Electro-Voice ND44 User Manual
Electro-Voice | ND44
ND44
▪ Excellent acoustic control with aggressive and
punctuated sound
▪ Large diaphragm dynamic capsule creates a rich and
detailed frequency response
▪ Easy mic placement with low-profile pivoting head
▪ Humbucking coil guards against line hum
▪ Memraflex grille resists denting
The Electro-Voice ND44 is a robust, high-performance
dynamic instrument microphone with a tight cardioid
polar pattern.
Designed for excellent performance on drums and
other rhythm section instruments, the ND44 capsule is
precisely tuned to deliver the aggressive and
punctuated sound these instruments produce, as well
as excellent isolation from the sound of other nearby
instruments.
The ND44 dynamic capsule contains a large Mylar
diaphragm which delivers a rich and detailed
frequency response by combining its large surface
area for tonal balance with its low-mass high-velocity
material for exceptionally fast transient response.
The ND44 low profile pivoting head makes mic
placement around a drum set easy. The included
DRC-2 drum rim clamp is simple to use and eliminates
the need for an additional mic stand.
The ND44 capsule uses a humbucking coil that
attenuates AC hum and electromagnetic interference.
ND dynamic mics can be used with confidence near
speaker cabinets and EMF generating equipment
racks.
The ND44 Memraflex grille is made of a durable tightmesh grille wire that withstands extraordinarily-rough
treatment. Your microphone remains protected and
looking good gig-after-gig, year-after-year.
For additional protection, the ND44 capsule contains a
hydrophobic cloth membrane which prevents moisture
and debris from reaching the diaphragm.
ND44 is also designed to function very well as a guitar
cabinet mic. It can be stand-mounted using the
optional SAND-1 stand adapter on a mic stand, or
merely hung over the speaker cabinet with the grille
facing the speaker cone using its mic cable to suspend
it.
Technical specifications
Element Type: Dynamic neodymium magnet structure
Frequency Response, Free
Field:
Polar Pattern: Tight Cardioid
Sensitivity, Open Circuit
Voltage @ 1 kHz::
Maximum SPL: > 140 dB SPL
Polarity: Pin 2 positive, reference to pin 3 with
Impedance: 350 ohms balanced (low-z)
Microphone Connector: 3-pin, XLR-type
Finish: Black polyurethane paint
Material: Zinc die cast handle, ABS-
80Hz to 16.5kHz
2.4 mV/Pascal
positive pressure on diaphragm
Polycarbonate Head, Memraflex grille
screen
-10
20 50
0 dB
+10
500
FREQUENCY IN HERTZ
100 1K 5K 10K 20K
1 m
2.5 cm
5 cm
2 | ND44
Dimensions, Head:
Length:
Shank:
1.91 in (48.5 mm) Dia. X 1.94 in
(49.22 mm) Long
5.47 in (139 mm)
0.83 in (21 mm)
Net Weight: 6.85 oz (194 g)
Shipping Weight: 17.2 oz (488 g)
Accessories Included: (1) DRC-2 Drum Rim Clamp, (1) Gig
bag
Frequency Response:
Polar Response:
System overview
Mounting the DRC-2 drum rim clamp to a drum rim:
This method can be used with or without the ND
Series microphone mounted in the clip (1).
To mount the DRC-2 drum rim clamp to a drum rim, do
the following:
1. Grip the DRC-2 firmly by placing your index finger in
the finger loop (2).
2. Choose a notch (3) at the top of the DRC-2 jaw and
place it to the drum rim so the top edge of the rim
fits inside the desired notch.
3. Using the finger you placed through the finger loop
(2), pull downwards and allow the edge of the
bottom DRC-2 jaw (4) to latch to the bottom edge of
the drum rim.
4. Using the thumbscrew (5), tension can be adjusted
on the pivoting joint as desired.
Microphone Use and Placement:
Please note that micing techniques are a matter of
personal preference. These are merely guidelines to
assist in the placement of the microphone to gain
optimal performance.
Dimensions:
Usage Optimal Placement
Tom-Toms On double headed Toms, place mic over the top of
drum 1-3" and at a 45° angle to the drumhead surface
and 1-2" in from the drum edge. On single headed
Toms, use above method or place mic inside Tom from
underneath at a 90° angle from the center of head,
3-5" away.
Snare Drum Place mic 1-3" above the heads, 1-2" in from the rim.
Aim each mic at the top heads angled down about 45°.
If the drum rings, tape deadening material to the head
or use damping rings. For more “snare” sound place a
2nd mic underneath aimed up at the bottom of head.
Electric
Guitar and
Bass Guitar
Amplifier
Place microphone approximately 1-2" from and at a
90°degree angle to the speaker cone. To reduce
boominess, move the microphone off axis to the cone
from 90° to 45°, or move mic from center of cone to
either edge.
Cymbals Place microphone one to two feet above the cymbals.
High-Hat Place 4-5” above outside edge at a 45° down angle.
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