Friday, January 2, 2009

Shure - SM58 - Vocal Microphone


This product is only available to bona fide academic institutions.

Probably the most famous mic on the planet, the Shure SM58 has been the first choice for live vocals for years. Being virtually indestructable, it is also a popular choice with schools and colleges. As well as live vocals, the SM58 can be used in the studio for close mic'ing high SPL sources. On stage, a high front-to-back ratio helps keep feedback at bay when on-stage monitors are used.

Here's what Shure say about the SM58

The Shure SM58 unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone is designed for professional vocal use in live performance, sound reinforcement, and studio recording. It 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. A cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while minimizing unwanted background noise. Rugged construction, a proven shock-mount system, and a steel mesh grille ensure that even with rough handling, the SM58 will perform consistently, outdoors or indoors.

Shure SM58 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 which rotates 180 degrees
  • Legendary Shure quality, ruggedness and reliability
  • Cardioid (unidirectional) dynamic
  • Frequency response: 50 to 15,000 Hz

Sennheiser - E845 - Vocal Microphone



Super cardioid dynamic mic with on/off switch


The Sennheiser e845-S is a high-performance lead vocal microphone with an extended high frequency response and supercardioid pick-up pattern for higher signal output, cuts through high on-stage sound levels. Smooth warm tonal response and full dynamic range, with presence lift for vocal clarity and projection. Consistent on/off axis and proximity response maintain sound quality while moving, providing greater on-stage freedom. Full metal construction and extensive suspension and shock-mounting minimize handling noise and signal interference. High output performance microphone, offering power, clarity and projection.

Product Details:

-Rugged all metal body
-Exceptional feedback rejection
-Full dynamic range and smooth frequency response for excellent signal quality -------Consistent on-/off-axis and proximity response
-Very good rejection of handling noise
-Hum compensating coil
-Silent ON/OFF switch
-Transducer principle: Pressure gradient receiver
-Frequency response: 40Hz - 16kHz
-Sensitivity (free field, no load) 1kHz:
-1.8 mV/Pa =/- 55 dB
-(odB=1V/Pa) =/-75 dB
-(odB=1V/'bar)
-Nominal impedance at 1 kHz: 350 ohms
-Min terminating impedance: 1000 ohms
-Dimensions: O=1.8 in.
-L=7.3 in.
-Weight: 11.64 oz.