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PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
S Extended frequency response
S Ultra-low self noise
S Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
S High output level
S High input SPL capability
S No crossover distortion
S Extremely uniform polar response
S Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency inter-
ference
APPLICATIONS
The KSM44 provides superior results in any application requiring a high quality
microphone. Some typical applications are listed below.
S Voice—solo, background, voice-over or broadcasting
S Acoustic instruments such as piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings
S Wind instruments—brass and woodwind
S Low-frequency instruments such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum
S Overhead miking—drums or percussion
S Ensembles—choral or orchestral
S Room ambience pick-up—guitar amplifier or drums
Both the acoustic environment and microphone placement strongly affect the
sound obtained from miking a source, especially with a high-resolution microphone
like the KSM44. You may need to experiment with microphone placement, room
treatments and polar pattern to achieve the best overall sound for each application.
OPERATION
Mounting
Use either the ShureLockt
swivel mount or the elastic shock mount to secure the
KSM44 to a floor or boom stand. When using the swivel mount, the internal shock
mount provides good isolation from vibration. For even greater reduction of noise
from external vibrations, use the elastic shock mount.
Important: When using the swivel mount or elastic shock mount, be sure that the
threaded, knurled locking grip is screwed securely onto the threads at the base of
the microphone. Do not overtighten.
Power
The KSM44 requires phantom power and performs optimally with a 48 Vdc supply
(IEC-268-15/DIN 45 596). However, it will operate with slightly decreased
headroom and sensitivity with supplies as low as 11 Vdc.
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