Shure 530 User Guide

SHURE BROTHERS,

ST HURON ST. CHICAGO

lowore

7-4550

Cable: SHUREMICRO

MICROPHONES mnd ACOUSTIC DEVICES

General:

microphone, built to provide wide-range reproduction of music and
voice and featuring an omni-directional
phone has complete versatility and reliability for outdoor and in­door use and may be used in the following manner:

I.

Mounted in swivel adapter on a conventional floor or desk

stand.

2. Quick disengage feature permits the microphone to be re­moved from the swivel adapter for use as a

participation, interviewer microphone, etc.

Equipped with adjustable lavalier cord and belt clip, the micro-

3.

phone may be used as a wearable unit
announcers, etc.

4.

Readily accessible impedance switch permits quick change

from the

low impedance setting for use with long lines, broadcast equip-

ment, etc.
When equipped with the accessory switch adapter Model A500

5.
(separately available), the unit will serve in applications where

an "ON-OFF" switch is necessary at the microphone.

The smooth frequency response and attending faithful reproduc-

tion is largely due to a newly designed diaphragm attached to

sensitive coil suspended in a magnetic structure. The use of high
efficiency magnetic materials and
circuits has made
still achieve maximum operating efficiency.

The microphone is ruggedly built to withstand hard usage and
is unaffected by temperature and humidity variations. The 20 foot
broadcast-quality, shielded, two conductor cable is supplied with
an

XL-3-1 I Cannon microphone plug.

The "530" meets the most exacting requirement for maximum
quality and minimum size. A self adiusting swivel adapter is sup­plied with the microphone and permits the microphone to be tilted

through

the microphone at the source of sound.

An adjustable lavalier cord and a belt clip are supplied which
facilitate the use of the microphone for public
turers; teachers and instructors; demonstrators and all similar
cations where freedom of both hands is necessary. The lavalier cord

easily to the microphone, can be readily fastened around tho

clips
wearer's neck, and quickly removed.

Inc.

The Model "530" Microphone is a slender moving coil

high impedance setting common in P.A. work, to the

it

90" from vertical to horizontal, making

Applications:

address, theater stage sound systems, and all recording applications
where an omni-directional microphone may be desired. Model "530"

is especially recommended for "interview" type use where the
"hand-a-bilityM of the microphone is important. The microphone Type Transformer is available for coupling the low impedance line
may be used for either a single performer, a dialogue, a group, an
orchestra-practically all individual and group applications.
studio broadcasting, TV use, and similar applications where utmost
in quality is desired, Model 525 Concert Line Studio Microphone
is recommended. In reverberant locations where feedback might may be used with any high gain amplifier with an input impedance

be a problem, or for distance pickup, a directional microphone,
such as Model 300 Gradient (Bi-directional) or Model 333 Ultra
Cardioid (Uni-directional) should be employed).

Installatioil:

adapter, has a standard
any conventional desk, banquet or floor stand. Adapter Stand phone and the amplifier when used in the high impedance posi­Couplers are available at no charge for
thread. (Write Shure Brothers, Inc.) To avoid A.C. hum induction
when long lines are used, care should be taken that the cable does

not

parallel

A.C.

power lines for long distances. with the microphone should be replaced with a single conductor

Connections:

impedance microphone.

ohm line, or

is accomplished by removing the impedance switch cover plate on

the microphone and changing the position of the switch. The during operation of amplifying system.

switch positions are marked

and

of the impedance switch is the "OFF" position.

Copyright

Shure

high impedance input. Selection of these impedances

"H"

for high impedance (35,000 ohms). The center position

1964.

Patents

Shure Brothers.

Pending

DECEMBER

1954

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MODEL

"530"

SLENDYNE MICROPHONE

OMNl-DIRECTIONAL DYNAMIC

Dual-Impedance

pickup pattern. The micro-

hand, audience

by lecturers, broadcast

a

possible to develop this small microphone and

Model "530" is ideal for high quality public

The Model "530", when used with the swivel to the "hot" terminal of the amplifier plug.

5/8"-27 thread and may be mounted on

The Model "530" Microphone is a dual- connected to Pins I and 2 of the microphone plug and the center

It

may be connected directly to a 50-250

specially designed magnetic

it

simple to aim

speakers and

l/z"

pipe thread or 5/8"-24

"L"

for low impedance (50-250 ohms)

Inc

lec-

appll-

(For

The microphone cable plug is the Cannon

cable shield is connected to the No.
connected to the No. 2 pin; and the white conductor to the No.
3 pin.

The No.
the microphone case. Pins No. 2 and No. 3 are connected to the
internal elements and the microphone may be used with a balanced
line. In the low impedance position, the Model
nected directly to a standard low or medium impedance input
amplifier (Fig. A-I). For use with high impedance amplifiers
nect as shown in Fig. A-3.

The low impedance position is recommended where long cable
lengths are required or under conditions of severe hum disturbance.
To achieve maximum freedom from hum disturbance and internal
cable noises, Broadcast
as supplied with the microphone) should be used. In this case, the
shield of the cable must be connected to Pin No.

phone
Pins No. 2 and No.
unlimited, since neither response nor level is appreciably affected.
For

u:e with high impedance amplifieis, Shure Model A86A Cable-

ts the amplifier input as shown
primary of the Shure Model
coupling a 50-250 ohm line to the high impedance input.

