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SM57 Instrument Microphone
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.
SM57-LC : Without Cable
SM57-LCE : Without Cable, with 5/8-inch to 3/8-inch thread adapter for mounting on European stands
Multi-purpose Shure microphone with contoured frequency response for clean sound reproduction of amplified or acoustic instruments. Cardioid, Dynamic.
- 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
- Replacement cartridge: R57
Type
Dynamic
Frequency Response
40 to 15,000 Hz
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- 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)
A2WS Locking Microphone Windscreen
Reduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with Shure SM57 and 545 Series microphones. Available in black and gray.
A25D Microphone Clip
Securely mounts the SM58, SM57, SM87A, Beta 87A and all other microphones with 3/4-inch and larger handles to a standard microphone stand.
A26M Dual Microphone Mount
Allows two Shure SM57, Beta 57A, or 545 Series microphones to be placed vertically on a standard microphone stand.
A55HM Snap-in "Shock Stopper" Mount
Shock Stopper Isolation Mount/Swivel Adapter, Half Mount, for SM57, SM58, Beta 57A, Beta 58A, Beta 87A, Beta 87C or any Shure tapered handle mic.
A55M Shock Mount Microphone Clip
Isolation mount and swivel adapter securely attaches Shure models SM57, SM58, SM86, Beta57A, Beta58A, Beta87A, and Beta87C to standard microphone stands.
A81WS Large Foam Microphone Windscreen
Reduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with the Shure end address microphones such as the Shure SM81, and SM57. Available in gray.
R57 Cartridge for SM56 and SM57
R57 Replacement Cartridge for Shure SM56 and SM57 Microphones.
RK244G Screen and Grille for SM57
Replacement screen and grille assembly for the Model SM57 microphone consisting of the complete screen and grille assembly, an extra retainer ring, and nameplate.| User Guide | English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese | ||
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