Cable Professional Microphone US $400.00
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 AKG D 112 Dynamic Cable Professional Microphone US $100.00
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 Rode NT4 Condenser Cable Professional Microphone US $450.00
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 Audio Technica Kick Tom Microphone US $75.00
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 Brand New Un Opened AKG D112 Bass Drum Mic US $145.00
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 New Desk Top Tripod Mic Stand and Expandable Mic Clip US $9.95
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 FOUR Rim Mounts Drum Mic Clips High Quality Item NEW US $24.99
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 Audix Fusion 7 Cable Professional Microphone US $127.50
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 Burl B1 Mono Class A Discrete Microphone PreAmp DI US $550.00
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 Cascade FAT HEAD II Blumlein Package DEMO MINT US $280.00
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 Cascade FAT HEAD Single Element Ribbon Microphone in US $114.50
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 Heil PR 20R Limited Edition Shop Red Pearl PR20 US $140.00
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 Berliner CM33 Stereo Mics for Acoustic Guitar Drum OH Box Made for Neumann KM184 US $379.00
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 Mic Utility Pouch Bag Case 95A2313 Made to Shure Beta SM57 SM58 SM11 same size US $5.95
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 2 Samson 7 KIT 14 Piece Drum Microphones 14 Mic Cables Double Bass Mic Set US $330.00
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 sm 57 mic dynamic vocal guitar drum instrument shure used few clip WORKS good US $49.95
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 NEW YPA M606 Condenser Vocal Instrument Microphone 2pcs US $59.95
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 ADK vienna 2 au custom shop US $480.00
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 Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone with clip and bag FREE SHIPPING US $31.00
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 Marshall MXL2001P and MXL603 Recording Microphone Combo NIB US $58.50
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 Shure Legendary Instrument Mic Sm57 US $60.00
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 CAD DMTP4 drum mic pack with mounting clamps and case US $70.00
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 2 BRAND NEW SHURE BETA57 BETA 57A BUY IT NOW FREE SHIPPING USA US $247.88
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 3 BRAND NEW SHURE SM57 BUY IT NOW FREE SHIPPING USA US $269.88
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 NEW SENNHEISER e604 PRO DRUM MIC Best Deal on eBay Buy it Now US $132.88
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 2 NEW On Stage DM50 Drum Mic Clip Rim Mount NO Res US $24.99
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 Sennheiser MD421 U 5 Dynamic Studio Microphone US $150.00
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 Nady SP 5 Dynamic Microphones with Neodymium Element 3 Pack US $34.99
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 Nady DM 90 Dynamic Kick Drum Microphone NEW US $29.99
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 STERLING ST31 FET CONDENSER RECORDING MICROPHONE MIC MIKE US $70.00
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 AKG D12 vintage microphone RARE earliest type from 60´s original metal frame US $255.00
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 Studio Projects C4 Condenser microphones with case and accessories US $68.00
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 Blue bird Condenser Wireless Professional Microphone US $175.00
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 Beyerdynamic OPUS Drum Set Microphone Kit US $550.00
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 CAD Audio Pro 4 Microphone US $110.00
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 2 PREMIUM BLUE DJ KARAOKE MICROPHONE WINDSCREEN MIC FOAM COVER WIND SHIELD NEW US $.99
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 Audix Drum Mics Fusion Series 7 piece with case Clips US $177.50
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 Audio Technica Pro 25 Drum Microphone US $64.99
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 CAD Equitek E 200 Multi pattern Condenser Microphone bass drums guitar cab US $200.00
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![New JTS TM 969 Dynamic Vocal Instrument Microphone w Case Cable 5183]](http://www.paleroom.com/images/e/140754697255_0.jpg) New JTS TM 969 Dynamic Vocal Instrument Microphone w Case Cable 5183] US $34.99
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 Shure DMK57 52 Drum Mic Pack Beta 52a SM57 DMK Dynamic Microphone Kit US $255.00
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 Audix D4 Drum Mic Rack Floor Tom Microphone Perfect Flawless US $118.99
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 CAD Audio PMP65 Cable Professional Microphone US $119.00
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 Black Plastic Stage Microphone MIC Clip Stand Holder US $.99
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On Stage DM50 On Stage DM50 Drum Mic Clip (Rim Mount) List Price: $20.00 Sale Price: $10.49 Used From: $10.34  |
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The OnStage DM50 is an affordable drum mic clamp that's easy to use and a fantastic, space-saving solution. The isolation cylinders on this clip dampen unwanted vibrations while micing your drum. |
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Pyle-Pro PDKM7 7 Microphone Wired Drum Kit with Mounting Accesories List Price: $293.99 Sale Price: Too low to display |
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This seven-microphone wired drum kit from Pyle Pro is everything you need to record your drums discretely for a full, powerful sound. Hear the ring of the cymbals, the punch of the snares, and the boom of the kick drum, all with independent mics... |
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Drum Rim Mic Clip Sale Price: $9.95 |
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CAD Stage7 Drum Mic Pack W/7 Free 20' XLR Cables List Price: $400.00 Sale Price: $199.00 |
