the t.bone CD 56 beta

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the t.bone CD 56 beta

the t.bone

CD 56 beta

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 189091
Model: CD 56 beta
Price: $48.40

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The t.bone CD 56 beta is a surprisingly capable budget tom mic. It delivers a punchy, focused sound, making it a great choice for home studios or gigging musicians who need a reliable, affordable drum mic without breaking the bank. It’s best suited for rock, pop, or heavier genres where you need that aggressive tom presence.

Product Description

  • the t.bone CD 56 beta
  • Instrument Microphone
  • Dynamic
  • For snare/ tom
  • Polar pattern: supercardioid
  • Frequency range: 50 Hz - 16 kHz
  • Max. SPL: 150 dB
  • Impedance: 300 Ω
  • Fixed microphone holder with 3/8" thread
  • Weight: 165 g
PROS
  • • Tight, focused sound ideal for cutting through dense drum mixes
  • • Supercardioid pattern effectively rejects bleed from other drums
  • • Robust, all-metal construction feels surprisingly durable for the price
  • • Handles high SPLs well, suitable for louder tom hits and snare
CONS
  • • Lacks the refined detail of higher-end tom microphones
  • • Supercardioid pattern can be tricky to position consistently
  • • 300Ω impedance might require a preamp with sufficient gain

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Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 50 Hz - 16 kHz
Max SPL 150 dB
Clamp Included Yes
Weight 165 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SM57 is a more versatile mic, but the CD 56 beta offers a tighter, more focused tom sound with a more aggressive character.
It’s possible, especially with lower-powered interfaces; you might need a preamp to get a strong enough signal without excessive noise.
The clip is fairly standard, but very thick or unusually shaped hoops might require an aftermarket clamp for secure mounting.

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