Superlux Pro 218A

Dynamic bass drum microphone

Super cardioid
170 dB SPL max
Frequency range: 20 - 10,000 Hz
Optimised frequency response for bass drum recording
Incl. Bag and microphone clamp

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Available since June 2009
Item number 225254
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Condenser Microphone No
Polar Pattern Supercardioid

849 kr

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Anonymous 24.04.2016

I have had this mic for a while now, and have used it on a variety of instruments and voices in the process of testing it.

The build quality is impressive. The mic is nicely heavy, and the grille feels tight to the body. I don't imagine the mic would be easily damaged if cared for well.

I recently got the chance to test it against industry standards, the AKG D112 and the Sennheiser E602, on a nice kick drum in the studio. I recorded the three mics with the kick on its own and then again as part of a full kit performance to see how they compare in the mix.

First things first, the AKG and Senn both beat the 218A out in both tests, as can be imagined. Also note that I prefer the sound of the 602 to the D112 in general.

The Superlux is noticeably duller and boomier that the other mics, due to its mid scoop and bump in the bass. This means that dry, there was no question which I would use. However, with some clever EQ the dullness and boominess were corrected to within completely usable levels.

If you have the mentioned industry standards, don't be fooled, you will not get the same sound from this mic. However, if, as with me, budget is an important factor, you could consider this mic, knowing that it requires a bit of work to get the best from it.

I have not had a chance to test other budget kick mics in this price range, but I was impressed with the performance of this one, and consider it a worthy purchase for those on a budget.

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Very decent for the price

Andrew NeroH 13.07.2017

Has a nice bass frequency response.
I use it for bass drums and bass amps.

I also used it for making some foley effects for a short movie, which was nice for background effects and the mic doesn't pick up the high end, thus naturally sounding darker than condenser for example.

Speaking of which, it does sound quite dark I found, which is expected, but you'd need to play around with the EQ to get a good sound out of it. Then again, that's not necessarily a problem, I personally love EQing.

Anyway, a nice entry level mic.
If you're on a budget and you're into crafting your sound, you won't be limited by the capabilities of this mic.

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Great value at this price

Dowacam 11.07.2023

The performance is nothing special, but at this price range, it is excellent. Weighty mic, very solidly built. No quality concerns that I can see

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Great Little Mic (I use it for a bass amp)

Anthony7199 23.04.2025

I bought this while a little tight on a budget. I heard that it's common enough to use bass drum mics for mic-ing a bass amp and decided to give it a try. I hooked it up, put it dead centre in front of the amp and haven't looked back. It captures the sound great. It captures the low end really really well. I was shocked with how good it sounded actually.

I actually bought another one to actually use on a bass drum, like its intended use, and I'm sure it will do an excellent job on that as well.

The build is very sturdy. Comes with a nice little soft case. Well worth the money in my opinion.

I also really like the little map of the frequency response drawn on the mic itself. It's a nice touch

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