[Review&QnA] Instrument Dynamic Mircophone, SM57-LC (SM57-LCE)
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[Review&QnA] Instrument Dynamic Mircophone, SM57-LC (SM57-LCE)
About this item
- Contoured frequency response for clean, instrumental reproduction and rich vocal pickup
- Professional-quality reproduction for drum, percussion, and instrument amplifier miking
- 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
Reviews
★★★★★
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Amazing microphone for voice paired with A81WS foam!
Not much to say. With my settings, it has a VERY rich sound! Honestly, very close to a Shure SM7B, but the foam I'm using is likely to contribute to that more since it "moves" the capsule to the same relative location under foam just as the 7B does. Their capsules are very similar, but if you're using the mic in environments that are bandwidth limited such as streaming, Discord or uploading to YouTube, the difference isn't big enough unless you're in a professional studio. If you have a mid-range male voice, try my settings! Tweak around if you have different hardware/software. This microphone has a pretty flat frequency response, so calibrating it is a breeze!
**Hardware Setup
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This mic is on a shock mount with an A81WS foam (Wasn't meant to be used with the SM57, but with a little work, it'll fit!)
Fethead preamp (CloudLifter can work too)
Yamaha MG10XU mixer with 80Hz HPF switch on, Gain set to 9 o'Clock, Compressor off (Hardware compressor is not good for noise isolation. It's much better to do it in software after noise suppression is already applied), HIGH EQ 10kHz set to 1 o'Clock, MID EQ 2.5kHz set to 12 o'Clock (Default), LOW EQ 100Hz set to 11 o'Clock and Level set to 3 o'Clock (Default, where the arrow is) The EQ settings will roll off a little more of the bass in the 100Hz range while also bringing out some of the vocal presence in the 10kHz range.
**Software Setup
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DAW: Cakewalk; set to monitor out over Virtual Audio Cable (This lets me make any further post adjustments and be outputted as a mic in real time as a separate device to have a fully EQ'd microphone running all across Windows.)
VSTs in order (Effects apply from top to bottom)
***Brusfri Trial: Best noise cancelling VST out there! Just keep everything quiet, and hold the ear button down for 10 seconds. Unlike almost every other noise canceling VST, this one actually retains sound quality! I'm well past the trial, but it still works as it's supposed to.
***Rough Rider: Very good free compressor. I use this over the hardware compressor because it'll compress everything after it's gone through post.
★★★★★
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Great for the spoken voice, and durable too
We have purchased two of the Shure SM-57 microphones for use at business meetings. The SM-57 is often hailed for being a great musical instrument microphone, but we are using it for speakers at a podium. We hold meetings at hotels three times per year and wanted to get reliable equipment so that we would always know we were going to be using a reliable sound system. We chose the SM-57 microphone because of its durability and sound quality.
Durability - The SM-57 is known for its durability and while we have only had the microphone for a year, it does not get pampered in any way. In fact, it gets stored in a cardboard box and moved around a lot. So far, neither of our SM-57s has given us any problems.
Sound quality - We use the SM-57 as a podium mic and a floor standing mic exclusively. It only gets used for the spoken voice so I cannot comment on the way is sounds when you sing into it. It does not color the sound of the person speaking and the sensitivity is pretty good. There are more sensitive mics out there but this one works really well. This is the same microphone that has been used by the President of the United States for decades and I can see why. It is a proven winner.
Overall, I would recommend the Shure SM-57 as a podium microphone to anyone.
★★★★★
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Most recommended mic in the world for a reason
Industry standard recording mic, sm57 and sm58 are the best starting points if you need to buy a mic. Clear quality, and a lot of great songs have been recorded on the sm57s and 58s, if it worked for them it will work for you. Don’t go cheaper than these or you’ll be back here soon buying a shure. If you can only buy one mic, I’d say sm57 is the most versatile mic I know of. And they’re bulletproof, You can drop these things down the stairs and run them over with your car and it would probably still sound good. Shure makes nothing but quality.
★★★★★
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Studio Standard for a reason
Here I am 2 weeks shopping for mics. I'm comparing specs, freq response charts and all the things. So many damn selections, when a friend of mine says, "the mic can't change what it's hearing" BAM! I went with the studio standard and am pleasantly surprised at what the mic is hearing. lol I'm using it to record my old Yamaha FG-335 and I'm astounded how it replicates the richness of this beautiful 40 year old guitar. Now if I could just get it to be more forgiving of my sloppy playing!
