Shure SM57-LC Instrument Dynamic Microphone – Cardioid

Features of the Shure SM57-LC Handheld Dynamic Microphone – Cardioid:

• 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

Specifications:

Type
Dynamic

Frequency Response
40 to 15,000 Hz

Polar Pattern
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 grey, enamel-painted, die-cast steel with a polycarbonate grille and a stainless steel screen.

Net Weight (without cable)

284 grams (10 oz)