Large diaphragm, side-address cardioid condenser microphone for stage and studio applications.The Shure SM27 Cardioid Condenser Microphone is a cost-effective large diaphragm solution for capturing vocals and instruments in project studio recording applications. Among the SM27's features is a cardioid polar pattern, -15dB pad switch and 3-position low-cut filter switch. The cardioid capsule effectively minimizes off-axis noise while reducing feedback and a -15dB pad maximizes headroom, reducing peak noise and distortion caused by transient (peaking) audio signals. The SM27's 3-position low-cut filter switch minimizes low-frequency noise and proximity effect. Overall the SM27 is a modestly priced microphone that is sure to please musicians, vocalists, and experienced audio engineers alike. Cardioid polar pattern eliminates feedback and off-axis noise The -15dB pad switch maximizes headroom and minimizes distortion caused by peaks Three-position low-cut roll off switch minimizes low frequency noise.The SM27 is a rugged and versatile large-diaphragm, side-address cardioid condenser microphone. It has low self-noise and extended frequency response that picks up vocal and instrument nuances with clarity.The SM27 Multi-Purpose Microphone can be used for: Voice and vocals, Electric guitar amplifiers, Brass and woodwind instruments, Orchestras, choirs, and wind ensembles, Overhead miking of drums and percussion instruments, Close-miking of acoustic instruments such as piano, guitar, violins, drums, and percussion, Low-frequency instruments such as double bass and kick drum, and Room ambience pick-up (guitar amplifier or drums).The SM27 features: Extended frequency response, Low self-noise, Exceptional low-frequency reproduction, Can withstand high sound pressure levels (SPLs), High output level, No crossover distortion, Uniform polar response, and Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency