SM27 Professional Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

 

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The SM27 is a rugged and versatile large-diaphragm, side-address cardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.Read moreGo to the glossary condenser microphoneCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary, with premium components for exceptional stage and studio performance applications.

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Best suited to:
Vocals, Brass

Also great for:
Bass Drum, Electric Guitar, Bass

Condenser
Cardioid
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What is the SM27 best suited to?

It’s ideal for both professional vocal and instrument use such as lead and ensemble vocals, acoustic guitar, strings, cymbals, woodwind and saxophone. The latest addition to the SM family is equally as comfortable on stage or in the studio.

What are the characteristics of the SM27?

The SM27 has a flat, neutral frequency responseThis is the range of frequencies, from the lowest to the highest, that a mic can pick up.Read moreGo to the glossary and very low self noise for a natural reproduction of the sound source. It includes a 3-position switchable low frequencyThis is how many times a sound or radio wave oscillates in one second.Read moreGo to the glossary filter which helps reduce unwanted background noise or counteract proximity effectWith a directional mic, more bass is added when the mic is closer to the sound source.Read moreGo to the glossary and a -15db switchable attenuator for added versatility.

  • Ultra-thin, 24 Karat gold-layered, low mass large Mylar® diaphragm with a tight cardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.Read moreGo to the glossary polar pattern"Polar pattern" describes how well the microphone “hears“ sound from different directions.Read moreGo to the glossary
  • Flat, neutral frequency responseThis is the range of frequencies, from the lowest to the highest, that a mic can pick up.Read moreGo to the glossary and very low self noise for natural reproduction
  • Class-A transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion
  • 3-position switchable low-frequency filter helps reduce unwanted background noise or counteract proximity effectWith a directional mic, more bass is added when the mic is closer to the sound source.Read moreGo to the glossary
  • -15dB switchable attenuator for additional SPL versatility
  • Internal shock mount reduces handling noise
  • Three separate mesh layers reduces wind and breath noise
  • Includes a stand adapter and a zippered pouch
  • Transducer TypeA transducer converts sound into an electrical signal. The two most common types are dynamic and condenser. Read moreGo to the glossary : CondenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary
  • Polar Pattern"Polar pattern" describes how well the microphone “hears“ sound from different directions.Read moreGo to the glossary: CardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.Read moreGo to the glossary
  • Frequency ResponseThis is the range of frequencies, from the lowest to the highest, that a mic can pick up.Read moreGo to the glossary: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • SensitivityThis is how mich signal a microphone produces for a given amount of sound.Read moreGo to the glossary (1 kHz): -37 dBV/Pa / 14,1 mV/Pa
  • Equivalent Selfnoise:

    10 dB(A)

  • Sound Pressure:
    • Pad off: 138 dB
    • Pad on: 153 dB
  • Weight: 642 g
  • FrequencyThis is how many times a sound or radio wave oscillates in one second.Read moreGo to the glossary Repsonse Curve:

User Guides

  • ShureLock™ Black Swivel Adapter (Part No: A32M)
  • Zippered Carrying Bag (Part No: A32ZB)

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