Shure KSM27

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Shure KSM27 (No Longer Available)

Item ID: KSM27

Large-diaphragm Side-Address Cardioid Condenser Microphone with Low Self-Noise

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From Our Research Team:

A Great Condenser Mic for Studio or Live Use!

The Shure KSM27 side-address cardioid condenser microphone gives you highly-accurate, natural sound in the studio — and it's tough enough to take the stage, too! The KSM27 is voiced to perform great on vocals and instruments, and its low-cut and pad switches allow it to be used for everything from close-miking to overheads effectively. This mic gives you very low self-noise, Class A transformerless circuitry, and very high SPL capacity. A 3-layer grille provides effective pop protection, making the KSM27 easy to set up and use.

Shure KSM27 Condenser Microphone Features:

Uses the single version of the same diaphragm found in the multi-pattern KSM44
Extended frequency response
Low self-noise
Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
High output level
High input SPL capability
No crossover distortion
Extremely uniform polar response
Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency interference

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer Part Number	KSM27/SL

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Reviews

Awesome little mic

by Mike from Newark, NJ.
May 11, 2007
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Musician.

Don't let its diminutive size fool you. This mic sounds HUGE. The Shure KSM27 has a very natural sound quality. Nothing jumps out at you. What you stick it in front of ends up playing back identically... read more [+]. Well worth the price. close [-]

Great mic...

by Chuck Hutcheson from Baxley, GA
September 19, 2006
Music Background: local producer / arranger / writer / performer / engineer / teacher / etc.

My only complaint is the box it comes in. No case?? Great sounding mic, really. I've used it running thru a tube mic pre and it sounded great on acoustic guitars & vocals. Also got some great soun... read more [+]ds with muted trumpet a`la Miles Davis - nice warmth. Good on amps, but as with any setup you've got to find the sweet spot on the amp. You can tell it can handle high spl's. Good construction and good sound. Great overall mic. close [-]

a great mic especially for the price

by Mista808 from Sacramento, CA
August 23, 2006
Music Background: Producer/Recording Engineer

I've had this mic for about 6 months now and it been great thus far. Quality is up there with the mics that cost 500-1000 dollars so I do recommend getting one and I would've done it all over again a... read more [+]fter having it for the last 6 months. close [-]

My secret weapon

by Kyle Krupinski from St Louis MO 63122
July 15, 2006
Music Background: Bass Player, Recording Engineer and Live Sound Engineer

I love this microphone. I purchased one about 8 to 9 months ago and I have loved this mic since the day I bought it. I've tried it on everything from Vox to Drums. I've used it and liked the sound on ... read more [+]Lead vox, Backing Vox, Room Drum mic, Overhead mic and as an acoustic mic. I preferred the sound of other mics on guitar and bass amps although I've heard of them being used for such applications. For the price this mic is a must have. close [-]

You Could Spend A Lot More !! But Why ?

by J.P.Smith from Eagan Mn
November 9, 2008
Music Background: Pro Musician , Recording Engineer,

I bought this Mic 6 months ago , and have used it mainly as a overhead for drums to record a entire 20 song Cd,it does a nice job capturing the cymbals and toms ,also does well on the snare matched w... read more [+]ith a good ol sm57,even without a nice pre-amp ? I find it a bit bright on vocals , But does pretty well on softer voices,again a Good pre would add warmth. I do plan on buying a second for stereo Micing as over heads ,No need to spend$1,000 for akg or u87 as over heads ,If you place them correctly along with proper mics on the snare and Kick ? You will have a great sound ,The Ksm 27 is a very soild Mic .I believe for the price shure could have put on a more Long lasting Rubberband for the shockmount I sometimes feel ts gonna snap ? But handled well ,it should last awhile. Great as a second Mic for Guitar cab's-Just a Soild Little workhorse ! for the price ? Buy two ! I also own a At3030 the BlueBird by Blue and a Rodes nt2--I perfer the KSM27 Over ALL---Rodes Is with respect ! A Better Lead Vocal Mic. But You Must have a KSM27 ,You will Love it. close [-]