Shure KSM141/SL Dual-Pattern Instrument Microphone

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The Shure KSM141 is an end-addressed condenser microphone with mechanically switching dual polar patterns (cardioid and omnidirectional). ...Read more

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Shure KSM141/SL Dual-Pattern Instrument Microphone
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Product Overview

The Shure KSM141 is an end-addressed condenser microphone with mechanically switching dual polar patterns (cardioid and omnidirectional). Designed for studio use, yet rugged enough for live applications, the KSM141 can withstand extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL). Its low self-noise and extended frequency response make it ideal for recording musical instruments.

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.

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

Features

  • A mechanical polar pattern switch for highly consistent cardioid and true omnidirectional polar patterns. Providesflexibility in a wide variety of recording applications
  • 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-platedinternal and external connectors
  • Subsonic filter eliminates low frequency rumble (lessthan 17 Hz) caused by mechanical vibration
  • Three-position switchable pad (0 dB, 15 dB, and 25dB) for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
  • Three-position switchable low-frequency filter to reduce background noise and counteract 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

Specifications

  • Cartridge Type: Electret Condenser
  • Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
  • Output Impedance: 150 ohms (actual)
  • Power Requirements: 48 Vdc phantom, 4.7 mA
  • Common Mode Rejection: >50 dB, 50 Hz to 20 kHz
  • Polarity: Positive pressure on front diaphragm produces positive voltage on output pin 2 relative to pin 3
  • Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional
  • Sensitivity (typical; at 1000 Hz; 1 Pa = 94 dB SPL): -37 dBV/Pa
  • Self-noise (typical, equivalent SPL; A-weighted, IEC 651): 14 dB
  • Maximum SPL @ 1000 Hz
    • 5000 ohms load: 134 dB (159 dB, -25 Pad)
    • 2500 ohms load: 139 dB (164 dB, -25 Pad)
    • 1000 ohms load: 134 dB (159 dB, -25 Pad)
  • Output Clipping Level
    • 5000 ohms load: 15 dBV
    • 2500 ohms load: 9 dBV
    • 1000 ohms load: 3 dBV
  • Dynamic Range
    • 5000 ohms load: 131 dB
    • 2500 ohms load: 125 dB
    • 1000 ohms load: 120 dB
  • Signal to Noise ratio: 80 dB
  • Weight: 156 g (5.5 oz.)
  • Switch:
    • Attenuator: 0, −15, −25 dB
    • Low Frequency Response: flat; -6 dB/octave below 115 Hz; -18 dB/octave below 80 Hz

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