Why it's best: The DK25/L includes three SR25 microphones, two for overheads and one for kick drum. There is also a KickPad, and a windscreen in the package. The cardioid pattern on the SR25 mic gives even more uniform off-axis response and is less open to acoustic feedback. The DK25/L system is great for multi-miked drums in either live or studio applications. In such cases, using two SR25s for overheads works the best. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: The DK25/R Recording drum miking kit differs from the live package in that two TC25s omni mics are provided for overheads, and a SR25 cardioid mic is included for kick drum. It also includes a KickPad, and a windscreen. This system works best within an enclosed acoustic environment or a drum room/booth. The TC25 microphone is engineered to be used in this package, but can it also perform well on a wide variety of instruments and vocals. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: The Audix Studio Elite 8 microphone pack, has eight microphones for studio and live recording. The Audix D6 dynamic microphone is widely used for kick drums, bass cabs, and ultra-low frequency instruments. To capture the full range of the drum set with overheads, the Pack features two SCX25A large diaphragm condensers. For snare drum, guitar cabs, horns, and more, an Audix i-5 mic is included. For rack toms, guitar cabs, congas, horns, and hi-SPL instruments, there are two Audix D2 dynamic mics. An Audix D4 dynamic is included for low end instruments as well. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: Heil Sound’s HDK-7 has two PR 22s used by drummers for snare and high hat. It has two PR 28s for toms, a PR 48 for kick drum. All three models are brand new and have features, both sonically and physically, that make them ideal for miking drums. Also, two HH-1 tom mounts are included. The HH-1 was designed with input from Hunter Herman, jazz drummer, producer and studio owner. Two 2-PR 30Bs are also included, as well as a black hardshell carrying case. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
Why it's a best pick: The Audix DP7 Drum Microphones features Audix D series microphones that have a VLM capsule housed in a lightweight aluminum body. The Audix i-5 is designed to be a snare microphone, with its accuracy and ruggedness. The D-vice gooseneck allows for quick and easy set up. The D-2 works for rack toms, floor tom, and congas, and has a slight mid-bass boost. The D-4 works for floor tom, kick, and djembe. It has an extended low end for larger drums. There are two ADX-51 condensers mic that work great for overheads, cymbals, hi-hats, and goodie tables. See more reviews, photos, prices, and specs
