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Shure SM57 Cardioid DynaMic Instrument Microphone



A snare crack. An arpeggiated chord. A powerful saxophone solo. Whether on stage or in the studio, the notes that flow from your instrument connects your audience on a visceral level. And such sounds need a mic that can handle its strength. For every acoustic condition, the SM57 delivers the power of your playing to every fan in the house.

  • Frequency response tailored for drums, guitars, and vocals
  • 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
  • Supplied break-resistant swivel adapter that rotates 180°
  • Legendary Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability



    Specs:

    • Type: Dynamic
    • Frequency Response: 40 to 15,000 Hz
    • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
    • Sensitivity: (at 1,000 Hz Open circuit voltage)
    • Open circuit voltage: -56.0 dBV/Pa* (1.6 mV) *(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
    • Impedance: Rated impedance is 150 Ω (310 Ω 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
    • Case: Dark gray, enamel-painted, die-cast steel with a polycarbonate grille and a stainless steel screen
    • Connector: Three-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)
    • Weight: 284 g
    • Dimensions: 157 mm L x 32 mm W