Audix D6
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The essential facts about the Audix D6 dynamic microphone
The essential facts about the Audix D6 dynamic microphone
- Deep, precise low end for kick drums, large toms, and bass cabinets.
- VLM Type E diaphragm delivering natural reproduction and excellent transient response.
- Balanced output and transformerless design for a clean, interference-free signal.
- Compact, lightweight, and easy to position, with pouch and clip included.
Manufacturer Information
Audix
https://www.audixusa.com
info@audixusa.com
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Essential Information About the Audix D6 Dynamic Microphone
- Deep and precise bass for kick drums, floor toms, and bass cabinets.
- VLM Type E diaphragm offering natural reproduction and excellent transient response.
- Balanced output and transformerless design for a clean, interference-free signal.
- Compact format, lightweight and easy to position, with included pouch and clip.
A modern standard for bass and impact
Designed, assembled, and tested in the United States, the Audix D6 has established itself as a benchmark for capturing the energy of bass-rich instruments. Its sonic signature targets a full and controlled low end while maintaining the clarity needed to cut through a live stage, studio, or broadcast mix.
Who is it for and what applications?
The D6 is aimed at drummers, live sound engineers, and studio recordists seeking a rugged, "ready-to-use" microphone for kick drums, deep toms, powerful percussion, and bass cabinets. Its small size facilitates placement in tight spaces without interfering with playing or tuning.
What sets the D6 apart
VLM Type E diaphragm
The VLM (Very Low Mass) Type E diaphragm capsule responds quickly, faithfully translating the beater attack and shell texture. The sound combines impact and definition, avoiding the "muddy" effect often associated with low frequencies.
Optimized electronics for signal clarity
The transformerless design, low impedance, and balanced output promote stable and noise-free transmission, even with long cable runs on stage.
Practicality and durability
Lightweight, compact, and easy to orient, the D6 integrates quickly into any drum kit. Supplied with a protective pouch and clip, it is ready to accompany tours as well as intensive studio sessions.
Technical specifications
| Frequency response - start | 30 Hz | Directivity | hypercardioid |
| Frequency response - end | 15 kHz | Capsule | dynamic |
| Category | instrument microphone | Color | Black |
| Type | dynamic | Output | balanced |
| Polar pattern | hypercardioid | Design | transformerless |
| Frequency response | 30 Hz - 15 kHz | Dimensions | 51 x 117 mm |
| Sensitivity | 0.8 mV/Pa at 1 kHz | Weight | 254 g |
| Off-axis rejection | > 20 dB | Included | protective pouch and clip |
| Max SPL | 144 dB | Ideal for percussion instruments | kick drums, floor toms, powerful percussion, bass cabinets |
| Impedance | 280 ohms | ||
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Microphone well established on the market. You plug in, good sensitivity, good sound modern, practical, very well finished.
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One of the best bass drum microphones and an unbeatable quality/price ratio
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Precise modern kick sound
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Audix D6 suitable for kick drum miking?
Its frequency response from 30 Hz to 15 kHz is designed for bass-rich sources. The dynamic VLM Type E capsule reproduces the beater attack and the resonance of the drum shell.
What polar pattern helps to reduce stage bleed?
The hypercardioid pattern offers off-axis rejection greater than 20 dB. This design helps minimize bleed from neighboring drums in a drum kit.
Can it handle high sound pressure levels inside a kick drum?
The maximum SPL rating reaches 144 dB, matching the levels produced by a kick drum or powerful percussion instruments.
What connection does this kick drum microphone use?
The output is balanced with an impedance of 280 ohms. The transformerless design ensures stable transmission over long cable runs. No phantom power is indicated in the specifications.
What accessories come included with the microphone?
A protective pouch and a clip are included. Compact in size at 51 x 117 mm and weighing 254 g, its format facilitates placement inside a kick drum or near a bass cabinet.
