Shure KSM137 SL Cardioid Condenser Studio Mic, Pair

FEATURES:
* A highly consistent cardioid polar pattern
* Ultra-thin, 2.5 micron, 24 karat gold-layered, low mass Mylar diaphragm for superior transient response
* Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response, no crossover distortion, and minimal harmonic and intermodulation distortion
* Premium electronic components, including gold-plated internal and external connectors
* Subsonic filter eliminates low frequency rumble (less than 17 Hz) caused by mechanical vibration
* Switchable 15 dB pad for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
* Three-position switchable pad (0 dB, 15 dB, and 25 dB) for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
* Three-position switchable low-frequency filter reduces background noise and counteracts proximity effect

Performance Characteristics:
* Extended frequency response
* Low self noise
* Exceptional reproduction of low-frequency sounds
* Can withstand high sound pressure levels (SPL)
* High output level
* No crossover distortion
* Uniform polar response
* Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency interference

APPLICATIONS
Some typical applications for the KSM137 are listed below. Microphone use, however, is a matter of personal taste. The KSM137 may be used for a variety of applications other than those listed.

* Acoustic instruments -- such as piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings
* 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 pick-up -- guitar amplifier or drums

Both the acoustic environment and microphone placement strongly affect the sound obtained from miking a source. You may need to experiment with microphone placement and room treatments to achieve the best overall sound for each application.

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