Meinl MIC-PERC - PERCUSSION MICROPHONE
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Meinl
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
For over thirty years, Meinl has been developing percussion instruments and accessories known for their reliability and stage-oriented approach. This condenser microphone fits within this "practical and efficient" philosophy: a simple capturing solution designed for musicians who want to quickly amplify their instrument while maintaining detailed sound reproduction.
Who This Microphone Is For
This microphone is aimed at beginner, intermediate, and advanced percussionists seeking an easy-to-mount solution, particularly suited for rehearsal, concert, home studio, and mobile recording contexts. It works very well for styles where dynamics are essential: world music, acoustic, Latin, pop, reggae, and hybrid setups.
Features and Innovations
Its condenser design emphasizes precision: it provides sensitive transient capture, useful for highlighting slaps, rim shots, and ghost notes. The sensor clip with adhesive allows placing the microphone as close as possible to the striking area to obtain a direct, stable, and consistent signal from one performance to another.
Sound Characteristics
On a cajon, the capture helps distinguish the bass from the center and the drier attack from the edges. On congas and djembes, the microphone highlights presence and finger response while preserving the richness of harmonics. On frame drums, it contributes to a clearer image of friction, taps, and accents, facilitating equalization and mix control.
Technical specifications
| Category | instrument microphone |
| Directivity | cardioid |
| Connection | minijack |
| Color | Blue |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Meinl MIC-perc suitable for a cajon?
The condenser capsule allows distinguishing the low frequencies captured in the center of the cajon from the drier attack at the corners. The adhesive sensor mount places the microphone close to the striking area. This position ensures a direct and stable signal.
What is the polar pattern of this percussion microphone?
The cardioid pattern focuses pickup on the source positioned in front of the microphone.
What type of connector does the Meinl MIC-perc microphone use?
The connection is made via a minijack, as specified for this model.
Can this microphone be mounted on congas or a djembe?
An adhesive sensor mount is provided to position the microphone as close as possible to the striking area. On congas and djembes, the pickup highlights finger response and harmonics.
Is this microphone suitable for rehearsals and home studio use?
Designed for rehearsals, concerts, home studio, and mobile recording, this condenser microphone reproduces the transients of hits, slaps, and ghost notes.
