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Large-diaphragm, Low-noise, Multi-pattern Condenser Microphone
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This Low-noise Mic is Ready for Anything!

The Shure KSM44A is a go-to mic you can count on for great results in just about any project. It's a premium-grade large-diaphragm side-address condenser microphone that features some of Shure's coolest and most useful technology. The dual-diaphragm design lets you select among cardioid, omnidirectional, or figure-8 pickup patterns, so no matter what your recording environment calls for, the KSM44A is ready! An internal pop filter adds an important layer of protection to the KSM44A when you record vocals or need to contend with air movement. Shure's ultra-quiet Prethos Advanced Preamplifier Technology also keeps your recordings free of noise, and the KSM44A's transformerless output eliminates unwanted coloration. A switchable pad, a selectable highpass filter, and an extraordinarily wide frequency range all help to make the KSM44A one of Shure's most versatile microphones.

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Shure KSM44A Large-diaphragm Side-address Condenser Microphone Features at a Glance:
  • Features Shure's ultra-low-noise Prethos Advanced Preamplifier Technology
  • 4dB of self-noise and max SPL of 131dB (total dynamic range of 127dB)
  • Cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 polar patterns for maximum flexibility
  • Dual 1" externally biased ultra-thin 2.5-micron, 24-karat gold-layered low-mass diaphragms provide superior transient response
  • Class A discrete transformerless preamplifier for transparency
  • Extremely wide frequency response (20Hz-20kHz), with no crossover distortion
  • Minimal harmonic and intermodulation distortions
  • Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors
  • Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17Hz
  • Switchable 15dB pad for handling extremely high sound-pressure levels (SPLs)
  • 3-position, switchable low-frequency filter (-6dB/octave below 115Hz, or -18dB/octave below 80Hz) helps to reduce unwanted stand vibration noise or to counteract proximity effect
  • Integrated 3-stage "pop" protection grille reduces plosives and other breath noise
  • Includes ShureLock suspension shockmount, ShureLock stand mount, carrying case, and velveteen pouch
  • Net weight: 17.4 oz.
  • Requires +48V phantom power
The Shure KSM44A puts powerful flexibility and ultra-low-noise circuitry into one amazing microphone!

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Tech Specs

  • Microphone Type: Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omni, Figure-8
  • Diaphragm Size: 1" (25.4mm)
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz
  • Max SPL: 131dB (Cardioid), 137dB (Omni), 136dB (Figure-8)
  • Output Impedance: 50 ohms
  • Signal to Noise Ratio: 90dB (Cardioid), 88dB (Omni), 86.5dB (Figure-8)
  • Self Noise: 4dB (Cardioid), 6dB (Omni), 7.5dB (Figure-8)
  • Low Cut Filter: 80Hz (-18dB/octave), 115Hz (-6dB/octave)
  • Pads: -15dB
  • Connector: XLR
  • Color: Silver
  • Weight: 1.08 lbs.
  • Included Accessories: Shock Mount, Stand Mount, Carry Case, Microphone Pouch
  • Manufacturer Part Number: KSM44A/SL

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Solid For Voiceover

We have a couple studios for commercial voiceover. I need to clarify that I am a fan of John Peluso's current production tube mics.. In a situation where I brought one of my more expensive vintage tube based condenser mics into a smaller studio we have..the VERY expensive tube developed bad noise and failed so we needed something pronto. One call to Sweetwater's Paul Lea and upon his suggestion we got the KSM44a sent immediately. Not knowing what to expect we rescheduled sessions and put the Shure up..powered it up..and were amazed at how clean, noise free, and clear sounding it was on male narration tracks. Perfect balance of airy high end..buttery midrange and solid lows..with NO outboard or plug-in EQ. Really an impressive voice mic.
by Jeff Laurence Gill from North Carolina/Florida on
Music background: Pro voiceover

Great recording mic with Tascam DP32SD!

I bought the KSM44A after a friend recommended it for my Tascam DP32SD recorder in my home studio. It has been a great mic. I use it for vocals, acoustic guitar, fiddle, mandolin, upright bass, cajon, and an overhead for drums. It pairs very well with the Tascam.
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Really Awesome Workhorse Mic

I've been using this for a while, and I have to say it's kind of my baby. It has a very neutral sound that some might call "boring", but it worked very well in taming aspects of my voice that other mics I've tried accentuated unflatteringly. It's so neutral, that it's hard to find anything it fails to give at least useable audio for. I've used it on ukulele, piano, dulcimer, guitar, banjo, vocals, misc. sound effects, and voice over, and it's worked well on all of those for me. The only negative thing I'll say is that it's very sensitive to mouth clicks so mic technique and experimentation are key when using this on vocals.
by Tag on

Truer to the source than most

This is an outstanding mic, not because of its color, but because it always translates the sound in such a natural way. I've had two pairs for years and they get used all the time, many times it wins shootouts with much expensive mics in the studio.
It is clear, articulate and balanced without never exaggerating particular frequencies.
Love them for acoustic guitar, room Mike, vocals and choirs, cello, viola, sax, trumpet, piani, overheads... truly a workhorse.
Incredibly silent, for very low volume instruments it is invincible.
by Juan Pablo Quezada on
Music background: Full time recording engineer since 1993

Good Enough For Alison Krauss

Just saw this mic front and center for a live performance by Alison Krauss and Union Station from some years ago. Wonderful sound. I'm sure they went through a lot of mics before settling on the Shure KSM44.

It was mounted on a mic stand with a low hard mount, not the shock mount. No noticeable mechanical noise.

Interestingly, for the final song, "There Is A Reason," I saw no other mics at all. Just a single KSM44 at face height. The standup bass, the bongo, the three guitars and Alison and her violin were positioned in a small group near the mic (perhaps within maybe 6-8 feet) and soloists simply stepped up to the mic and played or sang. Each instrument and voice blended when needed for the trio, or soloed beautifully.

How all this was done with one mic is beyond me, unless they had some very cleverly mics hidden. I played the broadcast very loudly on my home theater system. Clean and pure sound.
by Daniel K on
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