Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

The legendary Shure SM57 is an industry-standard, highly versatile cardioid dynamic microphone tuned for the clean reproduction of amplified and acoustic instruments.The legendary SM57 is an industry-standard, highly versatile cardioid dynamic microphone tuned for the clean reproduction of amplified and acoustic instruments. The SM57 is ideal for sound reinforcement and recording applications. Dynamic mics have a simple, rugged construction and can handle very high sound pressure levels.

WHAT IS THE SM57 BEST SUITED TO?
It’s the most popular choice for a professional musician who wants to mic up their amplified or acoustic instrument such as a guitar amp or bass amp, saxophone, trumpet or drums. It is used on stages and in studios around the world.

HOW DOES IT SOUND?
The contoured frequency response with its presence rise, helps the instrument cut better through the main mix. The extremely effective cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source and will simply record what you point at it while rejecting sound from the rear.

Features

• Contoured frequency response for clean, instrumental reproduction and rich vocal pickup
• Professional-quality reproduction for drum, percussion, and instrument amplifier miking
• Uniform cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while reducing background noise
• Picks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.
• Pneumatic shock-mount system cuts down handling noise
• Extremely durable under the heaviest use
• Frequency response: 40 to 15,000 Hz

Specifications

• Transducer Type: Dynamic
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 40 Hz - 15 kHz
• Sensitivity (1kHz): -54.5 dBV/Pa / 1.88 mV/Pa
• Impedance: 150 Ohms
• Connector: 3-pin Male XLR
• Case: Dark grey enamel, die-cast steel with polycarbonate grille and stainless steel screen
• Includes: Swivel Stand Adapter, Storage Bag
• Weight: 284g