Sontronics DM-1B Overview
The Sontronics DM-1B is a condenser microphone specially engineered for use on kick drums, bass cabinets, tenor/baritone sax, low brass, bass clarinets, and similar instruments with a lot of low-end frequency information. This end-address microphone features a -15 dB pad that allows it to handle SPLs up to 155 dB, so you can position the mic right on the kick drum, or even slightly inside the sound hole, and get a richly detailed sound with plenty of bottom for stage and studio applications.
The DM-1B features a cardioid pickup pattern that helps to focus audio capture on the instrument in front of the mic and while picking up less unwanted background sounds. The mic features a standard 3-pin XLR connector and the condenser capsule requires 48V phantom power for operation. An aluminum flight case is included.
- Large-diaphragm condenser mic engineered specifically for great sound on kick and bass
- Well suited for use on bass guitar cabinets, low brass, sax, bass clarinet, and even male vocals
- Cardioid pickup pattern focuses audio capture in front of mic
- Requires 48V phantom power
- Handles up to 155 dB SPL (with pad engaged)
- 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
- Includes aluminum flight case
- Combine with DM-1S snare mic, DM-T tom mic, and overhead mics (all available separately) for complete drum miking solution
In the Box
- Sontronics DM-1B Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone for Kick & Bass
- Aluminum Flightcase
Sontronics DM-1B Specs
Microphone
| Primary Applications |
Live Sound, Studio Recording |
| Form Factor |
Stand/Boom Mount |
| Intended Sound Sources |
Electric Bass, Kick Drum, Instrument, Brass, Baritone Saxophone, Clarinet |
| Sound Field |
Mono |
| Capsule |
1 x Condenser |
| Polar Pattern |
Cardioid |
| Orientation |
End Address |
| Circuitry |
Solid-State |
| Pad |
-15 dB |
| High-Pass Filter |
None |
| Gain Adjustment |
None |
| On-Board Controls |
Pad |
| Windscreen |
None |
Performance
| Frequency Range |
20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Maximum SPL |
155 dB SPL (with Pad) |
| Impedance |
200 Ohms |
| Sensitivity |
-45 dB |
| Equivalent Noise Level |
14 dB A-Weighted |
| THD |
0.5% |
Connectivity
| Output Connectors (Analog) |
1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic) |
| Headphone Connector |
None |
Power
| Operating Voltage |
48 V (Phantom Power) |
Physical
| Mounting |
Boom, Floor Mic Stand (via Integrated Hardware) |
| Mounting Thread Size |
Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Included Case |
Hard Case |
| Included Filters |
None |
| Dimensions |
ø: 2.8 x L: 5.7" / ø: 72 x L: 144 mm |
| Weight |
1.8 lb / 829 g |
Sontronics DM-1B Reviews
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