Shure DMK57-52 Drum Microphone Kit

This package is the ULTIMATE bargain when it comes to drum kit microphones. And here is why:Let's start with the SM57s themselves. They are currently running for about $100 each. SM57s have been THE music industry standard for, literally, decades. They are suitable for both studio work and live performances.This package includes three (3) of the Shure SM57s. There is $300 right there.The DMK57-52 also includes the Shure Beta 52A which has been specifically designed for bass/kick drum amplification and recording. The Beta 52A is currently priced at $190.So, we have $490 worth of microphones for $400. It's like getting one of the SM57s for free!This is all if you go with the microphone-only package. If you order the $409 deal with cables and a small boom mic ... MoreThis package is the ULTIMATE bargain when it comes to drum kit microphones. And here is why:Let's start with the SM57s themselves. They are currently running for about $100 each. SM57s have been THE music industry standard for, literally, decades. They are suitable for both studio work and live performances.This package includes three (3) of the Shure SM57s. There is $300 right there.The DMK57-52 also includes the Shure Beta 52A which has been specifically designed for bass/kick drum amplification and recording. The Beta 52A is currently priced at $190.So, we have $490 worth of microphones for $400. It's like getting one of the SM57s for free!This is all if you go with the microphone-only package. If you order the $409 deal with cables and a small boom mic stand it gets even BETTER!The package with cables includes four (4) XLR 3-pin cables which are about $13 - $15 each ($46 total) and an On-Stage MS7411B tripod boom stand for the kick drum mic. This is a $45 stand. So for $10 more, you get $96 worth of cables and a stand.Lastly, both packages (cables included and mics only) come with three (3) Shure A56D mounts for the SM57s. These drum mounts are $45 each for a grand total of $135 in mounts.I'm just afraid that American Musical Supply is going to figure out what a FANTASTIC deal the package is and stop selling them.If you are thinking about micing your drum kit, pull the trigger on this Shure DMK57-52 package and get the cables and stand option. I thought about it for weeks before deciding to buy and I am ecstatic that I did!

DMK57-52 Mic Set

I bought this mic set to use on my drumset. I'm running them through a Mackie profx 12v3 and they sound phenomenal. Even before I EQ'ed anything they sounded great. However, once I tweaked them a little they went right to pro level. One thing I was worried about were the tom mounts. The mounts attach firmly to the rim of the drum. I've been playing the set full on for about a month with the mounts and mics attached and they haven't loosened or shifted or anything. It doesn't appear that there will be any issue with the mounts in the future. I absolutely love these mics and I use them everyday. As for the 52 bass drum mic, it sounds the best! I mounted it on a low profile AxcessAble mic stand. The weight of the mic is substantial but this mic stand holds it with ... MoreI bought this mic set to use on my drumset. I'm running them through a Mackie profx 12v3 and they sound phenomenal. Even before I EQ'ed anything they sounded great. However, once I tweaked them a little they went right to pro level. One thing I was worried about were the tom mounts. The mounts attach firmly to the rim of the drum. I've been playing the set full on for about a month with the mounts and mics attached and they haven't loosened or shifted or anything. It doesn't appear that there will be any issue with the mounts in the future. I absolutely love these mics and I use them everyday. As for the 52 bass drum mic, it sounds the best! I mounted it on a low profile AxcessAble mic stand. The weight of the mic is substantial but this mic stand holds it with ease. A nice addition is the threaded washers that help angle the microphones precisely where I want them. All around everything is designed perfectly and the quality of the sound is outstanding.

Excellent for Drum mikes to a Presonus Mixer

Bought this kit which came with a small boom stand, 1 kick Shure Beta mike and 3 SM57's plus microphone holders, 1 reducer from 5/8 to 3/8, soft case, 4 cables and 3 shure drum clips in which you mount each of the SM57s to your drum rims (see photos). These are fully adjustable. In my case I had to purchase an additional SM57. I was able to easily mike 2 tom toms with 1 x SM57 which provided excellent clarity.

