Austrian Audio DMK1 Drum Microphone Kit

Unlock the full potential of your drum kits with the Austrian Audio DMK1, an 8-mic bundle that combines three different large-diaphragm condensers (one OC-B6 and two OC18s), a CC8 hi-hat condenser mic, three OC7 tom condenser mics, and the OD5 dynamic snare mic, with four drum clips, three windscreens, seven mic clamps, and a waterproof touring case.

Experience the pure, uncolored kick tone of the world's first large-diaphragm condenser mic designed specifically for kick drums with the Austrian Audio OC-B6. Sporting a 1" true condenser capsule, which has been specially tuned for handling extremely high SPLs up to 170 dB, the OC-B6 delivers consistent results from any mic position, whether inside or outside the shell.

A fixed 25 Hz subsonic filter helps to eliminate unwanted rumble, allowing you to get a pure bass drum tone that does not need any pre-EQ processing. The 220° swivel head allows for perfect, effortless positioning. The mic is compact and robust and features an integrated mic thread—no mic clip required. Each OC-B6 is handcrafted in Vienna, Austria.

Integral to the performance of the OC-B6 is the CKR6-B capsule, which has been specially designed to withstand the high SPLs of a kick drum whilst delivering a pure, uncolored kick tone.

The new OC-B6 Bass Drum Microphone delivers excellent results from all standard kick drum mic positions. Unlike many other kick mics which use dynamic capsules that suffer from proximity effect, the OC-B6 is designed to perform consistently whether it’s placed outside the drum, right at the port, or inside the shell.

This flexibility allows engineers to adapt quickly to different styles, stages, and recording situations without switching microphones. With the OC-B6, you have one mic that covers every approach to kick-drum miking, making it a reliable and versatile solution for both live and studio environments.

Designed by a team of former AKG personnel, the Austrian Audio OC18 Studio Set is a large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone offering detailed audio capture for vocalists, voiceover artists, musicians, and producers in personal and commercial recording facilities. The handmade 1" ceramic capsule features a gold-plated polymer membrane and a cardioid polar pattern, which yields reliable on-axis directivity with enhanced off-axis rejection. Front-panel switches are provided for easy access to the pad and roll-off settings.

Set the pad to -10 or -20 dB to avoid distortion when miking loud sources such as drums or guitar cabinets. Activate the high-pass filter at 40, 80, or 160 Hz for attenuation of low-frequency problems including rumble and proximity effect. The OC18's housing is constructed of zinc-aluminum alloy for strength and durability. The OC18 Studio Set includes a vibration-reducing shockmount, a traditional mic clip, a windscreen for mitigating noise from breaths and blasts of air, and a protective carry case. Being 48 VDC phantom powered, the OC18 does not require batteries or an external power supply.