The Shure classic

• still the most popular and most frequently sold vocal microphone in the world
• the only difference between the SM57 is the grille – diaphragm, coil, magnet, transformer and the grip are identical
• very sturdy
• cardioid pattern
• assertive sound
• manufacturing period: since 1966

Favourite applications: legendary stage microphone, that is also used in recording studios. Favorite applications are rock vocals, blues harp, toms and snare drum