Name: KSM44A/SL-MEA
Brand: Shure
SKU: KSM44A/SL-MEA

The KSM44A is a premium, large-diaphragm, side-address condenser microphone with multiple polar pattern options (cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional). The refined and sophisticated design of the KSM44A features an externally biased, dual 1-inch diaphragms, extensive internal pop filtering and Prethos® Advanced Preamplifier Technology for a ground-breaking threshold minimum of self-noise. The KSM44A is the premier choice for the highest level of professional studio and stage performance.

A milestone achievement in sound reinforcement, Prethos Advanced Preamplifier Technology employs transparent internal circuitry architectures that enable unprecedented audio quality and performance.

Large Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone                 

KSM Brochure

KSM44A User Guide

Broadcast Brochure (TV Studio), English

KSM44A Spec Sheet

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	<li>Prethos® Advanced Preamplifier Technology: Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier provides transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion. Minimizes harmonic and intermodulation distortions.</li>
	<li>Groundbreaking specifications: 4dB of self-noise and max SPL of 131 dB for a total dynamic range of 127 dB – an increase of 7 dB that defines the new standard for cleanly nuanced audio capture</li>
	<li>Multiple polar patterns–cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional–for maximum flexibility in a wide variety of recording applications</li>
	<li>Dual 1 inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 μm, 24 Karat gold-layered, low mass diaphragms provide superior frequency response</li>
	<li>Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors</li>
	<li>Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz.</li>
	<li>Switchable 15 dB pad for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)</li>
	<li>3-position switchable low-frequency filter helps reduce unwanted stand vibration noise or counteract proximity effect</li>
	<li>Integrated three-stage “pop” protection grille reduces plosives and other breath noise</li>
</ul>

Premium microphone with three polar pattern options (cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional).

Vocals

E-Guitar/Bass

Acoustic String Instruments

Piano/Organ

Podcast/Voiceover

Studio Recording

Other Instruments

Brass & Woodwinds

Percussion

Cymbals/Overhead

Hi-Hat

Shure KSM Microphones - Product Overview

Multi-pattern condenser offers great recording flexibility due to its compatibility with multiple polar pattern condensers. It features dual gold Mylar diaphragms for superior transient response, a subsonic filter, and preamplifier for transparency.

Ambience

Banjo

Cello

Choir

Cymbals

Drum Set

Electric Bass / Amp

Orchestra

Overhead

Piano

Pipe Organ

Room Pick-Up

Speech

Violin / Viola

Woodwinds

KSM44A

Club

Live Performance

Place of worship

Stadium

Theater Stage

Home/Project Studio

Recording Studio

3 Pin XLR

Condenser Microphone, Multiple Polar Patterns (Bidirectional / Cardioid / Omnidirectional), Champagne, 3-pin XLR Connector

KSM44A/SL