Audix ADX 40 White

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Audix ADX 40 White

Audix

ADX 40 White

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 182632
Brand: Audix
Model: ADX 40 White
Price: $284.90

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The ADX 40 White is a seriously clever mic for drum overheads. That hanging design makes life easy, and the sound is remarkably clean and detailed, especially on cymbals. It's a great choice for gigging drummers and smaller studios looking for a focused, bright overhead sound without needing a complex rigging system.

Product Description

  • Audix ADX 40 White
  • Hanging microphone
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency range: 40 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Max. SPL: 130 db
  • 9-52 V Phantom power required
  • Incl. Cable 10 m (mini XLR - XLR)
  • Phantom power converter/electronics (APS910
  • mini XLR - XLR to XLR male)
  • Wire hanger MC40 for the positioning of the suspended microphone
  • Wind shield WS20
  • Transport box
  • Colour: White
PROS
  • • Exceptional transient response for detailed cymbal capture
  • • Unique hanging design simplifies overhead mic placement
  • • Included APS910 expands phantom power compatibility
  • • Bright, airy sound with surprisingly robust low-end
CONS
  • • Cardioid pattern limits stereo imaging possibilities
  • • White finish might not suit all stage aesthetics
  • • Mini-XLR cable adds a potential point of failure

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Key Features

Mic Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 40 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 130 dB
Sensitivity -32 dBV/Pa (13.8 mV/Pa)
Weight 350 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The APS910 simply converts the mini-XLR connector to standard XLR, it doesn't alter the ADX 40’s sonic characteristics.
Yes, the white finish will show scuffs and marks more readily than darker colors, so careful handling is recommended.
The ADX 40 offers a more focused, brighter sound than the C414, and it’s generally more affordable than a KM184, but lacks their broader versatility.

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