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Condenser Microphone Type

Condenser Microphone Type

Lightweight, sensitive diaphragm. Precisely and smoothly captures sound nuances. Powered by battery or phantom power supply.
Cardioid Polar Pattern

Cardioid Polar Pattern

Picks up the most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. Less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.
Flat Frequency Response

Flat Frequency Response

Wide, uniform response. Consistent sensitivity through frequency range.

KSM137 Instrument Microphone

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KSM137/SL Includes foam windscreen, carry case, champagne finish
KSM137/SL STEREO Includes two KSM137, two foam windscreens, A27M Stereo Microphone Adapter, carry case

The KSM137 is an end-address condenser microphone with a single cardioid polar pattern. Designed for studio use, yet rugged enough for live applications, the KSM137 can withstand extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL). Its low self-noise and extended frequency response make it ideal for recording instruments. 

Versatile, durable, and precise, the KSM137 is an outstanding microphone for instruments ranging from percussion to wind, strings to brass, and piano to guitar.

    • 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)
    • 3-position switchable pad (0 dB, 15 dB, and 25 dB) for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
    • 3-position switchable low-frequency filter reduces background noise and counteracts proximity effect

    Performance Characteristics

    • Extended frequency response
    • Exceptional reproduction of low-frequency sounds
    • Can withstand high sound pressure levels (SPL)
    • Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency interference  

    Common Applications

    • 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
  • Type
    Permanently Biased Condenser
    Frequency Response
    20 to 20.000 Hz
    Polar Pattern
    Cardioid
    Phantom power required?
    48 Vdc +/- 4 Vdc (IEC-268-15/DIN 45 596), positive pins 2 and 3
  • Name Availability
    A100WS

    A100WS

    Foam Windscreen for KSM141 and KSM137 Microphones.

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  • File Language Type File Size
    KSM137 User Guide English PDF 554 kb
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