Shure SM57 Vocal / Instrument Microphone

Shure SM57 Instrument Microphone – The Reliable Choice for Instruments and Speech in Schools & Worship

The Shure SM57 is a trusted, professional-grade dynamic microphone used on stages and in studios worldwide—and it's just as essential in school auditoriums and church sanctuaries. Known for its exceptional clarity and rugged build, the SM57 is perfect for amplifying musical instruments, speech, and ensembles in live or recorded settings.

In school settings, it's ideal for miking drums, guitar amps, wind ensembles, or student bands during performances and assessments. In churches, the SM57 excels at capturing instruments like acoustic guitars, percussion, brass, or even lectern speech with crystal-clear accuracy. Its tight cardioid pattern isolates the sound you want while reducing ambient noise and feedback—great for acoustically live rooms and multi-mic setups.

Rugged, reliable, and easy to integrate with existing PA systems, the SM57 is the ultimate utility mic for any school or church needing dependable, professional sound capture.

Ideal for:

• Church bands and worship instrument amplification

• School concerts, assemblies, and student music assessments

• Instrument mic’ing on stage or in studio

• Lectern or pulpit speech reinforcement

Key Features:

• Tailored frequency response for clear instrument and speech pickup

• Cardioid polar pattern rejects unwanted background noise

• Durable, road-tested design with steel grille and internal shock mount

• Excellent for drums, guitars, brass, woodwinds, and percussion

• Works with any standard XLR sound system – simple to set up and use

Includes:

• SM57 microphone

• Mic clip

• Padded storage pouch

• (XLR cable not included in this model – SM57-LC)