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KSM44A Large Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

KSM44A Large Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

The KSM44A is a premium, large-diaphragm, side-address condenser microphoneCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary with multiple polar patternPolar pattern describes how well the microphone hears sound from different directions.Read moreGo to the glossary options. It features Prethos™ Advanced Preamplifier Technology for a ground-breaking threshold minimum of self-noiseElectrical noise in a system that is produced by the electronics in the system itself.Read moreGo to the glossary. The KSM44A is a premier choice for the highest level of professional studio and stage performance.

Best suited to:
Vocals, Additional acoust. instr.

Also great for:
Electric Guitar, Brass, Strings, Hihat, Overhead

Condenser
Omnidirectional
Bidirectional
Cardioid
RRP: £ 982.80
  • 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
  • Transducer Type: Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional, Bidirectional, Cardioid
  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity (1 kHz): Cardioid -31 dBV/Pa; Omnidirectional: -37 dBV/Pa; Bidirectional: -36 dBV/Pa / Cardioid 29,8 mV/Pa; Omnidirectional: 14,8 mV/Pa; Bidirectional: 16,8 mV/Pa
  • Equivalent Selfnoise:
    • Cardioid: 4 dB(A)
    • Omnidirectional: 6 dB(A)
    • Bidirectional: 7,5 dB(A)
  • Sound Pressure:
    • Cardioid:
      • Pad off: 134 dB
      • Pad on: 150 dB
    • Omnidirectional:
      • Pad off: 140 dB
      • Pad on: 152 dB
    • Bidirectional:
      • Pad off: 139 dB
      • Pad on: 151 dB
  • Weight: 490 g
  • Frequency Repsonse Curve:
  • KSM44A Frequency Response Curve
The PS-6 Popper Stopper attenuates unwanted breath noise and plosives and can be clamped onto most stands.
Elastic bands for the A44SM and A44AMS ShureLock(TM) shock mount used with the KSM44 and KSM44A microphone. (contains 2 bands.)
Reduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with Shure PG27, SM27, Beta 27, KSM27, KSM32, KSM42 and KSM44 microphones. Available in black.
Velveteen pouch for KSM44A Microphone.
Aluminum Carrying Case for KSM44A Microphone.
Elastic suspension shock mount for use with Shure KSM44A microphones.
Securely mounts Shure side-address, large diaphragmLarge diaphragm mics add harmonics to the sound and are popular for vocal recordings.Read moreGo to the glossary microphones to standard microphone stands. For use with Shure KSM44A microphones. Available in champagne.
Padded zippered carrying bag for Shure SM27, Beta 27, KSM27, KSM32, KSM44 and KSM44A microphones.
  • Shurelock™ Champagne Elastic Shock Mount (Part No: A44ASM)
  • Shurelock Champagne Swivel Adapter (Part No: A44AM)
  • Aluminium Carrying Case (Part No: A44ASC)
  • Protective Velveteen Pouch (Part No: A44AVB)
  • Suspension Shock Mount Elastic Cord, Champagen (Part No: RK383)

 

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