The legendary SM58 cardioid dynamic vocal microphone is now available with the X2u USB Signal Adapter, which features built-in headphone monitoring with zero latency, and easy controls to balance microphone and playback audio. Digitally record wherever and whenever your computer takes you - just plug and play for better-than-CD quality vocal reproduction.
In Depth
SM58 - Dynamic microphone cartridge with a frequency response tailored with brightened mid-range and bass rolloff to deliver legendary warm and clear vocal reproduction. - Uniform cardioid polar pattern isolates vocal sound sources while minimizing background noise. - Internal pneumatic shock mount minimizes handling noise. - Legendary construction and versatility for consistent performance under rugged use and abuse on stage or in the studio.
- 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 - Net Weight: 298 grams (10.5 oz)
X2u - Plug and Play USB Connectivity allows the convenience of digital recording anywhere your computer can go (compatible with Windows Vista, XP, 2000, and Mac OS X 10.1 or later). - Integrated pre-amp with Microphone Gain Control allows control of input signal strength - Zero Latency Monitoring for real-time playback and multi-tracking without disorientation - Headphone jack for monitoring with 1/8" connectivity - Monitor Mix Control for blending microphone and playback audio - 16 bit, up to 48 kHz sample rate for better-than-CD quality audio
- Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz +/- 1 dB - Power Requirements: USB-powered, 500 mA, maximum - Digital Noise Floor (20 Hz to 20 kHz, A-weighted): Minimum MIC GAIN setting: −81 dB FS, Maximum MIC GAIN setting: −78 dB FS - Sampling Rate: up to 48 kHz - Bit Depth: 16 bit
Peak Signal Indicator (Tri-color) - OFF: −30 dB FS - Green: −30 to −12 dB FS - Yellow: −12 to 0 dB FS - Red: >0 (digital converter clipped)
- Adjustable Gain Range: 40 dB - Headphone Output: 3.5 mm (1/8 inch)
Item Number:
Shure SM58-X2u
44949 4-4
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