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KSM44A
Featuring integral pop protection and shock-mounting plus a multipattern true condenser capsule and transparent Class-A circuitry with ultralow self-noise, the Shure KSM44A/SL large-diaphragm microphone is built to deliver excellent transient respons...
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Specifications
- Form Factor Large Diaphragm Mic / Stand/Boom Mount
- Orientation Side Address
- Primary Applications Live Sound, Studio Recording
- Windscreen Built-In
- Color Silver
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Shure KSM44A/SL Large-Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone
Featuring integral pop protection and shock-mounting plus a multipattern true condenser capsule and transparent Class-A circuitry with ultralow self-noise, the Shure KSM44A/SL large-diaphragm microphone is built to deliver excellent transient response, neutral tone, and the flexibility to handle most sound sources and mic configurations. Its flat frequency response and selectable settings—two low-cut filter options and a -15 dB pad—make the KSM44A/SL honest and versatile, so it can be used on anything from vocals and guitars to drums and piano.
The cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 polar patterns of the KSM44A/SL allow it work optimally as a close mic, room mic, or single mic for multiple instruments. The built-in pop protection utilizes three separate layers to minimize noise from vocal plosives, breaths, and even light wind. Internal shock-mounting helps to decouple the mic from sources of vibration that could otherwise transfer from the mic body to the capsule. Being a solid-state XLR condenser mic, the KSM44A/SL requires 48V phantom power. Since it comes with a ShureLock shockmount, ShureLock swivel adapter, velveteen pouch, and hard shell carrying case, it is equally ready for the studio and the stage.
Prethos Advanced Preamplifier Technology
Class-A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely wide frequency response, and no crossover distortion, minimizing harmonic and intermodulation distortions
Impressive Performance
4 dB of self-noise and max SPL of 131 dB for a total dynamic range of 127 dB (measured in cardioid mode with the pad off)
Three Polar Patterns
Multiple polar patterns including cardioid (picks up sounds directly in front of the mic and is least sensitive to those in back), omnidirectional (picks up sounds from all directions), and figure-8 (picks up equally from the front and back of the mic while rejecting sounds from the sides) for flexibility in a wide variety of recording applications
Excellent Transient Response
Dual, 1" externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 μm, 24kt gold-layered, low-mass diaphragms provide superior transient response
Subsonic Filter
Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz
-15 dB Pad
Switchable -15 dB pad for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL)
Low-Cut Filters
3-position switchable low-frequency filter helps reduce unwanted stand vibration noise or counteract proximity effect
3-Stage Pop Filter
Integrated 3-stage pop protection grille reduces plosives and other breath noise
Internal Shockmount
Internal shockmount reduces transmission of handling noise
Accessories
Includes ShureLock Cristal elastic shockmount, ShureLock Cristal swivel adapter, velveteen mic pouch, and hard shell carrying case
Specifications
General
Form Factor
Large Diaphragm Mic / Stand/Boom Mount
Orientation
Side Address
Primary Applications
Live Sound, Studio Recording
Windscreen
Built-In
Color
Silver
Basic
Capsule
Condenser
Indicators
None
Features
Dynamic Range
Cardioid: 130 dB (1 kHz, 2.5-Kilohms Load)
127 dB (1 kHz, 1-Kilohm Load)
Omnidirectional: 134 dB (1 kHz, 2.5-Kilohms Load)
131 dB (1 kHz, 1-Kilohm Load)
Figure-8: 131 dB (1 kHz, 2.5-Kilohms Load)
128 dB (1 kHz, 1-Kilohm Load)
Headphone Connector
None
Load Impedance
≥ 1000 Ohms
Polar Pattern
Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional
Functions
Circuitry
Solid-State
CMRR
50 dB
Equivalent Noise Level
Cardioid: 4 dB SPL A-Weighted (Typical)
Omnidirectional: 6 dB SPL A-Weighted (Typical)
Figure-8: 7.5 dB SPL A-Weighted (Typical)
Frequency range
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Gain Adjustment
None
High-Pass Filter
115 Hz, 6 dB/Octave
80 Hz, 18 dB/Octave
Impedance
50 Ohms
Maximum S.P.L
Cardioid: 134 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohms Load)
Cardioid: 131 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load)
Cardioid: 150 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohms Load, with Pad)
Cardioid: 147 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load, with Pad)
Omnidirectional: 140 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohms Load)
Omnidirectional: 137 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load)
Omnidirectional: 152 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohms Load, with Pad)
Omnidirectional: 149 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load, with Pad)
Figure-8: 139 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohms Load)
Figure-8: 136 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load)
Figure-8: 151 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohms Load, with Pad)
Figure-8: 148 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load, with Pad)
Mounting
Mic Clip/Stand Adapter, Shockmount (Included)
On-Board Controls
High-Pass Filter, Pad, Polar Pattern
Operating Current Consumption
5.8 mA
Operating Principle
Pressure Gradient
Operating Voltage
11 to 52 V (Phantom Power)
Pattern Selection
Switched (Adjustable on Mic)
Sensitivity
Cardioid: -31 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz (Open Circuit Voltage)
Omnidirectional: -37 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz (Open Circuit Voltage)
Figure-8: -36 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz (Open Circuit Voltage)
Signal to Noise Ratio
Cardioid: 90 dB A-Weighted
Omnidirectional: 88 dB A-Weighted
Figure-8: 86.5 dB A-Weighted
Sound Field
Mono
Outputs
Output Connectors (Analog)
1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
Output Level
9 dBV (Max)
Power
Bus Power
None
Wireless connection
Intended Sound Sources
Vocals, Instrument
Supplied Accessories
Included Case
Hard Case, Mic Sock
Included Filters
None
Pad
-15 dB
Tone Adjustment
None
Dimensions
Diaphragm
1" / 25.40 mm
Dimensions
ø: 2.2 x L: 7.37" / ø: 5.6 x L: 18.72 cm
Weight
1.08 lb / 0.49 kg
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Whether you’re a musician, audio engineer, podcaster, lecturer, broadcaster, IT manager, sound contractor, YouTuber, or simply a music lover, Shure has an innovative audio product to exceed your expectations. From microphones to headphones to conferencing gear, Shure makes products that help you define your sound. Shure takes equipment issues out of the audio equation, so you can concentrate on your message or performance with confidence.
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