Factor in the free acc and no tax with payboo = best price

With the free accessories and no tax payboo card this is the best price for the mics. Plus the added knowledge that BHphoto is an official Shure dealer gives me piece of mind that these aren't counterfeits. Search counterfeit Shure mics online and you'll find you can't even trust Amazon with all the random sellers storing bad mics in the warehouse.

Great value on great microphones

Includes a case with all of the microphones, and clips to put on your drums and mic stands. The included mics are great for drums. Also the SM57 is awesome for guitar amps and other instruments too. You can't go wrong with this package.

Hardware

Overall:The hardware that comes with these are not very versatile for the mic placement and positioning. They also vibrate apart in the middle of recording/playing. If you buy these mics I’d recommend getting a separate hardware pack otherwise it’s useless. Kinda upsetting this is being sold to people. $400 is $400 and I would expect everything to work and function properly for that money. Mics sounds like classic SM’s, so no complaint there. To be 100% honest I would just spend the extra money and buy the Audix mic package. They sound great with little to no processing and the hardware is great.

Shure DMK5752 - solid performance and good value from a small drum mic kit

I have engineered both live and recorded sound for over thirty (30) years and have extensive experience with both of the microphone types provided in the DMK5752 kit. The Shure DMK5752 microphone kit contains the following: 1x Shure Beta 52A kick drum mic 3x Shure SM57 instrument mics 3x Shure A56D drum mic clips 1x Shure plastic lockable case with cutouts for the above The Beta 52A is a high-output cardioid mic that is designed for high-SPL applications; specifically kick drums. I love the sound of the Beta 52A and have used it to mic kick drums on over a hundred different drum kits. The sound is deep and punchy and not boomy. This mic is not prone to overload even with drummers that like to pound their kick drums into submission. The 52A works well on either head ... MoreI have engineered both live and recorded sound for over thirty (30) years and have extensive experience with both of the microphone types provided in the DMK5752 kit. The Shure DMK5752 microphone kit contains the following: 1x Shure Beta 52A kick drum mic 3x Shure SM57 instrument mics 3x Shure A56D drum mic clips 1x Shure plastic lockable case with cutouts for the above The Beta 52A is a high-output cardioid mic that is designed for high-SPL applications; specifically kick drums. I love the sound of the Beta 52A and have used it to mic kick drums on over a hundred different drum kits. The sound is deep and punchy and not boomy. This mic is not prone to overload even with drummers that like to pound their kick drums into submission. The 52A works well on either head but, obviously, you'll get more 'click' or 'pop' if you put the mic on the beater head. In my opinion the mic is comparable in performance to the Audix D6 but at a more reasonable price point. The 52A seems to work best when placed directly in front of the 'port' on the front head spaced 1-2 inches from the port. This position permits a full and accurate capture of the attack and 'punch' with enough beater 'pop' and head resonance to sound natural. I like the threaded mount point that is an integral part of the microphone so you CAN'T lose the mic clip! I also love that in a live sound reinforcement application I can set up a short stand, thread the mic onto it, connect the mic cable, roughly position the whole thing in front of the kick drum and know that I'm going to get decent sound for the whole performance even if things are less than optimal due to a quick set change. The SM57 is a classic general-purpose cardioid dynamic instrument mic that is great for snare (especially on top) and toms (especially rack). SM57s are incredibly durable and sound as good on a guitar cab as on the drums. You can even use them for vocals! Re-purposing these mics is easy and yields flexibility. I do it often. I would caution that they roll off at about 16 kHz, so I wouldn't necessarily use them as overheads or cymbal mics where the highest frequencies are very important. The A56D rim clips are modular, solid and strong; very useful for avoiding 'stand clutter' around the drum kit. The only shortcoming of this kit is that it isn't enough by itself when in the studio; it leaves you short of overheads, cymbal mics and (possibly) toms. In the studio I typically supplement this kit with the following: 1x Shure Beta 98 on snare bottom 2x Shure KSM44 overhead 2x Sennheiser MD421 on toms (if needed) 2x Rode NT5 on hi-hat and ride 2x sE Electronics VR-1 room mics (ambience) Yes, this is a fairly elaborate setup, but you CAN get very professional results in the studio with it. Of course the strategy in the studio is to capture it ALL and only use what you need; you aren't forced to use any particular track in your mix if it doesn't sound right. Live sound is different, however, and I dump some of the extra mics when I do reinforcement - especially if the venue is small or if rapid set changes are needed. Often I can still do quite well if I just focus on the kick, snare and toms which is exactly where this kit shines. I frequently leave my other drum mics at home and just take this kit. At a discounted street price of $369 and MAP of $399 this kit is a good value and should find its way into both your heart and your mic locker. Rock on!

