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Digital Reference

Description

The four microphones in the Digital Reference DRDK4 drum microphone kit are optimized for every type of drum. Proper recording dictates a specific miking technique for each drum in your kit, and these Digital Reference microphones provide the quality punch, detail and clarity you want whether on stage or in the studio. The mics' low-profile design results in minimum visibility, while integral stand mounts offer a wide array of placement options. Now, your entire drum kit can sound great each and every time no matter where you are. Digital Reference includes a durable hardshell carrying case with die-cut foam compartments and built-in handle with the DRDK4 drum microphone set.
Digital Reference DRDK4 4-Piece Drum Mic Kit
Digital Reference DRDK4 4-Piece Drum Mic Kit
Digital Reference DRDK4 4-Piece Drum Mic Kit

Features

  • 1 DR-K100 kick drum mic with clip
  • 3 DR-ST100 snare/tom mics with clips
  • 3 Universal drum mounts
  • Durable carrying case with protective foam insert
    • DR-K100
    • Deep bass reproduction with articulate snap captures the attack and tone of any kick from jazz to rock
    • All-metal construction with rugged mesh grille
    • Includes custom mic clip with articulating pivot for exact placement
    • Integrated male XLR connector
    DR-ST100
    • Captures the snap and sizzle of snare hits and rim shots; provides plenty of punch for toms
    • Compact size with all-metal construction and rugged mesh grille
    • Includes custom mic clip with articulating pivot, and universal rim mount for exact placement
    • Integrated male XLR connector
    warning

    WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Lead, which is known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

    Specs

    DR-K100
    • 50Hz–10kHz frequency response
    • 300 ohm output impedance
    DR-ST100
    • 50Hz–15kHz frequency response
    • 600 ohm output impedance

    Reviews

    4.32

    41 Reviews

    89%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend

    Very pleased

    Most Liked Positive Review

    4

    Nice, but plugs upside down for right angle plugs

    I am just getting into micing my drums, so I really have nothing to compare to, but I like what I hear through my Mackie CFX20 mixer. Depending on how you position the mic, you may need a right angle connector on your cable. As I am looking to buy connectors, I notice the orientation of all the plugs I am looking at are 180 degrees off from where I need them. My plan is to grind down the end of the mic holder which will allow the mic to rotate to the position I need. The pictures above do not show it, but if you loosen the thumb screw the mic separates from the actual mic holder. There may be some high end right angle connectors out there, but if you have a small budget for a set of mics, it doesn't make sense to spend that or more for some connectors.

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

    3

    Experiment With Inexpensive Mics

    Mounted on the snare, toms, and bass, these mics sound OK to me. I'll be trying them in a live outdoor venue next week. I think the sound will be satisfactory. If you look at the picture you'll see that the provided clip fits the mic like a glove. But, this specific fit orients the XLR pins in the wrong direction for my right angle XLR cables. So I had to cut the angled face off of the clip. That enabled me to rotate the mic 180 degrees to work properly with my right angle XLR cables. Also, one of the provided rim mounts cracked. I bought an Audix Device clip to replace it. Will probably have to replace the other provided mounts. I'll need more drum mics, will definitely consider another kit of these.

    Filters
    Best Uses
    1. Home Studio20
    2. Performances17
    3. Amateur Recording16
    4. Outdoor Events / Games10
    5. Professional Recording6
    Cons
    1. Poor Sound Quality3
    2. Limited Functions2
    Describe Yourself
    1. Experienced13
    2. Professional Musician12
    3. Novice2
    Pros
    1. Easy To Use24
    2. Compact20
    3. Good Audio19
    4. Lightweight15
    5. Durable13

    Reviewed by 41 customers

    • Drum microphones

      5

      Verified Buyer

      submitted2 years ago

      byLuis

      fromGreensboro NC

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      Purchased these to use on my congas and they were even better than I expected. Had to put the mount's upside down to fit but they held on well while playing.

    • Great mics for the $$

      5

      submitted3 years ago

      byRod

      fromSugarloaf

      The kick mic is close to an AKG112! The other 3 work well on Snare & toms. Buy a couple decent overheads and you'll have a great start on recording & live work. I really like the kick mic, I've had a NADY Big diaphragm kick mic & this one blows it away. I've made recordings that have been nominated for an Indie Award with these mics. Well worth the price

    • Sound is too thin.

      3

      Verified Buyer

      submitted3 years ago

      byChris

      fromAustin,Texas

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      I bought these because I had to set up 2 drum sets on the same stage. This was so that I could do a quick change over. The build construction was well made. The sound on the other hand was very thin. You had to do too much work to get a decent sound. So, I ended up using my other mics and put in the extra work and return the mics. I'm sure that I could have got a better sound out of them, but I just didn't have the time during soundchecks.

    • Decent for the price

      5

      Verified Buyer

      submitted3 years ago

      byThomas

      fromCrystal, Maine

      These mics were all in working order and build quality seems good.

    • I would buy this product again.

      5

      Verified Buyer

      submitted3 years ago

      byRodney

      fromSpring Hill, TN

      I mic my acoustic drums.

    • Very pleased

      5

      submitted3 years ago

      byTom

      fromLime Lake, NY

      These mics pack quite the punch, especially the kick mic. I use these on my Cajon set and they're easy to set up. Purchased as SDOTD, I would call these mics a "best value".

    Q&A

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    • submitted2 years ago

      asked byShane

      fromWoodlyn PA

      Are these able to connect to an Audio Interface in order to record direct from the kit?

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      Yes, the DRDK4 are standard XLR mic connections.

    • submitted3 years ago

      asked bydrummer

      fromLexington, SC

      Are these wireless?

      Open Reply - Kenneth
      They are not wireless