The ultimate kick-drum mic, the Artist Elite AE2500 dual-element instrument
microphone features cardioid condenser and dynamic capsules combined in one
housing. The dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater; the
condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell. Two layers of resistive
mesh form multiple densities over the dynamic element’s side-entry ports,
exercising precise control over the time at which off-axis signals arrive at the
diaphragm. The condenser diaphragm is optimally tensioned and aged for long-term
consistency and stability.