DPA Debuts FIRST-EVER KICK DRUM MICROPHONE
The 4055 mic offers a linear frequency response delivers a natural and
well-defined sound.
DPA presents the 4055 Kick Drum Microphone, a specialized kick drum mic for the
low-frequency,
high-SPL instrument. This new addition to the DPA product lineup is a durable mic solution that is
not pre-tailored to any specific sound, allowing sound engineers to shape the sound exactly as
desired. The 4055 Kick Drum Mic has been tested to perform in a variety of applications―like
pop,
rock, jazz, folk, and other genres. It is built to withstand the rigors of life on the road and
performs equally well in the studio.
The 4055 The mic offers a linear frequency response, both on- and off axis, which results in a very
tight, natural, well-defined sound. The low end is punchier and dials in the right setting for the
beater, while removing some of the mid-range is easier than ever before.
The shape of the DPA 4055 sets it apart from other kick drum mics. Its asymmetric design makes it
easy to position when slid into any size drum without risking a tear in the drum skin. It can also
be placed both inside or outside the kick drum, so finding the ideal placement is quick and
effortless. Additionally, the 4055 has a large housing and ample wind damping foam, positioned in
front of the capsule behind the grille, to deal with turbulence in front of the drum holes. This is
accomplished without compromising on sound pickup or quality.
"We are very excited for the creative possibilities and high-quality sound that this new kick drum
microphone provides in both live and recording applications," says Rene Morch, Product
Director, DPA
Microphones A/S. "While people turn to DPA for our miniature solutions, we know that they are also
used to using a large kick drum mic that can handle high SPLs and dampen the inherent wind created
by the movement of the drum skin. We took all this into account when designing the 4055 Kick Drum
mic and working with several engineers throughout the development, created a solution that is large,
yet unobtrusive, and delivers the best sound available on the market."
This new kick drum mic exhibits the same qualities as all DPA directional mics with a flat on-axis
and a very controlled, linear off-axis. The sound of the 4055 can be tailored and tweaked as
necessary depending on what genre is being played. Unlike other drum mics, you can hear the
differences in sound when the DPA 4055 mic is placed at various angles to the kick drum. Being a
condenser mic, it is fast and produces a tight and clean sound even at very high SPL (max SPL is 164
dB). The DPA 4055 is not limited to the kick drum. It works equally well on other instruments, such
as electric guitar cabinets, bass and horns. Its flat frequency response and ability to bring the
uncolored sound to the next level works well on many instrument types.