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<p>An embossed single-diaphragm, side-address, cardioid condenser microphone for highly critical studio recording and live sound productions. The Shure KSM32 offers an extended frequency response for an open, natural sounding reproduction of the original sound source.</p>


Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Charcoal or Champagne)                

KSM32 Spec Sheet

KSM Brochure

Broadcast Brochure (TV Studio), English

KSM32 User Guide

KSM32 Declarations of Conformity (EU)

<ul>
	<li>Class A, transformerless preamplifier circuitry eliminates cross-over distortion for improved linearity across the full frequency range.</li>
	<li>Embossed, high-compliance diaphragm provides extended low-frequency response.</li>
	<li>Ultra-thin, gold-layered, low-mass, Mylar® diaphragm for excellent transient response</li>
	<li>15 dB attenuation switch for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL)</li>
	<li>Switchable low-frequency filter provides greater flexibility to reduce background noise or to counteract proximity effect.</li>
	<li>Integrated three-stage pop protection grille reduces "pop" and other breath noise</li>
	<li>Internal shock mount reduces transmission of handling noise</li>
	<li>Replacement cartridge: RK374</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>Performance Characteristics</strong></em></p>

<ul>
	<li>Extended frequency response</li>
	<li>Very low self-noise</li>
	<li>Exceptional low-frequency reproduction</li>
	<li>High output level</li>
	<li>High input SPL capability</li>
	<li>No cross-over distortion</li>
	<li>Extremely uniform polar response</li>
	<li>Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency interference</li>
</ul>

<p><em><strong>Applications</strong></em></p>

<p>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.</p>

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

<p>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.</p>


Side-Address

Flat

Broadcast/ENG

Film & TV production

House of Worship

Radio

Theater

Touring/Rental

Performance

Recording

Embossed single-diaphragm, side-address microphone for highly critical studio and live sound productions.

Cardioid

Piano/Organ

Studio Recording

Brass & Woodwinds

Vocals

Hi-Hat

Cymbals/Overhead

Bass Amp

Home Recording

Percussion

Shure KSM Microphones - Product Overview

E-Guitar/Bass

Acoustic String Instruments

Cardioid condenser microphone delivers a smooth, neutral sound reproduction with full character and consists of a microphone, a padded, zippered carrying bag, and a swivel mount.

Acoustic Guitar

Banjo

Cello

Choir

Cymbals

Drum Set

Electric Bass / Amp

Electric Guitar / Amp

Kick Drum

Leslie Cabinet

Orchestra

Overhead

Piano

Pipe Organ

Room Pick-Up

Ukulele

Upright Bass

Violin / Viola

Woodwinds

KSM32

Condenser

Broadcast Studio

Club

Hotel & Convention

Live Performance

Place of worship

Stadium

Theater Stage

Home/Project Studio

Recording Studio

<p>Condenser Microphone, Cardioid, Charcoal, 3-pin XLR Connector</p>


KSM32/CG

<p>Condenser Microphone, Cardioid, Champagne, 3-pin XLR Connector</p>


KSM32/SL

<h2>What is the SM57 best suited to?</h2>

<p>It’s the most popular choice for a professional musician who wants to mic up their amplified or acoustic instrument such as a guitar amp or bass amp, saxophone, trumpet or drums. It is used on stages and in studios around the world. </p>

<h2>How does it sound?</h2>

<p>The contoured frequency response with its presence rise, helps the instrument cut better through the main mix. The extremely effective cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source and will simply record what you point at it while rejecting sound from the rear.</p>


Dynamic Instrument Microphone                   

SM57 CAD

The Shure Unidyne Microphone Story

SM57 User Guide

SM57 Spec Sheet

R57 R59 User Guide

SM57 Declarations of Conformity (EU)

<ul>
	<li>Contoured frequency response for clean, instrumental reproduction and rich vocal pickup</li>
	<li>Professional-quality reproduction for drum, percussion, and instrument amplifier miking</li>
	<li>Uniform cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while reducing background noise</li>
	<li>Pneumatic shock-mount system cuts down handling noise</li>
	<li>Extremely durable under the heaviest use</li>
	<li>Frequency response: 40 to 15,000 Hz</li>
</ul>


Made for the stage

Handles the pressure

Only the loud you want

Why It’s Better

Shure SM57 Instrument Microphone

End-Address/Small Diaphragm

Tailored

Cardioid dynamic instrument microphone offers clean reproduction of amplified and acoustic instruments.

