Overview
The Sontronics DM-1B is a classy, large-diaphragm condenser microphone perfectly suited to capturing kick drums and heavy bass instruments. Developed over a three-year period with the help of top producers, recording engineers, and drummers, it has become a must-have tool for anyone serious about capturing that perfect drum sound, whether performing live on stage or tracking in a professional studio. As an "end-fire" microphone, its cardioid capsule faces out of the top end of the mic, allowing it to easily be positioned facing the front head of your kick drum or pushed slightly inside the soundhole.
Thanks to its incredible sensitivity and a switchable -15dB pad, the DM-1B delivers outstanding results by handling massive sound pressure levels up to 155dB without distorting. It reproduces all the powerful attack, resonance, and low-end energy like nothing you have heard before. Beyond the drum kit, the DM-1B sounds sublime when used to capture the deep, rich tones of bass guitar cabinets, double basses, tubas, baritone saxophones, bass clarinets, and even low male vocals!
Features
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Tailored for Bass Frequencies – Optimised to capture the deep low-end thump, punch, and precise attack of kick drums and heavy bass instruments.
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High-SPL Handling – Features a switchable -15dB pad, allowing it to easily handle extreme sound pressure levels up to 155dB without distortion.
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End-Fire Design – The top-facing cardioid capsule allows for easy, precise positioning inside or outside a kick drum, or pressed close to a bass amplifier.
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Low Noise Floor – Designed with minimal self-noise to ensure clean, professional-quality recordings free of unwanted background hiss.
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Versatile Applications – A go-to choice for not just kick drums, but also double basses, tubas, low brass, saxophones, and bass guitar cabinets.
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Robust Build Quality – Constructed with serious durability in mind to withstand the heavy demands of both studio recording and live touring.
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Premium Case Included – Comes safely packed inside a rugged aluminum flight case for maximum protection on the road.
Specifications
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Type: End-Fire Condenser
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Polar Pattern: Cardioid
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Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
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Sensitivity: 10mV/Pa
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Impedance: ≤200 Ohms
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Max SPL: 155dB (with -15dB pad switched on, for 0.5% THD @ 1kHz)
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Equivalent Noise Level: 14dB (A-weighted)
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Pad: 0dB, -15dB
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Power Requirements: 48V Phantom Power
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Connector: 3-Pin XLR
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Dimensions: 5.67" x 2.83" x 2.83"
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Weight: 1.76 lbs
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Included Accessories: DM-1B Microphone, Aluminum Flight Case
