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The Definitive Shure KSM9 Review<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Stunning sound quality and total flexibility for your live vocals<\/strong> <\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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Reviewed by:<\/strong> Paul Narang
Review date:<\/strong> October 2022
Current price: <\/strong>Around $500<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shure KSM9 Review<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Pros:<\/strong><\/td>Cons:<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Accurate reproduction
Switchable cardioid\/super-cardioid
Good noise rejection
Clear, detailed sound<\/td>		Expensive
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Shure KSM9 Review<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

A premium-range handheld condenser vocal mic with a clear and authentic sound. This mic offers dynamic lows, balanced mids and sparkling highs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This mic has all the detail and nuance that you\u2019d expect from a studio condenser.  But with good noise-handling and clever engineering, the KSM9 brings all of these qualities to the stage. A perfect choice for precise, intimate live vocals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is it?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Shure are one of the industry leaders in vocal microphones. They’re probably best-known for their affordable handheld dynamic stage microphones. And of these, the SM57 and SM58 are industry-standard around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both the SM57 and SM58 are favoured for their workhorse-like reliability and durability. However many singers and sound engineers find themselves needing to upgrade to something a bit more hi-fi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enter the Shure KSM9 – a condenser mic for the live stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shure describe the KSM9 as \u201cthe first-ever handheld condenser with dual diaphragms and switchable polar patterns\u201d.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s a departure from their simply constructed dynamic live mics. Condenser mics are more often found in the studio, where they have the ability to capture small dynamic changes and high-frequency detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The KSM9 also switches between cardioid and supercardioid polar patterns, so it can easily adapt to different live environments and singing styles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

An internal shock mount offers the kind of durability you\u2019d expect from a live mic. So if you need that extra sparkle and clarity to give your live sound the edge, then this could be the handheld condenser for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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