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The CAD Stage7 is an all-in-one solution for miking your complete drum set. |
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Digital Reference DRDK4 4-Piece Drum Mic Kit List Price: $199.99 Sale Price: $99.99 |
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The 4 microphones in the Digital Reference DRK4 Drum Microphone Kit are optimized for every type of drum. Proper recording dictates a specific miking technique for each drum in your kit and these Digital Reference microphones provide the quality punch, detail, and clarity you want whether on stage or in the studio... |
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On Stage MS7920B Amp and Bass Drum Short Microphone Stand List Price: $45.99 Sale Price: $23.04 Used From: $22.85 |
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The On Stage MS7920B features a U shape base instead of the heavy tripod design. Great for kick drums or amplifiers. Height Adjustment: 8-14 Boom Length: 16 Base Spread: 4.5- 7.5 |
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Desk / Drum Adjustable MIC BOOM STAND - Microphone Stand MC-11 Sale Price: $27.95 |
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This is a Brand New In Package high-quality Microphone Boom Stand. Perfect as a desktop mic stand or for miking a drum kit. With Heavy-Duty construction that is built to last! Measurements * Maximum Height: 24 inches * Minimum Height: 16 inches * Maximum Boom Length: 32 inches * Minimum Boom Length: 17 inches * Weight: approx... |
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Peavey Drum Microphone Kit w/5 Drum Mics Including XLR Cables, Clamps, and Carrying Case List Price: $499.99 Sale Price: $250.67 Used From: $219.99 |
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Peavey Drum Microphone Kit w/5 Drum Mics Including XLR Cables, Clamps, and Carrying Case |
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Shure DMK57-52 Drum Mic Kit with 4 Free Mic Cables, Kick Drum Boom Stand, and Carrying Case List Price: $950.00 Sale Price: $429.00 |
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No other drum mic kit compares with the Shure Drum Mic Package. This complete core package includes three SM57 microphones, one BETA 52 microphone, three A56D drum-mounting systems, and a lightweight and durable carrying case... |
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Audix DVICE Microphone Clip List Price: $32.00 Sale Price: $24.95 |
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The DVICE, designed primarily for the Audix D Series instrument mics, is a low profile, simple-to-use mounting system for drums that eliminates bulky mic stands. Easily operated with one-hand, the DVICE is provided with a standard 5/8 inch thread adapter which allows any mic to be used by simply changing the clip... |
Sounds to Use When Making a Beat
Want to record some beats and produce music? Well, in today's lesson I want to cover some of the finer details you need to consider when recording and producing beats! Recording beats is a tough task to accomplish at home primarily because it involves recording more than one instrument in the drum kit. A drum kit consists of so many varied instruments that it can produce a huge range of sounds covering the entire audio spectrum, from the soft sound of brushes to the loud beat of a bass drum. In terms of recording, you have to consider recording beats as recording several instruments and would be using multiple mics to capture the whole gamut of sounds. If you are using multiple mics, you would also need multiple inputs to record separate tracks. Though it is tough to record beats, it is important to get it right as a good beat is the heart and soul of groovy music. Let us now look at how you can go about recording the various instruments to get groovy beats:
Snare Drum
Good snare sounds are essential for a good beat. You should ideally place a mic a little above front edge of the drum facing downwards at a 45 to 65 degree angle. You can move the mic further away from the drum head to get a little less low end sound. Make sure that you are not getting a "bleed through" from the high hat or cymbals. If you record the snares separately, it will be easy to EQ them at the mixing stage. Before you start recording, listen through headphones to make sure that the snares are sounding right. If you hear a ringing sound, cover the top head of the drum with tape to cut down on the ring.
Bass Drum
To record the bass drum, you should use a mic made to record low end frequencies. You can try placing the mic halfway inside the drum and muffle ringing sound with a pillow inside the drum. Again, keep listening through the headphones to make adjustments. The mic should be pointed towards the beater and away from the snare drum.
Toms
Recording toms also requires a good bass mic that can record low frequencies. You can place the mic a few inches above the outer rim of the drum. You can experiment with the distance to get the sound you want, the further the mic from the source, the more roomy the sound. You can point the mic downwards at a 40 to 60 degree angle and away from the audience. To give a flowing feel to the drums, you can try panning the toms on the left to the left side of the mix and those on the right to the right side.
Cymbals
It is tough to record cymbals in a home studio. You have to record them in stereo with two mics, one over the left cymbal and one over the right cymbal. You should use mics of high quality. If you have only one mic, then you should place it in the center. You should ideally place the two mics quite far apart, roughly about three times their distance from the cymbals. It works out fine if you place the mic not too far from the cymbal.
Room mics
If you are getting good sounds in the your room, you can try capturing them with a room mic. You will have to experiment to find out the best place to set it up. You can place it in one of the room corners, in front or behind the drum kit. Just make sure that it is quite far from the drum kit, or you will end up with phasing problems. One more tip to keep in mind while recording beats is that since you are recording a range of sounds, make sure you don't record too hot or you will end up overloading your preamp and causing digital distortion!
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Jay Bailey
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