Shure KSM40C Cardioid Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Studio Bundle (Charcoal)

Dual-Diaphragm Precision. The Studio Condenser That Hears Everything.

The Shure KSM40C is a premium large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone featuring a dual-diaphragm capsule design that delivers an exceptionally flat, extended frequency response with remarkable consistency across the polar pattern. Positioned above the KSM32 in Shure's professional studio lineup, the KSM40 is engineered for the most demanding vocal and instrument recording applications where accuracy, low noise, and musical transparency are non-negotiable.

This studio bundle includes the KSM40C microphone with shockmount and accessories — everything you need to get recording at the highest level, right out of the box.

Key Features

• Dual-diaphragm capsule design — exceptionally flat, consistent frequency response across the polar pattern
• Ultra-thin 24-karat gold-layered Mylar diaphragms — superior transient response and detail
• Class A, transformerless preamplifier — ultra-low noise, high headroom, transparent sound
• Cardioid polar pattern — focused pickup with excellent off-axis rejection
• Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz — extended, flat response for accurate monitoring
• Self-noise: 5dB A-weighted — among the lowest of any studio condenser at this price
• Maximum SPL: 163dB (with pad) — exceptional headroom for the loudest sources
• Switchable 15dB and 25dB pad options
• Switchable 3-position low-frequency filter (flat, 6dB/octave, 18dB/octave)
• Subsonic filter eliminates low-frequency mechanical noise
• Requires 48V phantom power
• Charcoal (C) finish

Ideal For

• Lead vocal recording — the definitive studio vocal mic at this price point
• Acoustic guitar and stringed instruments
• Piano and keyboard recording
• Drum overheads and room miking
• Brass, woodwind, and orchestral instruments
• Any application demanding the lowest possible noise floor

In the Box

• Shure KSM40 large-diaphragm condenser microphone (Charcoal)
• Shockmount
• Foam windscreen
• Zippered carrying pouch