Brand: Shure (OEM)
The Shure M495 ED is an electrostatic condenser microphone capcule originally designed for use in Shure's premium KSM141 microphone. It is specifically optimized for a flatter frequency response and higher sensitivity to capture detailed and nuanced sound in broadcast, music, and studio production environments. The ED stands for "extended diaphragm," which refers to the large, low-mass diaphragm that provides a wide 180-degree polar pickup pattern for a broad, natural sound. The M495 ED is sold in an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) format, meaning it is intended for use by other manufacturers in their own high-end microphones.