The Shure KSM353 Ribbon Microphone is a premium bi-directional ribbon mic crafted for pristine audio in studio and concert hall applications. Proprietary Roswellite technology provides revolutionary ribbon resilience and durability under extreme conditions. Hand assembled from state-of-the art transducers, transformers and metals, it delivers prestigious vocal and acoustic performance.
The Shure KSM353 Ribbon Microphone is best suited to intimate vocal applications. This bi-directional ribbon mic designed to provide premier, symmetrical audio with off-axis rejection. It features an increased durability and a dual-sided transformer that minimizes signal loss while stopping RF interference. Renowned for being extremely delicate, the Shure KSM353’s high-tensile strength, toughness and shape memory of Roswellite™ ribbon material replaces traditional foil ribbons for superior resilience at extreme SPLs and allows the microphone to be more durable.
The Shure KSM353 Ribbon Microphone is hand assembled in the USA from state-of-the art transducers, transformers and metals.
Shure KSM353 Ribbon Microphone Applications
- Studio vocals
- Orchestra ensembles
- Acoustic instruments
- Ambient or room pickup
- Voice-over for film or broadcast
Shure KSM353 Ribbon Microphone Features
- Bi-directional polar pattern delivers premier, completely symmetrical audio with superior off-axis rejection
- Revolutionary Roswellite™ proprietary ribbon material replaces traditional foil ribbons with high tensile strength, toughness and shape memory that provides superior resilience at extreme SPLs
- Custom ribbon motor assembly tailors bass response without attenuating the overall output for full low and mid ranges, and superior upper range presence from a rising frequency response
- Double-shielded matched full-sized transformer minimizes signal loss and maximizes output while reducing magnetic and RF interference from 90 degree placement, offset relative to the ribbon
- 146 dB SPL across 30 – 15,000 Hz frequency response ideal for capturing fast transients in vocals, acoustic instruments and concert halls
- Legendary Shure quality and superior construction from hand-assembly of machined steel, silver, gold and aluminum materials, and housed in a pure stainless steel casing
- Spring-loaded suspension shock mount for flexible, fully-isolated stand mounting
- Upright protective wood case for storage when not in use
Shure KSM353 Ribbon Microphone Specifications
- Transducer Type: Roswellite® Ribbon
- Polar Pattern: Bidirectional
- Frequency Response: 30 to 15,000 Hz
- Output Impedance: 330 Ohm
- Sensitivity (Open Circuit Voltage, @ 1 kHz, Typical): -53.5 dBV/Pa (2.11 mV)
- Maximum SPL: 146 dB
- Polarity: Positive Pressure on Diaphragm Produces Positive Voltage on Pin 2 with Respect to Pin 3
- Housing: Machined Stainless Steel
- Dimensions: Diameter; 4.83 cm (1.9 in), Height; 15.75 cm (6.2 in)
- Weight: 633 g (1.4 lbs), with Shockmount; 950 g (2.1 lbs)
Shure KSM353 Ribbon Microphone Includes
- 1 x Shure KSM353 Ribbon Microphone
- 1 x Shure A300SM ShureLock® Wire Rope Shock Mount
- 1 x Shure AK353C Zippered Carrying Case
- 1 x Shure A300PC Polishing Cloth
- 1 x Shure A353VB Velveteen Pouch
- 2 Year Warranty
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