Audix D2 Trio 3-Piece Drum Mic Kit

The Audix D2 Trio 3-Piece Drum Microphone Package provides drummers, sound engineers, and recording studios with three professional dynamic microphones specifically suited for capturing the punch, attack, and warmth of rack toms and other percussion instruments. This complete tom microphone package includes three Audix D2 microphones, three DVICE rim-mounted microphone holders, and three protective carrying pouches.

Each Audix D2 microphone features the company's proprietary VLM (Very Low Mass) diaphragm technology, designed to capture fast transients and deliver clear, detailed sound from drums and other high-output instruments. The microphone's tailored frequency response emphasizes punchy mid-bass while maintaining definition, helping toms cut through a live mix without excessive muddiness.

The D2's hypercardioid pickup pattern provides focused sound capture and excellent rejection of surrounding instruments, making it especially useful when multiple microphones are positioned around a drum kit.

With the included Audix DVICE flexible gooseneck mounts, each microphone can be attached directly to a drum rim, eliminating the need for separate floor stands and allowing convenient placement around cymbals and other drum hardware.

Designed, machined, assembled, and tested by Audix in the USA, the D2 Trio is an excellent choice for live sound reinforcement, recording studios, rehearsal facilities, and professional drum microphone setups.

Audix D2 Trio Key Features

Complete Three-Microphone Package: Includes three Audix D2 dynamic microphones for rack toms, floor toms, and percussion.
VLM Diaphragm Technology: Very Low Mass capsule design provides fast transient response and detailed sound reproduction.
Hypercardioid Polar Pattern: Focused pickup helps isolate individual drums and reduce unwanted bleed from nearby instruments.
Tailored Frequency Response: Delivers punchy mid-bass, clear attack, and controlled low-frequency reproduction.
68 Hz–18 kHz Frequency Response: Suitable for toms, congas, brass instruments, and other high-energy sound sources.
High SPL Handling: Handles sound pressure levels of at least 144 dB, making it suitable for close-miking loud drums.
Three DVICE Drum Mounts: Flexible rim-mounted gooseneck holders allow precise microphone positioning without separate stands.
Compact Microphone Design: Fits easily around tightly arranged drum kits and cymbal stands.
Durable Metal Construction: Precision-machined aluminum microphone body with a protective steel mesh grille.
Balanced XLR Output: Professional three-pin connection for mixers, microphone preamps, and audio interfaces.
No Phantom Power Required: Dynamic microphone design operates without external power.
Made in the USA: Designed, machined, assembled, and tested by Audix.
Five-Year Manufacturer Warranty: Covered by Audix's published warranty for VLM dynamic microphones.

Designed for Powerful, Detailed Tom Drum Sound

Rack toms and floor toms produce fast attacks and complex low-frequency energy that require microphones capable of handling high sound pressure levels without sacrificing clarity.

The Audix D2 is designed for these demanding applications, combining a tailored frequency response with VLM diaphragm technology to capture the impact and tonal character of each drum.

Its frequency response emphasizes punchy mid-bass and upper-frequency attack, helping toms remain defined in a dense live sound mix.

The D2 can also handle sound pressure levels of 144 dB or greater, making it well suited for close microphone placement on loud acoustic drum kits.

With three matched microphone models in one package, engineers can achieve a consistent tonal character across multiple toms.

Hypercardioid Pickup for Better Drum Isolation

The Audix D2 features a hypercardioid polar pattern designed to focus on the intended sound source while reducing pickup from surrounding instruments.

In a typical drum setup, tom microphones are positioned close to cymbals, snare drums, and other percussion instruments. Unwanted bleed can make it more difficult to control individual drum channels during mixing.

The D2's directional pickup helps isolate each tom, giving engineers greater control over equalization, dynamics, and overall drum balance.

For best results, microphone positioning should account for the hypercardioid pattern's rear pickup lobe as well as its side rejection characteristics.

Included DVICE Mounts for Flexible Drum Placement

The D2 Trio includes three Audix DVICE drum microphone mounts, providing a convenient alternative to traditional microphone stands.

Each DVICE features a flexible gooseneck and rim clamp that allows the microphone to be positioned close to the drumhead.

This mounting approach offers several advantages:

Reduces floor clutter around the drum kit.
Makes it easier to position microphones between cymbal stands and other hardware.
Allows individual tom microphones to be adjusted without moving separate stands.
Simplifies setup and teardown for live performances.
Provides a compact mounting solution for recording studios and rehearsal spaces.

The flexible design allows engineers to experiment with microphone angle and distance to achieve the desired balance of attack, resonance, and isolation.

Suitable for Live Sound and Studio Recording

The Audix D2 Trio is designed for both professional live sound reinforcement and studio recording.

In live applications, the microphones provide focused pickup and strong isolation, helping sound engineers maintain clarity in high-volume performance environments.

In recording studios, the D2's fast transient response and tailored frequency response make it useful for capturing tom attack and body while maintaining separation between drum channels.

Although the D2 Trio is primarily intended for tom microphones, the individual D2 microphones can also be used on congas, percussion, guitar cabinets, saxophones, and brass instruments.

Audix D2 Microphone Technical Specifications

The following specifications apply to each of the three D2 microphones included in the package.

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Audix
Package Model	D2TRIO
Microphone Model	D2
Microphones Included	3
Microphone Type	Dynamic instrument microphone
Polar Pattern	Hypercardioid
Capsule Technology	VLM Type B
Frequency Response	68 Hz–18 kHz
Output Impedance	280 ohms
Sensitivity	1.2 mV/Pa at 1 kHz
Maximum SPL	At least 144 dB
Off-Axis Rejection	Greater than 30 dB
Output Connector	3-pin male XLR
Power Requirements	None
Body Construction	Machined aluminum
Finish	Black hard coat
Microphone Length	3.9 in. (100 mm)
Microphone Weight	4.5 oz. (128 g) each
Manufacturer Warranty	5 years for VLM dynamic microphones

What's Included in the Audix D2 Trio Package?

Quantity	Included Item
3	Audix D2 Dynamic Instrument Microphones
3	Audix DVICE Flexible Drum Rim Mounts
3	Audix P1 Protective Microphone Pouches

The package provides the microphones and mounting accessories needed for a three-tom microphone setup. XLR microphone cables and additional microphones for kick drum, snare drum, or overhead use are not included.

Recommended Applications

Rack Toms: Capture punchy attack and controlled resonance from close-miked rack toms.
Floor Toms: Reproduce low-mid impact and articulation in live or recorded drum mixes.
Live Sound Reinforcement: Provide focused microphone pickup for acoustic drum kits.
Recording Studios: Capture detailed tom transients with consistent microphone characteristics.
Houses of Worship: Support drum microphone setups for worship bands and live music.
Percussion Instruments: Suitable for congas and other percussion sources.
Instrument Amplifiers: Individual D2 microphones can also be used on guitar and bass cabinets.
Brass and Saxophone: Versatile dynamic microphone performance for selected wind instruments.

Why Buy the Audix D2 Trio from Audio Supply?

Audio Supply offers professional Audix microphones and accessories for live sound, recording studios, and installed audio systems. We can help you select the right microphones, cables, and mounting accessories for your drum setup.

Need Additional Drum Microphones or Accessories?

The Audix D2 Trio provides three microphones for toms and percussion. For a complete drum microphone setup, you may also need dedicated microphones for kick drum, snare drum, and overhead cymbals.

Audio Supply can help you select compatible Audix drum microphones, XLR cables, and mounting accessories to complete your system.