Shure SM4 Dual-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Mic
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Put pro Shure sound in your home studio! This condenser mic captures accurate, mix-ready audio, with patent-pending interference shielding to block RF noise.
Overview
Equipped with a brass 1-inch dual-diaphragm capsule, the SM4 captures clean, controlled low-end and smooth, detailed highs. The uniform cardioid polar pattern provides superior off-axis rejection of unwanted noise, and the large "sweet spot" reduces proximity effect.
Block unwanted RF noise from common wireless devices including cell phones, laptops, and wi-fi routers. The proprietary system features an integrated pop-filter and woven mesh faraday cage that shields the microphone capsule for clean audio capture.
Internal pop filter enables clean, plosive and rumble-free recordings for easier post-production work. Compress or EQ to taste without bringing forward unwanted elements that can plague recordings and mixes. Additionally, the SM4 works with any interface to achieve professional-quality recordings, no matter the environment.
Optimized to capture a wide range of sound sources from soft vocals to loud instruments including drums, guitar amps, and horns with exceptionally high-SPL handling (max SPL of 140dB).
Rugged, all-metal construction and exceptionally high-SPL handling from a brand with decades of experience in producing reliable gear for the stage and studio. A sleek, low-profile design won't obscure the performer or environment.
Included with the SM4 Home Recording Kit and available separately, the shock mount and detachable pop filter dampen undesired noises including rumbles, vibrations and plosive "pop" sounds. When combined with the internal pop filter of… read more the microphone, the detachable pop filter creates a two-stage filtering system that dramatically increases the resistance of plosives.
* Magnetic Pop-Filter, Shock Mount and Carrying Case included in the SM4-K-KIT and sold separately.
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Block unwanted RF noise from common wireless devices including cell phones, laptops, and wi-fi routers. The proprietary system features an integrated pop-filter and woven mesh faraday cage that shields the microphone capsule for clean audio capture.
Internal pop filter enables clean, plosive and rumble-free recordings for easier post-production work. Compress or EQ to taste without bringing forward unwanted elements that can plague recordings and mixes. Additionally, the SM4 works with any interface to achieve professional-quality recordings, no matter the environment.
Optimized to capture a wide range of sound sources from soft vocals to loud instruments including drums, guitar amps, and horns with exceptionally high-SPL handling (max SPL of 140dB).
Rugged, all-metal construction and exceptionally high-SPL handling from a brand with decades of experience in producing reliable gear for the stage and studio. A sleek, low-profile design won't obscure the performer or environment.
Included with the SM4 Home Recording Kit and available separately, the shock mount and detachable pop filter dampen undesired noises including rumbles, vibrations and plosive "pop" sounds. When combined with the internal pop filter of… read more the microphone, the detachable pop filter creates a two-stage filtering system that dramatically increases the resistance of plosives.
* Magnetic Pop-Filter, Shock Mount and Carrying Case included in the SM4-K-KIT and sold separately.
Specs
- Type: True Condenser
- Capsule: 1" brass dual-diaphragm
- Diaphragm Size: 1 inch
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Sensitivity: -38 dBV/Pa
- Max SPL: 140 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, 1000Ω load), 145 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, 2500Ω load)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 79 dB
- Output Impedance: 150 Ω
- Power Requirements: 48 V DC phantom power
- Connector: XLR
- Capsule: 1" brass dual-diaphragm
- Diaphragm Size: 1 inch
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Sensitivity: -38 dBV/Pa
- Max SPL: 140 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, 1000Ω load), 145 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, 2500Ω load)
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 79 dB
- Output Impedance: 150 Ω
- Power Requirements: 48 V DC phantom power
- Connector: XLR
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
SM4-K, with Hard Mount
- Shipping Weight: 1.98 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 10 x 5 x 3 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SM4-K
Open Box (Like New), SM4-K, with Hard Mount
- Shipping Weight: 1.98 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 10 x 5 x 3 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SM4-K
SM4-K, Bundle with Desktop Microphone Stand
- Shipping Weight: 4.59 lbs
SM4-K-KIT, with Shock Mount, Magnetic Pop Filter, and Carrying Case
- Shipping Weight: 2.74 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 10 x 8 x 4 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SM4-K-KIT
SM4-K, Bundle with Headphones and Podcast Boom Arm
- Shipping Weight: 9.46 lbs
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-516-2525
Email: service@shure.com
Phone: 800-516-2525
Email: service@shure.com
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
(1 ratings)
Submitted February 5, 2026 by a customer from yahoo.com in Watsonville, CA
"Oh yeah baby!"
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Started with the SM7B and once I saw this SM4 I knew it was going to be a keeper and it did. As always Shure delivering quality mic for home or professional studios. I’m confident to any buyer reading this that this mic won’t let you down, go for it and pick yourself up one up.
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