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microphones for professional recording

KSM Studio Microphones

Modern Design, Timeless Sound

Built for engineers, producers, and artists who need clarity, consistency, and nuance. The KSM studio lineup delivers detailed capture, low self-noise, and trusted performance in demanding recording environments. Explore the models, compare features, and hear how each microphone performs in real sessions.

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KSM32C

KSM40C

KSM44MP

Best Use Cases / Applications

Neutral vocals, acoustic guitar, drum overheads, piano, ensemble spot mics

Lead vocals with warmth, voiceover, solo acoustic, upright/bass instruments, guitar amps, drum

Vocals, piano, strings/ensembles, stereo arrays (X/Y, M/S, Blumlein, space omni), room/overheads, distant miking

Polar pattern

Cardioid

Cardioid

Cardioid / Omnidirectional / Bidirectional

Self-Noise

11 dBA

7.5 dBA

5 dBA / 7 dBA / 8 dBA

Sensitivity

-36 dBV

-33.5 dBV

-30 dBV / -35 dBV / -35 dBV

Weight

265 g

285 g

295 g

Sound Samples

KSM32C - Guitar Amp

KSM40C - Bass Amp

KSM40C - Kick Drum

KSM44MP - Vocals

KSM Walkthrough With Engineer Mike Bridavsky

Further Reading

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Microphone Choice and Placement Secrets for Recording

While you often see microphone techniques discussed for specific applications, another approach is to learn some general principles that you can apply to any situation. Before we can get into that though, we have to choose the proper mic first. Let's take a look at how that's done.
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Multi-Pattern Microphones: What, Where and How?

Looking to isolate sound sources and minimize feedback? This overview of the basic mic polar patterns will help you determine which pattern is right for you.
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Five Techniques for Stereo Miking Drums

A single pair of multipattern condenser microphones can provide at least five distinct overhead drum miking choices. We look at each one.