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Shure PG52


$254.00 Released July, 2004

Product Shot 1 The Pros:Can handle being positioned right at the drums without peaking. Sound quality is detailed and clean, doesn't distort. Good directional design, doesn't pick up a lot of ambient sound.

Another release by the microphone company, the Shure PG52 is a Cardoid Dynamic Kick Drum microphone suitable to be used as a kick mic or a bass cab mic. The frequency is tailored to create a smooth effect and is specifically tuned for drum applications.

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Similar to other Shure microphones, the Cardioid polar pattern picks up most sound from in front of the microphone and a bit from the sides. Since drummers need it, the rugged coil of the microphone is designed to handle high volume levels and the cartridge includes a neodymium magnet for a high output level. The PG52 microphone is also packaged with a 15ft cable and a storage bag.

Features

  • Tailored frequency is smooth and tuned for specifically for drum applications
  • Cardioid polar pattern picks up most sound from in front of the microphone
  • Rugged coil and ability to handle high volume levels
  • Cartridge includes a neodymium magnet for high output level
  • Internal shock mount for reduced handling noise
  • Integral stand mount
  • Durable metal construction

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    can handle being positioned right at the drums without peaking

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    sound quality is detailed and clean, doesn't distort

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    good directional design, doesn't pick up a lot of ambient sound

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    works well for recording a wide variety of instruments

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    excellent price for the quality of microphone

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    work well for amateur recording and live performances

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    can handle a few bumps without breaking

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