Shure SM57-LCE is a cardioid dynamic instrument microphone with over five decades of consistent use on stages and in studios worldwide. The LCE variant includes a 5/8"-to-3/8" thread adapter for European stands, a swivel mount, and a zippered pouch — everything needed for immediate deployment without sourcing additional hardware.
High SPL handling without tonal compromise
The SM57-LCE absorbs sound pressure levels that appear directly in front of a guitar amp speaker, over a snare, or at the bell of a brass instrument — without distortion or capsule saturation. As a dynamic transducer, it requires no phantom power and does not compress or clip at the transient peaks where a condenser would start to struggle. In practice, that means less manual compression needed in the recording chain or on the live console, and a more accurate representation of the instrument's attack character.A frequency curve shaped around instruments, not test tones
The SM57's response is deliberately contoured: a presence rise in the upper midrange lifts the attack of plucked strings, the snap of a snare, and the cut of cymbals without reaching for EQ. The natural low-end rolloff simultaneously reduces mechanically transmitted rumble from stands and mounts. The cardioid polar pattern rejects off-axis sources, which on a drum session translates to lower bleed between microphones, and in live use to higher gain-before-feedback in monitor-heavy environments. The pneumatic shock-mount system inside the body further attenuates vibrations before they reach the capsule.KEY FEATURES
- Dynamic moving-coil transducer — no phantom power required, high SPL tolerance without distortion
- Cardioid polar pattern with effective rejection of lateral and rear sources
- Contoured frequency response with upper-midrange presence — instrument clarity without EQ
- Pneumatic shock-mount system reduces mechanically transmitted noise
- Die-cast metal body — withstands stage impact and heavy touring use
- LCE variant: 5/8" to 3/8" thread adapter for European stands included
- 180° rotating swivel adapter with captive nut integrated into the mic body
- Includes: swivel stand adapter, zippered storage pouch
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Transducer type: dynamic (moving coil)
- Polar pattern: cardioid
- Frequency response: 40 Hz – 15 kHz
- Sensitivity (1 kHz, open circuit): -56.0 dBV/Pa (1.6 mV)
- Output impedance: 310 Ω (rated: 150 Ω)
- Connector: 3-pin XLR (male)
- Weight: 284 g (10 oz)
- Dimensions: 157 mm (L) × 33 mm (W)
- Housing: die-cast metal, dark gray enamel, steel mesh grille
