The V BEAT is the most compact drum microphone in its class, intended for use with snare or tom drums. Unlike the V7, which is optimized for vocals, the V BEAT features the same high-grade sonic performance as the V7 X instrument dynamic, but in a dedicated low-profile & drum-friendly form factor. Tuned for instrumental use, it can also be used on sources such as electric guitar speaker cabinets or brass instruments.

Its specialized capsule provides a highly detailed, extremely natural sound character on snares or toms of any size, with amazing off-axis rejection to minimize bleed from nearby drums and cymbals. Its ultra-compact design and parallel XLR connector & stand mount give it the smallest footprint in its class, and its rock-solid swivel mount allows its angle to be adjusted with great precision so it can be aimed at almost any part of the drum head to achieve whatever sound character is required.

The V BEAT utilizes an extremely low-profile mechanical design, with the XLR connector and stand mount integrated in parallel on the underside of the flexible swivel mount. This minimizes the V BEAT’s footprint, removes any cables from line-of-sight, and negates the need for any right-angle adapters or special cables.

It also means there’s no danger of cables interfering with the drummer’s performance, as they are kept out of the way of cymbals and drum sticks alike.

When used as intended with the V CLAMP, the V BEAT becomes even more compact and even more flexible.

Technical Specifications

Capsule
Dynamic
Voice Coil
Aluminum
Magnet
Neodymium
Directional Pattern
Supercardioid
Frequency range
30 Hz - 19 kHz
Impedance
300 Ohms
Sensitivity
2.0 mV/Pa (-54 dBV)
Connectivity
3-pin male XLR
Height
61 mm (2.4 in.) x Length
110 mm (4.3 in.)
Weight
347 g (12.2 oz)
In the Box
thread adapter
zipper pouch
spare black internal windscreen
sE logo sticker
user manual
knurled nut for 3rd part accessories