The Shure® KSM32 is a premium, side-address, condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern engineered for highly critical studio recording and live sound productions. With an extremely flat, extended frequency response, the KSM32 provides transparent reproduction of the original sound source. A 15 dB attenuation switch allows the KSM32 to handle the high sound pressure levels (SPL) associated with drums, percussion, and ensembles, while the 3 position low cut filter helps counteract stage vibrations or proximity effect.

Product Features

• Class A, transformerless preamplifier circuitry eliminates cross-over distortion for improved linearity across the full frequency range
• Embossed, high-compliance diaphragm provides extended low frequency response
• Ultra-thin, 2.5 μm, gold-layered, low mass, Mylar® diaphragm for excellent transient response
• 15 dB attenuation switch for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL)
• Switchable low-frequency filter provides greater flexibility to reduce background noise or to counteract proximity effect
• Integrated three-stage pop protection grille reduces “pop” and other breath noise
• Internal shock mount reduces transmission of handling noise

Product Specifications

• Cartridge Type: Electret Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
• Output Impedance: 150 Ω
• Sensitivity open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical: –36 dBV/Pa[1] (16.0 mV)
• Maximum SPL: 1 kHz at 1% THD
  • PAD ON
  • 2500 Ω load: 154 dB
  • 1000 Ω load: 148 dB
  • PAD OFF
  • 2500 Ω load: 139 dB
  • 1000 Ω load: 133 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 81 dB
• Dynamic Range @ 1 kHz:
  • 2500 Ω load: 126 dB
  • 1000 Ω load: 119 dB
• Clipping Level 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD:
  • 2500 Ω load: 9.0 dBV
  • 1000 Ω load: 3.0 dBV
• Self Noise equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical: 13.0 dB SPL-A
• Common Mode Rejection 20 to 20,000 kHz: ≥50 dB
• Attenuator Switch: 0, -15 dB
• Low-Frequency Filter Switch: Flat, –6 dB/octave below 115 Hz, or –18 dB/octave below 80 Hz
• Connector: Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male, balanced
• Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
• Power Requirements: 11–52 V DC phantom power (IEC-61938), 4.7 mA
• Net Weight: 490 g (17 oz.)

What's in the Box?

• 1 x A32M ShureLock® Stand Mount
• 1 x A32SM ShureLock® Rubber Isolated Shock Mount
• 1 x AK32C Zippered Carrying Case
• 1 x A32VB Protective Velveteen Pouch