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The Shure KSM27 is a side-address condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. Designed for studio use, but rugged enough for live applications, the KSM27 has an externally biased, 1-inch diaphragm, extremely low self-noise, and an extended frequency response specially tailored for vocal tracking and instrument recording.
Features
- Cardioid polar pattern - the most commonly used pattern for both studio and live applications
- 1 inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 24 Karat gold-layered, low mass, Mylar? diaphragm provides superior transient response
- Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion, while minimizing harmonic and intermodulation distortions
- Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors
- Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz
- Switchable 15 dB pad for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
- 3-position switchable low-frequency filter helps reduce unwanted background noise or counteract proximity effect
- Integrated three-stage 'pop" protection grille reduces plosives and other breath noise
- Internal shock mount reduces handling and stand noise
Performance Characteristics
- Extended frequency response
- 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
- ShureLockTM Rubber Isolated Shock Mount
- Protective Velveteen Pouch
Applications
Some typical applications for the KSM27 are listed below. Microphone use, however, is a matter of personal taste. The KSM27 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
- Electric instruments such as guitar and bass
- 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 strongly affect the sound obtained from miking a source, especially with a high resolution microphone like the KSM27. You may need to experiment with microphone placement and room treatments to achieve the best overall sound for each application.
Suggested Applications
Studio Vocals
Ensemble Vocals
Live Recording
Acoustic Guitar
Acoustic Bass
Guitar/Bass Amps
Strings
Cymbals
Woodwinds
Saxophone
Dimensions and Weight 53.0 mm (2.08 in.) maximum body diameter, 156.2 mm (6.15 in.) long; 642 grams (22.6 oz.)
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| Acoustical operating principle | Pressure gradient transducer | | Directional pattern | Cardioid | | Frequency range | 20 Hz ... 20 kHz | | Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm | 20 mV/Pa | | Rated impedance | 50 ohms | | Rated load impedance | 1000 ohms | | Equivalent SPL CCIR 468-3 | 24 dB | | Equivalent SPL DIN/IEC 651 | 12 dB-A | | S/N ratio CCIR 468-3 | 70 dB | | S/N ratio DIN/IEC 651 | 82 dB | | Maximum SPL | 114 dB for THD | | Maximum output voltage | 8 dBu | | Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier DIN/IEC 651 | 102 dB for THD | | Supply voltage | Power supply N 149 A | | Matching connector | Microphone: DIN 8F, Power Supply: XLR 3F | | Weight | 460 g | | Diameter | 57 mm | | Length | 142 mm |
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| Large diaphragm cardioid microphone | | Pressure gradient transducer with with one-diaphragm capsule | | Transformerless circuitry | | Extremely low noise: 7 dB-A | | Includes swivel mount | | Straightforward handling for homerecording and professional studios | |
High-quality professional equipment for limited budgets
| Acoustical operating principle | Pressure gradient transducer | | Directional pattern | Cardioid | | Frequency range | 20 Hz ... 20 kHz | | Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm | 23 mV/Pa | | Rated impedance | 50 ohms | | Rated load impedance | 1 kohms | | Equivalent noise level, CCIR1) | 17.5 dB | | Equivalent noise level, A-weighted1) | 7 dB-A | | Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR1) (rel. 94 dB SPL) | 76.5 dB | | Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted1) (rel. 94 dB SPL) | 87 dB | | Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%2) | 138 dB | | Maximum output voltage | 13 dBu | | Dynamic range of the microphone amplifier (A-weighted) | 131 dB | | Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) | 48 V ± 4 V | | Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938) | 3 mA | | Matching connector | XLR3F | | Weight | approx. 450 g | | Diameter | 60 mm | | Length | 132 mm |
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| Acoustical operating principle | Pressure gradient transducer | | Directional pattern | Cardioid | | Frequency range | 20 Hz ... 20 kHz | | Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohms | 18 mV/Pa | | Rated impedance | 50 ohms | | Rated load impedance | 1000 ohms | | Equivalent SPL CCIR 468-3 | 21 dB | | Equivalent SPL DIN/IEC 651 | 10 dB-A | | S/N ratio CCIR 468-3 | 73 dB | | S/N ratio DIN/IEC 651 | 84 dB | | Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% | 140 dB | | Maximum output voltage | 13 dBu | | Dynamic range of the microphone amplifier DIN/IEC 651 | 130 dB | | Supply voltage | 48 V ± 4 V | | Current consumption | 3 mA | | Matching connectors | XLR 3F | | Weight | 480 g | | Diameter | 49 mm | | Length | 175 mm |
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KSM44A Multi-Pattern Dual Diaphragm Microphone
Premium microphone with three polar pattern options (cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional).
Features - Prethos® Advanced Preamplifier Technology: Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier provides transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion. Minimizes harmonic and intermodulation distortions.
- Groundbreaking specifications: 4dB of self-noise and max SPL of 131 dB for a total dynamic range of 127 dB – an increase of 7 dB that defines the new standard for cleanly nuanced audio capture
- Multiple polar patterns–cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional–for maximum flexibility in a wide variety of recording applications
- Dual 1 inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 μm, 24 Karat gold-layered, low mass diaphragms provide superior frequency response
- Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors
- Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz.
- Switchable 15 dB pad for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
- 3-position switchable low-frequency filter helps reduce unwanted stand vibration noise or counteract proximity effect
- Integrated three-stage "pop” protection grille reduces plosives and other breath noise
| Type | Condenser (externally biased) | | Frequency Response | 20 to 20,000 Hz | | Polar Pattern | Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional | | lmpedance | 50 ohms | | Phantom power required? | 11–52 V DC phantom power (IEC-61938) 5.8 mA, maximum |
| Live sound
| Podcasting
Home recording
Vocals
Musical instruments |
Perception 120 |
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- General-purpose cardioid recording microphone
- Extended frequency response
- Roadworthy construction
- Switchable 20 dB preattenuation pad
- Switchable bass cut filter
- Designed and engineered by AKG in Vienna, Austria
The Perception 120 is a 2/3-inch diaphragm true condenser microphone that offers solid build quality, outstanding performance, and excellent value. The low-mass diaphragm delivers a clear sound with accurate sonic detail. A switchable 20 dB preattenuation pad and bass cut filter make the Perception 120 an excellent choice for a wide range of recording and live sound applications.
Backed by AKG\'s six decades of experience in making microphones and input from sound engineers around the world, the Perception 120 now brings AKG studio quality to musicians and project studio applications.
| Type |
2/3\" Diaphragm True Condenser |
| Polar pattern |
cardioid |
| Frequency range |
20 to 20,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity |
22 mV/Pa (-33 dBV) |
| Max. SPL |
130/150 dB (0/-20 dB) for 0.5% THD |
| Equivalent noise level |
22 dB-A (IEC 60268-4) |
| Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) |
72 dB |
| Preattenuation pad |
0 dB, -20 dB |
| Bass filter |
12 dB/octave at 300 Hz |
| Impedance |
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| Recommended load impedance |
>= 1,000 ohms |
| Powering |
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| Power requirement |
48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC |
| Connector |
3-pin XLR |
| Finish |
metallic blue |
| Dimensions |
53 dia. x 165 mm (2.1 dia. x 6.5 in.) |
| Net weight |
525 g (18.5 oz.) |
| Shipping weight |
955 g (33.7 oz.) |
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