Bass Kick Drum Microphone and Stand

The Beta 52A is an absolute industry standard for capturing the low-end punch of a bass drum. It features a tailored frequency response designed specifically to handle massive low-frequency energy while providing a crisp presence peak that captures the “click” of the kick beater.

Core Specifications & Features

• Microphone Type: Dynamic (moving coil)

• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid (provides high isolation from other kit pieces like the snare or cymbals, rejecting off-axis bleed)

• Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 10,000 Hz, EQ-curved specifically for kick drums to minimize mid-range muddiness.

• Built-in Stand Adapter: Features an integrated, locking thread adapter with an XLR jack directly attached, which vastly simplifies positioning and keeps the cable route clean.

Choosing the Right Stand

Because the Beta 52A is relatively heavy (about 1.3 lbs / 605g), a standard vocal stand will sag or tip over. Pair it with a heavy-base, low-profile short boom stand.

• Weighted Solid Base: Prevents tipping when reaching inside the bass drum port hole.

• Short Telescoping Boom: Gives you the precise angle adjustments needed to place the element exactly where you want it relative to the drum head.

Placement Quick Guide

• Just Inside the Port Hole: Balanced mix of the shell’s deep low-end resonance and the beater’s attack.

• Deep Inside (2–3 inches from the batter head): Max attack and crisp beater click; ideal for fast metal or rock.

• Outside the Front Head: Maximum deep sub-bass resonance, but significantly less attack.