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A rugged and versatile large-diaphragm, side-address cardioid microphone, with low self-noise and extended frequency response, the Shure SM27 Condenser Microphone picks up vocal and instrument nuances with clarity. Durable Shure construction features three separate mesh layers that reduce wind and breath noise. The SM27 is equally comfortable on stage or in the studio and works just as hard as you do. Learn More...

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Shure KSM27 Studio Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Champagne-colored finish. Includes shockmount.

 
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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 in. 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 in., externally biased, ultra-thin, 24 Karat gold-layered, low mass, Mylar(TM) 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 3-stage "pop" protection grille reduces plosives and other breath noise

Internal shock mount reduces handling and stand noise

Extended frequency response

Low self noise

Exceptional low-frequency reproduction

High output level

High input SPL capability

No crossover distortion

Extremely uniform polar response

Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency interference

ShureLock Rubber Isolated Shock Mount

Protective Velveteen Pouch

Applications
Voice - solo, background, voice-over, broadcasting

Acoustic instruments - such as piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings

Electric instruments such as guitar and bass

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 ambiance pickup - guitar amplifier or drums

Microphone use, however, is a matter of personal taste. The KSM27 may be used for a variety of applications other than those listed. Both the acoustic environment and microphone placement strongly affect the sound obtained from miking a source, especially with a high-resolution microphone like the KSM27. You may need to experiment with microphone placement and room treatments to achieve the best overall sound for each application.

Technical Info

Cartridge Type: Externally Biased Condenser

Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz

Output Impedance: 150 ohms (actual)

Attenuation Switch: 0 or 15dB attenuation

Low Frequency Response: Switch flat; -6 db/octave below 115 Hz; -18 dB/octave below 80 Hz

Phantom Power: 48 Vdc
In the studio, silence is your friend. The slightest bit of ambient noise can spoil an otherwise usable take. You need it quiet, and the KSM27 is here to help! A 3-position low-frequency filter cuts out air conditioner hum and traffic noise, while the integrated pop filter diffuses Plosive P's. Your takes are pristine and ready to mix! Response from 20Hz-20kHz. Includes shockmount and soft pouch.

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Shure KSM27 Studio Cardioid Condenser Microphone Reviews

95 People rated this product :
           9 out of 10
           10 out of 10
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"Awesome mic at a great price!"
Feature:
For the price, you couldn't ask for more. The locking shock mount makes it useable in any orientation. I didn't need the rolloff or pad switches, but they're nice to have.

Value:
If you're starting out setting up a studio and are on a budget, this baby performs with the best mics out there at half the price! You can't go wrong! Highly recommended.

Sound:
I looked at a variety of higher end mics including the $700 KSM44. I'm sure the higher priced ones are better, but I certainly couldn't tell the difference. This KSM27, is absolutely breathtaking! I used it to record male and female voices, acoustic guitar, acoustic contra bass, saxophone, clarinet, and both wood and plastic recorders. The reproduction is spot on! Its accurate across the entire frequency spectrum, picking up the deep growl of the contra, the biting edge of the saxophone, and the smooth sweetness of the clarinet with equal accuracy! And the vocals were rich and detailed!

Submitted: 02/27/2005
Style of Music: Acoustic folk
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           9 out of 10
"Well invested money"
Feature:
Well, the roll off and pad are very precise, you can even see in your spectrometer the diference with and amazing control (sorry for the spelling)

Quality:
Ok, i got some troubles with the shockmount, it seems the screw that holds can be a little chessy (sorry but its true) More that one time i had to stop the recording because the shockmount didnt hold the mic.

Value:
For the price and the sound you can get i think honestly is a bargain

Desirability:
If i lost it im sure i would buy another one

Sound:
This was my very first profesional mic in my carrer. I honestly say that Shure was never let me down, with a little perspective and good ear you can make recordings to be fluid and crispy, i love this mic for snare drums, of course voice, or just for a fun ambiental mic. A little EQ (sometimes) and a good preamp and... you got a winner. I feel this mic is like a little teacher, just talk to him and he will give you an answer. i give it a nine cause i think there are better mics, that`s all.

Ease of Use:
Use your ears, the ease of use is within yourself i think

Support:
I didnt had to use it so far, but im shure they are all gentleman.

Overall:
Very, very nice, you wont get any complains from your clients

Submitted: 03/05/2007
Style of Music: From jazz, to punk rock and even mariachis
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