Shure SM58® Dynamic Vocal Microphone

Application

Suggested Microphone Placement

Tone Quality

Vocals

Lips less than 15 cm (6 in.) away or touching the windscreen, on axis to microphone.

Robust sound, emphasized bass, maximum isolation from other sources.

15 to 60 cm (6 in. to 2 ft.) away from mouth, just above nose height.

Natural sound, reduced bass.

20 to 60 cm (8 in. to 2 ft.) away from mouth, slightly off to one side.

Natural sound, reduced bass and minimal “s” sounds.

90 cm to 1.8 m (3 to 6 ft.) away.

Thinner, distant sound; noticeable levels of ambient noise.

Description

The Shure SM58^® is a unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone for professional 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 shockmount 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.

Features

Performance tested, industry standard
Uniform cardioid pick-up pattern for maximum gain before feedback and excellent rejection of off-axis sound
Tailored frequency response specifically shaped for vocals, with brightened midrange and bass roll off to control proximity effect
Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
Steel-mesh grille and enamel-coated metal construction resist wear and abuse
Effective built in pop-filter reduces undesirable wind and breathe noise
Furnished with zippered storage bag and break-resistant stand adapter
On/Off switch (SM58S and SM58SE only)
Extremely durable under the heaviest use
Shure quality, ruggedness and reliability

Overview

If you’ve ever heard someone sing or speak into a live microphone, there’s an excellent chance it was an SM58. Rock stars. Pop idols. Comedians. Presidents. Popes. Immortal words have passed through its iconic grille for generations. And with engineering and durability that set the world standard, it’s sure to keep turning up at legendary performances.

A legend that cuts through the noise.

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

The legendary Shure SM58 vocal microphone is designed for professional vocal use in live performance, sound reinforcement, and studio recording. Its tailored vocal response for sound is a world standard for singing or speech. A highly effective, built-in spherical filter minimizes wind and breath “pop” noise. A unidirectional (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 indoor

Specifications

Element Type	Dynamic (moving coil)
Frequency Response	50 to 15,000 Hz
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Sensitivity	at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage -56.0 dBV/Pa [1] (1.6 mV)
Polarity	Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
Out Impedance	300 Ω
Microphone Connector	3-pin, XLR-type
Housing	Enamel-painted die cast metal with spherical steel mesh grille. 1 dBV/Pa= 94 dB SPL
Dimensions	162mm (6.38 inches) = Length, 51mm (2 inches) = Diameter
Accessories Included	–
Net Weight	0.33 kg (0.72 lb)
Shipping Weight	1.35 lbs (0.61 kg)

Application	Suggested Microphone Placement	Tone Quality
Vocals	Lips less than 15 cm (6 in.) away or touching the windscreen, on axis to microphone.	Robust sound, emphasized bass, maximum isolation from other sources.
	15 to 60 cm (6 in. to 2 ft.) away from mouth, just above nose height.	Natural sound, reduced bass.
	20 to 60 cm (8 in. to 2 ft.) away from mouth, slightly off to one side.	Natural sound, reduced bass and minimal “s” sounds.
	90 cm to 1.8 m (3 to 6 ft.) away.	Thinner, distant sound; noticeable levels of ambient noise.

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