Shure KSM137/SL - Pair Stereo Mike

The Shure KSM137 is an end-address condenser microphone with a 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 musical instruments.

KEY 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.