Shure SM58 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone

Key Features

• Cardioid dynamic capsule with a uniform pickup pattern
• Frequency response tailored for vocals, with a brighter midrange and reduced bass
• Sensitivity of -54.50 dBV/Pa (1.60 mV/Pa)
• Built-in spherical filter that reduces wind and breath pop noise
• Pneumatic shock mount system that absorbs handling noise
• Steel mesh grille and die-cast metal body
• Rated impedance of 150 ohms (300 ohms actual) for low-impedance microphone inputs
• Replacement cartridge: R59

Vocal Frequency Response

The midrange is brightened and the bass is rolled off, which suits singing and speech in live and studio use.

Pickup Pattern and Handling

The uniform cardioid pattern picks up the main sound source and reduces background noise from other directions. The pneumatic shock mount absorbs handling noise.

Wind, Pop and Rough Use

A built-in spherical filter and the mesh grille reduce wind and plosive sounds in the signal. The steel grille and die-cast body are designed to keep performance consistent under rough handling.