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SM58 The legendary vocal microphone

SM58-LCE

 SM58SE

<p>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.</p>

<p>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</p>


SM58

Super 55 Deluxe Vocal Microphone

Super 55

<h2>What is the Super 55 best suited to?</h2>

<p>The Super 55 is suited specifically to vocal applications. Therefore, typically live performance, public address as well as for broadcasting, recording, and sound applications where a stand-mounted microphone with a classic look is desirable.</p>

<h2>How is this microphone different from the 55SH series II?</h2>

<p>There are 2 main differences:</p>

<ol>
	<li>The Super 55 features a superior cartridge and is super-cardioid</li>
	<li>The vibrant blue colour mesh</li>
</ol>


Beta 87C Vocal Microphone

Beta87C

<h2>What is the Beta 87C best suited to?</h2>

<p>The Shure Beta 87C is a premium quality cardioid hand-held condenser vocal microphone with exceptionally smooth frequency response and high sound pressure level capability. It is ideal for a professional lead or backing vocalist either on stage, for live recording or in the studio. The cardioid polar pattern makes it ideal for use with in-ear monitoring.</p>

<h2>How does the Beta 87C compare to the Beta 87A?</h2>

<p>Both mics have the same sound characteristics. The difference is in the polar pattern, with the BETA87C using cardioid and the BETA87A using a supercardioid pattern.</p>


BETA 87C

545SD-LC

<p>Shipped connected for low-impedance operation, the 545SD features a silent magnetic reed on/off switch with lock-on option. A favorite for instrument pickup and recording, the 545SD can also be used on lecterns in public address systems.</p>

<h2>What polar pattern does the 545SD have?</h2>

<p>The 545SD Classic Unidyne&reg; Instrument Microphone is a dual-impedance, unidirectional, dynamic microphone.</p>


Classic Instrument Microphone                   

545SD

SM137-LC

<h2>What is the SM137 best suited to?</h2>

<p>It&rsquo;s ideal for the professional musician looking to mic up their instrument such as acoustic guitar, cymbals, strings, piano and many others, either in a live or recording environment.</p>

<h2>What are the characteristics of the SM137?</h2>

<p>The SM137 uses an ultra-thin diaphragm for quick response, a very smooth high end, and tight bass. It has a transformerless design, low-noise operation and 15dB pad for high SPL sound sources.</p>


Professional Instrument Condenser Microphone                  

SM137

PGA58-QTR-E

PGA58 with XLR to XLR cable

PGA58-XLR-E

PGA58BTS

<p>The PGA58 is a professional quality vocal microphone with an updated design that features a black metallic finish and grille offering an unobtrusive visual presence.&nbsp;Ideal for use in lead and backup vocal performance applications.</p>


Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone                  

PGA58

XLR-1/4

SM7B Studio Microphone

SM7B

<p>The SM7B dynamic microphone has a smooth, flat, wide-range frequency response appropriate for music and speech in all professional audio applications. It features excellent shielding against electromagnetic hum generated by computer monitors, neon lights, and other electrical devices.</p>

<p>The SM7B has been updated from earlier models with an improved bracket design that offers greater stability. In addition to its standard windscreen, it also includes the A7WS windscreen for close-talk applications.&nbsp;</p>


SM81-LC

<h2>What is the SM81 best suited to?</h2>

<p>The SM81 is the perfect choice for a professional musician or sound engineer who is looking to mic up acoustic instruments such as acoustic guitar, piano and cymbals. It can ideally be used on stage and because of its high quality is also at home in the recording studio. </p>

<h2>What characteristics can I expect when using an SM81?</h2>

<p>The SM81 has a flat response curve for accurate reproduction of the sound source and can also be modified via a bass roll off switch. The 0dB/10bB lockable attenuator switch gives you even more flexibility when miking up loud sound sources and it has a cardioid polar pattern which isolates the main sound source while minimizing handling noise.</p>


Condenser Instrument Microphone                   

SM81

Beta 57A Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Beta 57A

<h2>What is the Beta 57A best suited to?</h2>

<p>It’s a premium instrument mic ideally suited for the professional musician looking to mic up many types of amplified and acoustic instruments such as guitar amps, acoustic guitar, saxophone, snare drum and brass. It can also be used by vocal artists. The Beta 57A has the quality and ruggedness to be used both on stage and in the studio.</p>

