Description
Heil Sound PR 48 Kick Drum Microphone is a cardioid dynamic kick drum microphone with a 1.5-inch element in a vulcanized double shock mount and internal passive filters voiced for kick drum. It lifts the low end and beater attack and rolls off above 8.5 kHz to reduce cymbal bleed, with 148 dB max SPL. It has a built-in swivel stand mount and an angled XLR connector, and also works on bass cabinets and floor toms.
Specifications
| SKU | HL00365005 |
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| Manufacturer Part Number | PR48 |
| Element Type | Dynamic, 1.5″ diaphragm |
| Frequency Response | 30 Hz – 8.5 kHz |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Rear Rejection (180° off axis) | -40 dB |
| Impedance | 250 ohms balanced |
| Output Level (@ 1 kHz) | -59 dB |
| Max SPL | 148 dB |
| Output Connection | 3-pin XLR, 45-degree angle |
| Mount | Built-in swivel mount, 5/8″-27 thread |
| Body | Flat black steel with red screens |
| Phantom Power | Not required |
Measurements
| Weight | 20.33 oz (576.3 g) |
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WARRANTY - Heil Sound 3-Year Limited Warranty
Common questions
Does the Heil Sound PR 48 need EQ on a kick drum?
The Heil Sound PR 48 has internal passive filters that boost the low end and beater attack, so Heil Sound designed it to sound right on kick drum without heavy EQ.
How do I mount the Heil Sound PR 48?
The Heil Sound PR 48 has a built-in metal swivel mount with 5/8″-27 threads that attaches directly to a mic stand.
What else can the Heil Sound PR 48 be used on?
Besides kick drum, the Heil Sound PR 48 is used on bass guitar cabinets and floor toms.
Does the Heil Sound PR 48 pick up cymbals?
The Heil Sound PR 48 rolls off sharply above 8.5 kHz and has -40 dB of rear rejection, which reduces cymbal and snare bleed.
Does the Heil Sound PR 48 need phantom power?
No. The Heil Sound PR 48 is a passive dynamic microphone with a 3-pin XLR output.
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