Shure SM58S Vocal Microphone (with On Off Switch) Review

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(More customer reviews)I upgraded to a pair of these from some cheapie Radio Shack unbalanced connector-type mics I was borrowing from a friend. When used at an annual live stage event, the improvement was marked and noticeable to several non-golden-eared onlookers who commented positively. The specs which state a high end response of 15K seem disappointing to me on paper, but the reality of how good these sound is convincing enough for me. I say that as someone who can pick out a lot of detail in sound.

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Product Description:
Designed for professional vocal use in live performance, sound reinforcement, and studio recording, Shure's SM58 unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone has a tailored vocal response for a sound, which is a world standard for singing or speech. A highly effective, built-in spherical filter minimizes wind and breath "pop" noise, and a cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while minimizing unwanted background noise. This SM58SLC model includes an on/off switch.


The SM58S vocal microphone.

Key Features

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 that rotates 180 degrees
Cardioid (unidirectional) dynamic

Specifications

Type: Dynamic (moving coil)
Frequency Response: 50 to 15,000 Hz
Polar Pattern: Unidirectional (cardioid), rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis, uniform with frequency
Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz Open Circuit Voltage): -54.5 dBV/Pa (1.85 mV) / 1 Pa = 94 dB SPL
Impedance: Rated impedance is 150 ohms (300 ohms actual) for connection to microphone inputs rated low impedance
Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
Connector: Three-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)
Case: Dark gray, enamel-painted, die cast metal; matte-finished, silver, spherical steel mesh grille
Weight: 10.5 ounces

Frequency response.

Polar pattern.

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Audix OM-2 Microphone Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this microphone as a cheaper sibling to the OM5 that I already own. I must say the quality is a tad under the OM5 but will certainly excell any other microphone brand outhere in the same price range. It has a good feedback treshold, it picks up even the softest whispers and the response over the whole frequency range for vocals is outstanding. The build is solid and robust so it's beautifull black and will last as long as you can make sound go through it.

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Product Description:
The American-made Audix OM2 is a hand-held dynamic vocal microphone designed primarily for live performance. With a hypercardioid pickup pattern and a frequency response of 50-16k Hz, the OM2 mic has the same well-balanced, comfortable profile as Audix's high-end touring vocal microphones. The OM2 featuries a low reflective black e-coat finish. Transformerless design, low impedance, and balanced output allow interference-free performance even with long cable runs. A dent-resistant spring-steel grill and sound pressure handling capabilities in excess of 140dB add to the Audix OM2's road-worthiness.

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