These are the 2nd generation of drum mics from Avantone and a great deal of R&D effort has culminated in these rugged, great sounding drum mics. They feel they represent the very finest drum microphone packages available, both for live clubs & concerts, as well as serious studio recording projects.

The Avantone CDMK drum mics are truly gorgeous looking and sounding microphones. Their proprietary design, character and performance are made to set a new standard in drum micing. A unique feature of all their dynamic drum mics in the Avantone CDMK series is a pair of machined insets on the barrel of each microphone body. These insets allow the O-rings of the SSM shockmount to 'lock' the mic into place, which prevents mic shifting and slippage.

Aesthetically, each mic features an elegant Cabernet Wine-Red finish, accented with polished nickel trim. Any studio or venue can proudly & confidently offer the CDMK drum mic kit for professional use. All components are designed and manufactured using the finest materials yielding a very solid feel, superb structural integrity and rugged reliability.

The MONDO kick drum mic is the heart of the Avantone CDMK drum mic lineup. It offers a very aggressive frequency contour that sounds huge right out of the box, so most engineers will find little need for EQ plus as in all their mics NO PLASTIC to break! The MONDO has a die-cast zinc body with a steel and brass grill assembly and features internal shockmounting on the capsule assembly to prevent the transmission of unwanted 'rumble' from physical vibrations.

The ADM snare drum mic is voiced to 'follow' the familiar sound of industry standard snare mics. However, they engineered a better low end and smoother,