Overview
Shure KSM32/SL Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Champagne)
The Shure KSM32 offers an extended frequency response for an open, natural sounding reproduction of the original sound source. An embossed single-diaphragm, side-address, cardioid condenser microphone for highly critical studio recording and live sound productions.
- 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® diaphragm 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
Specifications / Documents
Microphone
- Primary Applications: Live Sound, Studio Recording
- Form Factor: Large Diaphragm Mic / Stand/Boom Mount
- Intended Sound Sources: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Acoustic Bass, Piano, Drums, Percussion, Overhead, Brass, Woodwinds, Room Ambiance
- Sound Field: Mono
- Operating Principle: Pressure Gradient
- Capsule: Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Orientation: Side Address
- Circuitry: Solid-State
- Pad: -15 dB
- High-Pass Filter
- 80 Hz, 18 dB/Octave
- 115 Hz, 6 dB/Octave
- Controls: High-Pass Filter, Pad
- Windscreen: Built-In
Performance
- Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Maximum SPL
- 154 dB SPL (2.5-Kilohms Load, with Pad)
- 139 dB SPL (2.5-Kilohms Load)
- 148 dB SPL (1-Kilohm Load, with Pad)
- 133 dB SPL (1-Kilohm Load)
- Impedance: 150 Ohms
- Sensitivity: -36 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz (Open Circuit Voltage)
- Output LevelL 9 dBV (Max)
- Dynamic Range
- 126 dB (1 kHz, 2.5-Kilohms Load)
- 119 dB (1 kHz, 1-Kilohm Load)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 81 dB A-Weighted
- Equivalent Noise Level: 13 dB A-Weighted
- THD: < 0.08%
- CMRR: 50 dB
Connectivity
- Output Connectors (Analog)1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
Power
- Operating Voltage:11 to 52 V (Phantom Power)
- Operating Current Consumption: 4.7 mA
Physical
- Color: Silver
- Mounting: Mic Clip/Stand Adapter (Included)
- Included Case: Zipper Pouch
- Dimensions: 2.2 x L: 7.37" / ø: 5.6 x L: 18.72 cm
- Weight: 17.3 oz / 490.46 g
