They make something called the "non-drill adaptor" which allows you to run the mic cable through the bass drums' air vent. Easy to install and works really well for us non-porting guysI have one in one of my kicks and it works really well. I drilled a hole at the bottom of the solid reso head (black) the same size as the xlr jack, and just feed 3’ mic cable through that. I then connect a regular length mic cable to run to the snake.