Description
The first-ever handheld condenser with dual diaphragms and switchable polar patterns. A premium vocal microphone, the KSM9 captures vocal subtlety with extraordinary detail to deliver clear articulation, functional flexibility and precise vocal reproduction for live performance. Transformerless Class A preamplifier circuitry provides transparent sound capture, dual gold-layered diaphragms reveal every nuance and subtlety in a vocal performance, and an advanced suspension shock mount virtually eliminates handling noise even in the most demanding live environments. Available in Champagne or Charcoal Black color.
Features
KSM9 microphones offer exceptional consistency across all frequencies, providing more gain before feedback, while decreasing proximity effect. As the premier choice in handheld wireless microphone options for Axient, UHF-R, and ULX-D, KSM9 microphones are built to exacting Shure endurance standards, renowned worldwide and proven night after night, center stage.
- Exceptional consistency across all frequencies, providing more gain before feedback, while decreasing proximity effect
- Dual 3/4” gold layered, low mass Mylar diaphragms provide superior frequency response
- Switchable polar patterns (supercardioid and cardioid)
- Advanced suspension shock mount system that isolates cartridge from handling and stand noise
- Premium electronic components including Class A transformerless preamplifier circuitry
- Gold-plated internal and external connectors, including XLR Output Durable aluminum housing
- Includes KSM9, microphone clip, aluminum carrying case, and user guide
Specifications
Cartridge Type Condenser (Electret Biased) KSM9
Frequency Response 50 to 20,000 Hz
Output Impedance 150 ohms (actual)
Phantom Power 48 Vdc ± 4 Vdc (IEC-268-15/DIN 45 596), positive pins 2 and 3
Current Drain 5.2 mA typical at 48 Vdc
Common Mode Rejection >60 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, Supercardioid
Sensitivity (typical; at 1000 Hz; 1 Pa = 94 dB SPL) -51 dBV/Pa
Self-noise (typical, equivalent SPL; A-weighted, IEC 651) 22 dB
Maximum SPL @ 1000 Hz
2500 ohms load 152 dB
1000 ohms load 152 dB
Output Clipping Level
2500 ohms load 6.7 dBV
1000 ohms load 6.0 dBV
Dynamic Range 48 Vdc phantom, 5.6 mA
2500 ohms load 130 dB
1000 ohms load 130 dB
Signal to Noise ratio 72 dB
Dimensions 49 mm (1 15/16 in.) maximum body diameter, 191 mm (7.5 in.) long
Weight 300 grams (10.6 oz)
