Overview
The SM27 is a rugged and versatile large-diaphragm, side-address cardioid condenser microphone. It has low self-noise and extended frequency response that picks up vocal and instrument nuances with clarity. With durable metal construction, integral pop protection consisting of three layers that reduce wind and breath noise, and integrated shock-mounting to reduce handling and stand noise, it is competent both in the studio and on stage.
The uniform cardioid polar pattern of the SM27 helps reduce the capture of stage bleed and background noise, allowing you to achieve more gain and stronger direct sound. The built-in pop protection utilizes three separate layers to minimize noise from vocal plosives, breaths, and even light wind. In addition to the internal shock-mounting, the mic comes with a rubber-isolated shockmount to further decouple the mic from sources of vibration. Being a solid-state XLR condenser mic, the SM27 requires 48V phantom power.
- Uniform cardioid pattern for superior off axis rejection
- Superior transient response from a low-mass large Mylar® diaphragm
- Flat, neutral frequency response for natural reproduction on stage or in the studio
- 3-position switchable low-frequency filter helps reduce unwanted background noise or counteract proximity effect for consistent, extended low-end
- Durable metal construction.
- Three separate mesh layers reduces wind and breath noise.
- 15dB pad for performance consistency across a wider range of high SPL sources
Specifications
Primary Applications | Live Sound, Studio Recording |
Form Factor | Large Diaphragm Mic / Stand/Boom Mount |
Intended Sound Sources | Vocals, Instrument |
Sound Field | Mono |
Operating Principle | Pressure Gradient |
Capsule | Condenser |
Diaphragm | 1" / 25.40 mm |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Orientation | Side Address |
Circuitry | Solid-State |
Pad | -15 dB |
High-Pass Filter | 115 Hz, 6 dB/Octave 80 Hz, 18 dB/Octave |
Tone Adjustment | None |
Gain Adjustment | None |
Indicators | None |
On-Board Controls | High-Pass Filter, Pad |
Windscreen | Built-In |
Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Maximum SPL | 158 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohms Load, with Pad) 138 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohms Load) 147 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load, with Pad) 133 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load) |
Off-Axis Rejection | 3 dB at 60° >15 dB at 120° 25 dB at 180° |
Impedance | 140 Ohms |
Load Impedance | 1000 Ohms |
Sensitivity | -37 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz (Open Circuit Voltage) |
Output Level | 7 dB (Max) |
Dynamic Range | 128 dB (1 kHz, 2.5-Kilohms Load) 123 dB (1 kHz, 1-Kilohm Load) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 84.5 dB A-Weighted |
Equivalent Noise Level | 9.5 dB A-Weighted (Typical) |
CMRR | 50 dB |
Output Connectors (Analog) | 1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic) |
Headphone Connector | None |
Operating Voltage | 48 V (Phantom Power) |
Operating Current Consumption | 5.4 mA |
Color | Black |
Mounting | Shockmount (Included) |
Included Case | Zipper Pouch |
Included Filters | None |
Construction Material | Metal |
Dimensions | ø: 2.08 x L: 6.15" / ø: 5.28 x L: 15.62 cm |
Weight | 1.3 lb / 0.6 kg |