Shure SM63,SM63L,SM63LB User Manual

MODELS SM63, SM63L, AND SM63LB
DYNAMIC MICROPHONES

Elegant, yet rugged, the high output SM63 series dynamic
omnidirectional microphones are designed for professional
applications where performance and appearance are critical.
Their smooth, wide frequency response is tailored for optimum
speech intelligibility, and includes a controlled low–frequency
rolloff for reduced pickup of stand and wind noise. A built-in
humbucking coil makes the microphones virtually immune to
strong hum fields, such as those produced by studio lighting.

The three models differ only in length and color. The cham­pagne-finished SM63 is designed for hand-held use on stage
and in broadcast, recording, and television studios. The
champagne-finished SM63L and the black-finished SM63LB
are ideal for remote interviews, sports broadcasts, and other
situations where longer microphones are desirable.

All three models use a patented Shure shock mount sys­tem to minimize handling noise. They also include a VERA­FLEXt grille that protects against damage from a drop of up
to 2 meters (6 ft.), and is impervious to dents, rust, corrosion,
and moisture. An integral pop filter effectively reduces
breath noise. The SM63L and SM63LB include a two–stage
windscreen accessory designed for outdoor use. All models
are supplied with a stand adapter and zippered storage bag.
Cables are available separately.

Model SM63 User Guide

Features

High output, low impedance

•

• 80 to 20,000 Hz frequency response tailored for optimum

speech intelligibility

• Low-frequency rolloff and built-in shock mount for reduced

pickup of handling noise and stand vibration

• Humbucking coil for virtual immunity to strong electromag-

netic hum fields

• Exceptionally rugged VERAFLEXt grille that resists

damage from drops, and is immune to rust, corrosion, and
moisture

• Built-in pop filter that suppresses breath and wind noise

• Accessory windscreen supplied with SM63L and SM63LB

for outdoor use under adverse wind conditions

• Excellent balance and feel for hand–held use

• Supplied snap-in stand adapter

• Sleek, handsome appearance looks good on stage, screen,

and television

SPECIFICATIONS

Type

Dynamic

Frequency Response

80 to 20,000 Hz (see Figure 1)

+10

0

dB

-10

20

50

100

TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE

FIGURE 1

Hz

1000

Polar Pattern

Omnidirectional

lmpedance (at 1,000 Hz)

Rated at 150 ohms (298 ohms actual)

Output Level (at 1,000 Hz)

–56.5 dBV/Pa (1.5 mV)

(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)

Hum Pickup (typical at 60 Hz)

21 dB equivalent SPL in a 1 millioersted field

10000

20000

2003, Shure Incorporated
27B3025 (Rev. 3)

Printed in U.S.A.

Polarity

Positive pressure produces positive voltage on pin 2

relative to pin 3 (See Figure 2)

CARTRIDGE

X

INTERNAL CONNECTIONS

HUMBUCKING

COIL

YELLOW

BLACK

FIGURE 2

THREE-PIN

PROFESSIONAL

AUDIO CONNECTOR

1

2

3

Shock Mount

Patented internal vibration isolator

Stand Adapter

Snap-in, positive action, adjustable through 90_ from

vertical to horizontal, suitable for mounting on stand with

5

/8”-27 thread

Case

SM63, SM63L: Champagne finish aluminum with

VERAFLEXt grille

SM63LB: Black finish aluminum with VERAFLEXt grille

Dimensions

See Figure 3

32 mm

(1-1/4 IN.)

SM63: 144.5 mm

(5-11/16 IN.)

SM63L, SM63LB: 233 mm

(9-3/16 IN)

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

FIGURE 3

20 mm

(25/32 IN.)

Net Weight (less cable)

SM63: 99 grams (3.50 oz)

SM63L, SM63LB: 124 grams (4.3 oz)

Packaged Weight

SM63: 567 grams (1 Ib 4 oz)

SM63L, SM63LB: 595 grams (1 Ib 5 oz)

Certifications

Eligible to bear CE Marking. Conforms to European EMC

Directive 89/336/EEC. Meets applicable tests and perfor-

mance criteria in European Standard EN55103 (1996)

parts 1 and 2, for residential (E1) and light industrial (E2)

environments.

ARCHITECTS’ SPECIFICATIONS

The microphone shall be a moving coil (dynamic) type with
a frequency response of 80 to 20,000 Hz. The unit shall have
an omnidirectional polar characteristic. The microphone
shall have a rating impedance of 150 ohms.

The microphone output shall be –56.5 dB where 0 dB
equals 1 milliwatt per 10 microbars.

The microphone shall be provided with a swivel adapter
adjustable through 90_ from vertical to horizontal. The mi­crophone swivel adapter shall permit the microphone to be
placed into and removed from the adapter with a smooth
snap-in movement. The adapter will be equipped with a

5

/8”-27 thread for mounting on a standard microphone stand

fitting.

The overall dimensions of the microphone shall be 144.5

11

mm (5-

/16 in.) or 233 mm (9-3/16 in.) in length and 33 mm

(1-1/4 in.) in diameter.

The microphone shall be the Shure Model SM63, SM63L,
SM63LB, or equivalent.

FURNISHED ACCESSORIES

Swivel Adapter A57F. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brown Windscreen (SM63L) RK229WS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Black Windscreen (SM63LB) 49A130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carrying/Storage Bag 26A13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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

lsolation Mount A53M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brown Windscreen (SM63) RK229WS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

R

TRIPLE-FLEX

Cable and Plug (7.6 m, 25 ft) C25F. . . .

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Cartridge R191. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacement Grille (SM63) RK366. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacement Grille (SM63L) RK367. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacement Grille (SM63LB) RK368. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Plug Element RK152P. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

For additional service or parts information, please contact
Shure’s Service Department at 1–800–516–2525. Outside
the United States, please contact your authorized Shure
Service Center.

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