Name: Audix MicroD Hypercardioid Instrument Microphone - Microphone
Brand: Audix

Audix MicroD Hypercardioid Instrument Microphone is a compact, professional-grade microphone designed for precise instrument capture and reliable stage performance.

Measuring just 30 mm in height and 12 mm in width with a 1.2 cm diameter, the MicroD is remarkably small and unobtrusive while weighing only 47 g, making it ideal for close-miking instruments without altering the instrument’s appearance or playing feel.

The microphone delivers a broad frequency response from 40 to 20,000 Hz and a high sensitivity specification (5.6 mV/Pa at 1 kHz) paired with a maximum input handling of 140 dB, which ensures clean, accurate reproduction of both delicate acoustic detail and powerful transients.

As a hypercardioid/subcardioid instrument microphone, the MicroD offers focused off-axis rejection and superior isolation from stage bleed. Its signal-to-noise ratio of 70 dB and 250 Ω input impedance contribute to a clear, low-noise signal path suited to live sound and studio use.

Built with a brass housing in a sleek black finish, the microphone connects using a wired mini XLR (3-pin) interface for secure, professional connectivity. The package includes essentials for immediate use: a 6' shielded cable, an optional flexible mini-gooseneck with springloaded rim mount clamp (DVICEMICRO), an APS910 48 V phantom power adapter, an external WS20 windscreen, and a P1 carrying pouch.

Typical use cases include close-miking acoustic guitars, percussion, brass instruments, and drum kits, especially in live and broadcast environments where isolation and clarity are crucial. The small form factor also makes it suitable for mounting on small sound sources and in confined instrument cavities.

Overall, the Audix MicroD stands out as a precision instrument microphone offering compact size, rugged brass construction, excellent off-axis rejection, and a complete accessory bundle that gets you performance-ready right out of the box.