The SHURE SM57 : VOCAL MICROPHONE is a cardioid dynamic microphone used in many applications including the USA's presidential podium for over 3 decades. It is a suitable choice for musical instrument pickup or for vocals. With its bright, clean sound and carefully contoured presence, the SM57-LC is ideal for live sound reinforcement and recording. It has an effective cardioid pickup pattern, which isolates the main sound source while minimizing background noise. In the studio, the SM57-LC is excellent for recording drums, guitar, and woodwinds. For musical instruments or vocals, the SM57-LC is a consistent choice of professional performers. Its outstanding performance, legendary reliability, and application diversity make this workhorse the choice of performers, producers, and sound engineers all over the world.
Microphone | |
Form Factor | Handheld |
Sound Field | Mono |
Capsule | Dynamic |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Orientation | End Address |
Pad | None |
High-Pass Filter | None |
Tone Adjustment | None |
On-Board Controls | On/Off |
Windscreen | Foam (Available Separately) |
Performance | |
Frequency Range | 70 Hz to 15 kHz |
Impedance | 600 Ohms |
Sensitivity | -53.5 dBV/Pa |
Connectivity | |
Output Connectors (Analog) | 1 x XLR 3-Pin (on Mic) |
Cable Length | 15' / 4.57 m |
Physical | |
Colour | Black |
Mounting | Mic Clip/Stand Adapter (Included) |
Mounting Thread Size | 5/8"-27 Female |
Included Case | Zipper Pouch |
Included Filters | None |
Operating Temperature | -20 to 165°F / -28.89 to 73.89°C |
Operating Humidity | 0 to 95% |
Weight | 10.58 oz / 300 g |