Audix D6 Dynamic Instrument Microphone for Kick Drum, Floor Tom, Bass Cabs, and Leslie Low
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Key Features
- Punchy, focused low-end capture for kick drums, floor toms and bass cabinets to tighten your mix and translate live to recording
- Cardioid VLM capsule delivers natural, accurate sound with excellent isolation and feedback control for stage and broadcast
- Handles extreme SPLs (144 dB+) so you capture transient attack and body without distortion
- Rugged machined-aluminum body and steel grille built for road use, plus gold-plated XLR for reliable connectivity and long cable runs
- Designed and assembled in the USA with a 5-year warranty for pro-level reliability and low total cost of ownership
Quick Specifications
- Product Model
- D6
- Brand Name
- Audix
- Product Name
- D6 Dynamic Instrument Microphone
- Product Type
- Microphone
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Product information
D6
Overview
For engineers and live-sound professionals who need authoritative low-end and precise instrument capture, the Audix D6 dynamic instrument microphone is built to deliver. This pro microphone excels on kick drums, large toms, bass cabinets and Leslie lows, providing punchy, defined bass while preserving attack and clarity. The D6’s VLM (Very Low Mass) diaphragm and cardioid polar pattern offer accurate timbre and excellent isolation—ideal for live stages, studio tracking, broadcast and on-stage monitoring. With a tailored frequency response of 30 Hz–15 kHz and the ability to tolerate sound pressure levels above 144 dB, the D6 captures both subsonic weight and transient detail without distortion. Transformerless, low-impedance, balanced output ensures interference-free performance on long runs and in complex AV or monitoring installations. Built from machined aluminum with a steel grille and gold-plated XLR, it’s road-ready for repeated setup and teardown. While primarily an instrument mic, its focused pickup and durable build also make it useful in AV surveillance and monitoring applications where clear, isolated audio capture is required. Add the Audix D6 to your rig for consistent, professional low-frequency pickup—perfect for live and studio use.
Features
- Punchy, focused low-end capture for kick drums, floor toms and bass cabinets to tighten your mix and translate live to recording
- Cardioid VLM capsule delivers natural, accurate sound with excellent isolation and feedback control for stage and broadcast
- Handles extreme SPLs (144 dB+) so you capture transient attack and body without distortion
- Rugged machined-aluminum body and steel grille built for road use, plus gold-plated XLR for reliable connectivity and long cable runs
- Designed and assembled in the USA with a 5-year warranty for pro-level reliability and low total cost of ownership
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Audix |
| Manufacturer | Audix Microphones |
| Product Name | D6 Dynamic Instrument Microphone |
| Product Type | Microphone |
| Product Model | D6 |
| Application/Usage | Acoustic Instrument, Broadcasting, Hand Drum, Live Streaming, Recording, Stage |
| Country of Origin | US |
| Manufacturer Part Number | D6 |
| Technical Information | |
| Impedance | 280Ohm |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Host Interface | XLRM |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Audio | |
| Maximum Frequency Response | 15kHz |
| Minimum Frequency Response | 30Hz |
| Certifications | |
| TAA Compliant | No |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Plating | Gold-plated |
| Microphone | |
| Microphone Type | Dynamic |
| Microphone Technology | Dynamic |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color | Black |
| Weight | 8.96oz |
| Material | Machined Aluminum |
| Form Factor | Boom, Desktop Mount, Gooseneck, Stand Mount, Tripod Mount |
| Product Information | |
| Length | 4.60" |
| Mount Type | Desktop Mount, Gooseneck Mount, Stand Mount, Tripod Mount |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 5-Year |
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