Details 

The Shure KSM32 is a side-address, cardioid condenser microphone for highly critical studio recording and live sound productions. It offers an extended frequency response for an open, natural sounding reproduction of the original sound source.

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 frequency interference

Specifications 

• Cartridge Type Permanently-biased Condenser
  
• Frequency Response 20 to 20,000 Hz (see Figure 4)
  
• Directional Polar Pattern Cardioid (see Figure 5)
  
• Output Impedance 150 Ù (actual)
  
• Attenuation Switch 0 or -15 dB attenuation
  
• Low Frequency response switch flat; -6 db/octave below 115 Hz; -18 dB/octave below 80 Hz
  
• Phantom Power 48 V
  
• Dimensions and Weight 55.9 mm (2.20 in.) maximum body diameter, 187 mm (7.37 in.) long (see Figure 6)
  
• 490 grams (17.3 oz.)
  
• Sensitivity (typical, at 1000 Hz; 1 Pa = 94 dB SPL) -36 dBV/Pa (16 mV)
  
• Self-noise (typical, equivalent SPL;
  
• A-weighted, IEC 651) 13 dB

 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.

What’s Included

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

• Locking aluminum carrying case
  
• ShureLockTM elastic-suspension shock mount
  
• ShureLockTM swivel mount
  
• Protective velveteen pouch

Other Information

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