ADK S-51 Mk 5.2 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Details
The ADK S-51 Mk 5.2 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone (a new and improved, sonically identical version of the ADK A-51s) is a solid state cardioid 1-inch diaphragm condenser mic. The S-51 features a separate pad and roll-off switch, ring mount and jewel box.
Plus: Drums – Especially Floor Toms, Drum Overheads
Electric Guitar and Bass
All Percussion Instruments
Piano
In short, the "S" will do anything the A-51 does PLUS it is designed for HIGH SPL MULTI-Applications. Megadeth, Ambrosia – Even Westlake Audio– use the "S" Series for Floor Toms. Megadeth also used them on Floor Toms and Bass Cabinets! YET: A-51s were also used to track the Reed and Woodwind Section of the Seattle Symphony for a Disney Feature Film. Think of it this way: The Model S is SUPER-VERSATILE: A ‘Swiss-Army’ Mic!!!
ADK S-51 Mk 5.2 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Specifications