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Shure PGA98D-XLR Cardioid Condenser Drum Microphone Kit
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Capture Every Drumbeat with PrecisionThe Shure PGA98D Condenser Microphone is specifically engineered for drums and percussion, delivering clear and accurate sound reproduction. Its flexible gooseneck design and integrated drum mount ensure optimal placement and easy setup, making it perfect for ...
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Overview
Capture Every Drumbeat with Precision
The Shure PGA98D Condenser Microphone is specifically engineered for drums and percussion, delivering clear and accurate sound reproduction. Its flexible gooseneck design and integrated drum mount ensure optimal placement and easy setup, making it perfect for both live performances and studio recordings.
Specifications:
- Microphone Type: Cardioid Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid (Unidirectional)
- Frequency Response: Tailored for drums and percussion
- Connectivity: Wired (XLR)
- Form Factor: Gooseneck
- Features: Integrated preamplifier, AP98DM drum mount
- Audio Sensitivity: 54 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 98 dB
- Material: Metal
- Weight: 1.7 pounds
- Dimensions: 3.5 x 10 x 5 inches
- Power Source: Phantom Power
Key Features
Tailored microphone cartridge design for clear reproduction of drum and percussion sound sources
Flexible gooseneck design makes accurate positioning quick and easy
Molded one-piece drum mount for fast, low-profile mounting and removal
Integrated preamplifier provides phantom power and a direct XLR connection
Cardioid polar pattern picks up audio from the source while rejecting unwanted noise
Specifications
Microphone Type
Cardioid Condenser
Application
Drum and Percussion Sound Sources
Mounting
Molded one-piece drum mount
Positioning
Flexible gooseneck
Connectivity
Integrated XLR connection
Power Requirement
Phantom power (via integrated preamplifier)
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features a microphone cartridge design specifically tailored for clear reproduction of drum and percussion sounds.
- Equipped with a flexible gooseneck, allowing for quick and easy accurate positioning on instruments.
- Includes a molded one-piece drum mount designed for fast, low-profile mounting and removal from drums.
- Integrated preamplifier provides necessary phantom power and offers a direct XLR connection.
- Employs a cardioid polar pattern, effectively picking up audio from the source while rejecting unwanted noise.
👎 Cons
- The cardioid polar pattern might not be ideal for capturing ambient room sound if that is desired.
- Requires phantom power, meaning it cannot be used with mixers or interfaces that do not provide it.
- The drum-specific tailoring makes it less versatile for general vocal or instrument recording outside of percussion.
- The kit focuses on a single microphone, which may not be sufficient for miking an entire drum kit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Shure PGA98D-XLR microphone specifically designed for?
The Shure PGA98D-XLR microphone features a tailored cartridge design for clear reproduction of drum and percussion sound sources.
How easy is it to position this microphone on a drum kit?
The PGA98D-XLR includes a flexible gooseneck design, which makes accurate positioning quick and straightforward.
How is the Shure PGA98D-XLR mounted to drums?
This microphone comes with a molded one-piece drum mount, designed for fast and low-profile attachment and removal.
Does this microphone require external phantom power?
The PGA98D-XLR has an integrated preamplifier that provides phantom power and allows for a direct XLR connection.
How does the cardioid polar pattern benefit audio capture for drums?
The cardioid polar pattern focuses on picking up audio from the intended source, such as a drum, while rejecting unwanted ambient noise.
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