Shure 588SB User Guide

MODELS 588SA AND 588SB

UNIDIRECTIONAL

GENERAL

The UNlSPHERE@ B Models 588SA and 588SB are unidirectional dynamic microphones with a very effective filter for excellent protection from breath popping and wind noise. The microphones are available either as high impedance

(588SA) or low impedance (58888); they provide natural, lifelike reproduction of vocal and instrumental music; they are ideal for sound reinforcement and tape recording.

These microphones are particularly suitable when unidirectional sound pickup is required because of feedback problems. Because they are unidirectional and pick up sound from the front while suppressing sound from the rear, the 588 Series can be used closer than usual to loudspeakers without the annoying squeal caused by feedback. They also permit higher amplifier gain before feedback. They are very appropriate in locations such as theaters, night clubs, auditoriums, schools and churches; indoors or outdoors.

DYNAMIC

MICROPHONES

588SA: High impedance, supplied with cable* having

VARIATIONS

a 3-socket professional audio connector on microphone end.

588SAC: Same as Model 588SA, but with phone plug

on equipment end of cable*.

588SA.LC: Same as Model 588SA, but without cable. 588SB: Low impedance, supplied with cable* having

3-socket professional audio connector on microphone end.

588SB-CN: Same as Model 588SB, but with &pin profes-

sional audio connector on equipment end of cable*.

588SB-LC: Same as Model 588SB, but without cable.

'See

Specifications

for

detail

cable.

SPECIFICATIONS

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Dynamic

Frequency Response

80 to 13,000 Hz (See Figure I)

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TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE

Polar Pattern

Cardioid (unidirectional) pattern - Effective rejection of sound at rear of the microphone is uniform at all frequencies, while front pickup characteristics are

uniform about the axis. See Figure

FREWENCI

FIGURE

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Microphone Features:

Ball-type grille filter provides protection from pop and wind; permits closeup microphone use without breath popping; permits outdoor use without wind

90.

90'

noise

True cardioid pickup pattern, symmetrical about axis and uniform at all frequencies, suppresses feedback,

retains same tonal quality of voice or music even if performer or speaker moves about

Shock-mounted cartridge minimizes handling and

mechanical noise

Built-in On-Off switch with provision for locking

Impedance

0 0

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400

.....

1000

HZ .....

TYPICAL POLAR PATTERNS

FIGURE

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10.000

2500

6300

switch on Model 588SA-Microphone impedance is "High" for

connection to high-impedance microphone inputs.

Adjustable swivel adapter supplied-allows aiming

microphone and permits quick removal. for handheld

Model 58888-Microphone rating impedance is 150

ohms (180 ohms actual) for connection to

use microphone inputs rated at 19 to 300 ohms

222

HARTREY

(EC)

AVENUE, EVANSTON,

ILLINOIS

60204

U.S.A.

TELEPHONE:

(312)

866-2200 CABLE: SHUREMICRO

Printed

U.S.A.

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Output Level

Open Circuit Voltage*

(at 1,000

Hz)

588SA 588SB

....

-59.5 dB -82.0 dB (1.1

mV) (08 mV)

Power Level ........... -60.5 dB

*O dB = 1 volt per microbar

**O dB = 1 milliwatt with 10 microbars

Phasing

588SA:

Positive pressure on diaphragm produces

positive voltage on pin 1 with respect to pin 3. 588SB:

Positive pressure on diaphragm produces

positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3.

Switch

Built-in On-Off switch with lockplate. To lock switch in On position, remove screw on lockplate and turn

lockplate

180°. Reassemble and tighten screw.

Cartridge Shock Mount

Internal rubber vibration-isolator

Cable

588SA: 4.6m (15 ft) one-conductor shielded with professional 3-socket audio connector* on microphone end

588SAC: 4.6m (15 ft) one-conductor shielded with professional 3-socket audio connector* and standard

'A-inch phone plug

588SB: 4.6m (15 ft) two-conductor shielded with professional 3-socket audio connector* on microphone end

588SB-CN: 6.lm (20 ft) two-conductor shielded with

professional 3-socket and 3-pin audio connectors*

588SA-LC, 588SB-LC: supplied without cable

*Designed to mate with Cannon

or equivalent connector.

series, Switchcraft

(Q.G.) series

Swivel Adapter

Positive action, adjustable through 90° from vertical to horizontal, permits easy removal for handheld use, suitable for mounting on stand with

=/e"-27 thread

Case

Silver-f inish die casting with chrome-plated steel screen

Dimensions

See Figure 3

To change the phase of a low-impedance microphone

cable, either use a Shure

A15PRS Phase Reverser or interchange the wires connected to pins 2 and 3 of the connector. To change the phase of a microphone, the microphone cartridge leads must be interchanged (see Figure 4). This should be performed by your dealer, the Shure Factory Service Department, or other qualified service personnel.

CARTRIDGE OFF POSITION AUDIO CONNECTORS CABLE PHONE

CARTRIDGE OFF POSITION AUDIO CONNECTORS

SWITCH 3- PIN PROFESSIONAL

REEN

YELLOW YELLOW

BLUE BLACK

CODED TERMINAL

SWITCH 3-PIN PROFESSIONAL

MODEL 588SA

(588S?p&8SB-CN) 158aSB-CN)

MODEL 588SB

INTERNAL CONNECTIONS

FIGURE

CONNECTOR

FURNISHED ACCESSORY

Swivel Adapter

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

.A25B

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Line Matching Transformer Desk Stand S33B, S37A, S39A Isolation Mount .A55M

Dual Mount Windscreen A58WS Series Cable:

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

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

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

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

6.lm (20 ft) 1-conductor with phone

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

plug

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

A95 Series

.A26M

C20A

7.6m (25 ft) 2-conductor with 3-pin professional

audio.connectors . C25B, C25F

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Cartridge R8 Screen and Grille RK82G Switch

Plug Element

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

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

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

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

RK81S

RK40P

Cable: 588SA ............................... C83

588SB 588SB-CN

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

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

C59

C20H

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

Net Weight

FIGURE

(less cable)

340 grams (12 oz)

PHASING

To test two microphones andlor their cables for proper phasing, connect them to an amplifier and talk or sing into them while holding them three or four inches apart. The sound from the speakers should be the same

when talking into either microphone or directly between

them if they are in phase with each other. If the sound drops drastically, or if a dead spot is found when talking between the two microphones, either the microphones

or their cables (low impedance only) are out of phase. All cables and microphones should be tested in this

manner to insure that they are in phase with each other.

This Shure product is guaranteed in normal use to be

GUARANTEE

free from electrical and mechanical defects for a period of one year from date of purchase. Please retain proof of purchase date. This guarantee includes all parts and

labor. This guarantee is in lieu of any and all other guarantees or warranties, express or implied, and there shall be no recovery for any consequential or incidental damages.

SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS

Carefully repack the unit, have it insured, and return it

prepaid to:

Shure Brothers Incorporated Attention: Service Department 222 Hartrey Avenue Evanston, Illinois 60204

If outside the United States, return the unit to your dealer or Authorized Shure Service Center for repair. The unit will be returned to you prepaid.