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Shure KSM42 Cardioid Condenser Mic SABLE GRAY

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Overview

Large dual-diaphragm side-address condenser vocal microphone.

The KSM42 is a premium side-address, cardioid condenser microphone featuring a large dual-diaphragm capsule, optimized for world-class vocal recording and performance applications. With a tailored frShow More
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KSM42 Cardioid Condenser Mic Specifications:

  • Cartridge type: Dual-diaphragm, front-active, externally biased condenser
  • Frequency response: 60 to 20,000Hz
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Output impedance: 147 ohm
  • Sensitivity (at 1kHz, open circuit voltage): –37dBV/Pa (14.1 mV), 1 Pascal=94dB SPL
  • Maximum SPL (1kHz at 1% THD): 
  • 1,000 ohm load: 139dB
  • 2,500 ohm load: 139dB
  • THD of microphone preamplifier when applied input signal is equivalent to cartridge output at specified SPL
  • Signal-to-Noise ratio (referenced at 94dB SPL at 1kHz): 86dB
  • S/N ratio is difference between 94dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self noise, A-weighted
  • Dynamic Range (at 1kHz):
  • 1,000 ohm load: 131dB
  • 2,500 ohm load: 131dB
  • Common mode rejection (10Hz to 100kHz): >60dB
  • Clipping Level (20Hz–20kHz at 1% THD): 1,000 ohm load: 6.5dBV, 2,500 ohm load: 8dBV
  • Self Noise (typical, equivalent SPL, A-weighted): 8.5dB
  • Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
  • Weight: 
  • Net: 494 g with shockmount and pop filter: 820 g
  • Connector: 3-pin professional audio (XLR), male
  • Power requirements: 11 to 52 VDC phantom, 6 mA
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