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Black cylindrical dynamic microphone with XLR connector, 5.63 inches tall, 2.39 inch diameter

Electro-Voice

Electro-Voice ND68 Supercardioid Bass Drum Microphone

SKU CH-QW8Y-2CGTS

Supercardioid dynamic kick-drum microphone handling 144 dB SPL with humbucking coil and dent-resistant Memraflex grille

  • Powerful kick drum sound with minimal EQ needed
  • Supercardioid polar pattern provides excellent acoustic isolation
  • Handles extreme sound pressure levels up to 144 dB SPL
  • Humbucking coil guards against line hum interference
  • Memraflex grille resists denting for long-lasting durability

Electro-Voice ND68 Kick Drum Microphone

The Electro-Voice ND68 is a large-diaphragm dynamic microphone voiced specifically for kick drum and other bass instruments. Its supercardioid polar pattern provides excellent acoustic isolation on loud stages. The capsule handles SPL above 140 dB for clean capture of high-energy transients. A humbucking coil guards against electromagnetic interference from nearby equipment.

Suited for Drummers Needing Isolated Low End

Engineers who want a ready-to-mix kick sound without heavy EQ will benefit from the tailored frequency response. The rugged Memraflex grille survives repeated impacts inside the drum. Builders needing a condenser microphone for overheads or vocals should look elsewhere. Users requiring phantom power or wireless operation will not find those features here.

Supercardioid Pattern Rejects Off-Axis Bleed

The tight supercardioid pickup focuses on the beater while rejecting shell resonance and cymbal wash. Frequency response spans 20 Hz to 11 kHz for deep lows and defined attack. Output impedance is 150 ohms via a standard 3-pin XLR connector. Passive operation means no batteries or external power are required.

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Price $180.99
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Brand nameElectro-Voice

Questions about this item

How does the ND68 handle the heat and power demands of a full-day live show?

The ND68 is a passive dynamic microphone with no power requirement, so it generates no heat and draws no current during extended use.

What connector and cable type must I already own to plug this microphone into a mixer?

You need a standard 3-pin XLR cable to connect the ND68's XLR output to a mixer or audio interface.

Will the ND68's supercardioid pattern reject bleed from stage monitors I already use?

The supercardioid polar pattern provides excellent acoustic isolation, focusing on the kick drum while rejecting off-axis sound from nearby monitors.

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