These are the 2nd generation of drum mics from Avantone and a great deal of R&D effort has culminated in these rugged, great sounding drum mics. We feel they represent the very finest drum microphone packages available, both for live clubs & concerts, as well as serious studio recording projects.
The Avantone CDMK drum mics are truly gorgeous looking and sounding microphones. Their proprietary design, character and performance are made to set a new standard in drum mic'ing.
A unique feature of all our dynamic drum mics in the Avantone CDMK series is a pair of machined insets on the barrel of each microphone body. These insets allow the O-rings of the SSM shockmount to "lock" the mic into place, which prevents mic shifting and slippage.
The CDMK series of kits come in various sizes (CDMK-4, CDMK-5, CDMK-6, CDMK-7, CDMK-8), and all include a gorgeous, vintage-styled carrying case.
The custom vintage tweed case is hand-built for heavy-duty storage. The metal corners, locking latches, high-density foam tray, and plush lining make this case very roadworthy while offering a visually unique design. Aesthetically, the case features a tweed and faux-alligator trim exterior, with a Cabernet wine-red plush lining. The slotted foam tray not only protects and stores each component of the drum mic kit, but also lifts out of the case to provide storage for cables, sticks, etc.
The CDMK-6 includes the following:
1 Mondo Kick Drum Microphone
1 ADM Snare Drum Microphone
2 ATOM Tom Microphones
2 CK-1 Cardioid Condenser Mics (for overheads)
3 PK-1 Pro-Klamp Drum Rim Microphone Mounts
6 SSM Metal Shockmounts
Custom Heavy-Duty Locking Tweed Vintage Case
The CDMK-7 includes the following:
1 Mondo Kick Drum Microphone
1 ADM Snare Drum Microphone
3 ATOM Tom Microphones
2 CK-1 Cardioid Condenser Mics (for overheads)
4 PK-1 Pro-Klamp Drum Rim Microphone Mounts
7 SSM Metal Shockmounts
Custom Heavy-Duty Locking Tweed Vintage Case
The CDMK-8 includes the following:
1 Mondo Kick Drum Microphone
1 ADM Snare Drum Microphone
3 ATOM Tom Microphones
2 CK-1 Cardioid Condenser Mics (for overheads)
1 CK-1 Hyper-cardioid Condenser Mic (for hi-hat)
4 PK-1 Pro-Klamp Drum Rim Microphone Mounts
8 SSM Metal Shockmounts
Custom Heavy-Duty Locking Tweed Vintage Case
MONDO Kick Mic
ADM Snare Mic
CK-1 FET Mic