Shure SM57 Dynamic Microphone

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The legendary Shure SM57 microphone is exceptional for musical instrument pickup and vocals. With its bright, clean sound and contoured frequency response, the SM57 is ideal for live sound reinforcement and recording. It has an extremely effective cardioid pickup pattern which isolates the main sound source while minimizing background noise. In the studio, it is excellent for recording drums, guitar, and woodwinds.

The SM57`s outstanding performance, legendary reliability, and diversity of application make this "workhorse" the choice of performers, producers, and sound engineers worldwide.

Shure SM57 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

Pneumatic shock-mount system cuts down handling noise

Extremely durable under the heaviest use

Frequency response: 40 to 15,000 Hz

Shure SM57 Specifications

Type

      Dynamic 

Frequency Response

      40 to 15,000 Hz

Polar Pattern

Unidirectional (cardioid), rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis, uniform with frequency.

Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz)

Open Circuit Voltage: -56.0 dBV/Pa* (1.6 mV)

*(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)

Impedance

Rated impedance is 150 ohms (310 ohms actual) for connection to microphone inputs rated low impedance.

Polarity

Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3.

Connector

Three-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type).

Case

Dark gray, enamel-painted, die-cast steel with a polycarbonate grille and a stainless steel screen.

Dimensions

See User Guide.

Net Weight (without cable)

284 grams (10 oz)