<h2>What are the characteristics of the Beta 57A?</h2>

<p>It has a tailored frequency response provides warmth and presence and maintains a true supercardioid pattern throughout its frequency range. This insures high gain-before-feedback, maximum isolation from other sound sources, and minimum off–axis tone coloration. The hardened steel mesh grille facilitates use of proximity effect as well as resisisting wear and abuse.</p>


Dynamic Instrument Microphone                   

BETA 57A

SM86 Vocal Microphone

SM86

<h2>What is the SM86 best suited to?</h2>

<p>The SM86 is ideal for a lead vocal artist. It is most suited for performances on stage but is equally at home for use in the studio.</p>

<h2>What are the characteristics of the SM86?</h2>

<p>The SM86 has a condenser microphone for studio quality sound and a cardioid pickup pattern which isolates the main sound source while minimizing unwanted background noise, making it ideal if working with stage monitors and in-ear monitors. It has an extended high frequency response of 15Hz – 18kHz and a high maximum sound pressure level (SPL) of 124dB. The built-in three point shock mount minimizes handling noise, and a two-stage pop filter reduces wind and breath “pop” noise.</p>


SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

SM57-LCE

<h2>What is the SM57 best suited to?</h2>

<p>It’s the most popular choice for a professional musician who wants to mic up their amplified or acoustic instrument such as a guitar amp or bass amp, saxophone, trumpet or drums. It is used on stages and in studios around the world. </p>

<h2>How does it sound?</h2>

<p>The contoured frequency response with its presence rise, helps the instrument cut better through the main mix. The extremely effective cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source and will simply record what you point at it while rejecting sound from the rear.</p>


SM57

55SH The legendary „Elvis-Microphone“

55SH Series II

<h6>What is the 55SH Series II best suited to?</h6>

<p>The Shure 55SH Series II is suited specifically to vocal applications. Therefore, typically live performance, public address as well as for broadcasting, recording, and sound applications where a stand-mounted microphone with a classic look is desirable.</p>

<h6>What type of polar pattern does the 55SH Series II have?</h6>

<p>A cardioid (unidirectional) polar pickup pattern is employed to minimize sound pickup from the rear of the microphone. This allows the Model 55SH Series II to be used in close proximity to loudspeakers without creating feedback problems, and it can perform under adverse acoustic conditions where omnidirectional microphones cannot.</p>


565SD-LC

<p>The predecessor to the SM58&reg;, The 565SD Classic Unisphere&reg; Vocal Microphone is a dual-impedance, unidirectional dynamic microphone famous for its spot on the Woodstock stage.</p>

<h2>What is it best suited to?</h2>

<p>It features highly effective wind and &quot;pop&quot; filter for vocals and a durable, wire-mesh front grille. Shipped connected for low-impedance operation, the 565SD provides excellent vocal or speech reproduction onstage, and can also be used with public address systems.</p>


Classic Vocal Microphone                   

565SD

Beta 87A Vocal Microphone

Beta87A

<h2>What is the Beta 87A best suited to?</h2>

<p>The Shure Beta 87A is a premium quality supercardioid hand-held condenser vocal microphone with exceptionally smooth frequency response and high sound pressure level capability. It is ideal for a professional lead or backing vocalist either on stage, for live recording or in the studio.</p>

<h2>What are the characteristics of the Beta 87A?</h2>

<p>The Beta 87A features a controlled low-frequency roll-off that compensates for proximity effect and prevents the “boomy” sound often associated with close pick-up. The tailored frequency response with its presence rise , brightens the upper midrange and helps the vocals cut through the mix. The tight supercardioid pattern provides maximum isolation from other vocalists or instruments while offering minimal off-axis coloration. It operates on phantom power.</p>


BETA 87A

PGA48-QTR-E

PGA48 with XLR to XLR cable

PGA48-XLR-E

<p>The PGA48 is a professional quality vocal microphone with an updated industrial design that features a black metallic finish and classic silver ball grille. Ideal for use in spoken word and karaoke performance, the PGA48 features an on/off switch, swivel adapter, zipper pouch and choice of XLR or QTR (6.3 mm) cable.</p>


PGA48

SM48-LC

SM48S-LC

<h2>What is the SM48 best suited to?</h2>

<p>Its been designed as a vocal mic that a budget conscious singer could use for lead or backup vocals on stage. Other applications could include speeches, pub quizzes and karaoke.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>What are the features?</h2>

