The Shure KSM27 is a side-address condenser microphone with a cardioid
polar pattern. Designed for studio use, but rugged enough for live
applications, the KSM27 has an externally biased, 1 in. diaphragm,
extremely low self-noise, and an extended frequency response specially
tailored for vocal tracking and instrument recording.
Features
Cardioid polar pattern ? the most commonly used pattern for both studio and live applications
Class
A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely
fast transient response and no crossover distortion, while minimizing
harmonic and intermodulation distortions
Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors
Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz
Switchable 15 dB pad for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
Acoustic instruments ? such as piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings
Electric instruments such as guitar and bass
Wind instruments ? brass and woodwind
Low frequency instruments ? such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum
Overhead miking ? drums or percussion
Ensembles ? choral or orchestral
Room ambiance pickup ? guitar amplifier or drums
Microphone
use, however, is a matter of personal taste. The KSM27 may be used for
a variety of applications other than those listed. Both the acoustic
environment and microphone placement strongly affect the sound obtained
from miking a source, especially with a high-resolution microphone like
the KSM27. You may need to experiment with microphone placement and
room treatments to achieve the best overall sound for each application.