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Shure KSM42 Cardioid Condenser Mic SABLE GRAY
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Large dual-diaphragm side-address condenser vocal microphone.
A milestone achievement in sound reinforcement, Prethos Advanced Preamplifier Technology employs transparent internal circuitry architectures that enable unprecedented audio quality and performance.
Features
- Highly consistent cardioid polar pattern creates a broad sweet spot and natural off-axis response
- Prethos Advanced Preamplifier Technology exhibits extremely low self-noise with superior dynamic range, transient response and ultralow distortion for transparent recording
- Dual-diaphragm design with an active front, ultrathin (2.5 micron) 24-karat gold, low-mass, 1" Mylar diaphragm
- Passive back diaphragm delivers exceptional control of low-frequency proximity effect
- Tailored low-frequency roll-off minimizes low-frequency room noise
- Integrated three-stage mesh grille guards against wind and breath noise
- Open-cage ShureLock rubber suspension shockmount with low-profile Popper Stopper magnetic pop filter produces a natural space between performer and microphone
- Extremely low self noise for critical studio vocal recording
- Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors
- Durable zinc die-cast housing and hardened low-carbon steel grille
- Internal shockmount to reduce unwanted handling and stand noise
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KSM42 Cardioid Condenser Mic Specifications:
- Cartridge type: Dual-diaphragm, front-active, externally biased condenser
- Frequency response: 60 to 20,000Hz
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Output impedance: 147 ohm
- Sensitivity (at 1kHz, open circuit voltage): –37dBV/Pa (14.1 mV), 1 Pascal=94dB SPL
- Maximum SPL (1kHz at 1% THD):
- 1,000 ohm load: 139dB
- 2,500 ohm load: 139dB
- THD of microphone preamplifier when applied input signal is equivalent to cartridge output at specified SPL
- Signal-to-Noise ratio (referenced at 94dB SPL at 1kHz): 86dB
- S/N ratio is difference between 94dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self noise, A-weighted
- Dynamic Range (at 1kHz):
- 1,000 ohm load: 131dB
- 2,500 ohm load: 131dB
- Common mode rejection (10Hz to 100kHz): >60dB
- Clipping Level (20Hz–20kHz at 1% THD): 1,000 ohm load: 6.5dBV, 2,500 ohm load: 8dBV
- Self Noise (typical, equivalent SPL, A-weighted): 8.5dB
- Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
- Weight:
- Net: 494 g with shockmount and pop filter: 820 g
- Connector: 3-pin professional audio (XLR), male
- Power requirements: 11 to 52 VDC phantom, 6 mA
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