Specifications
the t.bone CD 56 beta
Instrument Microphone
- Dynamic
- For snare/ tom
- Polar pattern: supercardioid
- Frequency range: 50 Hz – 16 kHz
- Max. SPL: 150 dB
- Impedance: 300 Ω
- Fixed microphone holder with 3/8″ thread
- Weight: 165 g
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The CD 56 Beta likes it loud
With its metal body and grille, the sturdy mic can even take a hit from a drumstick without breaking. The mount connects to a standard microphone stand or rim clip. The CD 56 Beta features a standard XLR output and does not require phantom power. It connects to live and recording mixers, external preamps and audio interfaces without any issues.
No trouble with loud sources
Equipped with a moving-coil transducer, the t.bone CD 56 Beta can handle a sound pressure level of a whopping 150 dB! This means you can use it on literally anything. Snare, toms, brass and fully-cranked guitar amps are no problem at all for the microphone. With a noise level of only 13.7 dB(A) it is also quiet enough for delicate sources. Due to its super-cardioid polar pattern, the 56 has its highest rejection at an angle of 135 degrees. This makes it easy to position in close quarters, as nearby sources like the hi-hat or the floor in front of an amp are kept down.
The t.bone CD 56 Beta sounds open, but full
With a frequency response that extends to well above 10 kHz (up to 18 kHz), the CD 56 Beta sounds open instead of muffled – and does not cut out drum attacks. The woody, resonant mids of drums and honky frequencies of guitar amps are slightly attenuated. When used for close miking, the dynamic microphone naturally boosts the low frequencies for a full and rich sound. An equalizer is rarely needed, but if it is, the microphone signal takes it very well. You might think that a microphone with these capabilities will cost quite a lot. But rest assured: Even a full set for snare and toms is cheaper than you think.
