The Shure SM57-LC Microphone is a cardioid dynamic microphone used in many applications including the USA's presidential podium for over 3 decades. It is a suitable choice for musical instrument pickup or for vocals. With its bright, clean sound and carefully contoured presence rise, the SM57-LC is ideal for live sound reinforcement and recording. It has an effective cardioid pickup pattern, which isolates the main sound source while minimizing background noise.
In the studio, the SM57-LC is excellent for recording drums, guitar, and woodwinds. For musical instruments or vocals, the SM57-LC is a consistent choice of professional performers. Its outstanding performance, legendary reliability, and application diversity make this workhorse the choice of performers, producers, and sound engineers all over the world.
- For Drums, Guitars & Vocals
- Cardioid Polar Pattern
- Made for the Stage and Recording
- Includes Mic Clip & Bag
Shure SM57-LC Overview
Shure SM57-LC Specs
Primary Applications | Live Sound, Studio Recording |
Form Factor | Handheld / Stand/Boom Mount |
Intended Sound Sources | Vocals, Instrument |
Sound Field | Mono |
Operating Principle | Pressure Operated |
Capsule | 1 x Dynamic |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Orientation | End Address |
Pad | None |
High-Pass Filter | None |
Tone Adjustment | None |
Gain Adjustment | None |
Indicators | None |
On-Board Controls | None |
Windscreen | Foam (Available Separately) |
Frequency Range | 40 Hz to 15 kHz |
Impedance | 150 Ohms |
Load Impedance | 310 Ohms |
Sensitivity | 56 dBV/Pa (1 kHz, Open Circuit Voltage) |
Output Connectors (Analog) | 1 x XLR 3-Pin (on Mic) |
Headphone Connector | None |
Color | Gray |
Mounting | Mic Clip/Stand Adapter (Included) |
Mounting Thread Size | 5/8"-27 Female |
Included Case | Zipper Pouch |
Included Filters | None |
Construction Material | Steel, Steel Wire Grille |
Dimensions | ø: 1.26 x L: 6.18" / ø: 32 x L: 157 mm |
Weight | 10.02 oz / 284 g |
Package Weight | 1.32 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 10.1 x 4.95 x 3.45" |
Shure SM57-LC Reviews
solid mic
gets the job done
Old reliable
Still the same and I like it.
Does the job!
The mic is great of course. An industry standard and first choice for most professionals to mic a guitar amp. I'm no pro but I concur - works fine for me! Handled vocals too. The rest of the kit (mic stand and XLR cable) is surprisingly good quality too - overall a great buy!
Have something loud to record? This is your mic
Great for loud sources if not it records very soft.
Better than I thought
This mic is great! Recorded live music and voice overs for my videos. Sounds great.
the classic
I have a bunch. Snare, toms, guitar, etc. Great every time
The one-and-only
For the price, get 10 or 12. Seriously, though... I bought my first one 50 years ago, it still works, and I just bought another one. And I'm sure it isn't the last one.
You can't go wrong with this mic
I use the SM57 for recording guitar amps, speakers in isolation cabinets and snare drums. Excellent construction and performance and Shure has kept the price at $99 for as long as I can remember. An excellent tool for recording.
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