Shure KSM40C
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Shure KSM40C
Product Overview
The Shure KSM40C is a 1-inch cardioid condenser microphone built for studio, broadcast, and voiceover installation projects that need selectable padding and filtering to adapt to different source levels and room conditions. This studio condenser microphone pairs a true, externally biased 1-inch capsule with onboard pad and filter switches, giving AV integrators a flexible fixed-cardioid microphone for permanent voiceover booth and podcast studio installs.
Product Description
The KSM40C uses a 1-inch true, externally biased condenser capsule in a fixed cardioid polar pattern, larger than the 0.75-inch capsule used in the KSM32C, which typically contributes to a warmer tonal character favored in voiceover and broadcast applications. A switchable -15 dB pad protects against overload from louder sources close to the capsule, while a selectable filter offers a flat response, an 18 dB per octave filter at 80 Hz, or a gentle 6 dB per octave roll-off at 115 Hz to manage low-frequency rumble or proximity effect.
These onboard switches let integrators adapt the KSM40C to different presenters, source levels, and room acoustics without swapping microphones or adding external processing, which is useful in shared studio spaces used by multiple voice talent or presenters with different vocal levels.
Key Features
- 1-Inch True Condenser Capsule — Externally biased design contributes a warmer tonal character than smaller capsules.
- Fixed Cardioid Polar Pattern — Rejects off-axis sound for isolated vocal and speech pickup.
- Switchable -15 dB Pad — Protects against overload from louder sources close to the capsule.
- Selectable Low-Frequency Filter — Flat, 80 Hz 18 dB/octave, or 115 Hz 6 dB/octave roll-off options.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capsule | 1 in true, externally biased condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Fixed cardioid |
| Pad Switch | -15 dB |
| Filter Switch | Flat / 80 Hz (18 dB/octave) / 115 Hz (6 dB/octave) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the -15 dB pad switch do?
It attenuates the signal by 15 dB to prevent overload from loud sources positioned close to the capsule.
What filter options are available?
The KSM40C offers a flat response, an 18 dB per octave filter at 80 Hz, or a gentle 6 dB per octave roll-off at 115 Hz.
How does the KSM40C differ from the KSM32C?
The KSM40C uses a larger 1-inch capsule versus the KSM32C's 0.75-inch capsule, typically contributing a warmer tonal character, and adds onboard pad and filter switches.
What warranty applies to this microphone?
Shure covers the KSM40C under its standard manufacturer warranty. Contact Creation Networks for current terms and AV integration support.
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