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PG Alta Microphones
Congratulations on the purchase of a new Shure PG Alta series microphone.
The PG Alta series delivers professional quality audio at an affordable price,
with solutions for capturing nearly any source, including voice, acoustic in-
struments, drums, and amplified electric instruments. Suitable for live and
studio applications, PG Alta microphones are built to last, and meet the same
rigorous quality testing standards that make all Shure products trustworthy
and reliable.
Drum Kit Bundle Variations
4-Piece Kit
(PGADRUMKIT4)
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PGA52 kick drum microphone
•
PGA57 snare drum microphone
•
(2) PGA56 drum microphones
•
A50D mount
5-Piece Kit
(PGADRUMKIT5)
•
PGA52 kick drum microphone
•
PGA57 snare drum microphone
•
(3) PGA56 drum microphones
•
A50D mount
Setting up Drum Microphones
Before you begin, review these fundamental concepts to get the best possible
results:
Tuning: Before recording a drum kit, make sure the drums are tuned. A well-
tuned kit significantly improves the sound quality for recording and live sound
reinforcement. It also makes mixing and signal processing easier, faster, and
more effective.
Placement: Use the proximity effect to your advantage when increased bass
is desired. Small changes in microphone placement (distance and angle)
strongly impact the sound characteristics. If time permits, experiment with
various microphone positions to achieve the preferred sound.
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6-Piece Kit
(PGADRUMKIT6)
•
PGA52 kick drum microphone
•
PGA57 snare drum microphone
•
(2) PGA56 drum microphones
•
(2) PGA81 overhead condenser microphones
•
A50D mount
7-Piece Kit
(PGADRUMKIT7)
•
PGA52 kick drum microphone
•
PGA57 snare drum microphone
•
(3) PGA56 drum microphones
•
(2) PGA81 overhead condenser microphones
•
A50D mount
Note: Availability of specific bundles varies by region. Contact your local
Shure distributor for details.
PGA Drum Bundle
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- Page 1 PGA Drum Bundle PG Alta Drum Microphone Kit PG Alta Microphones Congratulations on the purchase of a new Shure PG Alta series microphone. 6-Piece Kit The PG Alta series delivers professional quality audio at an affordable price, with solutions for capturing nearly any source, including voice, acoustic in- (PGADRUMKIT6) struments, drums, and amplified electric instruments.
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Page 2: Proximity Effect
Place the microphone in front of the resonant kick drum head. • Additional information on recording drums and microphone techniques is available at shure.com Proximity Effect Directional microphones progressively boost bass frequencies as the micro- phone is placed in closer proximity to the source. This phenomenon, known as proximity effect, can be used to create a warmer, more powerful sound. - Page 3 PGA Drum Bundle PG Alta Drum Microphone Kit Shure Incorporated 90 120 ② ORTF Developed as a French broadcasting standard, ORTF technique replicates the spacing and angle of human ears. It provides a natural, wide sound. Placement: Angle the microphones at 110°, with the capsules 17 cm apart.
- Page 4 PGA Drum Bundle PG Alta Drum Microphone Kit Shure Incorporated Avoiding Pickup of Unwanted Sound Sources Place the microphone so that unwanted sound sources, such as monitors and loudspeakers, are directly behind it. To minimize feedback and ensure MONITOR optimum rejection of unwanted sound, always test microphone placement before a performance.
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Page 5: Phantom Power
PGA Drum Bundle PG Alta Drum Microphone Kit Shure Incorporated Phantom Power All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. This micro- XLR-to-XLR or XLR-to-TRS. In most cases, there is a switch or button to phone performs best with a 48 V DC supply (IEC-61938), but it can operate activate the phantom power. - Page 6 PGA Drum Bundle PG Alta Drum Microphone Kit Shure Incorporated 10 cm (4 in.) 60 cm (2 ft.) Typical Frequency Response 1000 Hz Typical Polar Pattern PGA56 Type Dynamic (moving coil) Frequency Response 50 to 15, 000 Hz Polar Pattern...
- Page 7 PGA Drum Bundle PG Alta Drum Microphone Kit Shure Incorporated -57 dBV/Pa¹ (1.45 mV) Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3 Weight 287 g (10.12oz.) Connector Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male...
- Page 8 PGA Drum Bundle PG Alta Drum Microphone Kit Shure Incorporated 1000 Hz Typical Polar Pattern PGA57 Type Dynamic (moving coil) Frequency Response 50 to 15, 000 Hz Polar Pattern Cardioid Output Impedance 150 Ω Sensitivity at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage -56.5 dBV/Pa¹...
- Page 9 PGA Drum Bundle PG Alta Drum Microphone Kit Shure Incorporated 0,6 m (2 ft.) from sound source Typical Frequency Response 1000 Hz Typical Polar Pattern PGA81 Type Electret Condenser Polar Pattern Cardioid Frequency Response 40 to 18,000 Hz Output Impedance at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage 600 Ω...
- Page 10 PGA Drum Bundle PG Alta Drum Microphone Kit Shure Incorporated Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3 Connector Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male Weight 186 g (0.4 lbs) Housing Cast Zinc Power Requirements 48 V DC phantom power (2.0 mA)
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