"Shure's SM Series of dynamic microphones have been the reigning industry standards since the 1960s. The SM58® is the most widely used vocal mic in the world, and the SM57 has long been the Number One choice for guitar amps and snare drums, both onstage and in the studio." - Babz, Electronic Musician, October 2009  
The SM57's outstanding performance, legendary reliability, and diversity of application make this "workhorse" the choice of performers, producers, and sound engineers worldwide. 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. More about SM57 Step inside the Mic Listening Lab 
"The SM27 offers an exceptionally quiet and transparent solution at a price that should make it more appealing in today's tighter economy." - Babz, Electronic Musician, October 2009 The SM27 is a rugged and versatile large-diaphragm, side-address cardioid microphone, with low self-noise and extended frequency response that picks up vocal and instrument nuances with great clarity. Durable Shure construction features three separate mesh layers that reduce wind and breath noise. Just as comfortable onstage as in the studio. More about SM27 Step inside the Mic Listening Lab Where's my closest Shure dealer? |