Snare Drum/Toms

How It Works

Cardioid dynamic instrument microphone offers clean reproduction of amplified and acoustic instruments. Features include contoured frequency response for rich vocal pickup, background noise reduction, and a pneumatic shock mount system.

Accordion

Brass

Cowbell

Harmonica

Snare Drum

Toms

SM57

Dynamic

Auditorium

Lecture Hall

Rehearsal Space

SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

<p>Dynamic Microphone, Cardioid, Black, 3-pin XLR Connector, No Cable included</p>


SM57-LCE

Popper Stopper (TM) Windscreen            

Windscreen attenuates unwanted breath noise and plosives and can be clamped to most stands.

PS-6

<p>PS-6 Popper Stopper (TM) Windscreen</p>


Microphone Windscreen              

Windscreen reduces unwanted breath and wind noise.

Windscreen reduces unwanted breath and wind noise while using the PG27, SM27, Beta 27, KSM27, KSM32, KSM42, and KSM44 microphones.

A32WS

<p>Reduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with Shure PG27, SM27, Beta 27, KSM27, KSM32, KSM42 and KSM44 microphones. Available in black.</p>


Stereo Microphone Adapter             

A27M User Guide

Stereo microphone adapter holds two microphones in selectable positions for stereo broadcasting, recording, or sound reinforcement.

A27M

Stereo microphone adapter designed to hold two microphones in selectable positions for stereo broadcasting, recording or sound reinforcement.

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Condenser Microphone, Cardioid, Black, 3-pin XLR Connector, Incl. Black Mount/Swivel Adapter (A32M) and Padded, Zippered Carrying Bag (A27ZB)


SM27-LC

<h2>What is the SM27 best suited to?</h2>

<p>It&rsquo;s ideal for both professional vocal and instrument use such as lead and ensemble vocals, acoustic guitar, strings, cymbals, woodwind and saxophone. The latest addition to the SM family is equally as comfortable on stage or in the studio.</p>

<h2>What are the characteristics of the SM27?</h2>

<p>The SM27 has a flat, neutral frequency response and very low self noise for a natural reproduction of the sound source. It includes a 3-position switchable low frequency filter which helps reduce unwanted background noise or counteract proximity effect and a -15db switchable attenuator for added versatility.</p>


Professional Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone                 

SM27 Declarations of Conformity (EU)

<ul>
	<li>Ultra-thin, 24 Karat gold-layered, low mass large Mylar&reg; diaphragm with a tight cardioid polar pattern</li>
	<li>Flat, neutral frequency response and very low self noise for natural reproduction</li>
	<li>Class-A transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion</li>
	<li>3-position switchable low-frequency filter helps reduce unwanted background noise or counteract proximity effect</li>
	<li>-15dB switchable attenuator for additional SPL versatility</li>
	<li>Internal shock mount reduces handling noise</li>
	<li>Three separate mesh layers reduces wind and breath noise</li>
	<li>Includes a stand adapter and a zippered pouch</li>
</ul>


Podcasting

Cardioid large diaphragm condenser microphone delivers exceptional stage and studio performance applications.

Shure SM Microphones

Cardioid large diaphragm condenser microphone delivers exceptional stage and studio performance applications. Features include a preamplifier for transparency, switchable low-frequency filter, and a -15dB switchable attenuator for SPL versatility.

Ambience

Speech

SM27

SM27

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