STUDIO ELITE 8
STE 8
LIVE SOUND OR RECORDING
The DP ELITE 8 drum pack is a premium ensemble of microphones designed to mic a
five-piece kit with accuracy and fine control. Kick, snare, rack toms and floor tom mics
feature Audix VLMTM capsule technology for natural and precise sound reproduction in
high SPL applications. A dedicated hi-hat mic and overhead mics capture complex
timbres and wide dynamic ranges. Included are DVICE rim mounts eliminating the need
for bulky mic stands.
• Professional set of 8 drum mics for stage or studio
• Complete solution for a 5 piece kit
• Includes all mounting clips and rugged aluminum
road case
Dynamic Instrument
Microphone
CLOSE MIKING
The D6 for kick drum and the i5 for snare are considered must-haves for every
drummer. The kick and snare are considered the core of any drum kit and the
foundation for every groove. Close miking insures that they will be captured in the
mix. Being high SPL dynamic microphones, the D6, i5, D2 and D4 excel at “close miking”.
This miking technique is required in order to capture the attack and percussive
sound of the drum. By having the mic close to the source of the sound, it helps to
isolate and control the sound of each drum.
OVERHEAD MIKING (ambient)
Supporting the idea that “less is more”, many engineers will use just two overhead
mics to capture the natural sound of the complete drum kit. With two overhead
mics, positioned correctly, it is absolutely true that you can capture the transients,
tonality and balance of the kit in a completely phase-coherent manner. The SCX1
condenser microphone with a 21mm gold sputtered diaphragm, is designed with
overhead applications in mind. Due to its cardioid pickup pattern, high sensitivity
and pencil design, the two SCX25A “lollipop” mics can be easily positioned overhead to
provide a nice stereo image of the entire drum kit.
THE BLEND
With contemporary music and with the volumes typically generated on stage, it is
more practical and effective to create a blended effect of close miking and stereo
image of the entire kit from overhead. The D6 will help provide the earthshaking
lows and the attack of the kick; the i5 will reinforce the depth and crack of the snare;
the D2 and D4 capture the attack and decay of rack and floor toms; the SCX1HC is
the quintessential microphone for hi-hat. With the SCX25A for overheads, drums will
maintain their sound integrity and critical presence for both stage and studio regardless
of the size of the room or PA system.
INCLUDES
PACKAGED SET OF 8 STUDIO MICS
Aluminum Road Case
1 x i5 Snare Mic
2 x D2 Mics
1 x D4 Mic
1 x D6 Kick Mic
2 x SCX25A Overhead Mics
1 x SCX1HC Hi-Hat Mic
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
DVICE - Spring loaded rim mount clamp (4)
DCLIP - Heavy duty mic clip provided with D
& SCX Series (4)
MC1 - Nylon mic clip (1)
SMT25 - Low profile shock mount system with nylon
cable and thumbscrew for positioning (2)
WS81C - Foam windscreen for reducing wind,
sibilance and pop noise (1)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
DFLEX - All purpose percussion clamp
DCLAMP - Tension rod mic clamp
CBL20 - 20’ XLR-XLR mic cable
CBLDR25 - 25’ right angle XLR-XLR mic cable
STANDKD - Adjustable kick drum mic stand with
telescopic boom
DVICE
DCLIP
MC1
SMT25
DCLAMP
CBL20
CBLDR25
STANDKDDFLEX
SPECIFICATIONS
Transducer
Frequency Response
Polar Pattern
Output Impedance
Sensitivity
Maximum SPL
OFF-axis rejection
Power Requirements
Materials / Finish
Weight
Length
i5
Dynamic VLM™
Type B
50 Hz - 16 kHz 44 Hz - 18 kHz 40 Hz - 20 kHz
Cardioid Hypercardioid Hypercardioid
150 ohms 250 ohms 200 ohms
1.5 mV / Pa @ 1k 1.2 mV / Pa @ 1k 1.4 mV / Pa @ 1k
≥140 dB ≥144 dB ≥144 dB
≥23 dB ≥30 dB ≥20 dB
None None None
Die Cast Zinc Alloy/
Black E-coat
250 g / 8.8 oz 128 g / 4.5 oz 128 g/ 4.5 oz
141.5 mm /5.6 in 100 mm / 3.9 in 100 mm / 3.9 in
D2
Dynamic VLM
™
Type B
Machined Aluminum / Black Hard
Coat
Transducer
Dynamic VLM
Type D
Frequency Response
Polar Pattern
Output Impedance
Sensitivity
Maximum SPL
OFf-axis rejection
Machined Aluminum / Black Hard
Coat
Length
USER TIPS
This package is identical to the DP5A with the addition of three SCX series
microphones, two SCX25A condenser for overheads and one SCX1HC for
hi-hat. The SCX series microphones are very sensitive, have a low noise floor
and capture a wide sound field making them excellent for studio as well
as live.
