
Shure SM27 Multi-Purpose Condenser Microphone
With a 3-position low-cut filter, -15 dB pad, and a near-industructible capsule and grill, the SM27 large-diaphragm cardioid condenser is a workhorse mic.
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Shure KSM27 Studio Cardioid Condenser Microphone
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Champagne-colored finish. Includes shockmount.
Overview
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… read more 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. read less
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… read more 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. read less
Specs
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
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
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 4.5 out of 5 stars.
(86 ratings)
Submitted March 5, 2007 by a customer from studio09.com.mx
"Well invested money"
Very, very nice, you wont get any complains from your clients
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.
Features
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)
Ease of Use
Use your ears, the ease of use is within yourself i think
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
Manufacturer Support
I didnt had to use it so far, but im shure they are all gentleman.
The Wow Factor
If i lost it im sure i would buy another one
Musical Background:
Recording engineer, Producer
Musical Style:
From jazz, to punk rock and even mariachis
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