Shure PG58 Performance Gear Vocal Microphone

Legendary microphone quality!
When gear-savvy musicians talk microphones, Shure is bound to be mentioned among the best and brightest. No mic locker is complete without a healthy dose of Shure's legendary quality and performance. Their Performance Gear series is the perfect introduction to one of the best microphone manufacturers on the planet.

Engineered for vocal performance
All Performance Gear microphones are engineered for specific applications, both on stage and in the studio. While other mics in the series are designed for instrument use, the PG58 is frequency-tailored to bring clarity and presence to vocal tracks. The frequency response from 60-15,000 Hz is wide enough to handle any voice, from the lowest bass to the highest soprano. Low-frequency rolloff with carefully boosted midrange help both background- and lead-vocals cut through the instrument mix to provide a central point of focus for your songs. If the singer is too far in front, it sounds like a karaoke performance, but if they are sitting too deep into the instrument tracks, the impact of the lyrics is lost. The PG58 lets you find the perfect balance, effectively communicating your message and keeping the audience engaged.

Cardioid pickup pattern
In a live-performance setting, the lead singer tends to move around the stage quite a bit. With all the sound coming up from the backline instruments, stage monitors, and the mains, feedback through the vocal mic can be difficult to deal with. Fortunately, the PG58 uses a cardioid pickup pattern to prevent off-axis sounds from entering the mic capsule. Your singer is free to roam wherever they like without worrying about creating a feedback loop. In the studio, this narrow pickup range is great for isolating audio to individual tracks. If the drums are bleeding into the vocals, it can be difficult to boost the singer's level without having too much of the drums in the mix. The cardioid pattern keeps the drums out, making it easy to adjust the vocals while the instrument levels remain unchanged. You'll definitely appreciate this added control as your mixes get tighter and clearer. The integrated on/off switch also prevents feedback and track-bleed when the mic is not in use.

Rugged construction
This mic is built to take heavy road abuse and still perform to perfection at every stop on the tour. The rugged metal housing and steel mesh grille protect the internal components from damage, no matter how crazy things get up on stage. An internal shockmount system limits handling noise caused by moving the microphone or adjusting the mic stand, and Shure's integrated filter reduces vocal pops and breath noise before they can ruin a recorded track. The mic capsule contains a neodymium magnet for boosted signal levels, plus a beefy coil to handle Sound Pressure Levels (SPL) up to 94 dB without distortion. You can check the PG58 off your list of things to worry about and spend your time tightening up your set.

The drop test
For further proof of the PG58's rock-solid construction, it passed Shure's famed drop test. Just like the popular SM series, Performance Gear models are dropped ten times from ten feet high with no noticeable performance problems. Bottom line, the mic is ready to deliver quality vocals whenever you're ready to make music. Indoors or outdoors -- it makes no difference. Your PG58 provides proper operation at a temperature range of -20 to 135 degrees Fahrenheit, and at a relative humidity of 0 to 95 percent. Book a gig anywhere on the planet and your mic will be there to back you up.

Accessories
The package includes a break-resistant mic clip, soft zipper storage pouch, and a 15-foot XLR to XLR or XLR to 1/4 in. TRS mic cable. You can also get multiple PG58's to outfit the whole stage.

The PG58 Vocal Microphone is a rugged mic tuned to accentuate the clarity of lead and back-up vocals.

Shure Performance Gear microphones are affordable and application-specific, ideal for everyday use and practice. They are the perfect introduction to Shure engineering excellence for performers ready to plug in and play out. Performance Gear Microphones provide a complete vocal, instrument and drum selection and feature many of the same durability and performance attributes of other Shure microphones at an attractive price. Real gear without compromise. As serious as you want to get.

Features
Tailored frequency response is smooth and extended. Tuned specifically for vocal applications.

Cardioid polar pattern picks up the most sound from in front of the microphone and some sound from the sides. Less susceptible to feedback in high volume settings.

Dynamic cartridge has a simple, rugged coil. Handles extreme volume levels without distortion.

Cartridge includes a neodymium magnet for high output level.

Internal shock mount for reduced handling noise.

Durable metal construction.

On/off switch for onstage control.

Hardened steel mesh ball grille that resists wear and abuse.

Integral "pop" filter reduces explosive breath sounds and wind noise.

Includes 15ft. (4.57m) cable, break-resistant mic clip and storage bag.

Technical Info

Microphone Type: Dynamic (moving coil)

Polar Pattern: Cardioid (unidirectional)

Frequency Response: 60 to 15,000 Hz

Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of microphone output connector

Output Impedance (at 1000 Hz): 300 Ohms

Sensitivity (at 1000 Hz): 53 dBV/Pa, (2.2 mV), 1 Pascal=94 dB SPL

Electromagnetic Hum Sensitivity: 26 dB equivalent SPL in a 1 millioersted field (60 Hz)

Switch: Builtin On/Off switch

Connector: 3pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)

Case: Die cast metal handle, black matte finish; hardened silver colored, spherical steel mesh grille

Environmental Conditions: This microphone operates over a temperature range of 29 to 57 degrees Celcius (20 to 135 degrees Fahrenheit), and at a relative humidity of 0 to 95%.

Weight:
Net: 321 g (11.3 oz.)
Packaged: 908 g (2 lbs.)

CERTIFICATION: Eligible to bear CE Marking. Conforms to European EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. Meets applicable tests and performance criteria in European Standard EN55103 (1996) parts 1 and 2, for residential (E1) and light industrial (E2) environments.

So you're a superstar in the shower. You're finally ready for an audience. There's a PA. But wait--you need a mic! The rugged PG58 has a cardioid polar pattern that picks up only what is in front of it and a little bit of the sides. The result is higher signal level before feedback. Did we mention that the PG58 also has an on/off switch to save your headaches when you're gigging without a sound guy? It does.