SCX25A - Overheads: The most common positioning concept is to keep
the snare as the focal point and move the mics into various left and right
positions equal distance from the snare; 4 feet is a good starting point. For
best results, keep the mics in a vertical position, keeping in mind that you are
not necessarily just miking the cymbals but the whole kit. You will find after
some experimentation that the kick, snare, and overheads will provide most
of your sound while the tom mics are used for sweetening. The SCX25A is
extremely sensitive so do not be afraid to pick up a majority of the sound
through the overheads if the stage volume will allow it.
SCX1HC - Hi-hat: The SCX1HC is extremely sensitive. Be sure the mic is up
and away from the area where the cymbals open and close, otherwise the
mic will pick up wind noise and sound harsh. Careful positioning will isolate
the hi-hat from the rest of the kit and make it easier to feature it in the mix.
D4
D6
™
Dynamic VLM™ Type E
30 Hz - 15 kHz 20 Hz - 20 kHz 40 Hz - 20 kHz
Cardioid Cardioid Hypercardioid
280 ohms 200 ohms 200 ohms
.8mV / Pa @ 80 Hz 28 mV / Pa @ 1k 17 mV / Pa @ 1k
≥144 dB ≥135 dB ≥130 dB
≥20 dB - -
None 48 - 52 V Phantom 48 - 52 V Phantom
Machined Aluminum
/ Black Hard Coat
255 g / 9 oz 244 g / 8.6 oz 144 g / 4 oz
117 mm / 4.6 in 148 mm / 5.8 in 104 mm / 4.1 in
SCX25A
Condenser Condenser
Machined Brass /
Black Finish
SCX1HC
Machined Brass /
Black Finish
i5 - Snare: A good starting point is 2 inches above the rim with the mic
pointing towards the center of the head. For more “rim” sound, pull the mic
back closer to the rim. For more resonance and depth of field, pull the mic
further away from the head. The trick is to find the right balance between
resonance and attack while still controlling bleed from the other drums.
D2 / D4 - Floor toms: Place the mic about 2 inches above the head and
point the mic across the head towards the center of the drum. This is the
best position to capture the fundamental resonance and decay of the drum
will minimal ring.
Note: The DCLAMP or DFLEX mounts will be needed in order to attach the
mics to hand percussion instruments or non-conventional rims.
D6 - Kick Drum: To position the D6, a good starting point is a few inches
inside the port of the front head with the mic pointing off-center and not
directly at the beater. For more attack, move the mic closer towards the
beater. For more bass, pull the mic farther away from the beater. A great
accessory keeping the D6 secure and in position is the STANDKD.
For more information please visit www.audixusa.com to view our six part
video on “How to Mic Your Kit.”
STUDIO ELITE 8
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SERVICE AND WARRANTY:
of 3 years to be free of defects in material and workmanship. In the event of a product failure due to materials or workmanship, Audix will repair or replace said product at no charge with
proof of purchase. Audix does not pay or reimburse shipping costs for warranty repairs or returns. The warranty excludes any causes other than manufacturing defects, such as normal
wear, abuse, environmental damage, shipping damage or failure to use or maintain the product per the supplied instructions. No Implied Warranties: All implied warranties, including but
not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are hereby excluded. The liability of Audix, if any, for damages relating to allegedly defective
products shall be limited to the actual price paid by Dealer for such products and shall in no event include incidental or consequential damages of any kind. Should your microphone fail
in any way, please contact the Audix Service department at 503.682.6933. A Return Authorization is required before returning any product. OTHER THAN THIS WARRANTY, AUDIX MAKES
NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS, THE USE OF THE PRODUCTS, THE PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCTS. AUDIX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
SPECIAL INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT OR SIMILAR DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR BASED ON THE SALE, USE, STORAGE OR DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCTS, AUDIX’S SERVICE
WORK, BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT. NEGLIGENCE, OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF AUDIX HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
ALL SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
The i5, D2, D4, and D6 microphones are under warranty for a period of 5 years and the SCX1C / SCX1HC microphones are under warranty for a period
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