Achieve optimal vocals in any environment with the KSM9HS Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone from Shure. Based on the features and functionality of the KSM9, this handheld mic includes additional flexibility of two new polar patterns to offer even more options for your sound. Designed to deliver open, natural sound reproduction and capture every vocal nuance and detail, it boasts exceptional frequency consistency and a dual Mylar diaphragm, as well as an included shock mount to minimize self-noise.
The KSM9HS vocal mic is great for:
- Demanding live environments
- Professional recording studios
- Miking solo or multiple vocalists
Use the mic’s hypercardioid polar pattern to isolate your vocals from surrounding noise while enjoying high gain before feedback—perfect for noisy environments such as live performances. Alternatively, select the KSM9HS subcardioid setting to widen the coverage angle and pick up multiple sound sources.
Defining Characteristics of the KSM9HS
- Switchable hypercardioid and subcardioid polar patterns offer maximum flexibility in a wide variety of performance applications
- Dual 3/4” gold layered, low-mass Mylar® diaphragms achieve superior frequency response and proximity control
- Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response with no crossover distortion, while minimizing harmonic and inter-modulation distortion
- Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz
- Premium electronic components, including gold-plated internal and external connectors
- An advanced suspension shock mount minimizes handling noise
- Integrated three-stage 'pop' protection grille reduces plosives, wind, and other breath noise
Shure KSM9HS Features
- Exceptional consistency across all frequencies, providing more gain before feedback, while decreasing proximity effect
- Dual gold layered, low-mass Mylar® diaphragm design
- Switchable polar patterns (hypercardioid and subcardioid)
- Advanced suspension shock mount
- Premium electronic components including Class A transformerless preamplifier circuitry
- Gold-plated internal and external connectors, including XLR Output Durable aluminum housing
- Available as wireless handheld transmitter SKUs
- Zippered carrying case
- KSM9HS Microphone1
- 95A2050 5/8" to 3/8" Thread Adapter1
- A25E Stand Adapter1
- AK9C Zipped Carrying Case for KSM9HS1
- Transducer TypeCondenser
- Polar Patterns (selectable)Hypercardioid, Subcardioid
- Frequency Response50 Hz - 20 kHz
- Output Impedance145 ohms (actual)
- Phantom Power48 Vdc ± 4 Vdc (IEC-268-15/DIN 45 596), positive pins 2 and 3
- Sensitivity (typical; at 1000 Hz;1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
- Hypercardioid: -50.5 dBV/Pa
- Subcardioid: -53.0 dBV/Pa
- Self-noise (typical, equivalent SPL; A-weighted, IEC 651)
- Hypercardioid: 20.7 dB
- Subcardioid: 22.7 dB
- Maximum SPL @ 1000 Hz
- 2500 ohms load - Hypercardioid: 150.8 dB / Subcardioid: 153.0 dB
- 1000 ohms load - Hypercardioid: 150.9 dB / Subcardioid: 153.1 dB
- Output Clipping Level
- 2500 ohms load - 7.0 dBV
- 1000 ohms load - 6.4 dBV
- Dynamic Range (@ 1 kHz)
- 2500 ohms load - Hypercardioid: 130.8 dB / Subcardioid: 130.1 dB
- 1000 ohms load - Hypercardioid: 130.1 dB / Subcardioid: 130.6 dB
- Signal to Noise ratioHypercardioid: 73.3 dB / Subcardioid: 71.3 dB
- Dimensions49 mm
More about the KSM Series from Shure
The KSM Series of microphones is Shure’s premium range of studio mics for vocals and instruments. Boasting full frequency response and minimized proximity effect, all KSM models are designed to capture transients with more top-end and clarity than entry-level dynamic mics. They deliver natural sound reproduction, wide dynamic range, condenser-caliber sensitivity, and low self-noise. Capable of capturing the smallest nuances and subtleties of your audio, KSM is ideal for meeting the demands of audio professionals including singers, instrumentalists, and engineers. This family of mics is a great addition to audio setups including recording studios and live stage venues.
