If you want a Shure microphone without the investment of a Beta or SM, the PG Series is a great place to look. It's the perfect introduction to Shure engineering excellence for performers ready to plug in and play out. The PG 56 is a compact drum microphone for close miking and features many of the same durability and performance attributes of other Shure products at an attractive price. The Shure slogan is "Real Gear without compromise". The Crazy Cuban says "Why the heck would you go to Radio Shack when you can buy a real microphone?".
Who should use this Microphone?
Anyone who needs to mic a snare drum, rack/floor toms or percussion
Techno Babble you can amaze your friends with
A Cardioid Microphone is a unidirectional microphone with a moderately wide front pickup (131 deg.). Angle of the best rejection is 180 deg. from the front of the microphone, that is, directly at the rear
Specs
Tailored frequency response is smooth and extended. Tuned specifically for drum applications.
Cardioid polar pattern picks up the most sound from in front of the microphone and some sound from the sides. Less susceptible to feedback in high volume settings.
Dynamic cartridge has a simple, rugged coil. Handles extreme volume levels without distortion.
Cartridge includes a neodymium magnet for high output level.
Internal shock mount for reduced handling noise.
Durable metal construction.
Integral stand mount.
Hardened steel mesh tapered grille that resists wear and abuse.
Includes 15ft. (4.57m) cable, A50D drum mount and storage bag.
Frequency Response: 50 Hz to 15 kHz
Warranty
Two Years