Shure | KSM137 | Class A Cardiod Pencil Microphone

The KSM137 is an end-address condenser microphone with a single cardioid polar pattern. Designed for studio use, yet rugged enough for live applications, the KSM137 can withstand extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL). Its low self-noise and extended frequency response make it ideal for recording instruments. 

Versatile, durable, and precise, the KSM137 is an outstanding microphone for instruments ranging from percussion to wind, strings to brass, and piano to guitar.

Features

Highly consistent cardioid polar pattern

Ultra-thin, 2.5 micron, 24 karat gold-layered, low mass Mylar® diaphragm for superior transient response

Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response, no crossover distortion, and minimal harmonic and intermodulation distortion

Premium electronic components, including gold-plated internal and external connectors

Subsonic filter eliminates low frequency rumble (less than 17 Hz) caused by mechanical vibration

Switchable 15 dB pad for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
3-position switchable pad (0 dB, 15 dB, and 25 dB) for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
3-position switchable low-frequency filter reduces background noise and counteracts proximity effect
Performance Characteristics

Extended frequency response
Exceptional reproduction of low-frequency sounds

Can withstand high sound pressure levels (SPL)
Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency interference  
Common Applications

Acoustic instruments -- such as piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings
Wind instruments -- brass and woodwind
Low frequency instruments -- such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum
Overhead miking -- drums or percussion
Ensembles -- choral or orchestral
Room ambiance pick-up -- guitar amplifier or drums