Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

The Shure SM57, part of Shure's legendary SM Series of professional dynamic microphones, takes instrument and vocal capture to a new level with its time-tested acoustic design, exceptional durability and unrivaled versatility across live and studio environments. This cardioid dynamic instrument microphone is built entirely around Shure's most advanced transducer engineering, delivering a bright, clean sound with a carefully contoured presence rise that helps instruments cut through any mix. Its uniform cardioid pickup pattern isolates the primary sound source while rejecting off-axis noise and bleed, making it the definitive choice for close-miking amplifiers, drums, brass instruments and vocals alike. The SM57's pneumatic shock-mount system eliminates mechanical noise and handling vibration, while its rugged die-cast steel construction ensures consistent, reliable performance night after night — from rehearsal rooms to the world's largest stages, and even the presidential podium.

General Specifications:

• Transducer Type: Dynamic
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid (unidirectional, rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis)
• Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 15,000 Hz
• Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz): -56.0 dBV/Pa (1.6 mV) / 1 Pa = 94 dB SPL
• Impedance: 150Ω rated (310Ω actual); for low-impedance microphone inputs
• Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on Pin 2 relative to Pin 3
• Connector: 3-pin professional XLR (male)
• Power Requirements: None (no phantom power required)
• Case: Dark gray enamel-painted die-cast steel with polycarbonate grille and stainless steel screen

Dimensions:

• Length: 157 mm (6-3/16 in.)
• Width (widest point): 32 mm (1-1/4 in.)
• Net Weight: 284 g (10 oz.)

Features:

• Frequency response tailored specifically for drums, guitar amplifiers, brass and vocals with natural presence boost for enhanced clarity and attack
• Uniform cardioid pickup pattern provides maximum gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound and stage bleed
• Advanced pneumatic shock-mount system minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and handling vibration for clean, artifact-free recordings
• Handles extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL) without distortion — ideal for loud instrument sources such as snare drums and guitar cabinets
• Rugged die-cast steel housing with enamel coating and polycarbonate grille withstand the demands of heavy touring and daily studio use
• No phantom power required — plug-and-play compatibility with any XLR-equipped mixer, interface or preamplifier
• Includes break-resistant swivel adapter adjustable through 180° with standard 5/8 in.-27 thread, and zippered storage bag
• Trusted by live sound engineers, studio producers and performers worldwide for over five decades

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