Audix OM6

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Audix OM6

Audix

OM6

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 187258
Brand: Audix
Model: OM6
Price: $262.90

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The OM6 is a real workhorse mic – it’s surprisingly capable for the price. It's a fantastic option for gigging musicians or home recordists needing a reliable, feedback-resistant vocal mic. Its focused pickup pattern makes it shine in less-than-ideal acoustic spaces.

Product Description

  • Audix OM6
  • Excellent Dynamic Microphone
  • For lead and backing vocals
  • Suitable for live and recording applications
  • Dynamic hypercardioid capsule provides a clear and clean source recording with high gain before feedback
  • Impedance: 150 Ω
  • Frequency response 40 Hz - 19 kHz
  • Maximum SPL: 144dB
  • Length 176 mm
  • Weight 307 g
  • Incl. Softbag and microphone clip
PROS
  • • Hypercardioid pattern excels in loud stage environments
  • • Robust build quality; feels solid and dependable in hand
  • • Clear vocal reproduction with surprisingly detailed high-end response
  • • Versatile enough for both live performance and studio tracking
CONS
  • • Hypercardioid's narrow pickup can be tricky to manage onstage
  • • Lacks the warmth and character of some premium vocal mics
  • • Can sound slightly harsh on brighter vocalists without EQ

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Key Features

Polar Pattern Hypercardioid
Frequency Range 40 Hz - 19 kHz
Sensitivity Not Specified - typical for a dynamic mic, expect around -70dBV/Pa
Impedance 150 Ω
Connector XLR
Weight 307 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SM58 is a broader, more forgiving mic. The OM6’s hypercardioid pattern offers more gain before feedback but requires more precise mic technique.
While versatile, it’s primarily a vocal mic. It’ll work in a pinch for instruments, but dedicated instrument mics will generally yield better results.
It's clean in the sense that it doesn’t color the sound dramatically; it's a neutral starting point, but it can still be shaped with EQ to add character.

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