Whether your main focus is your Front of House Mix, Monitor mix, or your Live Stream Mix, what you mic your drum kit with, will make or break your listeners experience. FOH mixers don't have quite the same luxuries Broadcast has, they can't simply call up Slate Trigger 2 and a killer drum sample pack like Mix Worship Drums Volume 1 to bring drums to life when the sheen is missing (although what I'm about to say is equally import for Broadcast). They have to rely on a great player, a great drum kit, and the right mics, placed properly, to enrich the audience and even musicians experience. On this page, I have laid out my favorite drum mics, along with a video a created breaking down proper technique to get the most of what you have regardless of budget.
Kick
Shure Beta 52 Dynamic Microphone
One of the most common go to mics for kick drum, the Beta52 has a classic sound. This mic is typically found residing in the sound port of a kick drum's batter head, this dynamic microphone does a great job of capturing a well balanced kick sound with present attack and punchy low end.
Pro Tip: Start by scooping several dB of 200-300Hz to eliminate some tubbiness and boxiness common to the Beta 52.
Shure Beta 91A Half Cardioid Condenser PZM Microphone
Another great option for kick drum is the Beta 91A Pressure Zone Microphone. This mic works best resting on the pillow or dampener inside of the kick drum, with the cable run through the sound port on the batter head. This mic does an exceptional job of giving great attack and low end with minimal EQ, as well as excellent isolation when placed inside the kick.
Audix D6 Dynamic Microphone
The D6 provides a huge kick drum sound with enhanced low end while maintaining clarity and attack. It is just as effective on any other instrument requiring extended low frequency reproduction. Includes heavy duty mic clip and carrying pouch. Live stage, recording Kick drum, Floor Toms, Bass cabinets, Leslie bottom.