Shure KSM32/CG Gray Cardioid Studio Condenser Microphone - Unleash Your Sound!
Shock Mount not included
Embossed Single-Diaphragm Microphone
• Extended Frequency Response: Captures every nuance with crystal clarity.
• Ultra-Thin Diaphragm: Delivers excellent transient response for a natural sound.
• 15 dB Attenuation Switch: Handles high sound pressure levels with ease.
This embossed single-diaphragm, side-address, cardioid condenser microphone is perfect for critical studio recording and live sound productions. It offers an extended frequency response for an open, natural sounding reproduction of the original sound source.
Features
- Class A, transformerless preamplifier circuitry eliminates cross-over distortion for improved linearity across the full frequency range.
- Embossed, high-compliance diaphragm provides extended low-frequency response.
- Ultra-thin, gold-layered, low-mass, Mylar for excellent transient response
- 15 dB attenuation switch for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL)
- Switchable low-frequency filter provides greater flexibility to reduce background noise or to counteract proximity effect.
- Integrated three-stage pop protection grille reduces 'pop' and other breath noise
- Internal shock mount reduces transmission of handling noise
- Replacement cartridge: RK374
Performance Characteristics
- Extended frequency response
- Very low self-noise
- Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
- High output level
- High input SPL capability
- No cross-over distortion
- Extremely uniform polar response
- Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency interference
Applications
The Shure KSM32 is a versatile microphone suitable for various applications. Some typical uses include:
- Voice - solo, background, voice-over, broadcasting
• Ideal for capturing clear and natural voices in any vocal recording or live situation.
- Acoustic instruments - such as piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings
• Perfect for getting the rich and authentic sound of acoustic instruments.
- Wind instruments - brass and woodwind
• Ensures accurate reproduction of the unique tones of wind instruments. - Low frequency instruments - such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum
• Captures the deep and powerful low frequencies of these instruments.
- Overhead miking - drums or percussion
• Provides a great overhead sound for drums and percussion setups.
- Ensembles - choral or orchestral
• Ideal for recording harmonious group performances.
- Room ambiance pick-up - guitar amplifier or drums
• Helps capture the surrounding atmosphere for a more immersive sound.
Both the acoustic environment and microphone placement have significant effects on the sound obtained when miking a source. You may need to experiment with these variables to achieve the best overall sound for each application.
Specifications
- Receiver Type: Permanently-biased Condenser
- Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Phantom power required : 48 Vdc +/- 4 Vdc (IEC-268-15/DIN 45 596), positive pins 2 and 3
The Shure KSM32/CG Gray Cardioid Studio Condenser Microphone is a must-have for musicians, podcasters, and audio professionals. It's perfect for recording vocals, acoustic and electric instruments, and capturing room ambiance. Whether you're in a studio or on stage, this microphone will deliver exceptional sound quality. Technical Specifications: - Receiver Type: Permanently-biased Condenser - Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz - Polar Pattern: Cardioid - Phantom power required : 48 Vdc +/- 4 Vdc (IEC-268-15/DIN 45 596), positive pins 2 and 3
