Shure 55SH Series II Iconic Unidyne Vocal Microphone

Shure 55SH Series II Iconic Unidyne Vocal Microphone

The Shure 55SH Series II is a classic-style dynamic vocal microphone that combines the distinctive Unidyne design with modern acoustic performance. Its cardioid pickup pattern helps isolate vocals from unwanted rear sound and reduce feedback, while the tailored frequency response provides clear reproduction for speech, singing, broadcasting, recording, and live performance.

Key Features

• Classic Unidyne Design: Features Shure’s iconic vintage-inspired microphone styling for stage, broadcast, and presentation applications.
• Dynamic Moving-Coil Capsule: Provides dependable vocal capture without requiring phantom power.
• Cardioid Polar Pattern: Focuses primarily on sound arriving from the front while reducing pickup from the rear.
• 50 Hz–15 kHz Frequency Response: Tailored specifically for speech, vocals, and instrumental music.
• Presence-Focused Vocal Response: Helps vocals remain clear and defined within live and recorded mixes.
• Shock-Mounted Cartridge: Helps minimise stand-transmitted vibration and handling noise.
• Low-Impedance Balanced Output: Designed for connection to professional microphone inputs.
• Built-In On/Off Switch: Allows convenient microphone muting directly from the microphone body.
• Self-Tensioning Swivel Mount: Allows the microphone angle to be adjusted approximately 45° forward and 80° backward.
• Integrated Stand Mount: Attaches directly to compatible microphone stands without requiring a separate microphone clip.
• Rugged Die-Cast Construction: Chrome-plated housing provides durability for demanding stage and professional applications.
• Feedback-Resistant Design: The cardioid pattern allows use relatively close to loudspeakers when correctly positioned.

Specifications

Why Choose the Shure 55SH Series II?

• Iconic Vintage Styling: The classic Unidyne appearance provides a distinctive visual presence for stages, broadcasts, events, and performances.
• Clear Vocal Reproduction: The tailored frequency response is optimised for speech and singing with strong vocal definition.
• Controlled Cardioid Pickup: Rear rejection helps isolate the performer and reduce unwanted room and loudspeaker sound.
• Reduced Stand Noise: The internal shock-mounted cartridge helps minimise vibration transmitted through the microphone stand.
• Flexible Positioning: The integrated swivel mechanism allows the microphone angle to be adjusted to suit different performers and stand heights.
• Built for Professional Use: Rugged chrome-plated die-cast construction supports regular live, recording, and broadcast applications.

Classic Shure Styling with Modern Vocal Performance

The Shure 55SH Series II combines one of Shure’s most recognisable microphone designs with a modern dynamic capsule, cardioid pickup pattern, integrated shock mounting, and rugged metal construction. It is well suited for singers, broadcasters, public speakers, live performers, recording applications, and venues where both sound quality and classic visual presentation are important.