Lauten Audio Kick Mic LS-608

FIXED BEFORE MIXED

Kick Mic solves a fundamental problem of bass drum capture. Traditional microphones begin losing the integrity of their polar pattern as early as 2kHz, and become omnidirectional at 200Hz, where a bass drum’s core energy is generated. This creates several time-consuming issues at the mixing stage, including low-frequency buildup and phase issues caused by reflections inside the drum, leading to inconsistent, fluctuant, and muddy sound. 

A BETTER KICKCAPSULE

Lauten Audio’s new KC608 capsule places a 17mm diaphragm within a 40mm element in a rear-ventilated chamber, ensuringthe integrity ofKick Mic’s polar pattern is retaineddown to 50Hz.From a single interior position, this distinctapproachdeliverssuperior transient response, timbral balance, and lifelike performance dynamics. 

SOUND & PERFORMANCE

Because of its design architecture, Kick Micresponds instantlyto beater impact without overbearing attack or harshness. Air Coupling Modes are then used to actively managesound waves and air turbulence, forcing the microphone to "breathe" with a bass drum instead of being overloaded bylow-frequency buildup. This unlocksa high-impact, chest-poundingsonic experience with unmatched clarity and presence.

EFFORTLESS EQ

Eachbass drum has its owncharacter, and differing musical styles demand different things from it within a mix. Kick Mic is made to be molded. It preserves the authentic sound of a bass drum, from transient to timbre, making small or significant EQ and compression decisionsfaster and easier.

MORE KICK. LESS NOISE

Just like Snare Mic and Tom Mic, Kick Mic is a noise-rejecting condenser microphone designed to reduceand musically improve the sound of off-axisdrum and cymbal bleed from within a bass drum. Thisweakens the need for noise gates, phase correction, and bleed-based corrective EQ in even the most extreme scenarios. 

THRIVE LIVE

Builtfor the rigors of the road, Kick Mic delivers high-velocity sound thatshines on anystage. In addition to stands, it also works optimally with internal bass drum mounting systems, ensuring consistency, transient purity, and dynamic linearity at every venue, regardless of where the road takes you.

INTEGRATED FILTER SYSTEM

Maketonal adjustments without external processing using Kick Mic’s integrated filter system.The high-pass filter removeslow-end andincreasesmid-range punch and attack. In contrast,the low-pass filterreduceshighfrequencies and bleed, nearly eliminatingthe sound of a beater altogether at its maximum position. Get the perfect balance of punch and attack at the flip of a switch. 

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

Rather than keeping it simple, Kick Mic’s circuitrycombinesthrough-hole and surface-mount components, providinga powerful balance between transient responseand musically impactfulsound without sacrificing depth or detail. 

SMALL AND MIGHTY

Thanks to its compact design, Kick Mic is easily positioned inside the port of any bass drum. Itslocking swivel mount alsoprovidesmore than 180 degrees of angular adjustment, making positional tweaks fordialing in more beateror more bottom-endeasy. 

• Built for use insidebass drums

• New KC608 capsule provides instant attack, focused low-end, anda powerful mid-range, allphase aligned for accurate resultseven under extremeEQand compressionapplications. 

• Polar pattern retention down to 50Hz maintains each bass drum’s unique character while eliminatingthe low-frequency buildup and phaseinterference common in traditional microphones.

• Hybrid through-hole and surface-mount circuitry maximizes transient detail without sacrificing depth and musicality. 

• Noise-rejecting design minimizesunwanted drum and cymbal bleed, improving mix clarity

• Tour-ready design delivers consistent sound night after night

• Acousticallyengineered to manage internal air turbulence while preservingthenatural timbre and dynamics of a bass drum.

• Integrated filter system for quick tonal adjustments without external processing

• Compact size with 180° swivel mount for optimalpositioning in tight spaces

• Compatible with most internal bass drum mounting systems