sE Electronics V BEAT Drum Microphone

The V BEAT is intended for use with snare or tom drums. Unlike the V7, which is optimised for vocals, the V BEAT features the same high-grade sonic performance as the V7 X instrument dynamic, but in a dedicated low-profile & drum-friendly form factor. Tuned for instrumental use, it can also be used on sources such as electric guitar speaker cabinets or brass instruments.

Compact, flexible, and minimalist design
The V BEAT utilises an extremely low-profile mechanical design, with the XLR connector and stand mount integrated in parallel on the underside of the flexible swivel mount. This minimises the V BEAT’s footprint, removes any cables from line-of-sight, and negates the need for any right-angle adapters or special cables. It also means there’s no danger of cables interfering with the drummer’s performance, as they are kept out of the way of cymbals and drum sticks alike.

When Used As Intended With The V CLAMP, The V BEAT Becomes Even More Compact And Even More Flexible. The V CLAMP adds another axis of vertical movement for even better fine-positioning ability, and keeps the V BEAT securely fastened to your drum rim while adding barely any bulk to the overall footprint.

The Heart Of The V Beat: The Dmc7 X Capsule
The custom DMC7 X capsule offers the same technologies and features as its sibling within the acclaimed V7, including the innovative, specialised aluminium voice coil. While the V7 is optimised for vocals, the capsule in the V BEAT has been custom-tuned for instrumental use. With aluminium being a much lighter material than the industry standard (copper), it delivers an open and transient-rich sound, with deep and clear lows for stellar performance. The midrange is also extremely balanced, supporting the natural resonance’s of percussive instruments.

The excellent off-axis rejection of this sophisticated capsule also helps isolate your drums from other sound sources on the stage - efficiently reducing stage bleed and spill from other drums, cymbals and more. The supercardioid pattern also allows you to easily tailor the bottom-end by adjusting the proximity effect – i.e. distance to the drum head.

Proven Neodymium magnets, tight production tolerances and high workmanship ensure excellent sensitivity, high-end sound quality and superb consistency.

All-Metal Housing & Spring Steel Grille With Gold XLR Connector
The V BEAT’s road-ready chassis is all metal, with no fragile plastic parts. The chassis' high quality, highly durable die-cast zinc alloy is designed to hold up under on-stage stress for years, the spring steel mesh grille is dent-proof and corrosion-free for perfect reliability, and the tightening knob for the swivel mount maintains a rock-solid hold on the V BEAT in any position.

Plus, the V BEAT’s gold-plated XLR connector ensures a loss-free and reliable signal connection for years to come.

Specifications

• Capsule: Dynamic
• Voice Coil: aluminium
• Magnet: Neodymium
• Directional Pattern: Supercardioid
• Frequency range: 30 Hz - 19 kHz
• Impedance: 300 Ohms
• Sensitivity: 2.0 mV/Pa (-54 dBV)
• Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR
• Height: 61 mm (2.4 in.) x Length: 110 mm (4.3 in.)
• Weight: 347 g (12.2 oz)