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SM58 Facts vs. Fiction!
The legendary Shure SM58® vocal microphone is the industry standard for live performance, sound reinforcement, and studio recording. Being the most popular microphone in the world creates a mystique, as well as, some myths! To separate fact from fiction, we have put together a four part video series that sets the record straight—about the SM58!
October 01, 2012 |
The legendary Shure SM58® vocal microphone is the industry standard for live performance, sound reinforcement, and studio recording. Being the most popular microphone in the world creates a mystique, as well as, some myths! To separate fact from fiction, we have put together a four part video series that sets the record straight—about the SM58!
In Part I, we discuss the myth that the SM58 is "old technology".
It's true that the SM58 has been around longer than many bands. But believe it or not, the technology that makes it work is still cutting-edge today! In this video, Shure's Chad Wiggins explains why other dynamic mic manufacturers work so hard at imitating the fabled 58 – and the one thing they all get wrong.
SM58 Facts vs Fiction Overview
Davida Rochman
A Shure associate since 1979, Davida Rochman graduated with a degree in Speech Communications and never imagined that her first post-college job would result in a lifelong career that had her marketing microphones rather than speaking into them. Today, Davida is a Corporate Public Relations Manager, responsible for public relations activities, sponsorships, and donation programs that intersect with Shure at the corporate and industry level.