Is a Shure SM58 good for recording?

The answer is yes. A Shure SM58 microphone can be used for recording vocals and can give nice results. However, it is traditionally used for live vocals and does have some limitation in the studio.

Is my SM58 fake?

Quite simply, if there isn’t one, the mic is likely a fake. As you can see from the above images, the real SM57 and SM58 boxes have an additional barcode at the top of the end panel, under which sits the serial number (S/N); the counterfeit boxes have no serial numbers.

Is SM58 directional?

The Shure SM58 is a unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone for professional vocal use in sound reinforcement and studio recording. A highly effective, built-in, spherical filter minimizes wind and breath “pop” noise.

Is Shure SM58 made in China?

I know Shure manufactures its products in Mexico and China. All Shure manufacturing facilities are ISO (International Standards Organization) certified annually. Robust processes and product quality documentation are built into each facility from the beginning.

Is SM58 balanced or unbalanced?

The wired version provides balanced audio through a male XLR connector. The SM58 uses an internal shock mount to reduce handling noise. A distinctive feature of the SM58 is its pneumatic suspension system for the microphone capsule.

Where is the serial number on a Shure SM58?

There is no serial number on the SM58 microphone nor on most Shure microphones. There is a serial number on the outside of the box that the SM58 comes in. There is a “date code” of two letter combinations inside the microphone.

Is it OK to use Shure SM58 for recording vocals?

The unique sound. Some producers explicitly use the SM 58 for vocals and guitar recordings.

Consistent performance. All SM58 mics give out the same audio quality.

Robustness. SM 58 mics are robust,much so unlike condenser mics.

Less worry about ambient noise.

What are the main characteristics of the Shure SM58 microphone?

SM58 Dynamic Vocal Microphone Roll with no shake or rattle. Handling noise gets absorbed by the pneumatic shock mount, keeping the sound free of vibration. Screen out unwanted air. When wind and plosives try to take over, the spherical mesh grille and built-in pop filter keep them out of the mix. Rugged for the road ahead. Taking the show on tour?

What’s the difference between the SM58 and the SM57?

The polar pattern on the SM57 is uni-directional in contrast to the omni-directional pattern on the SM58.

The SM57 is said to be more versatile than the 58.

The SM57 has crisper vocals on the highs,and is fuller on the low end.

The SM57 is more open on the top end

The look of each is vastly different,from the grille,shape,color,etc.