Shure DMK57-52 Drum Microphone Kit, includes 3 SM57 Microphones, one BETA 52A Microphone, three A56D Drum-mounting Systems, and a Carrying Case

Product Overview

The Shure DMK57-52 is a complete drum microphone kit built for capturing a full kit on stage or in the studio, pairing three SM57 dynamic microphones with a Beta 52A kick drum microphone. It is a dependable choice for live sound reinforcement in houses of worship, multi-purpose rooms, and broadcast environments where a road-ready drum mic package is needed. The included A56D universal drum mounts and carrying case make this drum microphone kit fast to deploy and simple to transport between rooms. Every component is a long-standing Shure professional model trusted in commercial audio.

Product Description

This four-piece drum microphone kit covers the core elements of a drum kit: the three cardioid SM57s handle snare and rack/floor toms, while the supercardioid Beta 52A is purpose-built for kick drum and other low-frequency sources. The SM57 is a contoured-response dynamic microphone that handles high SPL and cuts through a dense mix, and the Beta 52A delivers tailored low-end punch with its own pneumatic shock mount and integral locking stand mount for quick setup. The three A56D drum mounts clamp to drum rims, mic stands, or cymbal stands so an engineer can position each microphone precisely, and their captive parts prevent loss of small hardware during load-in and teardown. As shown in the product image, the kit ships in a fitted carrying case that keeps the microphones and mounts organized for transport between a house of worship platform, broadcast studio, or auditorium stage. For commercial audio integrators specifying band and worship audio systems, this is a cost-effective drum microphone kit that consolidates proven Shure capsules into a single package. For individual capture needs, compare a standalone Shure CVO-B/C overhead condenser microphone for ensemble overheads.

Key Features

• Three SM57 Dynamic Microphones — The contoured cardioid SM57s capture snare and toms with high SPL handling and clarity in a dense live mix.
• Beta 52A Kick Drum Microphone — The supercardioid Beta 52A delivers tailored low-frequency punch and presence for kick drum and other bass sources.
• Integral Beta 52A Mounting — The Beta 52A includes a built-in pneumatic shock mount and locking stand mount for fast, secure positioning at the kick.
• Three A56D Universal Drum Mounts — The A56D clamps to drum rims, mic stands, or cymbal stands and uses captive parts to prevent loss of small hardware.
• Fitted Carrying Case — The included case keeps all microphones and mounts organized for transport between rooms and venues.
• Proven Shure Capsules — Every microphone is a long-standing Shure professional model widely used in live and broadcast audio.

Typical Applications

• House of worship
• Broadcast studio
• Auditorium
• Multi-purpose room

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which drum elements does the DMK57-52 cover? The Beta 52A handles the kick drum, and the three SM57s cover snare and rack/floor toms. Overheads, hi-hat, and additional toms require separate microphones.

How do the microphones connect into an AV system? Each microphone uses a standard 3-pin male XLR output and connects to any balanced microphone input on a mixer, stage box, or audio DSP. Each input must supply standard low-impedance mic-level connection; these are dynamic mics and do not require phantom power.

Can the SM57s be reused outside of drum miking? Yes. The SM57 is widely used for vocals, guitar amplifiers, and lectern speech, so the kit's microphones remain useful across other commercial audio applications.

Do the A56D mounts fit standard drum hardware? The A56D is a universal drum mount that clamps to drum rims, mic stands, and cymbal stands, and its captive parts reduce the risk of losing small hardware during setup.

Is this kit suitable for permanent install versus touring? The fitted carrying case suits portable and touring use, while the standard XLR connections integrate equally well into a permanently installed worship or broadcast audio system.