The ksm27?

[limetree]

Hey guys, this isn't a "is this mic good?" or "Whats a good mic to get for x amount of money" post, Im already planning to purchase a ksm27 as I'm looking for an upgrade from my studio projecs b1, and ive used the ksm27 before in a past band and loved it, plus i can get it really cheap on ebay. My question is this though, : does anyone know why this mic was discontinued? Im wondering if theres a big flaw i dont know about, a malfunction or something. If anyone knows I'd appreciateit, can't find it on google.

 

[PaddyGordon]

They brought out the SM27 as the new version.

Has less noise, a higher SPL limit and stuff.
Although I prefer the look of the KSM

The mic is cracking, Do not regret buying it at all.


Differences between KSM27 and SM27
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Here's some acoustic stuff I done with only an SM27 via an Apogee duet.

I added some reverb and compression with logic.

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This piano was NOT recorded with the SM27 (It's the Alicia's Keys Plugin) but her voice was.

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The Mic is used for the vocals and the ride cymbal on the drums in these recordings.
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[PaddyGordon]

I meant to add, they've recently added the BETA 27 microphone, it's a step up from the SM one, I think that's why they brought the original KSM down to just SM.

Shure Americas | BETA 27 Instrument Microphone | Precision, Sensitivity, Vocal, Instrument

 

[limetree]

Thanks for the amazingly helpful response. I will definitely go ahead and get it now just wanted to make sure there wasnt a recall or anything. Cheers!

 

[PaddyGordon]

No prob!

The only problem I found with them is that with most things I record, I have to cut out about 5dB between 500-700hz.
Other than that it's a great mic that I've used for Vocals, Drum Cymbals, Guitar Amps, Bass Amps etc... and it's never failed me.

Only had it about 5/6 Months though

 

[moresound]

They do get scooped up quickly when they show up for sale.

 

[yodhan]

I got a KSM27 from a friend for $90 (his asking price, not me low-balling him). I have used as an overhead for drums, vocals, guitar cab mic. I love it. I kind of wish I had 2 or three more for larger recording projects.

 

[moresound]

I got a KSM27 from a friend for $90 (his asking price, not me low-balling him). I have used as an overhead for drums, vocals, guitar cab mic. I love it. I kind of wish I had 2 or three more for larger recording projects.

You lucky dog!