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.

PG42Vocal 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
Available Options
PG42-LC Cable Not Included
PG42-USB USB Cable Included

Specifically engineered for vocal reproduction, the PG42 side-address condenser microphone features a large cardioid diaphragm tailored with high sensitivity to clearly reproduce refined performances. A -15dB switchable attenuator and a high pass filtering switch guarantees Shure quality for every lead vocal application. 

The PG42 includes a Shock Mount and Carrying Case.

  • Large diaphragm capsule provides wider dynamic range for clear highs and strong lows
  • Voice-tailored frequency response specifically engineered to reproduce the subtle nuances lead vocal performances 
  • High-pass filter for additional control of unwanted low-end signal 
  • -15dB switchable attenuator for additional SPL versatility 
  • Shock mount included for additional set-up stability 
  • Carrying case included for additional protection during storage or transport 
Frequency Response
20 to 20,000 Hz
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Max SPL PG42 XLR:
PAD OFF: >130 dB SPL
PAD ON: >145 dB SPL
Switch
Attenuator: 15 dB
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz)
PG42 XLR: -35 dBV/Pa
Net Weight
PG42 XLR: 439 grams (15.49 ounces)
User Guides Language File Size
PG42 XLR User Guide Chinese-Simplified, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish 8114 (kb)