Shure KSM44SL Studio Condenser Microphone Features
Dual 1-inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 micron, 24-karat gold-layered, low mass, Mylar diaphragms provide superior transient response Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response, no crossover distortion; minimizes harmonic and intermodulation distortions Full-range frequency response (20 Hz - 20 KHz) for an extremely accurate reproduction of voice and instruments Extremely low self noise (7 dBA) for critical studio vocal recording Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz 15 dB attenuation switch for handling high input SPL sound sources 3-position switchable low-frequency filter virtually eliminates unwanted background noise Durable zinc die-cast housing and hardened low carbon steel grille to protect cartridge from accidental drops Uniform polar response provides natural off-axis response for critical recording Integrated three-stage pop protection grille to guard against wind and breath noise Internal shock mount to reduce unwanted handling and stand noise 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 frequency interference The KSM44 also offers great flexibility in a variety of recording applications, working well on acoustic and amplified instruments, as its capacity for managing high SPLs accommodates loud sound sources such as drums and guitar amplifiers.
Shure KSM44 Common Applications
The KSM44/SL is designed as a premium vocal microphone for studio recording. Microphone use, however, is a matter of personal taste. Here is a non-exhaustive list of common applications: Vocals -- solo, background, voice-over 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 any sound source. Shure encourage users to experiment with these variables to achieve the best overall sound.