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Kick Drum Dynamic Microphone

Item DM12

The DM12 is an high output dynamic microphone with a frequency response specifically tailored for kick drum and other bass instruments. It provides superb studio quality punch even in high sound pressure. The DM12 features a super-cardioid polar pattern to ensure high gain before feedback...

Where to buy

Sold through authorized Proel North America dealers in the USA and Canada.

Details

About this product.

The DM12 is an high output dynamic microphone with a frequency response specifically tailored for kick drum and other bass instruments. It provides superb studio quality punch even in high sound pressure. The DM12 features a super-cardioid polar pattern to ensure high gain before feedback and excellent off-axis rejection. An integrated locking stand adapter with XLR connector makes set-up operations very easy, especially if the microphone needs to be placed inside a bass drum. The adapter absorbs vibrations. A hardened steel mesh grille protects the DM12 from external impact. Designed to be used with bass drums, bass guitar cabs, tubas, and other low frequency instruments.

  • Professional dynamic instrument microphone.
  • Super-cardioid Polar Pattern.
  • Fast transient response.
  • Low frequency extension.
  • Internal shock mount for reduced noise.
  • Fast transient response.
  • Durable metal construction with hardened steel mesh grille.
Element
Moving Coil Dynamic
Polar Pattern
Uni-directional
Frequency Response
50 -15000 Hz
Sensitivity
-60dB 3dB(0dB=1V/Pa at 1kHz)
Max Spl for 1% THD
152 dB (calculated)
Impedance
500 Ω
Connector
3 pin XLR male
Weight
11.3 oz (320 g)
Dimensions
L 4.1 x Ø 2.6 in (L 105 x Ø 65 mm)

Warranty

Standard
2 years from the date of purchase at an authorized Proel North America dealer
Extended
2 more years (4 in total) when registered on proel.com within 6 months of purchase
Details
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