Detail 01
Dynamic element
Takes the volume right in front of a snare or speaker cone without distorting.
Product detailSKU #1273887989254
AudixF5 Instrument Microphone
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Compact dynamic mic for miking instruments — drums, cabs, percussion. For anyone building out a live or studio instrument mic kit.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Miking toms, snare, and percussion in a drum kit
- Close-miking guitar cabinets on stage or in a room
- Adding instrument mics to a kit without spending much per channel
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Lead vocals, where a handheld vocal mic fits better
- Capturing room ambience or quiet acoustic detail
- Anyone wanting a single mic that connects straight to a laptop
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Compact body
Fits into tight spots around a drum kit where a full-size mic will not physically clear.
Detail 03
XLR connection
Requires a mixer or interface channel per mic; no phantom power needed to operate.
Detail 04
$89 price
Low enough per channel that miking a full drum kit stays affordable across several inputs.
Detail 05
Black finish
Disappears against a drum kit or amp on stage and in photos.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Mounting hardware, clips, and cables are not guaranteed included — check before ordering
- 02Drum rim mounts are sold separately and are often the practical way to position it
- 03Each mic uses one preamp channel; budget inputs before buying several
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I use the Audix F5 on snare?
Yes. It is an instrument dynamic mic sized for close work around a kit, and snare is a common placement.
02Does it need phantom power?
No. Dynamic mics run off the preamp alone. Leaving phantom power on will not damage it.
03Can I use this for vocals?
You can, but it is designed for instruments. A handheld vocal dynamic will be easier to hold and better shaped for voice.
04How do I mount it on a drum?
Through a mic clip on a stand, or a rim-mount clamp. Confirm which mounting hardware ships with it before you rely on either.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Polar Pattern
- Hypercardioid
- Frequency Response
- 55Hz-15kHz
- Sensitivity
- 2.2mv/Pa@1k
4 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Type
- Dynamic
- Body Finish
- Black coat
- Finish
- Black coat
2 detailsConnections & power
- Power Requirements
- None
- Connector
- 3-pin gold-plated male XLR connector
5 detailsOther
- Impedence
- 580 ohms
- Housing
- Cast zinc alloy
- Off Axis Rejection
- > 20dB
- Maximum SPL
- ? 137dB
- Polarity
- Positive voltage on pin
