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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.
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 and consistent
off-axis rejection
•
Ultra-thin, 2.5 μm 24-karat gold-layered, low-mass
Mylar
®
diaphragm for superior transient response
• 15 dB attenuation switch for handling extremely
high SPLs
• Variable low-frequency filter provides greater
flexibility to counteract proximity effect or to reduce
mechanical rumble
• Integrated three-stage “pop” protection grille
reduces plosives and other breath noise
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces the pickup of
unwanted sounds
• Internal shock mount reduces handling and
stand noise
• Superior build construction withstands daily use on
the stage or in the studio
Performance Characteristics
• Extremely uniform polar response
• Extended frequency response
• Minimal self-noise
• Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
• Able to withstand high SPLs
• High output level
• No crossover distortion
• Superior common-mode rejection and suppression
of radio frequency interference (RFI)
Variations
The
KSM32/SL
has a champagne-colored finish and
comes with the following accessories:
• Locking aluminum carrying case
• ShureLock
®
elastic-suspension shock mount
• 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:
• ShureLock
®
swivel mount
• Padded, zippered carrying bag
Applications
• Brass and woodwind instruments
• Orchestras, choirs, and wind ensembles
• Overhead miking of drums and percussion
instruments
• Close-miking of acoustic instruments such as piano,
guitar, violins, drums, and percussion
• Low-frequency instruments such as double bass
and kick drum
• Electric guitar and bass amplifiers
• Vocals and speech
• 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.
