Introduction
The Audix D6 is a robust kick drum microphone designed for capturing low-end frequencies with exceptional clarity and punch.
Microphone Design and Build
- Solid metal construction ensures durability for prolonged use.
- Compact size allows easy placement within drum kits.
- Low-profile design reduces interference during recording or live performances.
Performance
- Delivers rich and powerful low-frequency response ideal for kick drums.
- Captures nuanced tones with impressive accuracy.
- Offers excellent rejection of unwanted noise and bleed from other instruments.
Versatility
- Besides kick drums, it performs remarkably well with bass cabinets and other low-frequency instruments.
- Versatile enough to handle different musical genres with ease.
Ease of Use
- Simple setup and placement make it accessible for both beginners and professionals.
- No complicated switches or settings to adjust, ensuring hassle-free operation.
Microphone Pros
- Exceptional low-frequency response.
- Sturdy and durable build.
- Versatile across various instruments and musical genres.
- Straightforward setup and operation.
Microphone Cons
- Might require additional EQ adjustments for certain preferences.
- Slightly higher price point compared to some alternatives.
Conclusion
The Audix D6 stands out as a top-tier kick drum microphone, offering unparalleled low-end clarity and robustness. Despite its slightly higher cost and potential EQ adjustments, its exceptional performance, durability, and versatility make it an excellent investment for musicians and audio engineers.
Client d’Amazon –
J’ai longtemps cherché avant de faire ce choix pour des prises de son pour un cajon. Après avoir consulté plusieurs sites et plusieurs tutos sur Internet j’ai fini par faire ce choix et je suis… EXTRÊMEMENT SATISFAIT.
Mac Walker –
Just get it.. I use it live an recording.
Mirko D. –
Das es sich bei diesem Produkt um eine State of the Art Mikrofon handelt ist sicher hinlänglich bekannt. Das ich es hier gekauft habe, lag einfach am überzeugenden Preis.
Casperbass –
It’s good. Nice kick mic.
Glen Smith –
Super microphone. The ‘scooped’ frequency response lends itself nicely to mic up bass which
is my intended use.
Seems to have a tight cardioid pattern which is ideal, be sure to check positioning though and have
found it’s possibly better to place it a little further away from your cab, perhaps 9″.
As a vocal mic (not by design) gives a rich “bass and treble” boosted sound with little popping,
proximity effect is surprisingly good and even.
Delighted..
Ryan Johns –
This thing is amazing. I’ve tried a few different mic’s on floor toms including the Shure Beta 98 AMP, but this blows it away. The low-end response is incredible and truly gets that thick floor tom sound that can resonate in the subwoofers.
Make sure you utilize your gates and EQ’s responsibly and the D6 will be perfect for your church, concert, or studio recording.
Amazon Customer –
Well worth buying. A studio owner recommended it, and for me the price was right. It’s improved out kick drum sound dramatically, and doesn’t seem too picky about how it’s place. That’s convenient because I don’t want to have to invest in and store more mic stands. I’m very glad I bought this.
MANU K M –
Good product
Pat –
Really fast delivery. Quick and easy to get a rock bass drum sound.
James L. Johnson –
Unless you actually like your bass drum to sound like a cardboard box (d112) or a muffled lifeless thump (beta 52), the D6 is the mic for you. It’s natural response requires almost no eq. Works in the studio and live. I own 2 and I bring them to gigs when I play 2 kick drums and, unless I’m playing a venue of considerable size and quality, they don’t have anything better on hand… or 2 kick mics at all. You can probably buy a better kick mic for a lot more money, but you’d be hard pressed to get a useable one for any less. Of the standard choices, I will only use this one for close mic of a ported drum. Engineers have tried to use other mics on my drums, but a quick A/B test and they’ve all come around and agreed that my D6 sounds better than whatever they wanted to use. You can’t argue with the sound.
Ray Lallana –
Great microphone at a decent price and luckily still available to purchase.
Elizabeth –
These bad boys are awesome! I have owned an Audix D6 for years and finally got a second a while back. It does a really good job of capturing the bass from a kick drum or bass cabinet. The microphone is certainly better-suited for hard rock or metal, as it does tend to give a somewhat “scooped” sound, but in a mix, it is not that big of a deal.
When recording bass cabinets, I would recommend a good, balanced condenser microphone to go along with this one to make up for the loss of mids. To that point, the Audix D6 does a pretty good job of capturing upper mids, but you may not like the particular frequency it accents.
-K
Jared Houston –
This is definitely one of the best and should be in everyone’s collection. Definitely gets a lot of punch and boom. Almost effortless with placement, but does take strategy like mixing anything. This is my second one and not because the first one failed, because the first one was so great!