Shure KSE1200
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Shure Electrostatic Technology in a More Compact and Accessible Solution
The KSE1200 continues Shure's electrostatic performance legacy, aiming to offer a more compact and affordable audiophile experience while maintaining the high standards of this technology. The principle remains that of a true system: the electrostatic in-ear monitors are designed to work with their high-voltage amplifier to ensure proper power supply and faithful reproduction across the entire spectrum, including the extremes.
Who Is the Shure KSE1200 For, and In What Use Cases Does It Make a Difference?
The Shure KSE1200 targets listeners seeking high-definition sound on the go and at home: audiophiles, demanding musicians, sound engineers, or simply enthusiasts wanting to rediscover micro-details, clear instrument separation, and a stable soundstage. Designed for use with portable media players, it connects via Line-In and delivers premium listening quality with a compact footprint, while benefiting from the isolation typical of Sound Isolating in-ear monitors.
Dedicated Amplification, Gain Settings, and Premium Design
At the heart of the KSE1200, the combination of "electrostatic transducers + high-voltage amplifier" aims for fast, transparent, and nuanced reproduction. This architecture emphasizes attack precision, reverberation clarity, and dynamic control, with a frequency response rated from 10 Hz to 50 kHz.
An Amplifier Designed for Integration with Portable Players
The system's input stage was developed for coherent integration with high-end portable audio players. The gain is adjustable over a wide range, facilitating adaptation to various sources and output levels, while maintaining low background noise thanks to a high signal-to-noise ratio.
Isolated, Stable Listening Tailored for Analysis
With acoustic isolation up to 37 dB, the KSE1200 helps preserve detail at low volumes and reduces the impact of external noise. This isolation also contributes to a more consistent perception of bass and better focus on sound layers, appreciated both for pleasure listening and critical evaluation.
Robust Design and Battery Life Suitable for Long Sessions
The amplifier housing in black anodized aluminum is designed for mobile use. The rechargeable li-ion battery offers up to 12 hours of autonomy, with USB charging and a charge time of up to three hours for a full charge using a 1 A charger.
Technical specifications
| Category | earphone |
| Type | static |
| Format | in-ear |
| Design | in-ear |
| Detachable cable | No |
| Connectors | LEMO |
| Adjustable headset | No |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz - 50 kHz |
| SPL max | 113 dB |
| Adapter included | No |
| Color | Black |
| Weight | 155 g |
| Format / design | in-ear |
| Foldable | no |
| Wireless | no |
| Rotatable earbud | no |
| Transducer type | electrostatic |
| Maximum SPL | 113 dB SPL (1 kHz at 3% THD) |
| Acoustic isolation | up to 37 dB |
| Connector type | LEMO |
| Bias voltage | 200 V DC |
| Output voltage | +/- 200 V max. |
| Output current | up to 1 mA |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | up to 107 dB (A-weighted) |
| Adjustable gain range | -40 dB to +60 dB |
| Housing | black anodized aluminum |
| Line-In input | 3.5 mm mini-jack (1/8") |
| USB input | female USB micro-B port (DC input) |
| Earphone connectors | LEMO |
| Battery type | rechargeable li-ion |
| Nominal voltage | 3.6 V DC |
| Battery life | up to 12 hours |
| Charging requirements (USB) | 5 V / 0.5 A to 1 A |
| Charge time | up to three hours for full charge with a 1 A charger |
Questions frequently asked
What source can be connected to the Shure KSE1200?
The amplifier receives audio sources via a 3.5 mm mini-jack Line-In input. The adjustable gain from -40 dB to +60 dB allows adaptation to different portable media players.
What isolation do these in-ear monitors provide?
The acoustic isolation reaches up to 37 dB, which reduces external noise during listening.
Is the earphone cable replaceable?
The earphones use a non-detachable cable with LEMO connectors. Connection is made on the dedicated output of the high-voltage amplifier.
What is the battery life and how is the system recharged?
The rechargeable lithium-ion battery offers up to 12 hours of battery life. Charging is done via micro-USB B, requiring a 5 V power supply at 0.5 to 1 A. A full charge can take up to three hours with a 1 A charger.
What frequency response and sound level are specified?
The frequency response ranges from 10 Hz to 50 kHz. The maximum specified level is 113 dB SPL at 1 kHz, with 3% THD.



