The Shure KSM141/SL Condenser Microphonefrom Shure KSM141/SL Condenser Microphoneis a switchable-polar-pattern condenser studio microphone designed for instrument recording and sound reinforcement. The capsule's pattern is switchable between omnidirectional and cardioid pick up. Omnidirectional offers a more generous pickup area while cardioid offers attenuation of noise and ambiance at the off-axis sections of the microphone. In addition, the microphone offers a wide 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response making it a flexible solution for a variety of applications. The KSM141/SL's element features a permanently biased transducer design resulting in clean, accurate signal reproduction and frequency response. The transformerless Class-A output circuitry provides a noise-free-output signal path while maintaining high gain levels.

There is a 3-position low-frequency roll-off switch, eliminating low-frequency rumble noise and counteracting proximity effect. The KSM141/SL handles high sound-pressure levels and features a 3-position pad switch providing attenuation at 0, 15, 25 dB. This allows for confident miking of instruments high in transient response such as drums, percussion, and brass. The microphone is also suitable for recording piano, strings, guitar, and woodwinds. The KSM141/SL ships with a case, a microphone clip, and a foam windscreen.

Switchable Polar Patterns    Constant Cardioid    True Omnidirectional    Class-A Design    Discrete, Transformerless Preamp    Handles High SPL    Integrated High-Pass Filter: 3-Position    Attenuation Switch: 0, -15, -25 dB    Includes Case, Windscreen, and Clip

The KSM141/SL features switchable polar patterns. Omnidirectional offers a generous pickup pattern suitable for recording ambiance, vocal groups etc. The cardioid pattern is tighter and provides effective rejection of off-axis signal.

The transformerless, Class-A output circuitry provides a noise free output signal path while maintaining high gain levels.

The KSM141/SL provides flexible low-frequency attenuation, eliminating low-frequency noise and rumble.

The 0, 15, and 25 dB Pad switch adds greater SPL-handling allowing the microphone to withstand high audio levels without distortion.

The microphone offers a wide 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response making it a flexible microphone for a variety of applications.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I use this to teach yoga while on the zoom app?

A: The SM31 is a good option for fitness applications like teaching yoga. Since this is just a microphone and not a complete wireless system, you may want to consider purchasing a complete system with the same mic included such as Shure BLX14/SM31 Wireless Cardioid Fitness Headset Microphone System (B&H # SHB14SM31H10).

Q: 2. Can I use this mic for rap vocals or any type of music vocals??

A: This mic is great for rap vocals. It has great clarity and sound.

Q: 3. Everybody tells me that this mic is great for loud environments. I could use that. But what's the max SPL?

A: 148db with pad

Q: 4. Does this microphone sound any better with the GLDX 14 than the BLX 14? We commonly have music playing and want to make sure our instructor's voice is clear and retains a dynamic profile.

A: The Shure SM31FH Fitness Headset Condenser Microphone will sound the same with both wireless systems. The PA that you are connecting the wireless mic system and music to will most likely have more of an affect on the clarity of the sound.

Q: 5. Hi, I was just wondering. Is it possible to connect Shure VP88 to Sony PCM-D100? And how? And is there any disadvantage in doing that? (recording quality, etc.) All the best, Emil

A: The Shure VP88 can be used with a portable recorder such as the D-100 when set to stereo mode and using the internal battery power. To connect to the 3.5mm input on the recorder would require the included Y cable and additional adapter cable. There would be no disadvantage, however the PCM-D100 is designed primarily for use with the internal mics, and a mic such as the Shure would benefit from a unit with XLR inputs and higher quality preamps.

Q: 6. I have a SHURE BLX4 J10 and BLX1 J10. Is it possible that the Shure SM31FH is compatible with these?

A: Yes. These cmponents are compatible.

Q: 7. Hi - would there be any advantages in sound quality of buying this over the sound I already get from the Sony PCM-D100 built in mics? I realise they're XY and this is an MS mic but I'm hoping to record two things acoustic singer songwriter bits and also some ambience from a forrest and wondered if the sound from using this VP88 into a mixer (mixpre-d) line out into the line in of the PCM-D100 would yield better results than just using the built in mics on the pcm-d100.

A: Although the built-in mics of the Sony PCM-D100 are very good, this Shure VP-88 offers a very large improvement. Along with better sound, this external mic offers the flexibility of distance and placement away from the recorder.

Q: 8. How does the KSM141/SL ST pair differ from the previous KSM141/ST pair?

A: There does not appear to be any difference at all between the current and older versions of the Shure KSM141/SL ST PAIR Condenser Microphone (Stereo Pair).

Q: 9. I'm looking for a wireless/blue tooth headset microphone and personal amplifier/speaker. Any suggestions?

A: This is not a bluetooth headset. this is a wired headset to use with a bodypack transmitter.

Q: 10. Does this heaset have the cable attached to connect to the transmitter bodypack? Or is the cable purcahsed separately

A: The Shure SM31FH Fitness Headset Condenser Microphone has an attached 45" cable with a TA4F connector, so it is ready to use with a Shure bodypack transmitter or another wireless transmitter that uses a TA4F input connector.