As a multiple pattern (cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional) condenser microphone the KSM44 offers great flexibility in a variety of recording applications. It is designed as a premium vocal microphone for studio recording but additional recommended applications include:

• Acoustic and wind instruments
• Lead and backup vocals
  
• Low frequency instruments -- such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum
• Overhead miking -- drums or percussion
• Ensembles - choral or orchestral

• Dual 1-inch, externally biased, ultra-thin, 2.5 micron, 24-karat gold-layered, low mass, Mylar® diaphragms provide superior transient response
• Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response and no crossover distortion; Minimizes harmonic distortions
• Full-range frequency response (20 Hz - 20 KHz) for an extremely accurate reproduction of voice and instruments
• Extremely low self noise (7 dBA) for critical studio vocal recording
• Premium electronic components and gold-plated internal and external connectors
• Subsonic filter eliminates rumble from mechanical vibration below 17 Hz
• 15 dB attenuation switch for handling high input SPL sound sources
• 3-position switchable low-frequency filter virtually eliminates unwanted background noise and controls proximity effect
• Durable zinc die-cast housing and hardened low carbon steel grille to protect the cartridge from accidental drops or misuse
• Uniform polar response provides natural off-axis response for critical recording
• An integrated three-stage pop protection grille to guard against wind and breath noise
• An internal shock mount to reduce unwanted handling and stand noise