Shure SM57 Unidirectional Dynamic Microphone

Description/Specs

The Shure SM57 is the industry standard dynamic microphone. The legendary studio and stage staple easily handles the volume generated by two of the louder instruments you'll ever encounter - guitar amps and snare drums - along with being a good choice for just about any other sound source. Onstage, durability is a must, and the SM57 has that in spades. Countless SM57s have taken a hit from errant drumsticks, fallen to the floor, or worse, yet SM57s are still the choice for live stage use. Why? Because they're nearly indestructible. The SM57 should be in your mic locker!

Type: Dynamic
Frequency Response: 40 to 15,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Unidirectional (cardioid), rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis, uniform with frequency.
Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz): Open Circuit Voltage: -56.0 dBV/Pa* (1.6 mV); *(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
Impedance: Rated impedance is 150 ohms (310 ohms actual) for connection to microphone inputs rated low impedance

Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
Connector: Three-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)
Case: Dark gray, enamel-painted, die-cast steel with a polycarbonate grille and a stainless steel screen
Net Weight (without cable): 284 grams (10 oz)