SM58 Vocal Microphone

The Shure SM58® unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone is designed for professional vocal use in live performance, sound reinforcement, and studio recording. It has a tailored vocal response for a sound which is a world standard for singing or speech. A highly effective, built-in spherical filter minimizes wind and breath "pop" noise. A cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while minimizing unwanted background noise.

Rugged construction, a proven shock-mount system, and a steel mesh grille ensure that even with rough handling, the SM58 will perform consistently,
outdoors or indoors.

Specifications

• Type :: Dynamic (moving coil)
• Frequency Response :: 50 to 15,000 Hz
• Polar Pattern :: Unidirectional (cardioid), rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis, uniform with frequency
• Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz Open Circuit Voltage) :: -54.5 dBV/Pa (1.85 mV) :: 1 Pa = 94 dB SPL
• Impedance :: Rated impedance is 150 ohms (300 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 metal; matte-finished, silver, spherical steel mesh grille
• Net Weight :: 298 grams (10.5 oz)

Features

• Frequency response tailored for vocals, with brightened midrange and bass rolloff
• Uniform cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source and minimizes background noise
• Pneumatic shock-mount system cuts down handling noise
• Effective, built-in spherical wind and pop filter
• Supplied with break-resistant stand adapter which rotates 180 degrees
• Legendary Shure quality, ruggedness and reliability
• Cardioid (unidirectional) dynamic
• Frequency response: 50 to 15,000 Hz

Application

Live vocal performance where crystal clear quality sound is imperative