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
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Extremely uniform polar response
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Extended frequency response
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Minimal self-noise
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Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
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Able to withstand high SPLs
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High output level
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No crossover distortion
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Superior common-mode rejection and suppression
of radio frequency interference (RFI)
Applications
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Brass and woodwind instruments
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Orchestras, choirs, and wind ensembles
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Overhead miking of drums and percussion
instruments
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Close-miking of acoustic instruments such as piano,
guitar, violins, drums, and percussion
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Low-frequency instruments such as double bass
and kick drum
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Electric guitar and bass amplifiers
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Vocals and speech
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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.
Features
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Class A, transformerless preamplifier circuitry
eliminates cross-over distortion for improved
linearity across the full frequency range
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Embossed, high-compliance diaphragm provides
extended low frequency response and consistent
off-axis rejection
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Ultra-thin, 2.5 μm 24-karat gold-layered, low-mass
Mylar
diaphragm for superior transient response
®
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15 dB attenuation switch for handling extremely
high SPLs
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Variable low-frequency filter provides greater
flexibility to counteract proximity effect or to reduce
mechanical rumble
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Integrated three-stage "pop" protection grille
reduces plosives and other breath noise
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Cardioid polar pattern reduces the pickup of
unwanted sounds
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Internal shock mount reduces handling and
stand noise
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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:
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Locking aluminum carrying case
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ShureLock
elastic-suspension shock mount
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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:
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ShureLock
swivel mount
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Padded, zippered carrying bag
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