Applications
The KSM353 is a premium microphone, capturing superior audio quality in a wide range of environ-
ments. The following are some suggested applications:
• Studio vocals
• Orchestra ensembles
• Acoustic instruments
• Ambient or room pickup
• Voice-over for film or broadcast
Stereo Techniques
• Blumlein: Use a pair of KSM353 microphones for natural stereo representation. Excellent for
grand piano, orchestras, or large ensembles.
• Mid-side (M-S): Use a KSM353 with a cardioid microphone, such as the KSM137 or KSM32, to
produce a variable-controlled stereo image without moving the microphone.
Positioning
Position the front of the microphone, with the "SHURE" logo,
towards the desired sound source. Position the sides, the null
points of a bidirectional microphone, towards any unwanted
sound sources.
Note: When addressing the back side of a bidirectional micro-
phone, please remember to invert the signal polarity. Shure's
A15PRS accessory is an in-line, balanced, polarity-reversing
switch capable of this operation and is available online at:
store.shure.com
Mounting the Microphone
The supplied suspension mount is designed with military-grade, wire rope technology, providing
superior resilience and shock absorption. Thread the mount onto a floor or boom stand and insert
the microphone.
For discreet placement or when space is limited, use a hard stand mount. Visit www.shure.com for
more information.
Suspension Mount
(furnished)
Stand Mount (op-
tional accessory)
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