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Shure KSM44A Multi-Pattern Studio Condenser Microphone. Multiple polar patterns-cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional-for maximum flexibility in a wide variety of recording applications. 2 Year Shure Warranty. (KSM44A/SL) 24-48 hrs $999.00
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KSM44A Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone
Dual-Diaphragm | Side-Address | Cardioid, Omni, & Bidirectional

The KSM44A is a premium, large-diaphragm, side-address condenser microphone with multiple polar pattern options (cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional). The refined and sophisticated design of the KSM44A features an 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 KSM44A is the premier choice for the highest level of professional studio and stage performance.

A milestone achievement in sound reinforcement, Prethos Advanced Preamplifier Technology employs transparent internal circuitry architectures that enable unprecedented audio quality and performance.

The KSM44A provides superior results in any application requiring a high quality microphone such as:

  • Voice-solo, background, voice-over or broadcasting
  • Acoustic instruments such as piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings
  • Wind instruments-brass and woodwind
  • Low-frequency instruments such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum
  • Overhead miking-drums or percussion
  • Ensembles-choral or orchestral
  • Room ambience pick-up-guitar amplifier or drums
Package Includes
  • KSM44A Microhone
  • ShureLock® Cristal Elastic Shock Mount
  • ShureLock® Cristal Swivel Adapter
  • Aluminum Carrying Case
  • Protective Velveteen Pouch
  • Suspension Shock Mount Elastic Cord, Cristal (contains two)
 
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Specifications  
Cartridge Type Condenser (externally biased)
Polar Pattern Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional
Frequency Response 20 to 20,000 Hz
Output Impedance 50 ohms
Attenuator Switch 15 dB
Low-Frequency Filter Switch Flat, –6 dB/octave below 115 Hz, or –18 dB/octave below 80 H
Power Requirements 11–52 V DC phantom power (IEC-61938) 5.8 mA, maximum
Common Mode Rejection (10 to 100,000 Hz) > 50 dB
Common Mode Rejection (20 Hz to 20 kHz) > 50 dB
Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
Net Weight 492 g (17.4 oz.)
Connector Three-pin professional audio (XLR). male, balanced
Warranty 2 Year Manufacturer Warranty
Cardioid  
Sensitivity (open circuitvoltage, @ 1 kHz, typical) –31 dBV/Pa† (29.8 mV)
Self Noise (equivalent SPL,A- weighted, typical) 4 dB SPL-A
Preamplifier Distortion (at1 kHz, 94 dB SPL) <0.00 1%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 90 db
Clipping Level (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD) 2500 Ω load: 9dBv
1000 Ω load: 6dBv
Dynamic Range (@ 1kHz) 2500 Ω load: 130 dB
1000 Ω load: 127 dB
Maximum SPL (1 kHz at1% THD)

PAD ON/2500 Ω load: 150 dB SPL
PAD ON/1000 Ω load: 147 dB SPL

PAD OFF/2500 Ω load: 134 dB SPL
PAD OFF/1000 Ω load: 131 dB SPL

Omnidirectional  
Sensitivity (open circuitvoltage, @ 1 kHz, typical) –37 dBV/Pa† (14.8 mV)
Self Noise (equivalent SPL,A- weighted, typical) 6 dB SPL-A
Preamplifier Distortion (at1 kHz, 94 dB SPL) <0.00 1%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 88 db
Clipping Level (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD) 2500 Ω load: 9dBv
1000 Ω load: 6dBv
Dynamic Range (@ 1kHz) 2500 Ω load: 134 dB
1000 Ω load: 131 dB
Maximum SPL (1 kHz at1% THD)

PAD ON/2500 Ω load: 152 dB SPL
PAD ON/1000 Ω load: 149 dB SPL

PAD OFF/2500 Ω load: 140 dB SPL
PAD OFF/1000 Ω load: 137 dB SPL

Bidirectional  
Sensitivity (open circuitvoltage, @ 1 kHz, typical) –36 dBV/Pa† (16.8 mV)
Self Noise (equivalent SPL,A- weighted, typical) 7.5 dB SPL-A
Preamplifier Distortion (at1 kHz, 94 dB SPL) <0.00 1%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 86.5 db
Clipping Level (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD) 2500 Ω load: 9dBv
1000 Ω load: 6dBv
Dynamic Range (@ 1kHz) 2500 Ω load: 131 dB
1000 Ω load: 128 dB
Maximum SPL (1 kHz at1% THD)

PAD ON/2500 Ω load: 151 dB SPL
PAD ON/1000 Ω load: 148 dB SPL

PAD OFF/2500 Ω load: 139 dB SPL
PAD OFF/1000 Ω load: 136 dB SPL

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