From Shure
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.
- Prethos® Advanced Preamplifier Technology: Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier provides transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion. Minimizes harmonic and intermodulation distortions.
- Groundbreaking specifications: 4dB of self-noise and max SPL of 131 dB for a total dynamic range of 127 dB – an increase of 7 dB that defines the new standard for cleanly nuanced audio capture
- Multiple polar patterns–cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional–for maximum flexibility in a wide variety of recording applications
- Dual 1 inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 μm, 24 Karat gold-layered, low mass diaphragms provide superior frequency response
- 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 stand vibration noise or counteract proximity effect
- Integrated three-stage “pop” protection grille reduces plosives and other breath noise
- 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
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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