QSC K12.2-DUAL-4-K User Manual

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Model SM58 Dynamic Microphone

Specification Sheet

MODEL SM58



UNIDIRECTIONAL DYNAMIC MICROPHONE

OVERVIEW

The Shure SM58 is a unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal
microphone designed for professonal vocal use in sound rein­forcement and studio recording. A highly effective, built-in,
spherical filter minimizes wind and breath “pop” noise. A cardioid
pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while minimizing
unwanted background noise. The SM58 has a tailored vocal re-

FEATURES

S Frequency response tailored for vocals, with brightened

midrange and bass rolloff
S Uniform cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound

source and minimizes background noise

S Pneumatic shock-mount system cuts down handling noise
S Effective, built-in spherical wind and pop filter

sponse for a sound which is a world standard. 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 indoors, singing or speech—the SM58 is
the overwhelming choice of professionals worldwide.

S Supplied with break-resistant stand adapter which rotates 180_
S Legendary Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability

Models

SM58
SM58S (With On/Off Switch)

SPECIFICATIONS

Type

Dynamic (moving coil)

Frequency Response

50 to 15,000 Hz

TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE

Polar Pattern

Unidirectional (cardioid), rotationally symmetrical about micro-

phone axis, uniform with frequency (see Figure 3)

TYPICAL POLAR PATTERNS

Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz Open Circuit Voltage)

–54.5 dBV/Pa (1.85 mV)
1 Pa = 94 dB SPL

Impedance

Rated impedance is 150 W (300 W 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

SM58 MICROPHONE

Specification Sheet

Internal Connections

SWITCH (SM58S ONLY)

GREEN

YELLOW

CARTRIDGE

CODED TERMINAL

GREEN

YELLOW

TRANSFORMER

BLUE

RED

2

1

3

BLACK

INTERNAL CONNECTIONS

Connector

Three-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)

Case

Dark gray, enamel-painted, die cast metal; matte-finished, sil-

ver colored, spherical steel mesh grille

FURNISHED ACCESSORIES

Swivel Stand Adapter A25D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Storage Bag 26A13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Cartridge R59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Screen and Grille Assembly RK143G. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Windscreen A58WS Series (8 colors available). . . . . . . . . . . .

Desk Stand S37A, S39A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Isolation Mount A55M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dual Mount A26M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cable (7.6 m [25 ft] C25E, C25F. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Overall Dimensions

162 mm

3

(6

/8in.)

51 mm

(2 in.)

23 mm

29

/32in.)

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OVERALL DIMENSIONS

Swivel Adapter

Positive-action, break-resistant, adjustable through 180°, with
standard

5

/8 in.–27 thread

Net Weight

298 grams (10.5 oz)

2