Stereo Piano Miking System Built for Accuracy and Real World Use
The Audix SCX25APS is a complete stereo condenser microphone system designed specifically for piano miking in studio recording, live sound, and broadcast environments. This package includes two SCX25A large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphones along with mounting hardware, cables, and a protective road case, giving engineers a ready-to-use solution for capturing detailed and natural piano sound. Its low-profile design allows precise placement even when a piano lid is closed or set to short stick.
Large Diaphragm Condenser Design with Consistent Tonal Response
Each SCX25A microphone uses a large-diaphragm condenser capsule engineered for consistent on-axis and off-axis response. This consistency ensures reliable stereo imaging and phase coherence, which are critical when miking complex acoustic instruments like piano. The wide cardioid polar pattern helps balance direct sound with room ambience while reducing unwanted bleed from nearby instruments.
Patented Capsule Suspension for Clean and Detailed Capture
At the core of the SCX25A design is Audix’s patented capsule suspension system. The capsule is shock-mounted within a precision-machined brass ring, fully isolated from the microphone body and electronics. This design minimizes vibration transfer, acoustic reflections, and diffraction, resulting in a clear, open sound with exceptional realism and transient detail.
Handles High Sound Pressure Levels Without Distortion
Pianos can produce wide dynamic ranges and high sound pressure levels, especially in live performance settings. The SCX25A microphones can handle SPLs exceeding 135 dB without distortion, ensuring clean capture even during aggressive playing. Minimal proximity effect further supports accurate tonal balance regardless of placement distance.
Low Profile Form Factor for Flexible Piano Placement
The distinctive lollipop-style, side-address design allows the microphones to be positioned easily along the piano rail or soundboard. This makes the system particularly effective when space is limited or when visual discretion is required for live or broadcast use. Accurate reproduction is maintained even in closed-lid or short-stick piano configurations.
DFLEX Mounting Clips and Noise Resistant Cabling Included
The SCX25APS includes two DFLEX all-purpose mounting clips that attach directly to the piano rail for secure positioning without stands. Two quad-conductor XLR microphone cables with braided shielding are also included, helping reduce noise induced from external interference. Everything packs neatly into the included aluminum road case for transport and protection.
Designed and Built for Professional Audio Applications
Designed, machined, assembled, and tested in the USA, the SCX25APS reflects Audix’s focus on precision engineering and professional reliability. While optimized for piano, the microphones are also well suited for other acoustic instruments, orchestral sections, percussion, and studio recording applications where accuracy and realism are required.