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AKG Drum Set Premium 8-piece Microphone Set

D12 VR Bass Drum Mic, 2 Matched C214 Overhead Mics, C451 B Hi Hat Mic, and 4 D40 Snare and Tom Mics
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Capture Your Drum Kit in All of its Glory

You’ve finally got a drum kit that you love, so why not mike it up the right way? We often get questions about miking drums at Sweetwater, and we frequently recommend the AKG Drum Set Premium microphone kit. Pair this 8-piece microphone set with your kit of choice, and it will deliver an amazingly detailed sound that’s just as useful onstage as it is in the studio. Experts at AKG hand select each microphone inside the Drum Set Premium set, so the microphones deliver a smooth response across the entire kit. The Drum Set Premium bundle includes a D12 VR bass drum mic, a matched pair of C214 condensers for overheads, a C451 B hi-hat microphone, and four D40 instrument mics for toms and snare. Every mic nestles securely in the included foam-lined aluminum carrying case, so they won’t get damaged during storage or transport. Don’t miss out on your ticket to impeccable drum sounds: grab the AKG Drum Set Premium drum microphone bundle today!

Bring the thunder with the D12 kick drum mic

Why should you use the AKG D12 VR active dynamic microphone to mic up your kick drum? It's specifically made to handle the wide dynamic range and it has three active filters that help you sculpt a production-ready kick drum sound. The D12 VR will work without phantom power, delivering the true sound of your bass drum. Engage phantom power, and you get three active filter settings that dramatically help you sculpt the perfect sound. Whether you're recording or running live sound, you can't go wrong with the AKG D12 VR on your kick drum.

Matched pair of C214s for omnipotent overheads

The AKG C 214 Matched Stereo Pair gives you two great microphones that are factory matched for optimum stereo sound capture. Each of the mics in this C 214 Matched Stereo Pair actually uses the same 1-inch dual-capsule as AKG's legendary C 414 in a single-diaphgram, cardioid-only design. The result? Highly detailed, up-front sound on both voices and instruments with an overall performance close to that of the famous C 414 B-XLS. Ideal for studio use, the C 214 Matched Stereo Pair is built to handle live work, too!

C451 B captures hot-blooded hi-hats

Sonically identical to the original, which featured the much-acclaimed CK-1 cardioid capsule, the new C 451 B is incredibly precise and accurate. AKG made the C451 B with dramatically improved specifications. Using an extremely light diaphragm, the new C451 B is almost totally insensitive to handling noise. Other features include a switchable preattenuation pad to increase the C 451 B's SPL capability and switchable highpass filter to eliminate low-end distortion. What’s more, the C451 B’s all-metal body offers excellent protection from RF interference and high reliability for excellent results under almost all conditions.

Quartet of D40s dominate on toms and snare

Take the other drums in your kit to the next level with the four included D40 instrument microphones. Useful for both tom and snare, these dynamic microphones pair well with ferocious players and high SPLs. The D40s are all loaded with the same Varimotion dual-thickness membrane technology AKG uses with its iconic D5 and D7 mics. With these microphones, you’ll get ultra-accurate response across all of your toms. Plus, the D40 sound blends perfectly in any mix. Whether you’re using them live or in your drum room, the D40s included in the Drum Set Premium bundle are sure to impress.

AKG Drum Set Premium Drum Microphone Kit Features:

  • 8-piece drum microphone kit for the stage and studio
  • D12 VR picks up every nuance of your kick drum
  • 2 C214 overhead condenser mics deliver a clear picture of your kit
  • C451 B condenser microphone performs admirably on any pair of hi-hats
  • 4 D40 instrument mics work wonders on toms and snare
  • Heavy-duty carrying case keeps your mics safe and secure during storage and transit
  • Includes all necessary microphone clips and stands

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Tech Specs

  • Number of Microphones: 8
  • Included Models: 1 x D12 VR, 4 x D40, 2 x C214, 1 x C451 B
  • Microphone Type: Dynamic (D12 VR, D40), Condenser (C214, C451 B)
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Max SPL: 164dB SPL (D12 VR), 156dB SPL (D40, C214), 155db SPL (C451 B)
  • Power Source: 9V-52V phantom power (C451 B), 12V-52V phantom power (C214)
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 2581X00140

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