Audix i5 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

The Audix i5 is a versatile dynamic microphone engineered to capture punchy, articulate instrument recordings with impressive clarity and presence. Built on a robust precision cast zinc alloy body with dent-resistant steel grill, it delivers reliable performance session after session. Its tight cardioid pickup pattern isolates your source effectively, reducing bleed in multitrack recording while maintaining focused midrange detail—essential for layering drums, amps, and brass in dense arrangements. The forgiving proximity effect lets you position close for intimate character or pull back for fuller tonality without losing definition.

Recording & Mix Integration

The 50 Hz – 16 kHz frequency response provides smooth, characterful reproduction across drums, guitar and bass amplifiers, and brass instruments, sitting naturally in most mixes. Rated to handle sound pressure levels in excess of 140 dB without distortion, this microphone captures hard-hit drums and cranked amps with exceptional headroom, giving you clean, undistorted tracks that integrate seamlessly into your final mix.

Durability & Studio Workflow

The durable black E-coat finish and gold-plated XLR connector ensure reliable signal transfer and longevity through intensive studio use. The gold-plated XLR connector resists corrosion and maintains clean signal path, while the included MC1 mic clip and P1 carrying pouch streamline mic placement and storage between takes.

Key Features

• Dynamic microphone for stage, studio, and broadcast applications
• Cardioid pickup pattern with Very Low Mass (VLM) diaphragm
• Frequency response: 50 Hz – 16 kHz
• Impedance: 280 ohms
• Sensitivity: 1.6 mV/Pa @1k
• Handles SPL in excess of 140 dB without distortion
• Precision cast zinc alloy body with dent-resistant steel grill
• Durable black E-coat finish
• Gold-plated XLR connector
• Includes MC1 mic clip and P1 carrying pouch
• Designed, assembled, and tested in the USA

The i5 is an essential tool for producers and engineers building professional recordings, offering the versatility to capture everything from kick drums to snare cracks to guitar cabs with consistent, articulate response across your studio sessions.