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Shure SM58 Dynamic Vocal Microphone

The Shure SM58 Microphone has been a standard on stages throughout the world for years with its unmistakable sound and unsurpassed reliability. A carefully tailored frequency rise at about 4,000 Hz makes the vocals stand out in the mix and yet keeps them smooth and Easy On The Ears. It's no surprise that the SM58 is the most popular mic in the world. The SM58 has a cardiod (unidirectional) polar pattern, 50-15,000 Hz frequency response, and is a low-impedance microphone.

Shure includes a mic stand adapter and a zippered storage pouch.

Consistently the first choice of performers around the globe, the SM58 vocal microphone is a genuine world standard and a true audio legend.
The Shure SM58 is a unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone designed for professonal vocal use in sound reinforcement and studio recording. 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. The SM58 has a tailored vocal response for a sound which is a world standard. 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, singing or speech - the SM58 is the overwhelming choice of professionals worldwide.

Shure SM58 Features

Smooth, mid-frequency presence rise provides the distinct, world-famous SM58 sound
Uniform cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source and minimizes background noise
Pneumatic shock-mount system cuts down handling noise
Rugged construction for extreme reliability in demanding applications
Effective, built-in spherical wind and pop filter
Frequency response: 50 to 15,000 Hz
Supplied with break-resistant stand adapter which rotates 180 degrees
Legendary Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability
Variations: SM58 or SM58S (With On/Off Switch)

PROXIMITY EFFECT
When the sound source is less than 1/4 in. from the microphone, the microphone boosts bass frequencies (by 6 to 10 dB at 100 Hz), creating a warmer and richer bass sound than when farther away. This effect, known as proximity effect, happens only in unidirectional dynamic microphones like the SM58. The SM58 low-frequency roll-off provides greater control, allowing the user to take full advantage of proximity effect.

APPLICATIONS AND PLACEMENT
The SM58 is ideal for close-up vocals and can be held in the hand or mounted on a stand. Some of the most common applications and placement techniques are listed in the following table. Keep in mind that microphone technique is largely a matter of personal taste—there is no one correct microphone position.

Lead & Backup Vocals

SUGGESTED MICROPHONE PLACEMENT: Lips less than 6 inches away or touching the windscreen, on axis to microphone.
TONE QUALITY: Robust sound, emphasized bass, maximum isolation from other sources.

Speech

SUGGESTED MICROPHONE PLACEMENT: 6 in. to 2 ft. away from mouth, just above nose height.
TONE QUALITY: Natural sound, reduced bass.
SUGGESTED MICROPHONE PLACEMENT: 8 in to 2 ft. away from mouth, slightly off to one side.
TONE QUALITY: Natural sound, reduced bass and minimal ESS sounds.
SUGGESTED MICROPHONE PLACEMENT: 3 ft. to 6 ft. away.
TONE QUALITY: Thinner; distant sound; ambience.