Overview
The ultimate kick-drum mic, the Artist Elite AE2500 dual-element instrument microphone features cardioid condenser and dynamic capsules combined in one housing. The dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater; the condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell. Two layers of resistive mesh form multiple densities over the dynamic element’s side-entry ports, exercising precise control over the time at which off-axis signals arrive at the diaphragm.
The condenser diaphragm is optimally tensioned and aged for long-term consistency and stability.
The condenser diaphragm is optimally tensioned and aged for long-term consistency and stability.
Microphones
| Element | Condenser, dynamic |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 20-17,000 Hz (condenser) 30-10,000 Hz (dynamic) |
| Low Frequency Roll Off | 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave (condenser) |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. (condenser); 158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal) |
| FIVE YEAR LIMITED END USER WARRANTY |