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FIGURE 1. KSM109
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Shure
®
KSM109 is an end-address condenser microphone with a cardioid
polar pattern. Designed for studio use, yet rugged enough for live applications,
the KSM109 delivers a clear reproduction of the origninal sound source. Its
extended frequency response makes it ideal for recording musical instruments.
FEATURES
• Cardioid polar pattern to reduce the pickup of unwanted sounds
• Ultra-thin, 2.5 µ m 24 karat gold-layered, low mass Mylar
®
diaphragm for
superior transient response
• Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely
fast transient response, no crossover distortion, and minimal harmonic and
intermodulation distortion
• Premium electronic components, including gold-plated internal and externall
connectors
• Two-position switchable pad (0 dB and 15 dB) for handling extremely high
sound pressure levels (SPLs)
0/-15 dB
Attenuation Switch