Rim Mount, a compact disc microphone mounting system that can be used on the disc of almost any drum, has been released by Lauten Audio.
Rim Mount, a compact disc microphone mounting system that can be used on the disc of almost any drum, was recently unveiled by Lauten Audio in New York, New York, in 2024. The gadget, which replaces bulky microphone stands, has a shock-absorbing design with a fully presenting finger that enables a user to quickly install and adjust the position of a variety of microphones. It also has a shock-absorbent design.
The Rim Mount was perfected for Lauten Audio’s Catch Mic and Tom Mic, but is extremely effective for mounting industry-standard microphone such as the SM57, MD421 and C414.
Rim Mount’s non-marring style shields drum shells, hoops, and heads from possible harm from metal-on-metal contact, avoiding the failing points, sagging, or buzzing issues that are frequently encountered with standard “magic arm”-style drum mic mounts. It uses a single lever to lock the camera into place and has the decoupling properties of a camera stand. The support should not be wrenched into area, according to Lauten Audio, and it is suggested that firm-finger strengthening.
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Rim Mount is compatible with most disc suspension systems, including DW’s Suspension Tom Mount, Pearl’s Optimount, Gretsch’s GTS Tom Suspension, and others. It can be used on drums that have metal or wood basket, though Lauten Audio advises prudence when mounting large speakers on any wood basket.
Rim Mount was field tested in productions and on journey by some of the most difficult drummers to maintain a reliable performance no matter what the application.
It is available now at an MSRP of$ 129 and is covered by a three-year limited warranty.