Shure Sm57 Manual

  1. General Description. The Shure SM58 ® is a unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone for professional vocal use in sound reinforcement and studio recording. A highly effective, built-in, spherical filter minimizes wind and breath “pop” noise.
  2. The differences between the Shure SM57 vs. SM58 can be found right here in this informative comparison review!!

Model SM58® User Guide ©2006, Shure Incorporated 27B2902 (Rev. 3) Printed in U.S.A. GENERAL The Shure SM58® is a unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone for professonal vocal use in sound reinforcement.

The Shure SM57 microphone

The Shure SM57 is a low-impedance cardioid dynamicmicrophone made by Shure Incorporated and commonly used in live sound reinforcement and studio recording. It is one of the best-selling microphones in the world. It is used extensively in amplified music and has been used for speeches by every U.S. president since its introduction in 1965.[1] In 2004, honoring its four decades of 'solid, dependable performance', it was inducted into the first-ever TEC Awards TECnology Hall of Fame.[1]

Background[edit]

The origin of SM57 may be traced to 1937, when Shure engineer Benjamin Bauer developed the first single-element directional microphone, the Unidyne, which had a cardioid pickup pattern.[1] In 1959, another Shure engineer, Ernie Seeler, advanced the art of microphone design significantly with the Unidyne III.[1] Seeler torture-tested the Unidyne III during three years of research and development and thereby, produced the SM series of rugged and reliable Shure microphone capsules.[1] The 'SM' stands for Studio Microphone;[2] Seeler was an aficionado of classical music and expected the SM57 to be used for orchestras. Because he 'despised' rock music, the TEC Foundation said that it was 'ironic' that the microphone has become 'a mainstay of rock music.'[1]

Characteristics[edit]

The SM57 uses the same capsule as the popular SM58. Like the SM58, the SM57 is fitted with an XLR connector and features a balanced output, which helps to minimize electrical hum and noise pickup. According to Shure, the frequency response extends from 40 Hertz (Hz) to 15 kHz. The SM57 is manufactured in the United States, Mexico, and China.

The Shure A2WS is an accessory windscreen for the SM57 that attenuates wind noise and plosives ('pop' sounds), and protects the microphone capsule.

Use[edit]

Shure SM57 microphones with A2WS windscreens installed on the lectern of the president of the United States. The microphone kit (two SM57 microphones, windscreens, microphone stands, and black right-angle XLR cables) is referred to as the VIP/high-profile microphone kit.

The SM57 is a popular choice of musicians due to its sturdy construction and ability to work well with instruments that produce high sound pressure levels, such as percussion instruments and electric guitars. The School of Audio Engineering (SAE) recommends the SM57 (along with other makes and models) for four roles in a drum kit: kick drum, snare drum, rack toms, and floor tom.[3] The cardioid pickup pattern of the microphone reduces the pickup of unwanted background sound and the generation of acoustic feedback. SM57s have also been a staple when reinforcing the sound from guitar amplifiers.

Every U.S. president since Lyndon B. Johnson has delivered speeches through an SM57.[1] It became the lectern microphone of the White House Communications Agency in 1965, the year of its introduction, and remains so.[4]

Due to its popularity, the SM57 has been counterfeited frequently by manufacturers in China and Thailand.[5] Shure Distribution UK reports that the SM57, SM58, Beta 57A, and Beta 58A are their microphones that are most commonly counterfeited.[6] In 2006, Shure mounted a campaign against the trading of counterfeit microphones.[7]

Specifications[edit]

Type
Dynamic
Frequency Response
40 to 15,000 Hz
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz Open Circuit Voltage)
−56.0 dBV/Pa (at 1,000 Hz)
Impedance
Rated impedance is 150 ohms (300 ohms actual) for connection to microphone inputs rated low impedance
Connector
Three-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)
Produced
1965–present

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ abcdefgTECnology Hall of Fame: 2004Archived 2013-12-13 at the Wayback Machine
  2. ^History of Shure IncorporatedArchived 2008-04-28 at the Wayback Machine
  3. ^'Microphone Placement: Let's take a look at a standard drum kit'. SAE. Retrieved April 6, 2011.
  4. ^Charles J. Kouri; Rose L. Shure; Hayward Blake; John Lee (2001). Shure: sound people, products, and values. 1. Shure Inc. p. xiii. ISBN0-9710738-0-5.
  5. ^Home Recording. Joe Shambro, Spotting a Fake Shure Microphone: How to tell if your mic is genuine—or not
  6. ^Shure Distribution UK. What is a counterfeit?Archived 2009-03-03 at the Wayback Machine
  7. ^Shure Distribution UK. Shure Distribution UK Clamp Down on CounterfeitersArchived 2009-04-25 at the Wayback Machine

External links[edit]

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Model SM57 User Guide

©

2006, Shure Incorporated

27C2903 (Rev. 5)

Printed in U.S.A.

