Shure SM57VIP Dual Microphone Kit

SM57 Instrument Microphone

The legendary Shure SM57 microphone is exceptional for musical instrument pickup and vocals. With its bright, clean sound and contoured frequency response, the SM57 is ideal for live sound reinforcement and recording. It has an extremely effective cardioid pickup pattern which isolates the main sound source while minimizing background noise. In the studio, it is excellent for recording drums, guitar, and woodwinds.
 
The SM57’s outstanding performance, legendary reliability, and diversity of application make this "workhorse" the choice of performers, producers, and sound engineers worldwide.

Features:

• 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
• Frequency response: 40 to 15,000 Hz
• Replacement cartridge:  R57

Specifications:

Type
          Dynamic

Frequency Response
40 to 15,000 Hz

Polar Pattern
Unidirectional (cardioid), rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis, uniform with frequency.

Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz)
Open Circuit Voltage: -56.0 dBV/Pa* (1.6 mV) *(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)

Impedance
Rated impedance is 150 ohms (310 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 steel with a polycarbonate grille and a stainless steel screen.

Net Weight (without cable)

284 grams (10 oz)

The VIP55SM holds two microphones, typically two SM57 mics, side by side. It can hold any Shure microphone with a tapered handle. Each mic is held in a vibration mount, like an air-filled doughnut, as used in the A55SM. The VIP55SM mounts to a standard mic stand via its internal 5/8"-27 thread. 

In the model number, “VIP” stands for Very Important Person, as this mount is used by the President of the United States, many mayors, governors, college presidents, and other important people. "55SM" is taken from the model A55SM (Shock Mount).

The mics are spaced wide enough that each can be fitted with the A81WS windscreen for outdoor use in high winds.

The yoke that holds the two shock mounts is metal. The two shock mounts are plastic and a rubber-like material. The base is plastic with a threaded metal insert.
 

Locking Microphone Windscreen reduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with Shure SM57 and 545 Series microphones. Available in black and gray.

Reduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with the Shure end address microphones such as the Shure SM81, and SM57. Available in gray.

The A13HDB is a heavy-duty microphone stand, mounting flange designed for flush-mounting into desktops, podiums, etc. The A13HD features a 5/8"-27 threaded fitting for compatible goosenecks, microphone mounting shafts, etc. Available in silver or black.

90° XLR-f > XLR-m
• Built for the professional
• BRTB Contour 3524 black QUAD cable
• Swiss made Neutrik XLR connectors w/Silver-plated contacts (NC3FRC/
NC3MXX)
• QUAD 24-AWG OFHC copper conductors & Maximum density braided OFHC copper shield
• Handcrafted in North America
• Lifetime warranty

The A26X by Shure is a 3in extension tube for use with desktop stands to provide additional height. It is also handy for use with the Beta 58 to adapt to various mounting devices