Shure

Shure PGA52-XLR Cardioid Dynamic Kick Drum Microphone

XLR

Capture the Deepest Grooves with Clarity and PrecisionThe Shure PGA52 Dynamic Microphone is designed specifically for kick drums, delivering powerful and clear low-frequency sound. With a durable build and swivel mount, it's an essential tool for capturing professional-quality drum tracks. ...

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Overview

Capture the Deepest Grooves with Clarity and Precision

The Shure PGA52 Dynamic Microphone is designed specifically for kick drums, delivering powerful and clear low-frequency sound. With a durable build and swivel mount, it's an essential tool for capturing professional-quality drum tracks.

  • Brand: Shure
  • Model: PGA52-XLR
  • Type: Dynamic Kick-Drum Microphone
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Connector: XLR

Key Features

Tailored microphone cartridge design specifically for low frequency clarity

Swivel joint with quick release latch with a design similar to bicycle component-locking technology for extremely quick and easy positioning

Cardioid polar pattern picks up audio from the source while rejecting unwanted noise

Updated industrial design with black metallic finish and grille for unobtrusive visual presence

Two available options: (1) with 15-foot XLR-XLR cable, or (2) without cable

Specifications

Microphone Type
Dynamic
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Design Feature
Swivel joint with quick release latch
Finish
Black metallic
Included Cable Option
15-foot XLR-XLR cable (optional)
Intended Use
Kick drum, low frequency clarity

Frequently Asked Questions

The Shure PGA52-XLR is specifically designed for capturing kick drums, with a tailored microphone cartridge focused on low-frequency clarity.
The microphone features a swivel joint with a quick-release latch, designed similarly to bicycle component-locking technology, allowing for extremely quick and easy positioning.
It features a cardioid polar pattern, which means it picks up audio primarily from the sound source directly in front of it while rejecting unwanted noise from the sides and rear.
The Shure PGA52-XLR is available in two options: either with a 15-foot XLR-XLR cable included, or without a cable, giving you flexibility based on your existing equipment.
It has an updated industrial design with a black metallic finish and grille, providing an unobtrusive visual presence for various setups.