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.
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
Replacement cartridge: R59
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)
(1) Shure SM58 Microphone (1) Microphone Stand Adapter (Mic Clip) (1) Storage Bag (1) Operator's Instructions
