Samson 5KIT Percussion Microphone Kit Owner's Manual

This document is an introduction to the 5KIT percussion microphone kit from Samson Technologies Corp. The kit includes the QKICK bass drum microphone, QSNARE snare drum microphone, and three QTOM tom-tom microphones, designed specifically for miking drum kits. These microphones feature precise frequency response and powerful sound, perfect for recording bass drums, snare drums, and tom-toms. Additionally, the QSNARE and QTOM microphones are equipped with adjustable mounting clips that can be easily installed on any standard drum rim.


Samson 5KIT Percussion Microphone Kit Owner's Manual - cover page
Brand
Samson
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
12
File format
PDF
File size
1021 KB
Published
05 July, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
2AC9F8452DC3ACC249B2A1702656C508

About this manual

The Samson 5KIT is a five-piece percussion microphone kit designed specifically for drum kits. It includes one QKICK bass drum mic, one QSNARE snare drum mic, and three QTOM tom-tom mics. All microphones utilize neodymium dynamic elements with integral mounting clips to eliminate the need for external stands.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Features
  • Mounting the QSNARE and QTOM
  • Using the 5KIT
  • Microphone Placement and Tone Quality
  • Application Guide
  • Specifications
  • Wiring Guide

Specifications

Microphone TypeNeodymium, dynamic percussion microphones
Polar PatternTight super cardioid
Connector TypeGold plated XLR Connectors
Case ConstructionRugged Die-cast and ABS case construction

Frequently asked questions

Do the QSNARE and QTOM microphones require external stands?

No, they feature an integral multi-adjustable mounting clip that easily installs on any standard drum rim, eliminating the need for external mic stands.

What is the proximity effect and how does it affect sound?

The proximity effect is a change in frequency response based on the mic's position; pointing the mic directly at the sound source provides the best frequency response.

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