Shure KSM40C Cardioid Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
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The fixed-cardioid sibling to Shure's KSM44MP, the KSM40C captures big, fat lows and detailed highs without harshness -- shock mount and pop filter included.
Overview
Featuring a precision engineered 1" capsule, the KSM40C delivers natural, detailed audio with rich low-end, and high frequency detail that sits beautifully in a mix without brightness or harshness. A proprietary backplate design controls diaphragm behavior to eliminate sharp resonances. The uniform cardioid polar pattern focuses the source while minimizing room and bleed, making placement fast and predictable in multi-mic sessions or less than ideal spaces, and smooth proximity effect gives more creative control.
An included shock mount and pop filter isolates the microphone from rumbles and vibrations and blocks out plosives. Also includes hard mount, premium case and threaded adapter. Ideal for capturing rich nuances in vocals and instruments including upright bass, guitar amps and kick drum.
- Uniform cardioid polar pattern for predictable placement
- Extremely low self-noise
- Sleek, modern design with premium materials
- Shock mount, pop filter & accessory suite
- Ideal for capturing rich nuances in vocals and instruments including upright bass, guitar amps and kick drum
Uniform Cardioid Polar Pattern for Predictable Placement
Focuses on the source while minimizing room and bleed, making placement fast and predictable in multi-mic sessions or less than ideal spaces. The smooth proximity effect gives more creative control: move closer for a larger-than-life sound or pull back for a more neutral… read more tone.
Extremely Low Self-Noise
Supports building of clean tracks with more headroom. Capture quiet passages, add gain and compression when needed without hiss building up.
In the Box:
- 1 KSM40C Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
- 1 Shock Mount
- 1 Magnetic Pop Filter
- 1 Premium Zippered Carrying Case
- 1 Set Replacement Shock Mount Bands (8)
- 1 Threaded Adapter
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An included shock mount and pop filter isolates the microphone from rumbles and vibrations and blocks out plosives. Also includes hard mount, premium case and threaded adapter. Ideal for capturing rich nuances in vocals and instruments including upright bass, guitar amps and kick drum.
Features:
- 1" Capsule delivers natural, detailed audio with rich low-end- Uniform cardioid polar pattern for predictable placement
- Extremely low self-noise
- Sleek, modern design with premium materials
- Shock mount, pop filter & accessory suite
- Ideal for capturing rich nuances in vocals and instruments including upright bass, guitar amps and kick drum
Uniform Cardioid Polar Pattern for Predictable Placement
Focuses on the source while minimizing room and bleed, making placement fast and predictable in multi-mic sessions or less than ideal spaces. The smooth proximity effect gives more creative control: move closer for a larger-than-life sound or pull back for a more neutral… read more tone.
Extremely Low Self-Noise
Supports building of clean tracks with more headroom. Capture quiet passages, add gain and compression when needed without hiss building up.
In the Box:
- 1 KSM40C Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
- 1 Shock Mount
- 1 Magnetic Pop Filter
- 1 Premium Zippered Carrying Case
- 1 Set Replacement Shock Mount Bands (8)
- 1 Threaded Adapter
Specs
Type: Condenser
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
Output Impedance: 70 Ohm +/- 5
Sensitivity (at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage): -33.5 dBV/Pa [1] (21 mV)
Self-Noise: 7.5 dBA
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 86.5 dB
Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD):
No Pad:
- 1000 Ohm load: 134 dB SPL
- 2500 Ohm load: 138 dB SPL
- 5000 Ohm load: 138 dB SPL
With 15 dB Pad:
- 1000 Ohm load: 149 dB SPL
- 2500 Ohm load: 153 dB SPL
- 5000 Ohm load: 153 dB SPL
Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
Connector: Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male, balanced
Weight: 285 g (10.1 oz.)
Housing: Machined, anodized aluminum alloy
Power Requirements: 48 V DC phantom power (5.6 mA), IEC standard 61938, P48
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
Output Impedance: 70 Ohm +/- 5
Sensitivity (at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage): -33.5 dBV/Pa [1] (21 mV)
Self-Noise: 7.5 dBA
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 86.5 dB
Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD):
No Pad:
- 1000 Ohm load: 134 dB SPL
- 2500 Ohm load: 138 dB SPL
- 5000 Ohm load: 138 dB SPL
With 15 dB Pad:
- 1000 Ohm load: 149 dB SPL
- 2500 Ohm load: 153 dB SPL
- 5000 Ohm load: 153 dB SPL
Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
Connector: Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male, balanced
Weight: 285 g (10.1 oz.)
Housing: Machined, anodized aluminum alloy
Power Requirements: 48 V DC phantom power (5.6 mA), IEC standard 61938, P48
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Base Item
- Shipping Weight: 2.74 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 11 x 8 x 6 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): KSM40C
Open Box (Like New)
- Shipping Weight: 2.74 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 11 x 8 x 6 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): KSM40C
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
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