Audix i-5
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Audix
i-5
Product Info
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The Audix i-5 is a solid, workhorse microphone for snare drums, especially in live settings. It's built tough and delivers a punchy, defined sound without getting lost in the mix. This is a great option for gigging musicians and home studios on a budget who need a reliable snare mic.
Product Description
Audix i-5, Special Micro for Snare DrumThe Audix I-5 is a dynamic microphone for stage and studio instrument micing. It is particularly suitable for loud instruments such as Snare or electric guitar etc and due to its absolutely professional processing is particularly suitable for events.
The I-5 has been designed to meet the needs of users and retailers for a universal, high-quality and cost-effective instrument microphone. In recent years, Audix has successfully produced a wide range of application-specific microphones for e.g. Drums and percussion produced. I-5 is a synthesis of the experiences of these developments. Audix is the leading U.S. Manufacturer of high quality microphones for the event and studio market.
Although the I-5 is manufactured in large numbers for a broad audience, the high quality specifications and quality control standards, as with all other products, are retained as trademarks of Audix.
The I-5 is designed with a cardioid polar pattern that allows the microphone to be transmitted to the stage without crosstalk from other instruments or sounds. With a smooth, even frequency response of 50 Hz - 16 kHz and the sound pressure processing of more than 140 dB, the I-5 is an all purpose microphone suitable for all musical styles.
Each model with the current Audix instrument microphone technology is made of durable cast zinc alloy in a slim housing with a unique basket design and laser-etched model and serial number.
- Micing from above and below possible
- Professional dynamic microphone
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency response 50 - 16 kHz
- Impedance 150 ohms
- Max. SPL 140 dB
- Also suitable for wind instruments such as trumpet
- trombone etc.!
- Includes carrying bag
- microphone clip and thread adapter
- • Rugged build handles loud snare drum transients well
- • Clear, focused sound avoids muddiness on snare
- • Versatile enough for electric guitar and other loud sources
- • Affordable price point makes it accessible to many drummers
- • Lacks the detail of higher-end snare microphones
- • Cardioid pattern limits stereo imaging options
- • Can be overly aggressive with heavily processed drum sounds
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