Audio-Technica Pro 25 AX

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Audio-Technica Pro 25 AX

Audio-Technica

Pro 25 AX

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Product Info

Article Number: 181534
Model: Pro 25 AX
Price: $170.50

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The Pro 25 AX is a surprisingly capable workhorse for bass drum and other loud sources. Its full frequency response avoids the muffled sound of some dedicated bass drum mics, making it great for genres needing clarity alongside thump, like funk or heavier rock. A solid choice for home studios or gigging musicians needing reliable performance.

Product Description

Audio-Technica Pro 25 AX, Dynamic Microphone

  • Low-cost dynamic microphone
  • which is particularly suitable for the recording of bass drums due to its sound pressure resistance and its frequency response. In contrast to special bass drum mics
  • the frequency response of the capsule is not cut in the highs
  • so that the Pro 25 can also adequately transmit other sound-intensive instruments.
  • Application e.g. Bass drum
  • toms
  • trombone
  • Dynamic
  • Polar pattern: hypercardioid
  • Frequncy range: 30 - 12 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 1.9 mV / Pa
  • Impedance: 600 ohms
  • Dimensions (Ø x length): 54 x 113 mm
  • Weight: 270 g
  • Includes stand mount and artificial leather bag
PROS
  • • Robust construction handles serious bass drum SPLs without distortion
  • • Hypercardioid pattern isolates sources well in busy drum mixes
  • • Full frequency response captures detail beyond typical bass drum mics
  • • Affordable price point makes it accessible for budget-conscious studios
CONS
  • • Hypercardioid pattern demands precise mic placement to avoid phase issues
  • • 600-ohm impedance may require a preamp with sufficient gain
  • • Somewhat heavy, can be less stable on tom mounts

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Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Hypercardioid
Frequency Range 30 - 12 kHz
Max SPL 150 dB
Sensitivity 1.9 mV / Pa
Weight 270 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Beta 52A has a more tailored low-end response, whereas the Pro 25 AX offers a more even frequency response, useful for capturing more detail and nuance.
While designed for bass drum, the Pro 25 AX's full frequency response can work on toms, but the hypercardioid pattern needs careful placement to avoid phase cancellations.
Given the 600-ohm impedance, a preamp with a good amount of clean gain is recommended to ensure a strong, clear signal.

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