General Description
The
Shure®
KSM32
is
a premium, side-address,
condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern
engineered for highly critical studio recording and live
sound productions. With
an
extremely flat, extended
frequency response, the KSM32 provides transparent
reproduction of the original sound source. A 15 dB
attenuation switch allows the KSM32
to
handle the high
sound pressure levels (SPL) associated with drums,
percussion, and ensembles, while the 3 position low cut
filter helps counteract stage vibrations or
proximity effect.
Performance Characteristics
Extremely uniform polar response
Extended frequency response
Minimal self-noise
Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
• Able
to
withstand high SPLs
High output level
No crossover distortion
Superior common-mode rejection and suppression
of radio frequency interference (RFI)
Applications
Brass and woodwind instruments
Orchestras, choirs, and wind ensembles
Overhead miking of drums and percussion
instruments
Close-miking of acoustic instruments such as piano,
guitar, violins, drums, and percussion
Low-frequency instruments such
as
double bass
and kick drum
Electric guitar and bass amplifiers
Vocals and speech
Room ambience
Note: Sound quality
is
strongly affected by microphone
location and room acoustics.
To
achieve the best
overall sound for a particular application, it may
be
necessary to experiment with microphone placement
and room treatments.
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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
1-1m
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
Variations
The KSM32/SL has a champagne-colored finish and
comes with the following accessories:
Locking aluminum carrying case
ShureLock® elastic-suspension shock mount
Protective velveteen pouch
The KSM32/CG has a non-reflective, charcoal-gray
finish for situations where less microphone visibility
is
preferred, such as live sound and stage production.
It
comes with the following accessories:
ShureLock® swivel mount
Padded, zippered carrying bag
