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Audix D6 Cardioid Dynamic Kick Drum Microphone

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Your Mic for Huge, Undistorted Kick Drum Sounds

The Audix D6 is the perfect choice for superb kick drum sounds. This microphone's cardioid pickup pattern does an excellent job rejecting sound from external sources to keep the sound of the kick drum pure and clean. The D6 boasts a VLM (Very Low Mass) diaphragm to react quickly to the attack of the beater, and its 30Hz–15kHz frequency response sports big bumps right where you need it for earth-shaking lows without sacrificing the attack. For other low-frequency instruments such as bass, the D6 fares equally well.

Tuned specifically for kick drum and low-frequency instruments

The D6 is designed specifically to tackle kick drums and other low-frequency instruments. There is 14dB of boost at 60 Hz, 15dB between 4–5K, and 17dB between 10–12k. The tailored response of this microphone makes it ideal for use with 22-inch bass drums. The D6's capsule features the same legendary VLM technology that has made the D series percussion and instrument microphones very popular for today's live stages and recording studios. The VLM diaphragm ensures that the mic responds very quickly to transients, ensuring the attack isn't lost.

Sounds good no matter where you place it

Drums are one of the most challenging instruments to record, especially when trying to replicate the sound of a previous recording. The Audix D6 is designed to sound good in any position and it is not dependent on finding the "sweet spot" of the drum. This is great since you know that time after time, the kick will sound great!

Build to withstand the rigors of studio and stage

Here at Sweetwater, we favor the D6 in both studio and stage applications. For starters, this microphone has a maximum SPL of 144dB — in other words, more than enough to withstand a pounding kick drum or thumping bass cabinet. Additionally, its rugged machined aluminum housing can easily withstand whatever you throw at it.

Audix D6 Kick Drum Microphone Features:

  • Cardioid polar pattern rejects sound from external sources
  • Tuned especially for kick and bass
  • 30Hz–15kHz frequency response sports big bumps right where you need it
  • Not dependent on finding "sweet spot" for good sound
  • VLM diaphragm for fast transient response
  • Maximum SPL of 144dB: more than enough to withstand a pounding kick drum or thumping bass cab
  • Rugged machine aluminum housing

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Tech Specs

  • Microphone Type: Dynamic
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency Response: 30Hz-15kHz
  • Output Impedance: 200 ohms
  • Color: Black
  • Connector: XLR
  • Weight: 0.48 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: D6

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Rated 5/5

Kickin’ The Kick

We use the Audix D6 in conjunction with a sub kick and it gives us an irresistible beat on the dance floor.
For small gigs, we use a pair of Mackie RM450s on poles for vocals and I'll feed a slight bit of kick to it, minus the sub kick.
The mic doesn't seem to need much in the way of eq.
Locking Up Otis is quite happy with the results.
Rated 5/5

Audix D6

I bought this mic for my 18" floor tom. Great mic. Have a whole set of Audix mics on my kit. They are tough durable and sound great.
Mitch Delgado
Music background: Pro drummer
Rated 5/5

My go to for bass drum and large Floor Toms...

You can debate the merits of many bass drum mics out there. Lot's of variables come into play and everyone has their opinions and experiences. If I were to taker all of the options on the market and try them on any of my specific bass drums/Floor Toms; would this reign supreme? I don't know.

Why am I rating it 5 stars? Simple! While I cannot definitively say that this would be the absolute best sounding mic for brand X bass drum with these specific heads tuned this certain way what I DO know is that these are going to sound great on any bass drum or floor tom. Trued and true.

Plus they are American made, highly reliable and rugged.

There are mics out there that are better suited for reproducing the character of the wood in your bass drum, or menacing a specific band of frequencies or whatever. But, if you are looking for a mic to put in a big drum and easily get a BIG sound... look no further and rock the house.
Music background: drummer for almost 40 years
Rated 5/5

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Rated 5/5

Big sound from a small footprint

Shout out to Richie for recommending the Audix D6, This little mic does everything he said it would! Plenty of low end to capture from your kick drum,Floor tom or gong drum!

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What Do Our In-house Gear Experts Think?

AJ Becerra

I have been playing drums for almost 20 years and the D6 is hands down the best sounding kick mic I have ever heard. It capures the perfect amount of beater click and low end thump and it takes virtually no EQ to get a great sound. If you're looking for a no-nonsense kick mic that can stand up to daily abuse on the road or in the studio, you need to get a D6!

Dan VanAmerongen

The Audix D6 is one of my "go to" mics, both on stage and in the studio. It has a great presence that really brings the kick forward in the mix.

David Stewart

Great for getting that hard rock kick sound where the mids are scooped out. Excellent at articulating the click from the beater.

Matt Emick

The D6 rocks. It lets you spend less time on EQ and gives you a great rock kick tone right out of the box. I often pair it with a TLM 103 at the end of a packing blanket tunnel to get some true rock 'n' roll thump.

Getting the most for the money isn't just a big deal for our customers, it's also what the artists and engineers at Sweetwater look for when we're shopping for our own gear. That's why we're such fans of Audix microphones. Early on, we discovered must-have Audix mics such as the handheld OM2, the tight and punchy D6 kick mic, and the super-versatile i5. You'll also find Audix specialty hardware like CabGrabbers and D-Vice mic holders in our studios and live rigs. Their drum mic bundles offer amazing value, while our house of worship customers love their MicroBoom line for miking choirs. No matter the application, Sweetwater is happy to recommend the right Audix gear for your needs.

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