A "MUST HAVE MIC!"

The SM57 is a cardiod (unidirectional) dynamic microphone with a contoured frequency response of 40 to 15,000 Hz, perfect for clean reproduction of vocals and instruments. The SM57 is most renowned in the music industry as the standard microphone of choice for snare drums and guitar amplifiers.

Technical Description
Type: Dynamic
Frequency Response: 40 to 15,000 Hz
Polar Pattern: Unidirectional (cardioid), rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis, uniform with frequency 3-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)
Case: Dark gray, enamel-painted, die-cast steel with a polycarbonate grille and a stainless steel screen.
Dimensions: 32 x 157 x 23mm (1-1/4 x 6-3/16 x 29/32 in.)
Swivel Adapter: Positive-action, break-resistant, adjustable through 180Á, with standard 5/8 in.-27 thread
Net Weight (without cable): 284 g (10 oz.)

The Shure SM58 is a unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone designed for professional vocal use in live performance, sound reinforcement, and studio recording. A highly effective, built-in, spherical filter minimizes wind and breath "pop" noise. A cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while minimizing unwanted background noise.

Frequency response tailored for vocals, with brightened midrange and bass rolloff

Uniform cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source and minimizes background noise

Pneumatic shock-mount system cuts down handling noise

Effective, built-in spherical wind and pop filter

Supplied with break-resistant stand adapter which rotates 180 degrees

Cardioid (unidirectional) dynamic

Frequency response: 50 to 15,000 Hz

Beta 58

$159.00

The Shure Beta 58A is a high-output supercardioid dynamic vocal microphone. It maintains a true supercardioid pattern throughout its frequency range.

The Beta 58A has a shaped frequency response that is ideal for close-up vocals. The superb performance of this microphone is not affected by rough handling because of its rugged construction, proven shock mount system, and hardened steel mesh grille. Typical applications for the Beta 58A include lead vocals, backup vocals and speech. Smooth, extended frequency response for outstanding sound for professional live vocal use Consistent supercardioid pattern provides the best gain-before-feedback among dynamic microphones Pneumatic shock mount reduces handling noise

Frequency response: 50 to 16,000 Hz