All user reviews of 4/5 for the Shure KSM32

The Shure KSM32 is a large diaphragm condenser microphone that's for use in the studio or for broadcast purposes. The mic looks the same as most the others in the KSM series, like the KSM44 which is one that I've got more experience with. The KSM32 has a cardioid pick up pattern and has got a frequency response range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. It comes with it's own hard shell carrying case as well as a shock mount and mic clip.

OVERALL OPINION

The Shure KSM32 is a great option for a large diaphragm condenser microphone in any studio. It's best for the home studio owner looking for a great microphone at a great price, as it's got a professional sound without having to spend a ton of money. There are plenty of options in the KSM series, but the KSM32 is as good as any for the price. It's not as nice sounding as the KSM44, but it's also about half the price. I've used the microphone for a few different purposes, mostly as a vocal microphone. I recently helped out on a radio show that was broadcast from the studio I work at, and they were using this microphone for it. It was perfect for the job, as although there are better sounding mics out there for sure, this will get the job done in this situations more times than not. Having said this, I'd rather have a Shure SM7, which is about the same price or a little bit less and in my opinion is one of the best microphones out there, period. However, as far as condensers in this price range go, the KSM32 is definitely up there with the best. The KSM32 is worth looking into for anyone who's after a nice large diaphragm condenser at a more than reasonable price!

The Shure KSM32 is a side-address, cardioid condenser microphone for studio recording and live sound productions. It reproduces a natural sound of the original source. It's light weight (490 g). 55.9 mm (2.20 in.) maximum body diameter, 187 mm (7.37 in.) long. It's gold plated and uses the XLR input for a higher quality of sound. It's got a nice feature of switching from 0 or -15 dB. A low frequency Response switch -6 dB/octave below 115 Hz, -18 dB/octave below 80 Hz. It also using phantom power. If you are wanting to use this mic in your recording interface or PA, you better have some phantom power. It comes with a good mount for your mic stand and case to carry out for the road. The case does scratch up easily though. I would use a pop filter with this. I liked the strong grille and the metal construction. It really gives it a professional feel. Shure's manufacturing is affordable and durable "working class" musicians. It's easier to grasp, and no visible screws or mounting threads to disrupt the mic's elegant lines.

OVERALL OPINION

I've owned mine for 3 years now. It's works great. Dependable, and produces a great sound. Gives you a clear, sharp sound. I like that you can change the frequency response. I have a very low voice. I haven't tried any other models before but I'm think of upgrading to the Shure KSM44. I figure, it's a higher price, and better quality than this, so I must be sick! This mic is great for beginning musicians and studio/home studio owners. It really brings your recording to the next level. You can use this mic for recording your voice, acoustic guitar, brass or woodwind instruments, the electric bass, drums, a chorus, room ambience, or crashing electric guitar amps for a clean tune. Both the acoustic environment and microphone placement have effects on the sound obtained when miking a source. You need to experiment with these to achieve the best overall sound for each instrument. I've tried many trial and errors. It really makes a couple of months to ready get what works the best. I was using this mic to record my crate guitar amp. I was thinking how can I record this right? Putting the mic in the center, on the side, directly in front of the cone? My first CD I decided to record the guitar with this mic. I realized that the standard of SM57's worked just fine. I think the mic is pricey, but the result is great. I don't see how you can have a $4,000 condenser mic and pick up everything, included what's going on outside. This is perfect. Just enough to pick up what you want. At $550, it's not too bad.