Shure KSM32 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
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 and consistent off-axis rejection
- Ultra-thin, 2.5 µm 24-karat gold-layered, low-mass Mylar® diaphragm for superior transient response
- 15 dB attenuation switch for handling extremely high SPLs
- Variable low-frequency filter provides greater flexibility to counteract proximity effect or to reduce mechanical rumble
- Integrated three-stage "pop" protection grille reduces plosives and other breath noise
- Cardioid polar pattern reduces the pickup of unwanted sounds
- Internal shock mount reduces handling and stand noise
- Superior build construction withstands daily use on the stage or in the studio
Description
The Shure® KSM32 is a side-address condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. Designed for studio use but rugged enough for live applications, the KSM32 has a permanently-biased 3/4-inch diaphragm, extremely low self-noise, and an extended frequency response specially tailored for vocal tracking and instrument recording.
Performance Characteristics
- Extended frequency response
- Very low self noise
- Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
- High output level
- High input SPL capability
- No crossover distortion
- Extremely uniform polar response
- Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency interference
Specifications
- Cartridge Type: Permanently-biased Condenser
- Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
- Directional Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Output Impedance: 150 ohms (actual)
- Attenuation Switch: 0 or -15 dB attentuation
- Low Frequency reponse switch: Flat; -6 db/octave below 115 Hz; -18 dB/octave below 80 Hz
- Phantom Power: 48 Vdc ±4 Vdc positive pins 2 and 3
- Current Drain: 4.65 mA typical at 48 Vdc
- Common Mode Rejection: > 50 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on output pin 2 relative to pin 3
- Dimensions: 55.9 mm (2.20 in.) maximum body diameter, 187 mm (7.37 in.) long
- Weight: 490 grams (17.3 oz.)
- Sensitivity (typical, at 1000hz;
1 Pa = 94 dB SPL):= -36 dBV/Pa (16 mV) - Self-noise (typical, equivalent SPL;
A-weighted, IEC 651): 13 dB - Maximum SPL at 1000hz | 2500 ohms load (attenuator on): 139 (154) dB
- Maximum SPL at 1000hz | 1500 ohms load (attenutator on): 133 (148) dB
- Output Clipping Level | 2500 ohms load: +9 dBV
- Output Clipping Level | 1000 ohms load: +3 dBV
- Dynamic Range | 2500 ohms load: 126 dB
- Dynamic Range | 1000 ohms load: 119 dB
- Signal to Noise ratio: 81 dB
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD),
2500 ohms load: <0.08% for a 120 dB equivalent SPL input.
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