The high impedance position in the Model "530" microphone

of 100,000 ohms or more (See Fig. A-3). To connect the amplifier
plug to the two conductor shielded cable supplied with the micro­phone, connect the shield lead and the black lead together to the
ground terminal of the amplifier plug, and connect the white lead

The maximum recommended length of cable between the

tion is 25 feet. Longer cable may be used with a loss of approxi­mately 3 db at 5,000

In using longer cable, the two conductor shielded cable furnished
shielded cable. When this is done, the shield of the cable must be
or "hot" conductor must be connected to Pin

The shield, chassis or amplifier ground should be securely

nected to a water pipe or similar ground to prevent shock

When used with amplifiers using the

the input tube,
tween the microphone and the input grid circuit.

I

pin of the microphone receptacle is connected to

quality two conductor shielded cable (such

plug. The two "hot" conductors should be connected to

3.

The permissible cable length is practically

A86A Cable-Type Transformer permits

c.p.s. for each additional 25 feet of cable.

it

may be desirable to use .01 mfd. condenser be-

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in Fig A-2. The double winding

(OVER)

XL-3-1

pin; the black conductor is

"530" may be con-

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NO.

3.

grid leak type of bias at

Printcd

plug. The

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of the micro-

micro-

hazard

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,-SET SWITCH AT

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SINGLE CONDUCTOR SHIELDED
CABLE
EXCESS OF

MATCHES

HlGH IMPEDANCE INPUT

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A-l

FIG.

TWO CONDUCTOR
SHIELDED CABLE

CABLE

LENGTH PRACTICALLY

UNLIMITED

FIG.

A-2

'L"

CABLE,LENGTH NOT IN

7

50-250

OHMS TO

OR MORE)

FIG.

SET SWlTCH AT

A-3

"H"

POSITION

POSlTlON

AMPLIFIER WITH LOW
IMPEDANCE INPUT

-

-

AMPLIFIER WITH HlGH

IMPEDANCE INPUT

AMPLIFIER WITH HlGH
iMPEDANCE INPUT

operation:

necessary in the operation of the Model
will operate efficiently and dependably under all ordinary conditions
in hot and cold climates. To retain the full strength of the highly
efficient permanent magnet and to maintain alignment of the
structure, dropping or other severe mechanical shocks should be
avoided.

The swivel adapter fits conventional floor stands, desk stands and
the Shure
from this adapter for use as a hand microphone. Additional ver­satility in the use of the microphone is obtained by using the
lavalier cord in applications where freedom of both hands is neces­sary. Fig.
OFF" switch Model A500 is available for ready installation in place
of the "impedance switch cover." It requires no soldering or re­wiring.

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No special precaution beyond ordinary care is

S33B Desk Stand. The microphone may be easily removed

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illustrates use of these accessories. An accessory

"530" Microphone.

Specifications

1000

C.P.S.

Model 530 "L" Position

Open circuit Voltage Level..

Loaded with

Power Level into 150 ohms.

RETMA Microphone Rating

Model 530

Open Circuit Voltage Level..

Loaded with 100,000 ohms..

RETMA Microphone Rating
1")

("")

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Response

150 ohms..

................ .-

....................

.................

Gnr

"H"

Position

(Sensitivity) . .-I 54.7 db*""

............... .-

.................

GM

0 db

=

I

db

RETMA Standard SE-105, August 1949.

volt per Microbar.

=

I

milliwatt with 10 Microbars.

(Sensitivity) . .-I57 db"':":'

.-

.-

-

Recommended Load Impedance:

Model 530 "L" position 50-250 ohms.
Model 530

"H"

position 100,000 ohms or more.

"ON-

db"

83
90 db"
61 db""

db"

61
63 db"

It

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FIG.

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MODEL

Code Word

Wt.

Net
Packaged Weight
Cable
Dimensions

Finish

Less Cable

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Guarantee:

electrical and
date of shipment from factory, provided all instructions are com­plied with
factory for repairs. Our guarantee is voided
subiected to accident or abuse or

mechanical defects for a period of one year from

fully. In case of damage, return the microphone to the

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Each microphone is guaranteed to be free from

MODEL

530

RUDEF

fi

Ib.

2% Ibs.

20 foot, Two-Conductor

See Fig. B

Black Anodize

Gold Anodize Cap

if

the case is opened.

Body

if

the microphone is

530

Architect's Specifications

The microphone shall be a moving coil type microphone
with a frequency range of 50 to 15,000
have an omni-directional horizontal polar characteristic. The
microphone shall be equipped with a two-position impedance
change switch for adjusting the microphone rating impedance

150 ohms or 40,000 ohms. The microphone rating

to

(sensitivity)

following levels.

The microphone shall be provided with a swivel adapter
adjustable through
cord, a belt
capable of connecting to a two-conductor shielded cable.

The microphone swivel adapter will mount on a stand

having

2

1/4"

at

1000 c.p.s. shall be within 1 3 db of the

"L"

Position of switch..

"H"

Position of switch..

RETMA Standard SE-105 August 1949.

90" from vertical to horizontal, a lavalier

clip and a detachable Cannon cable connector

5;8"-27 thread.

in length and

The overall dimensions shall be

I

x

l/s"

in diameter.

c.p.s. This unit shall

....

.-154.7 db

....

.-I57 db

GM

71,;

FIG.

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50

100

Frequency-Cycles

IK

per

Second

Response-Frequency Characferistic Model

FIG.

D

530

rAicropho~lc

IOK

20K