
DPA 4055 Kick Drum Microphone with Open Cardioid Polar Pattern
The DPA 4055 kick drum microphone has been optimized to pick up the true sound of the kick/bass drum. This microphone delivers the renowned DPA sound, clarity and linear frequency response, both on axis and off axis. The low frequency response, dynamics and high-level capabilities of this mic are superb and result in a very tight, natural, well-defined sound.The 4055 is one of the only kick drum mics that is not sonically pre-tailored to fit a traditional sound in a specific genre. Its performance allows a professional sound designer to create the exact sound they are listening for, regardless of the music genre. Want more attack? Slide the 4055 into the bass drum and point it directly at the beater. For a super-low-end sound, place the 4055 at the hole, just on the outside of the front head. Here, the level of sub and lows are represented the most.Not only does the position inside or outside the kick drum give you different sounds but working with the angles of the microphone just out