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Shure SM35-XLR Headset Condenser Microphone - Performance Audio
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Unleash Your Performance with the Shure SM35 Headset Microphone The Shure SM35 Performance Headset Condenser Microphone offers multi-instrumentalists and active performers the freedom to move without sacrificing sound quality. Its unidirectional cardioid polar pattern ensures excellent sound isol...
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Overview
Unleash Your Performance with the Shure SM35 Headset Microphone
The Shure SM35 Performance Headset Condenser Microphone offers multi-instrumentalists and active performers the freedom to move without sacrificing sound quality. Its unidirectional cardioid polar pattern ensures excellent sound isolation and feedback rejection, making it ideal for live performances and studio recordings.
Detailed Specifications:
- Microphone Type: Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Unidirectional Cardioid
- Frequency Response: Tailored for Clear Vocal Reproduction
- Connector: 3-pin XLR
- Includes: Shure RPM626 Preamp, 2 Windscreens, Headset Clip
- Audio Sensitivity: 130 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 78 dB
- Material: Metal Alloy or High-Quality Plastic
- Microphone Form Factor: Headset
Key Features
This microphone includes a Shure RPM626 preamp and has a 3-pin XLR out
Wireframe headset fits securely and comfortably for active performers and multi-instrumentalists
Tight, unidirectional cardioid polar pattern rejects signal bleed and feedback for use on loud stages and behind floor monitors
Flexible gooseneck design allows for optimized placement that further improves source isolation
Lightweight and low-profile form enables comfortable, long-wearing use
Locking snap-fit windscreens tame plosives, breath, and wind noise for clean and intelligible sound.
Tailored frequency response refined for clear, crisp vocal reproduction.
Legendary Shure precision engineering for durability and performance.
Also in the box: 2 - Windscreens, 1 - Headset Clip, and 1 - RPM626 preamp
Specifications
Microphone Type
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid (Unidirectional)
Output Connector
3-pin XLR
Included Preamp
Shure RPM626
Included Accessories
2 Windscreens, 1 Headset Clip, 1 RPM626 preamp
Frequency Response
Tailored for vocal reproduction
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Includes a Shure RPM626 preamp and a 3-pin XLR output for direct connection to mixers.
- Secure wireframe headset offers comfort and stability for active performers and multi-instrumentalists.
- Cardioid polar pattern effectively rejects off-axis sound, reducing feedback on loud stages.
- Flexible gooseneck allows precise microphone placement for optimal voice capture and sound isolation.
- Lightweight and low-profile design ensures comfortable wear during extended periods of use.
👎 Cons
- The included preamp adds an extra component that needs to be managed during setup.
- Requires an XLR input on a mixer or audio interface, limiting direct connection to certain devices.
- The headset design might not be preferred by all performers compared to other microphone types.
- Fixed frequency response tailored for vocal reproduction may not be ideal for other sound sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of connector does the Shure SM35-XLR microphone use?
The Shure SM35-XLR headset microphone connects directly via a 3-pin XLR output, thanks to its included Shure RPM626 preamp.
Is a preamp included with this microphone?
Yes, this Shure SM35-XLR microphone includes a Shure RPM626 preamp, ready for connection to an XLR input.
How does the microphone handle sound on a loud stage?
The SM35-XLR features a tight, unidirectional cardioid polar pattern engineered to reject signal bleed and feedback, making it suitable for loud stage environments and use with floor monitors.
Is this microphone comfortable for long performances?
Yes, its lightweight and low-profile wireframe headset is designed to fit securely and comfortably for long-wearing use, even for active performers.
What is included in the box with the Shure SM35-XLR microphone?
The box includes the Shure SM35-XLR headset condenser microphone, two locking snap-fit windscreens, one headset clip, and one RPM626 preamp.
Can the gooseneck be adjusted for optimal vocal capture?
Yes, the microphone features a flexible gooseneck design that allows for optimized placement to further improve source isolation and vocal clarity.
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