Shure KSM32C-SM
The Shure KSM32C is a cardioid condenser microphone designed for professional environments, both in the studio and on stage. It is ideal for sound engineers, musicians, and producers seeking a neutral, accurate, and faithful reproduction of the source, without excessive coloration.
Featuring a precision ¾-inch capsule with an embossed Mylar diaphragm, the KSM32C delivers a smooth and balanced frequency response, with low-end performance typically reserved for larger 1-inch diaphragm microphones. Its very high off-axis rejection effectively limits ambient noise and room reflections, ensuring cleaner, more isolated recordings.
Thanks to its ultra-low self-noise, the KSM32C excels in demanding situations: vocals, acoustic instruments, drum overheads, piano, or ensemble recordings. Its compact, all-metal construction ensures excellent durability while facilitating placement where other, larger condenser microphones would be cumbersome.
The KSM32C is offered in two versions: a studio kit and a stage kit, each including high-end accessories suited to its primary use.
Type: Condenser microphone
Pattern pattern: Cardioid
Capsule: ¾-inch with embossed Mylar diaphragm
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Very flat and neutral response, without artificial emphasis
Audio performance
Self-noise: 11 dBA
Signal-to-noise ratio: 83 dB
Sensitivity: -36 dBV/Pa (16 mV)
Off-axis rejection up to 37 dB at 180°
Ideal for vocals, acoustic and electric instruments, drum overheads, piano, and ensemble recording
Maximum SPL
With -15 dB pad: Up to 155 dB SPL
Without pad: Up to 140 dB SPL
Suitable for highly dynamic sources without distortion
Connectivity and power supply
Connector: 3-pin XLR male Symmetrical
Output Impedance: 70 Ω ±5%
Power Supply: 48 V phantom (5.4 mA)
Construction
Machined and anodized aluminum alloy body
Precision-machined steel grille
Gold-plated capsule
Weight: 265 g
Available Versions
KSM32C-HM (Stage Kit): Microphone, hard stand, foam windscreen, premium carrying case, threaded adapter
KSM32C-SM (Studio Kit): Microphone, shock mount, removable magnetic pop filter, premium carrying case, threaded adapter
Optional Accessories
Hard stands and shock mounts
Foam windscreen
Magnetic pop filter
Replacement shock mount straps
Euroguitar Reference : 120946
