Explore the World-Class KSM Offerings from One of the Best Names in Microphones
If you've been playing music for any amount of time, it's likely that you've come across a Shure microphone. Known for its do-it-all studio and stage staples like the SM57 and SM58, Shure has cemented itself as a go-to microphone brand for recording engineers and musicians at all levels.
Below, we're going to take a look at the Shure KSM series of microphones. Designed with electro-acoustical technology and crafted from high-quality components yet still affordable, the KSM series is emblematic of what Shure does so well—marrying high-quality performance across use-cases without breaking the bank.
While each KSM mic has its own individualistic flair, all KSM microphones are designed to capture detailed sonic representations of any instruments—whether you're in the controlled environment of a studio, or on the more environmentally punishing setting of the stage. Whatever your circumstances, Shure's KSM series promises to deliver pristine performance while withstanding the toll of live sound.
The Shure KSM32 / SL is a workhorse condenser mic with a natural, extended sound and lightning-fast response, great for vocals and a range of instruments. Its extremely thin, medium-sized diaphragm with a fixed cardioid polar pattern captures transients with exacting detail, so that every nuance on percussion and strummed instrument tracks comes through with the greatest of ease. It's also a stellar vocal microphone, putting the listener right alongside the singer, with dynamic range wide enough to handle big swings in volume from one section to the next. A two-position bass rolloff and switchable -15dB pad round out the feature set, ensuring proper recording of bass-heavy or extremely loud sound sources.
The Shure KSM44A is a superb, pro-level condenser microphone not only suited for any and all recording applications, but also earning a proper place on the stage as well. This multipattern large-diaphragm condenser offers up a true, musical sound with remarkably low self-noise. It's truly a do-it-all utility microphone in the broadest sense, and it's the perfect tool to to round out your microphone locker—whether you're looking to preserve the breath of a delicate female vocalist or are switching on the pad to cram the KSM44A up onto your favorite loud guitar amp.
In The Studio
While most KSM series microphones can be perfectly suited for either the studio or the stage, there are some that work better than others for specific applications. For example, the KSM137 and KSM141 are sold as single mics or in pairs and are great for stereo recording. Below, check out some of our featured KSM series microphones picks for the studio.
KSM Microphones For The Studio
On The Stage
All of the KSM microphones are versatile enough to handle double duty when it comes to stage and studio performances alike, but the KSM series does have some microphones that are specifically tuned for live sound applications more-so than recorded ones. The KSM8 and KSM9 are both live sound vocal mics, with the KSM8 being a dynamic mic and the KSM9 and spinoff variations (KSM9/CG, KSM9/SL, KSM9HS) being condenser mics.
KSM Microphones For The Stage
Find More on Reverb
Below, check out recently listed Shure KSM series microphones right here on Reverb to find a great deal, or head over to Reverb News to learn more about how to choose the right microphone, how to set up your home studio, and for more tips and tricks on recording.
