Detail 01
Embossed Mylar diaphragm
Designed to respond to subtle attack and decay from vocals or acoustic instruments.
Product detailSKU #1500000478206
ShureKSM32C/HM Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
KSM32C/HM is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone for recording vocals and acoustic instruments with controlled off-axis pickup. Its 0.75-inch embossed Mylar diaphragm is designed to capture subtle attack and decay, while the cardioid pattern concentrates capture on the intended source. The microphone has a -15dB pad and a 152dB maximum SPL rating for quiet and more dynamic sources. A hard mount and foam windscreen support quick positioning, and the protective case keeps the setup together between sessions.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Vocal sessions and acoustic-instrument overdubs requiring focused cardioid capture.
- Tightly arranged tracking sessions where reducing side and rear sound is useful.
- Recording workflows that need a hard mount and foam windscreen ready for placement changes.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Cardioid polar pattern
Rejects sound from the sides and rear while concentrating on the intended source.
Detail 03
-15dB pad
Provides an additional setting for higher-level sources.
Detail 04
48V phantom power
The microphone requires 48V phantom power for operation.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Use an XLR connection and provide 48V phantom power.
- 02A hard mount, flocked foam windscreen, thread adapter, and protective case are included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What mounting and protection accessories are included?
The KSM32C/HM includes a hard mount, thread adapter, flocked foam windscreen, and protective case.
02What is the capsule size?
0.75 inch (19mm).
03Does it require phantom power?
Yes. It requires 48V phantom power.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
- Diaphragm Material
- Embossed Mylar
2 detailsConnections & power
- Connector
- XLR
- Power Source
- 48V phantom power
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Protective case included
9 detailsOther
- Thread Adapter
- Included
- Microphone Class
- Condenser
- Hard Mount
- Included
- Maximum SPL
- 152dB
- Pad
- -15dB
- Product Type
- Large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone
- Model
- KSM32C/HM
- Capsule Size
- 0.75 inch (19 mm)
- Windscreen
- Flocked foam windscreen included