<p>The SM48 has a cardioid pickup pattern which provides superior gain before feedback. Its frequency response is tailored for vocals, with a brightened mid-range and bass roll-off to control the proximity effect. The cartridge is shock-mounted for exceptional ruggedness and reduced handling noise.</p>

<p><strong>The SM48S version features a lockable On/Off switch</strong></p>


SM48

PGA81-XLR

<p>The PGA81 cardioid condenser instrument microphone is a professional quality flat-response microphone featuring highly durable design and construction that delivers excellent sound. Ideal for use in sensitive acoustic instrument performance and recording, the PGA81 comes with a swivel adapter, carrying pouch and XLR cable. Phantom power required.&nbsp;</p>


Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone                  

PGA81

XLR-XLR

Beta 58A Vocal Microphone

Beta 58A

<h2>What is the Beta 58A best suited to?</h2>

<p>The Beta 58A is a premium vocal mic ideally suited for professional lead and backup vocals, either on stage or in the studio.</p>

<h2>How does this compare to the legendary SM58?</h2>

<p>Both are designed for vocal use and have a bright midrange and bass roll-off. The Beta 58A has increased sensitivity and high-end frequency response which results in a cleaner more detailed sound. It also features a supercardioid polar pattern compared to the SM58’s cardioid, giving it greater unwanted sound rejection and more resistance to feedback.</p>


BETA 58A

PGA57 with XLR to XLR cable

PGA57-XLR

<p>The PGA57 is a professional quality instrument microphone with an updated design that features a black metallic finish and grille offering an unobtrusive visual presence. Legendary Shure quality construction ensures highly durable design and construction that delivers excellent sound. Ideal for use in amplified instrument and acoustic drum performance and recording applications, the PGA57 includes a swivel adapter, carrying pouch and XLR cable.</p>


Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone                  

PGA57

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<p>"Plug and Play" XLR-to-USB Interface</p>


<h2>What is the X2u best suited to?</h2>

<p>The X2u, combined with any wired microphone can be easily connected directly to a computer without the need for any additional hardware. This would make it ideal for home recording studios.</p>

<h2>Will it work with my computer?</h2>

<p>The X2u is compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10 (32 & 64 bit), Vista (32 & 64 bit), XP, 2000 and Max OS X (10.1 or later). It features a built in headphone jack so that you can monitor the sound without the need for an additional sound card. It also includes an integrated pre-amp with mic gain control which allows you to control the signal strength.</p>

<h2>Can I use a condenser microphone with the X2U?</h2>

<p>The X2U does have phantom power so yes you can connect your condenser microphone straight into the computer</p>

<h2>Do I need software to make the X2U work?</h2>

<p>No - it is a plug and play solution</p>

<h2>And what about latency?</h2>

<p>Latency can be described as the time taken between initiating a request in the computer and receiving the answer. You can expect zero latency monitoring with the X2U. Zero-latency monitoring means real-time playback and multi-tracking without delay and 16-bit/48 kHz sample rate provides better-than-CD-quality audio.</p>

<h2>What is monitor mix control?</h2>

<p>With Monitor Mix Control (which is featured on the X2U) you can blend the mic signal and audio playback as you desire.</p>


X2u XLR-to-USB Signal Adapter

X2U Spec Sheet

X2U Declarations of Conformity (EU)

X2U User Guide

<ul>
	<li>USB Plug and Play connectivity</li>
	<li>Compatible with Windows Vista, XP, 2000, 7, 8, 10 and Mac OS X (10.1 or later)</li>
	<li>Integrated pre-amp with Microphone Gain Control allows control of input signal strength</li>
	<li>Zero Latency Monitoring for real-time playback and multi-tracking without disorientation</li>
	<li>Headphone jack with volume control for monitoring</li>
	<li>Monitor Mix Control for blending microphone and playback audio</li>
	<li>Provides +48V phantom power for use with condenser microphones</li>
	<li>Includes 3 m USB cable and zippered pouch</li>
</ul>


XLR-to-USB signal adapter connects any XLR microphone to a computer for recording with headphone monitoring.

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PLEASE NOTE: X2U Microphone to USB Adapter has been discontinued and replaced by the MVX2U Digital Audio Interface.
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