Shure SM10A Headworn Cardioid Dynamic Microphone

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The Shure SM10A is a headworn microphone for vocal performers and a favorite of singing drummers and keyboardists who need freedom of movement on stage.

A headworn microphone for vocal performers, the SM10A-CN is a favorite of singing drummers and keyboardists who need freedom of movement on stage.

Features:

- Close-talk design provides excellent isolation and minimizes gain-before-feedback.
- Extremely rugged with fully adjustable headband and microphone boom.
- Cardioid dynamic
- Frequency response: 50 to 15,000 Hz

About Shure

S.N. Shure began his company's relationship with the products of personal sound by launching a one-man operation in 1925 that sold radio parts kits. Since then, Shure microphones and audio electronics have been the tools of choice for politicians, musicians, corporations, churches, and broadcasters across the world. Anyone who considers sound to be an important part of his or her self-expression has probably used one of Shure's microphones, phonograph needles, or other professional audio products.

- Type: Dynamic, close-talk
- Frequency Response (at 8mm [5/16 in.]): 50 to 15,000 Hz (see Figure 2)
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid, uniform with frequency, symmetrical about axis
- lmpedance: Rated at 150 W (223 W actual)
- Sensitivity: 1,000 Hz at 8mm (5/16 in.)
- Open Circuit Voltage: -65.0 dBV/Pa* (0.45 mV) (*1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
- Hum Sensitivity (typical): 35.5 dB equivalent SPL in a 1 mOe field
- Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 of microphone connector
- Connector: Professional 3-pin male XLR audio connector
- Cable: Non-detachable, 1.5 m (5 ft.), 2-conductor, shielded, plastic-jacketed
- Case: Black thermoplastic microphone and pivot housing, anodized aluminum end caps, stainless steel grille, and boom
- Net Weight: 78 g (2.7 oz.), less cable and connector
- Packaged Weight: 950 g (2 lbs., 1-1/2 oz.)

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-516-2525
Email: service@shure.com

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (46 ratings)
Submitted March 26, 2005 by a customer from yahoo.com

"Perfect for Drummers and Keyboardists!!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I've tried the wireless version too but this one is the most professional and flexible headset mic I ever seen. The Wireless is fine for Aerobics and Dance instructors, if you plan to go live, or record, get this one.
Sound
I've used this Mic for almost ten years and it's my favorite. The sound is great considering the size of the diaphragm, it responds like an SM58 for vocals but without the stand :) but an SM58 has a Diaphragm double the size(diameter)because of that you get much less feedback too when close to speakers and monitors, a real classic from shure. I've tried the wireless version too but this one is the most professional and flexible headset mic I ever seen. The Wireless is fine for Aerobics and Dance instructors, if you plan to go live, or record, get this one.
Quality
Very rugged construction, after ten years still perfect, the protective hard case works great.
Value
Good price for the benefit. Same price of a SM58 or 57 plus the stand and the cable (and the hassle)
Manufacturer Support
Never had to call them.

Musical Background:

Touring Pro Drummer

Musical Style:

Rock, Alternative, Country, Jazz
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