Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone,Black & Tiger MCA68-BK Microphone Boom Stand, Mic Stand with Free Mic Clip, Black

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The SM57 is perfect for recording instruments as the tight polar pattern provides almost complete off-axis rejection and studio-quality sound at all times. The SM57 has an SPL of 190dB – which is actually louder than a NASA space shuttle taking off. Your cranked amp, hardest scream or heaviest snare aren’t going to be a problem. Billed as "The Legendary Vocal Microphone", the SM58 lugs a big reputation around. Shure has been producing this iconic product for close to 50 years now, and it is recommended by live musicians and vocal instructors alike. Reliable, durable and relatively inexpensive, the Shure SM58 represents the world's choice in a general mic. The SM57 is perfectly capable of recording vocals, and has been used by live vocalists for decades – but due to its polar pattern, heavy bass frequency response and high SPL capabilities it’s just the better option for guitar cabinets and instrument recording. Both mics are industry standards for different reasons. Neither mic is “better” overall, but both mics are better suited to different applications. Why is the Shure SM57 so popular? Why is the SM57 considered the best microphone for guitar cabs? Is the SM57 a good mic for vocals? Find out here

So if you're still trying to make up your mind about whether to go for a SM58 or not, just buy one anyway, and make up your mind later.Build quality follows price point in most industries, but there are always exceptions where a particular product punches above its weight. Like the Honda Civic of audio industry, the Shure SM58 surprises users with quality matching much more expensive units and a robust range of abilities, leading some to call it the mic that can do everything. While not necessarily the best in any one area, the SM58 covers enough bases well enough to clear that “must-have” bar for anyone who is thinking about recording. It looks like a very plain, unsexy mic. What exactly makes it so great?

Giving the microphone appropriate equalisation via the mixer it gave my voice a flattering good cadence. Not only that; when I gave our honoured guest a stint on reading the political questions selection, (she being our local MP) the SM58S gave her voice the same accurate projection as it did of mine. But you may be confused as to which option you need, and thinking “wait, do I need a Shure SM57 or a Shure SM58?”When you have the Shure SM57 in your arsenal, it's always best to reach for this if you want to record guitars or instruments.