Description
HIRE – Shure PGA56 Dynamic Drum Microphone (Melbourne)
Affordable, easy drum miking for snares and toms. The Shure PGA56 is a compact dynamic drum microphone with an integrated swivel mount — ideal for close‑miking snare and rack/floor toms in live sound, rehearsal rooms and basic recording.
Key Features
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Dynamic cardioid drum mic voiced for snare and toms
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Cardioid pickup pattern for focused capture and reduced bleed
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Tailored frequency response for punchy attack and solid body
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Integrated swivel/clip mount for quick, repeatable positioning
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Rugged Shure build designed for everyday live use
Perfect For
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Snare drum (top)
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Rack and floor toms
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Percussion (congas, bongos, timbales)
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Live sound, rehearsal rooms & project studios
What’s Included (per mic)
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Shure PGA56 dynamic drum microphone
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Integrated swivel rim/stand mount
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Zippered pouch or protective case
Popular Add‑Ons
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Drum mic kits: Kick (PGA52/Beta 52A), tom mics (PGA56/Beta 98), overheads, snare & hi‑hat mics
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Mic stands & clamps: Short booms, extra clips and hardware
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Backline: Drum kits, percussion, bass amps and DI boxes
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Full PA packages: Mixers, speakers, monitors and an engineer if required
Tech Specs (Essentials)
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Type: Dynamic, cardioid drum microphone
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Applications: Snare, toms, percussion and general close‑miking
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Mounting: Integrated swivel mount for rim/stand placement
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Connection: Standard 3‑pin XLR
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Use With: Any professional mixer, stagebox or audio interface with mic preamps
Need exact frequency curve, sensitivity and max SPL? We’ll provide the full Shure PGA56 datasheet on request.
Delivery & Setup
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Melbourne metro same‑day delivery available (subject to schedule)
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Bump‑in/bump‑out and drum sound‑check on request
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Can be supplied as part of a complete drum, band or backline package
Requirements
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Mixer, audio interface or stagebox with XLR mic input
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XLR cabling (supplied) and suitable mounting/placement
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PA or recording system to connect to
Why Hire from Concert AV
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Well‑maintained microphones tested and cleaned before every job
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Experienced audio techs who know drum miking & gain structure
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Flexible logistics: delivery, setup, live support
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Trusted by venues, schools, agencies & production companies across Melbourne
Ready to book the Shure PGA56? Tell us your date, venue/suburb, number of mics required and whether you need stands, drum mics, backline or full PA.