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"Elvis" vocal microphone:
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The 55SH Series II microphone has a cardioid (unidirectional) polar pickup pattern that minimizes sound pickup from the rear of the microphone. This allows the Model 55SH Series II to be used in close proximity to loudspeakers without creating feedback problems, and it can perform under adverse acoustic conditions where omnidirectional microphones cannot.
The 55SH Series II has a low-impedance balanced output designed for connection to microphone inputs rated at 75 to 300 ohms. The microphone features a cartridge shock mount to reduce stand noise, an On/Off switch, and an attached, self-tensioning, 5/8"-27 thread swivel mount.
This microphone is ideal for public address or theatre-stage sound systems, as well as for broadcasting, recording, and other sound applications where a stand-mounted microphone with a classic look is desirable.
- Classic appearance, modern performance
- Frequency response 50Hz - 15kHz; tailored for speech, vocals and instrumental music
- Cardioid directional pattern for optimum performance in adverse acoustic environments
- Shock-mounted cartridge minimizes stand-transmitted noise, ensures quiet operation
- Rugged die cast case and mechanical design for reliability under rigorous conditions
- Self-tensioning swivel mount, permits tilting through 45 degrees forward and 80 degrees backward
History: The original, slightly larger model 55 Unidyne Microphone was introduced in 1939 and was Shure's first single-element unidirectional microphone. The classic 55S shape, shown here, was first introduced in 1951. Its performance qualities and distinctive styling ultimately make it “the most recognized microphone in the world.”
Other versions of the 55 series include:
| 55 | 30-50 / 150-250 / High Ω | 1939 |
| 55A | 30-50 Ω low impedance | 1939 |
| 55B | 200-250Ω medium impedance | 1939 |
| 55C | high impedance | 1939 |
| 555 | 35-50Ω broadcast version | 1940 |
| 556A | 35-50Ω broadcast version | 1942 |
| 556B | 200-250Ω broadcast version | 1942 |
| 556C | high impedance (<100kΩ) broadcast version | 1942 |
| 55S | 3 position switchable impedance (38Ω, 150Ω, 40kΩ) | 1951 |
| 55SW | as 55S but also with on/off switch | 1951 |
| 556 | broadcast version of 55S | 1951 |
| 55SHII | 150Ω | 1988 |
Source: "Unidyne Story" Shure,1996