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Shure PG ALTA 7-Piece Drum Microphone Kit for Performing and Recording Drummers - Includes Mics, Mounts and Cables with options for Kick Drums, Snare, Rack/Floor Toms, Congas and Cymbals (PGADRUMKIT7) | Kit for Performing and Recording Drummers, Includes Mics, Mounts and Cables with options for Kick Drums, Snare
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Shure PG ALTA 7-Piece Drum Microphone Kit for Performing and Recording Drummers

Bottom line: The Shure PG ALTA 7-Piece Drum Microphone Kit: 7-piece kit mics a full set: kick, snare, 3 toms, 2 overhead condensers; main trade-off: only one A25D break-resistant clip included for multiple drum mics.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 7-piece kit mics a full set: kick, snare, 3 toms, 2 overhead condensers
  • ✓ Includes PGA52 kick, 3x PGA56, PGA57 and 2x PGA81 cardioid condensers
  • ✓ Bundles 7 XLR-XLR cables, 3 drum mounts and a hard carrying case
  • ✓ Cardioid pickup rejects off-axis bleed for tighter live and studio miking

Cons

  • ✗ Only one A25D break-resistant clip included for multiple drum mics
  • ✗ PGA81 condensers require 48V phantom power from your mixer or interface
  • ✗ Two PGA81 overheads may be few for large kits or wide cymbal spreads
  • ✗ Wired XLR only; no USB or wireless capture option

Manufacturer description

The PGADRUMKIT7 Drum Microphone Kit is a complete package of professional quality microphones, designed to provide excellent sound for full drum kit performance and recording. Included in the PGADRUMKIT7 are one PGA52 kick drum microphone, three PGA56 drum microphones, one PGA57 instrument microphone and two PGA81 instrument microphones, along with three drum mounts, seven XLR-XLR cables, and a carrying case.

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Key Features

  • 1x PGA52 Cardioid Dynamic Kick Drum Microphone
  • 3x PGA56 Cardioid Dynamic Snare/Tom Microphones
  • 1x PGA57 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
  • 2x PGA81 Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphones
  • 1x A25D Break-resistant Microphone Clip

Full Specifications

BrandShure
ColorBlack
Model NamePGADRUMKIT7
Unit Count1 Count
Model NumberPGADRUMKIT7
Power SourcePHANTOM POWER: All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Please refer to the User Manual for more details on power requirements.
Audible Noise78 db
Polar PatternUnidirectional
Built-In MediaWith Case
Connector TypeXLR
Item Type NameInstrument Condenser Microphone
Item Dimensions4.5 x 22.8 x 13 inches
Mfr Part NumberPGADRUMKIT7
Number of Items1
Special FeatureClip
Antenna LocationKaraoke, Singing
Audio Sensitivity25 db
Compatible DevicesPersonal Computer
Enclosure MaterialStainless Steel
Frequency Response15 KHz
Full listing titleShure PG ALTA 7-Piece Drum Microphone Kit for Performing and Recording Drummers - Includes Mics, Mounts and Cables with options for Kick Drums, Snare, Rack/Floor Toms, Congas and Cymbals (PGADRUMKIT7) | Kit for Performing and Recording Drummers, Includes Mics, Mounts and Cables with options for Kick Drums, Snare

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Shure PG ALTA 7-Piece Drum Microphone Kit for Performing and Recording Drummers - Includes Mics, Mounts and Cables with options for Kick Drums, Snare, Rack/Floor Toms, Congas and Cymbals (PGADRUMKIT7) | Kit for Performing and Recording Drummers, Includes Mics, Mounts and Cables with options for Kick Drums, Snare
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