Audix D2

A Close-Miking Microphone Designed for Instruments, Within the Audix Approach

The Audix D2 aligns with the brand's philosophy: offering robust instrument microphones ready to withstand real stage conditions while remaining relevant in studio and broadcast settings. Its sonic identity and hypercardioid polar pattern naturally place it in the "close-miking" category: positioned close to the source to capture energy, attack, and tone, while minimizing bleed from other instruments as much as possible.

In both live and multi-track recording setups, this approach makes a difference: more control at the source, a cleaner mix, and increased coherence when using multiple microphones around the same drum kit or ensemble.

Intended Uses and Musicians

The Audix D2 is a particularly relevant choice for drummers, percussionists, and sound engineers seeking a microphone dedicated to sources with pronounced transients. On toms, it helps achieve a present and clear sound with a crisp attack while maintaining good isolation from the snare and cymbals.

It is equally comfortable on congas and Latin percussion, where capturing both the "slap" and the body of the instrument is desired. For wind instruments (brass, saxophones), it allows close miking without a muddy sound, and its polar pattern helps contain stage ambience. Finally, on a guitar cabinet, it provides an effective alternative to achieve a precise, mix-ready sound with good sound pressure level resistance.

Design and Performance: Isolation and Precision at the Heart of the D2

Hypercardioid Polar Pattern: More Control, Less Bleed

The D2's hypercardioid polar pattern is designed to "tighten" the sound capture around the source. In a live context, this translates to more gain before feedback and better separation between elements of a drum kit. In the studio, this same pattern facilitates multi-mic recordings by reducing bleed, simplifying equalization and dynamics during mixing.

VLM Diaphragm: Natural Sound and Well-Defined Attack

Equipped with a VLM Type B capsule, the Audix D2 aims for natural and precise sound reproduction. The goal is clear: to respect the instrument's character while highlighting useful information for clarity (attack, presence, definition). On toms and percussion, it delivers a dynamic sound with a sense of proximity and clear articulation without over-processing the signal.

Transformerless Design and Balanced Output

The D2 features a transformerless design combined with low impedance and a balanced output. This combination promotes a stable and clean signal, particularly appreciated in stage environments (long cables, multiple lines, power supplies, and nearby equipment). The result: a reliable instrument microphone ready to perform under demanding conditions while maintaining consistent capture quality.

Practically, the Audix D2 comes with a clip and a protective pouch: everything needed to quickly integrate it into an existing mic setup, transport it, and protect it between gigs or sessions.

Technical specifications

Category	instrument microphone	Capsule	dynamic
Directivity	hypercardioid	Color	Black

Type	Dynamic	Output	Balanced
Polar Pattern	Hypercardioid	Design	Transformerless
Frequency Response	68 Hz - 18 kHz	Recommended for	toms, congas, saxophones, guitar cabinets, brass
Sensitivity	2.5 mV/Pa at 1 kHz	Included	Protective pouch and clip
Rejection	> 30 dB	Dimensions	39 x 100 mm
Max SPL	144 dB	Weight	128 g
Impedance	250 Ohms