PG Microphones

The most accessible Shure microphones for elevating sound quality at gigs, rehearsal and in home recording.

Cardioid Polar Pattern
Picks up the most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. Less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.
Tailored Frequency Response
Smooth, extended response. Tuned to accentuate specific types of instruments, or voices.

PG42-USBVocal Microphone

Shure
Condenser
Lightweight, sensitive diaphragm. Precisely and smoothly captures sound nuances. Powered by battery or phantom power supply.
Recommended Uses
Studio Vocals
Studio Ensemble
Podcast/Voiceover
Computer Recording
Available Options
PG42-USB USB Cable Included
PG42-LC Cable Not Included

Specifically engineered for lead vocal reproduction, the PG42USB side-address condenser microphone easily plugs into a computer USB port for the convenience of digital recording.

The PG42USB features a large cardioid diaphragm tailored with high sensitivity to clearly reproduce refined performances with guaranteed "Plug and Play" Shure quality.

  • USB Plug and Play connectivity allows the convenience of digital recording, anywhere your computer can go
  • Compatible with Windows Vista, XP, 2000, and Mac OS X (10.1 or later)
  • Integrated pre-amp with Microphone Gain Control allows control of input signal strength
  • Zero Latency Monitoring for real-time playback and multi-tracking without disorientation
  • Headphone jack for monitoring with 1/8” connectivity
  • Monitor Mix Control for blending microphone and playback audio
  • 16 bit, up to 48 kHz sample rate for better-than-CD quality audio

 

Frequency Response
20 to 20,000 Hz
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Max SPL
PAD OFF: >120 dB SPL
PAD ON: >135 dB SPL
Switch
Attenuator: 15 dB
USB Power Requirements
USB-Powered, 500 mA maximum
Adjustable Gain Range
34 dB
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz)
-29 dBFS/Pa (at minimum gain)
Net Weight
453 grams (15.98 ounces)
User Guides Language File Size
PG42 USB User Guide Chinese-Simplified, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish 12544 (kb)