destroy any other microphone. The Shure SM58 has not only helped to define the sound of rock vocals on stage, it’s also been used as a hammer to build stages and gone on to perform flawlessly later at the gig. Using a club’s house system? You’ll be singing through an SM58. And in the studio? Daniel Lanois always uses the SM58 or Beta 58 on Bono’s vocals.

The Shure SM58 mic is world-renowned for its distinctive upper-midrange presence peak that ensures an intelligible, lively sound. Perfectly fits a performer’s hand, balanced for total comfort during long gigs. Frequency response is a smooth, vocal-tailored 50Hz-15kHz, and the price is a bargain considering its life expectancy.

Shure SM58 Mic Features:

• Performance tested, industry standard
• Uniform cardioid pick-up pattern for maximum gain before feedback and excellent rejection of off-axis sound
• Tailored frequency response specifically shaped for vocals, with brightened midrange and bass roll off to control proximity effect
• Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
• Steel-mesh grille and enamel-coated metal construction resist wear and abuse
• Effective built in pop-filter reduces undesirable wind and breathe noise
• Furnished with zippered storage bag and break-resistant stand adapter
• Extremely durable under the heaviest use
• Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability

Shure SM58 Mic Specifications:

• Type: Dynamic (moving coil)
• Frequency Response: 50 to 15kHz
• Polar Pattern: Unidirectional (cardioid), rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis, uniform with frequency
• Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz Open Circuit Voltage): -54.5 dBV/Pa (1.85 mV), 1 Pa = 94dB SPL
• Impedance: Rated impedance is 150 ohms (300 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: 3-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)
• Case: Dark gray, enamel-painted, die-cast metal; matte-finished, silver, spherical steel mesh grille
• Overall dimensions: 6-3/8"L, 2"W
• Net weight: 298g (10.5oz.)