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AUDIX D6 Dynamic cardioid Kick drum microphone

AUDIX D6 Dynamic cardioid drum microphone

The D6 dynamic instrument microphone is used for stage, studio and broadcast applications. Designed with a cardioid pickup pattern for isolation and feedback control, the D6 drum microphone is equipped with a VLM™ diaphragm for natural, accurate sound reproduction.

Lightweight, compact, and easy to position, the D6 cardioid microphone is an excellent choice for miking instruments requiring extended low-frequency reproduction such as kick drums, large toms, and bass cabinets. The D6’s transformerless design, low impedance, and balanced output allow for interference-free performance.

Designed, assembled, and tested by Audix in the USA.

Tuned specifically for kick drum and low-frequency instruments
The D6 is designed specifically to tackle kick drums and other low-frequency instruments. There is 14dB of boost at 60 Hz, 15dB between 4 and 5K, and 17db between 10 and 12k. The tailored response of this microphone makes it ideal for use with bass drums. The D6 capsule features the same legendary VLM technology that has made the D series percussion and instrument microphones very popular for today's live stages and recording studios. The VLM diaphragm ensures that the mic responds very quickly to transients, ensuring the attack isn't lost.

Sounds good no matter where you place it
Drums can be one of the hardest instruments to record, especially when trying to replicate the sound of a previous recording. The Audix D6 is designed to sound good in any position and it is not dependent on finding the "sweet spot" of the drum.

Features:

  • Cardioid polar pattern
  • Tuned specifically for kick drum and low-frequency instruments
  • 30Hz-15kHz frequency response
  • Not dependent on finding "sweet spot" for good sound
  • VLM Very Low Mass diaphragm for fast transient response



Whats in the box:
1 x D6 Instrument Microphone
1 x DCLIP Microphone Clip
1 x P1 Carrying Pouch

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