Irmo, SC, United States
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The Shure KSM44A/SL Multi-Pattern Microphone is a large diaphragm condenser microphone which offers flexibility with the selectable multiple polar patterns. It features dual gold Mylar diaphragms for superior transient response, a subsonic filter, and preamplifier for transparency.
The Shure KSM44A/SL Multi-Pattern Microphone brings you multiple polar patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional) for maximum flexibility in a wide variety of recording applications. It is designed as a premium vocal microphone for studio recording but also works perfectly with acoustic and wind instruments, low frequency instruments -- such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum, overhead miking -- drums or percussion, ensembles - choral or orchestral. The refined and sophisticated design of the Shure KSM44A/SL features externally biased, dual 1-inch diaphragms, extensive internal pop filtering and Prethos® advanced preamplifier technology for a ground-breaking threshold minimum of self-noise. The Shure KSM44A/SL is the premier choice for the highest level of professional studio and stage performance.
Prethos™ Advanced Preamplifier TechnologyPrethos™ Advanced Preamplifier Technology consists of highly sophisticated, extremely transparent internal circuitry architectures that enable unprecedented seamless audio, maximizing audio quality for premium microphone performance. With Prethos the Shure KSM44A/SL achieves groundbreaking specifications: 4 dB of self-noise with the cardioid pickup pattern.
Not Only for the StudioThe Shure KSM44A/SL comes with all features that a premium and flexible studio mic needs: dual large diaphragms with switchable polar patterns for a nuanced, clear and full sound, extremely low self noise, high sensitivity, minimized proximity effect, 3-position low frequency filter. A spider shock mount and an aluminum carrying case come with Shure KSM44A/SL. With the rugged design and the 15 dB pad the microphone is also used on stage.
Premium ComponentsThe Shure KSM44A/SL is built with premium components such as the dual 1 inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 µm, 24 Karat gold-layered, low mass diaphragms. Internal and external connectors are gold plated.
Shure KSM44A/SL Multi-Pattern Microphone Applications
Studio Ensemble
Studio Vocals
Orchestra/Strings
Woodwinds
Brass/Saxophone
Acoustic Bass
Acoustic Guitar
Guitar Amp
Piano/Organ
Cymbals
Percussion
Podcast/Voiceover
Shure KSM44A/SL Multi-Pattern Microphone Features
Dual 1-inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 micron, 24-karat gold-layered, low mass, Mylar® diaphragms provide superior transient response
Multiple polar patterns: cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional–for maximum flexibility in a wide variety of applications
Prethos™ Advanced Preamplifer Technology: provides transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion, minimizes harmonic and intermodulation distortions
Groundbreaking self-noise specifications: 4 dB (cardioid), 6 dB (omnidirectional), 7.5 dB (bidirectional)
Full-range frequency response (20 Hz - 20 KHz) for an extremely accurate reproduction of voice and instruments
Highly consistent polar patterns
Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors
Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz
15 dB attenuation switch for handling high input SPL sound sources
3-position switchable low-frequency filter virtually eliminates unwanted background noise and controls proximity effect
Durable zinc die-cast housing and hardened low carbon steel grille to protect the cartridge from accidental drops or misuse
An integrated three-stage pop protection grille to guard against wind and breath noise
An internal shock mount to reduce unwanted handling and stand noise
Shure KSM44A/SL Multi-Pattern Microphone Specifications
Cartridge Type: Dual-Diaphragm, Externally-Biased Condenser
Polar Pattern: (Selectable) Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional
Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
Output Impedance: 50 Ohm
Sensitivity (Open Circuit Voltage, @ 1 kHz, Typical):
Cardioid: –31 dBV/Pa (29.8 mV)
Omnidirectional: –37 dBV/Pa (14.8 mV)
Bidirectional: –36 dBV/Pa (16.8 mV)
Maximum SPL 1 kHz at 1% THD:
Cardioid:
PAD OFF:
2500 Ohm Load: 134 dB
1000 Ohm Load: 131 dB
PAD ON:
2500 Ohm Load: 150 dB
1000 Ohm Load: 147 dB
Omnidirectional:
PAD OFF:
2500 Ohm Load: 140 dB
1000 Ohm Load: 137 dB
PAD ON:
2500 Ohm Load: 152 dB
1000 Ohm Load: 149 dB
Bidirectional:
PAD OFF:
2500 Ohm Load: 139 dB
1000 Ohm Load: 136 dB
PAD ON:
2500 Ohm Load: 151 dB
1000 Ohm Load: 148 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Cardioid: 90 dB
Omnidirectional: 88 dB
Bidirectional: 86.5 dB
Dynamic Range @ 1 kHz:
Cardioid:
2500 Ohm Load: 130 dB
1000 Ohm Load: 127 dB
Omnidirectional:
2500 Ohm Load: 134 dB
1000 Ohm Load: 131 dB
Bidirectional:
2500 Ohm Load: 131 dB
1000 Ohm Load: 128 dB
Clipping Level 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD:
2500 Ohm Load: 9 dBV
1000 Ohm Load: 6 dBV
Self Noise (Equivalent SPL, A-Weighted, Typical):
Cardioid: 4 dB SPL-A
Omnidirectional: 6 dB SPL-A
Bidirectional: 7.5 dB SPL-A
Common Mode Rejection (10 to 100,000 kHz): = 50 dB
Attenuator Switch: -15 dB
Low-Frequency Filter Switch: Flat, –6 dB/Octave below 115 Hz, or –18 dB/Octave below 80 Hz
Connector: Three-pin Professional Audio (XLR), Male, Balanced
Polarity: Positive Pressure on Diaphragm Produces Positive Voltage on Pin 2 with Respect to Pin 3
Power Requirements: 11–52 V DC Phantom Power (IEC-61938) 5.8 mA, Maximum
Net Weight: 492 g (17.4 oz.)
Shure KSM44A/SL Multi-Pattern Microphone Includes
1 x Shure KSM44A/SL Multi-Pattern Microphone
1 x Shure A44AM ShureLock® Stand Mount
1 x Shure A44ASM ShureLock® Elastic Shock Mount
1 x Shure RK383 Suspension Shock Mount Elastic Cord, Cristal
1 x Shure A44AVB Protective Velveteen Pouch
1 x Shure AK44C Zippered Carrying Case
2 Year Warranty
Price$999
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