Shure DMK5752 Drum mic package

Overall:I have a 7 piece Gretsch drumset that came with top and bottom heads. Since I prefer single head drums, I swapped out the bottom heads with mesh heads, giving me the open drum sound, yet retaining the hoops for structural integrity. I mounted the mic clamps to the bottom rim, facing up at the mesh head on the bottom. This works excellently, and the clamps are simple to mount and solid. For the kick drum I mounted the Beta 52 on a short boom and it fits the size of the Kickport perfectly. I have since bought three more mic clamps ( shure a56d ) for the rest of the drums. As for the mic quality, they are great. I have recorded my drums and they sound terrific. SM 57's- What can I say. The best part of this setup is that the mics are at the bottom of the ... MoreOverall:I have a 7 piece Gretsch drumset that came with top and bottom heads. Since I prefer single head drums, I swapped out the bottom heads with mesh heads, giving me the open drum sound, yet retaining the hoops for structural integrity. I mounted the mic clamps to the bottom rim, facing up at the mesh head on the bottom. This works excellently, and the clamps are simple to mount and solid. For the kick drum I mounted the Beta 52 on a short boom and it fits the size of the Kickport perfectly. I have since bought three more mic clamps ( shure a56d ) for the rest of the drums. As for the mic quality, they are great. I have recorded my drums and they sound terrific. SM 57's- What can I say. The best part of this setup is that the mics are at the bottom of the drums, and out of the way. Only the snare mic is top mounted.

Versatile Drum mic set-up

This is the first set of drum mics that I have purchaed. I based my decision on the fact that the Beta52 base drum mic seems to be mentioned in a positve way in many reviews and is considered a standard. Of cousre pros have their preferences but the 52 is always in the mix for discussion. Also I love SM57s for my dynamic miking needs. they are so versitile, I figured that since I need more of them and I get a better price buying the set, I can use them for other things when not miking the drums. If I want to upgrade to something better, I still have them in my Mic cab. They set up well, a lot easier and more secure than the mounts looked on line. I thought the mounts were great. The sound is good enough for me as a home recording musician. The only down side is that ... MoreThis is the first set of drum mics that I have purchaed. I based my decision on the fact that the Beta52 base drum mic seems to be mentioned in a positve way in many reviews and is considered a standard. Of cousre pros have their preferences but the 52 is always in the mix for discussion. Also I love SM57s for my dynamic miking needs. they are so versitile, I figured that since I need more of them and I get a better price buying the set, I can use them for other things when not miking the drums. If I want to upgrade to something better, I still have them in my Mic cab. They set up well, a lot easier and more secure than the mounts looked on line. I thought the mounts were great. The sound is good enough for me as a home recording musician. The only down side is that the SM57 is alittle big and might eventually get in the way. I considered the Seinheiser clip on mics, they were small and durable, but for overall versatility I went with this package. The only reason I give them a (4) is because the best set up would proboly be specific mics for each drum rather than all SM57's (However, I think most everyone agrees the 57 is best on snare)and the fact that they are a little big compared to some other quality drum mics out there.

Versatile mic systemttt

The beta 52 sounds great, right out of the box.Just about everyone knows what a Sm57 is. The 57's took a little adjustment, physical location, gain, etc....but sound pretty darn good. Versatile mics that I can use for anything.The clamps actually convert to cymbal stand mounts. They don't have to clamp to the drum rim. All metal construction, with no plastic. I like them so far.