Shure SM57-X2U User Manual

SM Microphones

LEGENDARY SOUND.
UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE.

SM Microphones

INDUSTRY STANDARD.
PROFESSIONAL UTILITY.

SM Microphones are equal to the demands of high-energy performance, proven time and time
again through decades of rigorous use by performers and engineers of all experience levels.

The renowned sound and construction of the SM Microphone line has remained the metric
by which all other microphone performance has been judged, setting standards for minimized
handling noise and improved gain before feedback.

In live performance and recording applications, SM Microphones are legendary - virtually
indestructible professional gear.

Vocal

SM7B

Shielded, selectable
frequency response
delivers warm audio
reproduction in close­proximity applications.

Close-talk Speech
Vocals
Guitar/Bass Amps

50Hz - 20kHz

SM48

Rugged microphone
for vocal, speech and
karaoke applications.

Spoken Word
Lead Vocals
Backup Vocals

55Hz - 14kHz

Instrument

SM57

Industry standard, highly
versatile microphone
tuned for clean
reproduction of amplified
and acoustic instruments.

Guitar/Bass Amps
Brass
Saxophone
Harmonica
Snare/Tom
Conga

SM94

Rugged, battery-powered,
flat-response microphone for
live performance and remote
recording applications.

Guitar/Bass Amps
Brass
Saxophone
Harmonica
Cymbals

40Hz - 15kHz

40Hz - 16kHz

SM58

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SM86

Industry standard
microphone tailored to
deliver warm and clear
vocal reproduction.

Lead Vocals
Backup Vocals
Harmonica

50Hz - 15kHz

Rugged microphone with
extended high frequency
response for smooth
reproduction of lead
vocals.

Lead Vocals
Backup Vocals

50Hz - 18kHz

SM81

Industry-standard, flat-response
microphone renown for sonic
accuracy in stage and studio
performance applications.

Acoustic Guitar
Acoustic Bass
Strings
Piano
Woodwinds
Orchestra

20Hz - 20kHz

Cymbals
Live Recording
Stereo Pick-Up
Sampling
Ensemble Vocals

SM137

Versatile, flat-response microphone
in both acoustic and high volume
performance applications.

Acoustic Guitar
Acoustic Bass
Strings
Piano
Woodwinds
Orchestra

20Hz - 20kHz

Multi-Purpose

SM87A

Rugged, lightweight
microphone with
superior rejection for
clear reproduction of
lead vocals.

Lead Vocals
Backup Vocals

50Hz - 18kHz

SM27

Large diaphragm,
side-address cardioid
condenser microphone
for the stage and studio.

Studio Vocals
Ensemble Vocals
Live Recording
Acoustic Guitar | Bass
Guitar | Bass Amp

20Hz - 20kHz

Strings
Cymbals
Woodwinds
Saxophone

Vocal Microphone +
USB Adapter

Industry-standard SM58
with X2u XLR-to-USB
Signal Adapter for digital
recording applications.

SM57+X2u

Instrument
Microphone +
USB Adapter

Industry-standard SM57
with X2u XLR-to-USB
Signal Adapter for digital
recording applications.

DrumUSB

DMK57-52SM58®+X2u

Drum Mic Kit

Industry-standard package of legendary
microphones and rugged hardware for all
stage and studio drum performances.

Kick Drum
Snare Drum
Rack/Floor Toms

Key: Operating Principle Dynamic Condenser Polar Pattern Omnidirectional Cardioid Supercardioid Frequency Response Flat Tailored

Technical Specifications

SM7B

SM27

Frequency Response 50 - 20,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid (unidirectional)
Output Impedance (at 1,000 Hz) 150 Ohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) -59 dBV/Pa. (1.12 mV)

Construction Dark gray enamel aluminum and steel case

Net Weight 765.4 g (1 lb, 11 oz)

with dark gray foam windscreen.

SM48

Frequency Response 55 - 14,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid (unidirectional)
Output Impedance (at 1,000 Hz) 270 Ohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) -57.5 dBV/Pa. (1.3 mV)

Construction Die cast metal handle. Dark gray matte finish.

Net Weight 370 g (13.1 oz)

SM58

Frequency Response 50 - 15,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid (unidirectional)
Output Impedance (at 1,000 Hz) 300 Ohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) -54.5 dBV/Pa. (1.85 mV)

Construction Die cast metal handle. Dark gray matte finish.

Net Weight 298 g (10.5 oz)

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Silver colored, spherical steel mesh grille.

Silver colored, spherical steel mesh grille.

Frequency Response 20 - 20,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid (unidirectional)
Output Impedance (at 1,000 Hz) 150 Ohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) -37 dBV/Pa. (14.1 mV)

Construction Die-cast metal alloy body. Dark gray matte finish.

Net Weight 642 g (22.6 oz)

Hardened steel grille assembly.

SM57

Frequency Response 40 - 15,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid (unidirectional)
Output Impedance (at 1,000 Hz) 310 Ohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) -54.5 dBV/Pa. (1.9 mV)

Construction Die cast metal handle. Dark gray matte finish.

Polycarbonate grille with stainless steel screen.
Net Weight 284 g (10 oz)

SM81

Frequency Response 20 - 20,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid (unidirectional)
Output Impedance (at 1,000 Hz) 85 Ohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) -45 dBV/Pa. (5.6 mV)

Construction Die cast metal handle. Dark gray matte finish.

Polycarbonate grille with stainless steel screen.
Net Weight 230 g (8 oz)

SM86

Frequency Response 50 - 18,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid (unidirectional)
Output Impedance (at 1,000 Hz) 150 Ohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) -50 dBV/Pa. (3.15 mV)

Construction Dark gray enamel-painted steel with

Net Weight 278 g (9.8 oz)

matte-finished silver colored, steel grille.

SM94

Frequency Response 40 - 16,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid (unidirectional)
Output Impedance (at 1,000 Hz) 200 Ohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) -49 dBV/Pa. (3.5 mV)

Construction Steel and brass construction with gray finish

Net Weight 250 g (8.8 oz)

and stainless steel mesh grille.

United States, Canada,

Latin America, Caribbean:

Shure Incorporated
5800 West Touhy Avenue
Niles, IL 60714-4608 USA

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone] (USA)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

SM87A

Frequency Response 50 - 18,000 Hz
Polar Pattern SuperCardioid (unidirectional)
Output Impedance (at 1,000 Hz) 100 Ohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) -52.5 dBV/Pa. (2.4 mV)

Construction Aluminum construction with steel grille

and satin black finish.
Net Weight 200 g (7 oz)

SM137

Frequency Response 20 - 20,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid (unidirectional)
Output Impedance (at 1,000 Hz) 150 Ohms
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) -41 dBV/Pa. (8.9 mV)

Construction Steel and brass construction with dark gray matte

Net Weight 195 g (6.9 oz)

Europe, Middle East, Africa:

Shure Europe GmbH
Wannenäckerstr. 28,
74078 Heilbronn, Germany

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

finishand stainless steel mesh grille.

Asia, Pacic:

Shure Asia Limited
3/F, Citicorp Centre
18 Whitfield Road
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

www.shure.com

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