Mics/Preamps

Specially designed for use inside kick drums, the Lauten Audio Kick Mic addresses a fundamental problem of bass drum capture in that traditional designs begin losing the integrity of their polar pattern as early as 2kHz and become omnidirectional at 200Hz, where a bass drum’s core energy is generated. Kick Mic ‘breaks the rules’ of what is possible with a single inside microphone.

Lauten Audio Kick MicThe mic’s single-diaphragm capsule captures complete kick drum with fast transient response and dynamics. Kick Mic reckons to preserve the authentic sound of a kick drum, from transient to timbre, making small or significant EQ and compression decisions faster and easier with integrated low-cut and high-cut filters.

Kick Mic’s physical size allows it to fit through the port hole or be mounted inside the bass drum. The swivel mount adjusts more than 180°, and its repositionable handle allows users to streamline the physical space it occupies.

Key features:

  • Large-diaphragm condenser mic specifically for recording bass drums.
  • Specially designed for use inside kick drums
  • KC608 capsule delivers punchy attack, powerful midrange and rich lows.
  • Retains polar pattern down to 50Hz.
  • Hybrid circuitry enhances transients and depth.
  • Noise rejection reduces cymbal and drum bleed.
  • Rugged, tour-ready build ensures consistent performance.
  • Manages air turbulence for natural drum tone.
  • Compact body with 180° swivel mount.
  • Built-in HP Filter: Flat/80Hz/140Hz.
  • Built-in LP Filter: Flat/5kHz/12kHz.
  • Fits most internal bass drum mounts.
  • Requires 48V phantom power.

The Lauten Audio Kick Mic is available now, through Synthax UK in the United Kingdom, with an MSRP of £482 inc VAT.

More: www.synthax.co.uk/lauten-audio/lauten-drums-series/lauten-audio-ls-608-kick-mic