Shure PGA98D Cardioid Condenser Drum Microphone

The Shure PGA98D-XLR is a cardioid condenser microphone built for drummers and percussionists who want to capture every nuance of their kit without fuss. Its capsule is voiced specifically for drums, so the attack of a snare or the low resonance of a tom comes through with clarity that helps the mix sit right from the start.

Positioning the microphone is straightforward. A flexible gooseneck lets you angle the capsule exactly where you need it, whether you are tucking it under a floor tom or pointing it at a conga head. The one-piece drum mount stays secure and keeps a low profile, leaving you room to play without hardware getting in the way, which is especially valuable on crowded stages or when you are working with multiple microphones around a kit.

Inside the housing, an integrated preamplifier powers the capsule and feeds signal straight to the included XLR cable. All you need is phantom power from a mixer or interface and you are ready to record or perform. The fifteen-foot cable gives you the distance to reach snake boxes or stage inputs without adding an adapter or extender.

The microphone’s cardioid pattern focuses on the drum you aim at and helps reduce bleed from nearby cymbals, guitar amps, or monitor wedges. That focus simplifies gain staging for live engineers and cuts down on editing time in the studio.

A finish in black metal gives the PGA98D-XLR a professional look that blends into both live rigs and video shoots. When the show is over, the included zippered pouch protects the microphone for travel or storage, making it a practical choice for touring drummers, rehearsal rooms, and project studios alike.

• Capsule voiced for drum and percussion clarity
• Gooseneck allows precise, repeatable placement
• One-piece drum mount installs quickly and stays secure
• Integrated preamplifier uses phantom power and feeds a direct XLR output
• Cardioid pattern focuses on the source and reduces unwanted stage noise
• Black metallic finish blends into live and studio environments
• Includes fifteen-foot XLR cable and zippered pouch for setup and transport