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Shure KSM40C Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone - Preorder
MSRP: $109900
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Description
Description
Clarity That Sits in a Mix Without Harshness - The Shure KSM40C Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone Studio Bundle
The Shure KSM40C is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone built to capture vocals and instruments with natural detail, rich low-end, and smooth high-frequency clarity that sits in a mix without harshness. Featuring a precision engineered 1" capsule and a proprietary backplate design that controls diaphragm behavior to reduce sharp resonances, the KSM40C delivers polished, professional results with fast, predictable placement. Its uniform cardioid polar pattern focuses on the source while minimizing room sound and bleed—ideal for multi-mic sessions and less-than-perfect recording spaces.
- Precision engineered 1" capsule delivers natural, detailed audio with rich low-end
- Smooth top-end detail that fits the mix without brightness or harshness
- Proprietary backplate design helps eliminate sharp resonances for a refined sound
- Uniform cardioid pattern for predictable placement and strong rejection of room/bleed
- Smooth proximity effect for creative control—move closer for bigger tone, back off for neutral capture
- Extremely low self-noise supports clean tracks with more usable headroom
- Lightweight machined, anodized aluminum body for durable, easy placement on boom stands
- Includes shock mount and detachable magnetic pop filter to reduce rumbles, vibration, and plosives
- Ideal for vocals and instruments including upright bass, guitar amps, and kick drum
From intimate vocal takes to high-SPL sources, the KSM40C stays composed and musical. With included premium accessories and an ultra-quiet noise floor, it’s a go-to condenser for creators who want clean, confident tracks that take EQ and compression beautifully.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Type: Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Output Impedance: 70 Ω ± 5
- Sensitivity (1 kHz, open circuit): -33.5 dBV/Pa (21 mV)
- Self-Noise: 7.5 dBA
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 86.5 dB
- Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, no pad): 134 dB SPL (1000 Ω), 138 dB SPL (2500 Ω), 138 dB SPL (5000 Ω)
- Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, with 15 dB pad): 149 dB SPL (1000 Ω), 153 dB SPL (2500 Ω), 153 dB SPL (5000 Ω)
- Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
- Connector: 3-pin XLR, male, balanced
- Power Requirements: 48 V DC phantom power (5.6 mA), IEC 61938 P48
- Net Weight: 285 g (10.1 oz.)
- Housing: Machined, anodized aluminum alloy
Included Accessories
- Premium case
- Shock mount
- Detachable magnetic pop filter
- Threaded adapter
- Additional set of 8 shock mount bands
Manufacturer: Shure
Model: KSM40C
SKU: I879247-N-2-WHXX
UPC: 042406862998
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