An excellent choice for acoustic guitar and piano.

The Shure KSM137 is an end-address condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. Designed for studio use, yet rugged enough for live applications, the KSM137 mic can withstand extremely high sound pressure levels. Its low self-noise and extended frequency response make it ideal for recording acoustic guitar, drum overheads, and hi-hats. Other features include Shure's Class A transformerless preamp circuitry for transparency; extremely fast transient response with minimal distortion; a highly sensitive 2.5-micron gold-layered mylar diaphragm; and a switchable, 3-position low-frequency filter to limit unwanted background noise and proximity effect. The microphone can capture sounds between 20Hz and 20kHz. The Shure KSM137 microphone sports a champagne finish and comes with accessories including a break-resistant mic clip, carrying case, and Popper Stopper windscreen. Requires phantom power.

Shure KSM137/SL Cardioid Studio Condenser Microphone Features:

• Extended frequency response
• Low self-noise
• Exceptional reproduction of low-frequency sounds
• Can withstand high sound pressure levels (SPL)
• High output level
• No crossover distortion
• Uniform polar response
• Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency interference

A great-sounding mic at a great price - add it to your mic locker TODAY!

Shure KSM137/SL Cardioid Studio Condenser Microphone Specifications:

• Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
• Switchable 17Hz LF filter

Shure KSM137/SL Cardioid Studio Condenser Microphone

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I Love It !

Posted by KT on Jun 14, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active musician, Home studio recording

Reviewer's Play Style: Classic rock, Blues, Country

I own a matched stereo pair of Shure KSM 137's and would not want to be without them. They are packed with features, and built like a tank. They have an extended top end, but do not sound brittle or harsh in the top end like some mikes do. I love to use these for drum overheads. They also make an acoustic guitar come alive when placed at about the twelvth fret and combined with a good quality condenser close to the bridge. I have also used them on guitar amps with much success. Sort of pricy, but you get what you pay for. I admit I,m not a pro recording engineer, but I have a well equiped home studio and would have to replace these mikes if they were lost or stolen. Buy it, you'll be glad you did.

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Shure KSM137/SL Cardioid Studio Condenser Microphone

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