The Shure A50D Drum Microphone Mount is a flexible, durable mounting accessory designed to attach a microphone directly to a drum rim without requiring a separate floor microphone stand. Ideal for close-miking drums during live performances, rehearsals, and recording sessions, the A50D provides a convenient way to position a microphone near the drumhead while keeping the setup compact.
Constructed from sturdy yet flexible rubber, the Shure A50D drum rim microphone mount provides a secure attachment to compatible drum rims and allows for quick installation and microphone positioning. Its integrated mounting design accommodates standard microphone clips using the included 5/8-inch to 3/8-inch thread adapter, making it a versatile accessory for professional and home drum recording setups.
Whether you're capturing the attack of a snare drum or positioning microphones around a tom setup, the Shure A50D helps reduce microphone stand clutter and provides convenient placement directly on the drum.
Secure Drum Rim Mounting Without a Microphone Stand
The Shure A50D attaches directly to the rim of a compatible drum using a flexible rubber mounting design.
The lower jaw fits beneath the drum rim, while the upper lip engages the top edge to hold the mount securely in place. This eliminates the need for a separate floor stand at each drum position.
Direct rim mounting is especially useful for multi-microphone drum setups, where multiple stands can crowd the space around a drum kit.
The A50D also makes it easier to maintain a compact microphone arrangement for live performances and studio recording sessions.
Flexible Rubber Construction for Stable Microphone Placement
The A50D is manufactured from flexible yet sturdy rubber, providing a combination of durability, stability, and easy installation.
Its flexible construction allows the mount to engage the drum rim while supporting a microphone and compatible microphone clip.
The compact design helps keep microphones positioned near the intended drum without adding bulky mounting hardware around the kit.
Adjustable Microphone Positioning
The Shure A50D includes a thumbscrew mounting mechanism that allows the microphone clip to be attached securely.
Once installed, the microphone can be moved up or down along the mount by slightly loosening the thumbscrew.
This adjustment helps the user position the microphone at an appropriate distance from the drumhead for the desired sound.
For best results, position the microphone outside the drummer's normal stick movement to reduce the risk of accidental contact.
Standard Microphone Clip Compatibility
The Shure A50D is designed to work with standard microphone clips using its included 5/8-inch to 3/8-inch thread adapter.
This makes it suitable for use with a range of drum and instrument microphones, provided the microphone and clip can be securely mounted and positioned.
Shure's A50D documentation specifically illustrates compatibility with the Shure PGA56 drum microphone, which features an integrated microphone clip.
The A50D can also be considered for other suitable drum microphones when used with an appropriately sized and compatible microphone clip.
Note: The microphone and microphone clip are not included with the A50D unless specifically stated in a separate product bundle.
Shure A50D Key Features
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Flexible rubber drum microphone mounting accessory
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Attaches a microphone clip directly to a compatible drum rim
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Eliminates the need for a separate floor microphone stand at the drum position
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Durable rubber construction for stable mounting
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Quick installation using upper-lip and lower-jaw rim engagement
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Includes a 5/8-inch to 3/8-inch thread adapter
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Supports standard compatible microphone clips
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Adjustable microphone height and distance from the drumhead
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Thumbscrew mechanism for securing and repositioning the microphone clip
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Compact design for multi-microphone drum setups
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Suitable for live performances, rehearsals, and recording sessions
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Useful for close-miking snare drums and toms
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Microphone and microphone clip sold separately
Shure A50D Technical Specifications
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Specification
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Details
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Manufacturer
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Shure
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Model
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A50D
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Product Type
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Drum Microphone Mount
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Mounting Location
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Compatible Drum Rim
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Construction
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Flexible Rubber
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Mounting Design
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Upper Lip and Lower Jaw
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Microphone Attachment
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Thumbscrew
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Thread Adapter
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5/8" to 3/8"
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Microphone Clip Compatibility
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Standard Compatible Microphone Clips
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Microphone Position Adjustment
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Sliding Height Adjustment
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Primary Applications
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Drum Miking, Live Sound, Studio Recording
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Included Accessory
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Thread Adapter
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Microphone Included
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No
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Microphone Clip Included
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No
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How to Install the Shure A50D Drum Mount
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Position the lower jaw of the A50D beneath the drum rim.
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Lift the mount until the groove in the upper lip engages the top of the rim.
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Confirm that the mount is securely seated on the drum rim.
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Install the included thread adapter into the compatible microphone clip.
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Attach the microphone clip to the mount using the thumbscrew.
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Insert the microphone and adjust its position relative to the drumhead.
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Tighten the thumbscrew without overtightening, and confirm that the microphone is clear of the drummer's stick movement.
Always verify that the mount, clip, and microphone are securely positioned before playing.
Compatible Microphones and Accessories
The Shure A50D is designed to support compatible drum and instrument microphones through a suitable microphone clip.
Typical Applications
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Snare drum close-miking
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Rack tom microphone mounting
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Live drum kit setups
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Studio drum recording
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Rehearsal rooms
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Home recording studios
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Compact percussion microphone installations
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Multi-microphone drum configurations
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Stage setups where floor microphone stands are inconvenient
Why Buy the Shure A50D from Audio Supply?
Audio Supply offers Shure microphones, microphone clips, drum mounting accessories, and professional audio equipment for live sound and recording applications.
Whether you're building a complete drum microphone setup or replacing an existing mounting accessory, Audio Supply can help you select suitable Shure instrument microphones and compatible microphone mounting hardware for your application.
