DPA has announced that it will be unveiling its first-ever drum microphone kit — the DDK4000 — at the upcoming 2023 NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center (booth 14504), comprised of the 4055 kick drum mic as well as the new 2012 cardioid and a stereo pair of the new 2015 wide cardioid models joined by three 4099 CORE instrument mics.
“We are ecstatic to offer sound engineers a perfect drum miking solution with the DDK4000 Drum Microphone Kit, comprised of several instrument mics with similar sonic characteristics that allows users to capture a uniform, uncolored sound of the entire drum setup,” says Bo Brinck, product specialist/sound engineer, DPA Microphones. “Every mic in the kit is designed with linear on- and off-axis response, which helps the sound designer keep the natural direct sound as well as the organic bleed between the drums and cymbals.
“Beginning with the clear, true sound of the entire kit gives engineers the best starting point to shape the sound. We are very excited for the creative possibilities and high-quality sound that this microphone kit will provide to the industry, and we look forward to presenting it for the first time at NAMM.”
The DDK4000 Drum Microphone Kit comes in a Peli case that includes microphone holders and adapters. Additional accessories such as a stereo boom, gooseneck mount and corresponding shock mounts are also available. The kit will also used on the Yamaha Grand Stage throughout NAMM.
Pricing: $5,100 USD, excluding local tax.
