• Dual 1-inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 micron, 24-karat gold-layered, low mass, Mylar® diaphragms provide superior transient response
• Multiple polar patterns: cardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional–for maximum flexibility in a wide variety of applications
• Prethos™ Advanced Preamplifer Technology: provides transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion, minimizes harmonic and intermodulation distortions
• Groundbreaking self-noise specifications: 4 dB (cardioid), 6 dB (omnidirectional), 7.5 dB (bidirectional)
• Full-range frequency response (20 Hz – 20 KHz) for an extremely accurate reproduction of voice and instruments
• Highly consistent polar patterns
• Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors
• Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz
• 15 dB attenuation switch for handling high input SPL sound sources
• 3-position switchable low-frequency filter virtually eliminates unwanted background noise and controls proximity effect
• Durable zinc die-cast housing and hardened low carbon steel grille to protect the cartridge from accidental drops or misuse
• An integrated three-stage pop protection grille to guard against wind and breath noise
• An internal shock mount to reduce unwanted handling and stand noise

What is the KSM44A best suited to?

As a multiple pattern (cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional) condenser microphone the KSM44A offers great flexibility in a variety of recording applications. It is designed as a premium vocal microphone for studio recording but additional recommended applications include:

• Acoustic and wind instruments,
• Low frequency instruments — such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum
• Overhead miking — drums or percussion
• Ensembles – choral or orchestral