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User Guide
E2003, Shure Incorporated
27B3142 (CE)
Printed in U.S.A.
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SHURE INCORPORATED
KSM109 CARDIOID CONDENSER MICROPHONE
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Thank you for selecting the KSM109
Over 75 years of audio experience has contributed to making the KSM109
one of the finest microphones available.
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If you have any questions not answered in this booklet, please contact Shure
Applications Engineering at 847-866-2525, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to
4:30 pm, CST. In Europe, call 49-7131-72140. Our web address is www.shure.com.
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0/15 dB
Attenuation Switch
FIGURE 1. THE KSM109
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The ShureR KSM109 is an end-address condenser microphone with a cardioid
polar pattern. Designed for studio use, yet rugged enough for live applications, the
KSM109 delivers a clear reproduction of the origninal sound source. Its extended
frequency response makes it ideal for recording musical instruments.
FEATURES
S Cardioid polar pattern to reduce the pickup of unwanted sounds
S Ultra-thin, 2.5 µm, 24 karat gold-layered, low mass Mylar
superior transient response
S Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely
fast transient response, no crossover distortion, and minimal harmonic and
intermodulation distortion
S Premium electronic components, including gold-plated internal and external
connectors
S Two-position switchable pad (0 dB and 15 dB) for handling extremely high
sound pressure levels (SPLs)
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diaphragm for
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