The Zoom ZDM-1 is a large-diaphragm dynamic microphone engineered specifically to deliver rich, warm, broadcast-grade vocal tones for podcasters, streamers, voiceover artists, and vocalists. Combining a high-SPL capsule, superior off-axis noise rejection, and a rugged all-metal enclosure, it captures smooth, highly intelligible vocal presence in any recording environment—even untreated rooms.
Focused Supercardioid Pickup Pattern
Room reverberations and unwanted ambient background noise are major obstacles to clear audio. The ZDM-1 utilizes a tight supercardioid polar pattern that isolates your voice while rejecting off-axis sounds coming from computer fans, mechanical keyboards, room reflections, or adjacent co-hosts. This hyper-focused capture ensures your vocal track stays clean, direct, and broadcast-ready with minimal post-production filtering.
Internal Shock Mechanism & Integrated Pop Protection
To protect your recordings against physical bumps, desk vibrations, and handling rumble, the ZDM-1 capsule is suspended by an integrated internal shockmount. Furthermore, its dual-wall steel mesh grille incorporates an internal pop filter layer to tame harsh explosive plosives (“P” and “B” sounds) without muffling high-end vocal clarity. For extra wind and breath protection outdoors or in close-miking scenarios, a custom-fit foam windscreen is also included in the box.
High SPL Handling & Robust Metal Construction
Built to handle everything from quiet, intimate whisper-track narration to loud, emotive broadcast commentary, the capsule handles high sound pressure levels up to 135 dB SPL without dynamic clipping or physical capsule distortion. Its heavy-duty metal chassis and zinc-diecast construction make it a durable workhorse designed for daily studio desk use, field interviews, and mobile recording rigs.
Universal XLR Compatibility
Equipped with a standard 3-pin XLR output jack, the ZDM-1 interfaces seamlessly with any audio recorder, USB audio interface, or live mixing console—making it a perfect companion for Zoom’s PodTrak series or field recorders. It comes complete with a pivotal stand mount and a threaded adapter to fit any standard microphone boom arm or desktop tripod stand.
Key Technical Specifications
- Microphone Type: Dynamic
- Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 18,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: -54 dBV/Pa (2.0 mV)
- Output Impedance: 200 ohms
- Min. Load Impedance: 200 ohms
- Max SPL: 135 dB SPL
- Output Terminal: Standard 3-Pin XLR Male
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