MODEL SM57

UNIDIRECTIONAL DYNAMIC MICROPHONE

The Shure SM57 unidirectional dynamic microphone is

exceptional for musical instrument pickup or for vocals. With its

bright, clean sound and carefully contoured presence rise, the

SM57 is ideal for live sound reinforcement and recording. It has an

extremely effective cardioid pickup pattern which isolates the main

sound source while minimizing background noise. In the studio, it

is excellent for recording drums, guitar, and woodwinds. For

musical instruments or vocals, the SM57 is a consistent choice of

professional performers.

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

STAGE MONITOR & P.A. LOUDSPEAKER PLACEMENT

Place the stage monitor directly behind the microphone (see

Figure 1). Locate the P.A. loudspeakers so that they point away

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from the rear of the microphone. With the speakers located in

these positions, the possibility of feedback is greatly reduced.

Always check the stage setup before a performance to ensure

optimum placement.

RECOMMENDED LOUDSPEAKER PLACEMENT

FIGURE 1

APPLICATION AND PLACEMENT

Some of the most common applications and placement techniques

for the SM57 are listed in the following table. Remember that mi-

crophone technique is largely a matter of personal taste-there is no

single “correct” microphone position.

PROXIMITY EFFECT

When the sound source is less than 6 mm (1/4 in.) from the

microphone, the microphone boosts bass frequencies (by 6 to 10

dB at 100 Hz), creating a warmer and richer bass sound than when

farther away. This effect, known as proximity effect, happens in

unidirectional microphones like the SM57. The SM57

low-frequency roll-off provides greater control, allowing the user to

take full advantage of proximity effect.

GENERAL RULES FOR MICROPHONE USE

1. Aim the microphone toward the desired sound source and

away from unwanted sources.

2. Locate the microphone as close as practical to the desired

sound source.

3. Work close to the microphone for extra bass response.
4. Use only one microphone per sound source.
5. Locate multiple microphones at least three times as far from

other microphones as from the sound source.

6. Use as few microphones as practical.
7. Place microphones away from sound reflecting surfaces.
8. Add a windscreen when using the microphone outdoors, for

closeup speech, or vocals.

9. Avoid excessive handling to minimize mechanical noise.

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P.A.

LOUDSPEAKERS

STAGE

MONITOR

SOUND

SOURCE

MICROPHONE

APPLICATION

SUGGESTED MICROPHONE

PLACEMENT

TONE QUALITY

Tom-Toms

One SM57 on each tom, or between

each pair of toms, 25 mm (1 in.) to

75 mm (3 in.) above the heads. Aim

each mic at the top heads.

Medium attack,

balanced sound.

On double head toms, remove the

bottom head and place a mic inside

aimed at the head.

Medium attack, bal-

anced sound.

25 mm (1 in.) to 75 mm (3 in.) above

the rim of the top head of the drum.

Aim the mic at the head.

Most “snap” from

drumstick impact

Snare Drum

If desired, place a second mic just

below the rim of the bottom head.

More “snare”

sound.

25 mm (1 in.) from the speaker,

on-axis with the speaker cone.

Most attack,

emphasized bass

Guitar & Bass

Amplifiers

150 mm (6 in.) to 300 mm (12 in.)

away from speaker and on-axis with

speaker cone.

Medium attack, full,

balanced sound

.5 m (18 in.) to 1 m (3 ft) back from

the speaker, on-axis with the speak-

er cone.

Softer attack, thin,

reduced bass

sound.

On-axis with the edge of the speak-

er cone.

Thinner, reduced

bass sound.

Brass:.3 m (1 ft) to 1 m (3 ft) away,

on-axis with bell of instrument.

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Bright, clear sound.

Brass & Wood-

winds

Woodwinds: 25 mm (1 in.) to 150

mm (6 in.) away, on-axis with bell of

instrument.

Bright, clear sound.

Bell of the instrument 90° off-axis

from the front of the mic.

Softer, mellow

sound.

Vocals &

Speech

Shure Sm57 Parts

25 mm (1 in.) to 150 mm (6 in.) from

the vocalist's mouth.

Rich, warm sound.

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