Shure KSM32/SL  E-mail this product to a friend

This is a side-address, cardioid condenser microphone that tenders a wide range of frequency response to give an open and natural sounding reproduction. If you want nothing but perfection, then the KSM32 is the mic of choice.
For serious studio recording and live sound productions, many professionals rely on the Shure KSM32 microphone.
This microphone has a Class A transformer-less preamp circuitry that eliminates cross-over distortion to improve linearity all throughout the entire frequency range. And it has an embossed high-compliance, ultra-low mass 2.2 micron diaphragm for superior transient response.

It works wonders with vocals, acoustic instruments, wind instruments, and percussion instruments. The KSM32 gives them a vibrant, larger than life tone that easily matches any of its classics.

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® 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

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 frequencyinterference

The KSM32/SL has a champagne-colored finish and comes with the following accessories:

• Locking aluminum carrying case
• ShureLock^TM elastic-suspension shock mount
• ShureLock^TM swivel mount
• Protective velveteen pouch

• ShureLock^TM swivel mount
• Padded, zippered carrying bag

APPLICATIONS

Some typical applications for the KSM32 are listed below. Microphone use, however, is a matter of personal taste. The KSM32 may be used for a variety of applications other than those listed.

• Voice -- solo, background, voice-over, broadcasting
• Acoustic instruments -- such as piano, guitar, drums,percussion, strings
• Wind instruments -- brass and woodwind
• Low frequency instruments -- such as double bass,electric bass, kick drum
• Overhead miking -- drums or percussion
• Ensembles -- choral or orchestral
• Room ambiance pick-up -- guitar amplifier or drums

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