Audix D4 Hyper-Cardioid Dynamic Drum and Instrument Microphone Designed, machined, assembled and tested by Audix in the USA, the D4 is a dynamic instrument microphone used for stage, studio and broadcast applications. The D4, which is characterized with a hypercardioid pickup pattern for isolation and feedback control, is equipped with a VLM™ (Very Low Mass) diaphragm for natural, accurate sound reproduction. The D4 is lightweight, compact and easy to position. With a wide frequency response of 40 Hz - 18 kHz and the ability to handle sound pressure levels in excess of 144 dB, the D4 is an excellent choice for miking instruments requiring precise low frequency reproduction such as large rack toms, floor toms, cajon, djembe, tympani, leslie bottom, bass flute, sax and baritone sax, trombone, acoustic bass, bass cabs and small kick drums. Roadworthy construction includes a precision machined aluminum body, black anodized finish, laser etched model and serial number, steel mesh grill, Switchcraft® XLR connector and includes a tension-fit heavy duty nylon mic clip. Transformerless design, low impedance, and balanced output allow for interference-free performance even with long cable runs. Applications Live Stage-Coffee House to Stadium Large rack tom, floor tom, small kick drum cajon, djembe, tympani, leslie bottom bass flute, sax and baritone sax, trombone acoustic bass, bass cabs Specifications Type Dynamic Polar Pattern Hypercardioid Frequency Response 40Hz - 18kHz Impedence 200 ohms Sensitivity @1k 1.4 mV/Pa Put the bottom back in your kick drum! The D4 utilizes an entirely new capsule specially designed to capture high-SPL frequencies below 100Hz. Unlike many other kick drum mics, it doesn’t suffer from dramatic roll-off below 80Hz. You get extended low-frequency response with a clear, true image. The D4 is one of the most compact low-frequency mics you’ll find — placement is a breeze. Use it for your kick drum, floor toms, and timpani.