Shure KSM44A Multi-Pattern Condenser Mic Crystal

Description

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″ diaphragms, extensive internal pop filtering and Prethos Advanced Preamplifier Technology for a groundbreaking threshold minimum of self-noise. The KSM44A is an exceptional choice for a high level of professional studio and stage performance.

A milestone achievement in sound reinforcement, Prethos Advanced Preamplifier Technology employs transparent internal circuitry architecture that enables you to achieve unprecedented audio quality and performance.

Self Noise (equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical)

• Cardioid: 4dB SPL-A
• Omnidirectional: 6dB SPL-A
• Bidirectional: 7.5dB SPL-A

Preamplifier Distortion (at 1kHz, 94dB SPL)

• Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional: <0.001%
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio
• Cardioid: 90dB
• Omnidirectional: 88dB
• Bidirectional: 86.5dB
• Clipping Level (20Hz to 20kHz, 1% THD)
• Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional: 2,500Hz: load9dBV
• Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional: 1,000Hz: load 6dBV
• Dynamic Range (@ 1kHz)2,500Hz load
• Cardioid: 130dB
• Omnidirectional: 134dB
• Bidirectional: 131dB
• Dynamic Range (@ 1kHz)1,000Hz load
• Cardioid: 127dB
• Omnidirectional: 131dB
• Bidirectional: 128dB
• Maximum SPL (1kHz at 1% THD)*2,500Hz load:

PAD OFF:

• Cardioid: 134dB SPL
• Omnidirectional: 140dB SPL
• Bidriectional: 139dB SPL

PAD ON:

• Cardioid: 150dB SPL
• Omnidirectional: 152dB SPL
• Bidriectional: 151dB SPL
• Maximum SPL (1kHz at 1% THD)*1,000Hz load:

PAD OFF:

• Cardioid: 131dB SPL
• Omnidirectional: 137dB SPL
• Bidriectional: 136dB SPL

PAD ON:

• Cardioid: 147dB SPL
• Omnidirectional: 149dB SPL
• Bidriectional: 148dB SPL