The Shure KSM42/SG Large Dual Diaphragm Microphone is an innovative and precise microphone with a unique design and intuitive operability. It features a cardioid polar pattern that provides excellent isolation of your sound source, and a 0.75 ultra-thin Mylar diaphragm that responds with astounding accuracy to the smallest details. The microphone’s Prethos advanced preamplifier technology ensures low-self noise and minimal distortion for transparent recordings. The KSM42 is also able to capture high sound pressure levels up to 139dB, making it suitable for capturing a range of sources from hard-hitting drums to gentle finger-picked acoustics.
The KSM series is the pinnacle of Shure audio innovation. Each microphone in the series is built with premium components, providing years of superior sonic performance. These microphones are also built to handle the most punishing environments, combining sensitivity and toughness. The Shure KSM42 delivers studio-grade results with its detailed frequency response from 60Hz to 20kHz, ensuring transparency and intelligibility across a range of instruments. The microphone’s ultra-thin 2.5μm gold-layered low-mass Mylar diaphragm provides an excellent transient response, capturing impact and dynamics accurately. The KSM42 is incredibly versatile, able to record vocals, drums, percussion, guitar cabs, strings, brass, and more. It excels in recording choral or orchestral ensembles as well.
The cardioid polar pattern of the KSM42 ensures a tight, focused sound with exceptional rejection of off-axis noise and ambience. It is a great choice for live performances and studio recordings, minimizing issues such as bleed and feedback. The KSM42 comes with a premium accessory pack, including a “popper stopper” for vocal and spoken word applications, a shield that integrates with the shock mount for easy positioning, and other necessary tools. The microphone features highly consistent cardioid polar pattern, Prethos advanced preamplifier technology, dual-diaphragm design, tailored low-frequency roll-off, and an integrated three-stage mesh grille.
Other features of the KSM42 include a durable zinc die-cast housing, hardened low carbon steel internal shock mount, and a range of specifications such as transducer type, frequency response, output impedance, sensitivity, self-noise, sound pressure, and more. The microphone does not have a switchable low cut or attenuator, and does not have an interchangeable capsule. It is designed primarily for recording and does not have a headphone output. The KSM42 requires phantom power of 11-52 VDC and has a fixed cartridge. It weighs 494g.
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