SM57 LC : overhyped? or an essential classic, juries still out

5 years ago

excellently strong build quality, but thinly voiced. Bought on advice, only been using this for a snare drum so far, finding it best on the underside given the crispy sound of this mic. Yet to try its full range on a guitar amp or similar - While I can see why this mic has such a strong reputation, I prefer the sound of my snare even in C1000s overheads to this SM57 close up in different positions. That said it does sound clear and bright on its own and really will take a beating, both sonically and physically - for a £100 mic, I am impressed and pleased to have it in the 'tool kit'

Image Shure SM57 LC

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Shure
  • Average price : $116
  • Weight : 284g
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