SM57 LC : Industry standard instument mic

10 years ago

I bought two sm57's and have used them in live and home recording settings for acoustic guitar, electric guitar amps, close mic drums and cajon.

The mic generally does everything you need for live sound. I found it even works well as a bass drum mic at a push. It doesnt quite have the sound of the Beyer m201 for snare when recording, but is a good all round workhorse.

The construction is high quality, and they hold up well to being transported, dropped or accidentally hit with drumsticks. Plus every sound tech knows what to do with an sm57.

Image Shure SM57 LC

Technical Data

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