★★★★★
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These mics are great for congas as well as vocals.
These are of course the workhorse mics that the pros have been using for years. Great for percussion as well as vocals and guitars. I also use one when I play soprano sax as it works well with that horn. They are worth the money and very durable, I have dropped it once and it kept right on working. Great sound out quality out of these mics as well.
★★★★★
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Legendary for a reason
For years I heard about how good this microphone was, but I already had an instrument mic from another brand and I didn't want to replace it. The fact is, you may not realize how great of a sound you can record from your amp until you use an SM57. I'm sure there are other brands/mics out there that are better, but for the price, you can't beat this.
★★★★★
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Great classic mic
The SM57 is a classic and is used by professionals all over the world. I bought mine specifically for use on a drum kit and they sound fantastic on the snare and toms.
★★★★★
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Awesome Sound Quality
The Shure SM57 is "The" most used mic in the world. Every president in modern times has used the SM57. Why? Simply because it is a super mic. whether you will use it for voice or instruments you will love it.
★★★★★
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Using for piano - works great
My ancient microphone kept disconnecting from my piano stand. I saw great reviews on this mic and decided it was time for a change. I have not been dissapointed. It's durable, small, sound quality it good and works well with my existing mixer setup. Would buy again.
★★★★★
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Fantastic Mic, lives up to hype!
Been using this for vocals while I found myself a good vocal mic. It has done everything I asked of it and more!
Question & Answer
Question :
If i get the USB on-the-go recorder thing with it would i still need and audio interface??
Answer :
USB converter works perfectly fine with this microphone. Computer recognized the external mic.
Question :
Is made in eeuu or mexico?
Answer :
Mine says assembled in Mexico
Question :
would this be good for recording brass instruments, like a trombone or a French horn, or trumpet? How does it compare to the SM-58?
Answer :
Neither one is necessarily good for brass. Think of 57's and 58's as being very, very good general purpose microphones. They don't super-excel at anything except close-up vocals and drums. For something like brass, try a condenser mic.
Question :
Anyone has recomendations on miking a talking drum?
Answer :
I would use a small diaphragm condenser mic.
Question :
where is it made?
Answer :
They have been made in Mexico for many years now, if I recall.
Question :
Will this mic work with the novation audiohub 2x4? Thanks
Answer :
No, this mic uses a XLR connector.
Question :
Would anyone recommend this microphone to record acoustic guitar ?
Answer :
Yes.
Question :
Made in?
Answer :
They are made in the USA. Unfortunately some counter fit Shure mics are being made in China and Mexico I have read, so you have to look for the details that will let you know you have a legit mic. You Tube has some good videos on that subject. I have ordered 2 Shure SM-57 mics from Amazon and they were legit.
Question :
Would i get more gain before feedback with this over a sm 94? is sound quality poorer on 57 than 94?
Answer :
Thank you for your question. This answer isn’t always that simple as it all depends on several factors including speaker system, mic placement, and mic characteristics. We are going to call this a personal response as one could always find some rebuttal.
From our personal perspective, the SM94 has a better flat response, but it is more sensitive because it is a Condenser. The SM94 has been discontinued for quite some time and some would say is not comparable to the SM57 (apples to oranges and all that).
The SM57 is a Dynamic and versatile mic. It is not very sensitive and will likely allow you to push more gain before feedback.
Microphones will not always work the same in all instances because the ambient field is never the same and not always ideal. Check speaker placement, review the differences in mic characteristics, compare sensitivity, and get friendly with frequency response charts. All of these can help you make your personal decision.
NOTE: Shure microphones have never been known for poor sound quality.
Also, thought we might share a link by SHURE regarding feedback in case it can provide a helpful perspective:
https://service.shure.com/s/article/how-do-i-fix-my-feedback-problem?language=en_US
Question :
Does this mic require lithium ion battery as the description says? I ask because the LC version does not.
Answer :
The SM-57 does NOT require a lithium-ion battery, and we apologize for the confusion. Thank you!!
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