Shure KSM137 Cardioid Instrument Microphone

The Shure KSM137/SL ST PAIR from Shure is a cardioid condenser studio microphone designed for instrument recording and sound reinforcement. The KSM137/SL offers a wide 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response making it a flexible microphone for a variety of applications. The KSM137/SL features a cardioid element and permanently biased transducer design resulting in clean, accurate signal reproduction and frequency response. The transformer-less, class-A output circuitry provides a noise free output signal path while maintaining high gain levels. The tight cardioid pattern is effective in attenuating off-axis signal due to room ambiance, instruments, monitor noise etc.

There is a 3-position low frequency roll-off switch, eliminating low frequency rumble noise and counteracting proximity effect. The KSM137/SL handles high sound pressure levels and features a 3-position pad switch providing attenuation at 0 dB, 15 dB and 25 dB. This allows confident miking of instruments high in transient response such as drums, percussion, and brass. the microphone is suitable for piano, strings, guitar, and woodwind as well.

Cardioid Pattern

The cardioid polar pattern is effective in attenuating off-axis signal due to room ambiance, instruments, monitor noise etc.

Class-A Transformer-Less Circuitry

The transformer-less, class-A output circuitry provides a noise free output signal path while maintaining high gain levels.

3-Position Low Frequency Roll-Off Switch

The KSM137/SL provides flexible low frequency attenuation, eliminating low frequency noise and rumble.

3-Position Pad Switch

The 0-, 15-, and 25-dB Pad switch adds greater SPL handling allowing the microphone to withstand high audio levels without distortion.

Wide Frequency Response

The microphone offers a wide 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response making it a flexible microphone for a variety of applications.

Product Specifications:

Microphone:

Sound Field: Stereo

Element Type: Condenser

Polar Pattern: Cardioid

Orientation: End Address

Circuitry: Solid-State

Pad:

-15 dB

-25 dB

High-Pass Filter:

115 Hz, 6 dB/Octave

80 Hz, 18 dB/Octave

Filter & EQ: Low-Cut Filter: 115 Hz, 6 dB/Octave / 80 Hz, 18 dB/Octave

Gain Adjustment: No

Controls: Pad, Low Cut/HPF

Performance:

Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum SPL: 145 dB

Sensitivity: -37 dB (at 1 kHz)

Dynamic Range: 131 dB

Equivalent Noise Level: 14 dB (A-Weighted)

Connectivity:

Analog Output: 1x XLR 3-Pin

Power:

Power Sources: Phantom Power

Operating Voltage: 48 V

Physical:

Color: Silver

Mounting Thread Size: 5/8"-27 Female (3/8"-16 Female with Included Adapter)

Dimensions: ø: 0.8 x L: 4.8" / ø: 20.32 x L: 121.92 mm

Weight: 3.53 oz / 100 g

Shipping Weight: 2 lb

Shipping Dimensions (LxWxH): 12 x 9.1 x 3"