Shure SM57 Specification Sheet

Product Speciﬁcations

SM57 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone

Overview

An industry-standard, highly versatile cardioid dynamic microphone that can be found onstage and in studios around the world. The ideal choice for sound reinforcement and recording applications, the legendary SM57 is tuned for clean reproduction of amplified and acoustic instruments, targeting the main sound source while minimizing background noise.

Features

• Frequency response tailored for drums, guitars, and vocals

• Uniform cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while reducing background noise

• Pneumatic shock-mount system cuts down handling noise

• Extremely durable under the heaviest use

• Supplied break-resistant swivel adapter that rotates 180°

• Legendary Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability

Available Models

SM57-LC Includes Stand Adapter and Zippered Pouch

SM57-LCE Includes 5/8-inch to 3/8-inch thread adapter for mounting on European stands, Swivel Adapter and a Zippered Pouch

Specifications

Type Dynamic

Frequency Response 40 to 15,000 Hz

Polar Pattern Cardioid

Sensitivity

(at 1,000 Hz Open Circuit Voltage)

Impedance

Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3.

Case

Connector Three-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)

Net Weight 284 grams (10 oz)

Dimensions 157 mm (6-3/16 in.) L x 32 mm (1-1/4 in.) W at the widest point

Open Circuit Voltage: -56.0 dBV/Pa (1.6 mV)

(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)

Rated impedance is 150Ω (310Ω actual) for connection to microphone inputs rated low impedance.

Dark gray, enamel-painted, die-cast steel with a polycarbonate grille and a stainless steel screen.

SM57

Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts

A2WS Locking Windscreen A55M Isolation Mount C25F 7.6 m Cable (25 ft)

A25D Microphone Clip A26M Dual Mount RK143G Screen and Grille Assembly

R59 Cartridge S37A, S39A Desk Stand

Polar pattern

125 Hz 500 Hz 1000 Hz

2000 Hz 4000 Hz 8000 Hz

Frequency response

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