The Shure KSM27 is a side-address condenser
microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. Designed for studio use, but rugged
enough for live applications, the KSM27 has an externally biased, 1-inch
diaphragm, extremely low self-noise, and an extended frequency response
specially tailored for vocal tracking and instrument recording.
Features
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Cardioid polar pattern - the most commonly used pattern for
both studio and live applications
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1 inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 24 Karat
gold-layered, low mass, Mylar® diaphragm provides superior
transient response
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Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for
transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion,
while minimizing harmonic and intermodulation distortions
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Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and
external connectors
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Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration
below 17 Hz
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Switchable 15 dB pad for handling extremely high sound
pressure levels (SPLs)
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3-position switchable low-frequency filter helps reduce
unwanted background noise or counteract proximity effect
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Integrated three-stage 'pop" protection grille reduces
plosives and other breath noise
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Internal shock mount reduces handling and stand noise
Performance Characteristics
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Extended frequency response
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Low self noise
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Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
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High output level
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High input SPL capability
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No crossover distortion
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Extremely uniform polar response
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Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio
frequency interference
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ShureLockTM Rubber Isolated Shock
Mount
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Protective Velveteen Pouch
Applications
Some typical applications for the KSM27 are
listed below. Microphone use, however, is a matter of personal taste. The KSM27
may be used for a variety of applications other than those listed.
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Voice -- solo, background, voice-over, broadcasting
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Acoustic instruments -- such as piano, guitar, drums,
percussion, strings
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Electric instruments such as guitar and bass
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Wind instruments -- brass and woodwind
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Low frequency instruments -- such as double bass, electric
bass, kick drum
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Overhead miking -- drums or percussion
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Ensembles -- choral or orchestral
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Room ambiance pick-up -- guitar amplifier or drums
Both the acoustic environment and microphone
placement strongly affect the sound obtained from miking a source, especially
with a high resolution microphone like the KSM27. You may need to experiment
with microphone placement and room treatments to achieve the best overall sound
for each application.
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