Shure KSM27
Large Single-Diaphragm Microphone

Shure KSM27 G&G Price: $299 Want a better price? A large-diaphragm, side-address cardioid microphone for instruments. List Price: $575

Description: 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: Cardioid polar pattern - the most commonly used pattern for both studio and live applications 1 inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 24 Karat gold-layered, low mass, Mylar® diaphragm provides superior transient response Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion, while minimizing harmonic and intermodulation distortions Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz Switchable 15 dB pad for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs) 3-position switchable low-frequency filter helps reduce unwanted background noise or counteract proximity effect Integrated three-stage 'pop" protection grille reduces plosives and other breath noise Internal shock mount reduces handling and stand noise