Shure A95U
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Shure
A95U
Product Info
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The Shure A95U is a workhorse transformer for adding a touch of vintage character to your signal. It's a fantastic budget-friendly option for vocalists, acoustic instrument players, or anyone wanting to subtly warm up a sterile-sounding PA system—especially useful for older consoles or mic preamps that might benefit from a little extra color.
Product Description
- Shure A95U
- Transformer
- A low / high impedance
- Impedance: 75 - 300 Ohm
- Frequency range: 20 - 20
- 000 Hz
- Connector: XLR male connector
PROS
- • Solid steel housing provides excellent shielding from stage noise and interference.
- • Transformer design offers a vintage-style warmth and subtle saturation.
- • Wide impedance range (75-300 Ohms) provides flexible matching to various preamps.
- • Robust XLR connector ensures reliable signal transfer and durability for gigging.
CONS
- • Limited frequency response compared to modern, flatter-response transformers.
- • Adds a slight coloration; may not suit all applications requiring pristine transparency.
- • Transformer introduces a small amount of latency, negligible for most uses.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Transformer
Functions
Impedance Matching, Tone Shaping
Display
None
Connections
XLR Male
Power
Passive
Weight
Approximately 0.75 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a more affordable alternative to boutique transformers; the A95U delivers a classic Shure sound without the premium price tag, though the coloration is more subtle than some higher-end models.
While transformers can introduce some hiss, the A95U is well-shielded and generally clean, especially when used at reasonable levels; excessive gain will always amplify any inherent noise.
Absolutely, the wide impedance range makes it perfectly compatible with most dynamic microphones commonly used in live sound applications; it helps to optimize the signal for better gain and tone.
