Shure SM57 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone

The SM57 is the microphone engineers reach for on guitar amps, snare drums and brass. Its contoured response helps instruments cut through the mix, and it handles high sound pressure without distorting.

Why Churchfront specifies it

We specify the SM57 as the standard instrument and utility mic on church stages. It is the safe, proven choice for an electric guitar cab or a snare, and it doubles as a backup when something else fails.

Key features

• Contoured frequency response of 40 Hz to 15 kHz for clean instrument pickup
• Cardioid pattern isolates the source and reduces bleed
• Pneumatic shock-mount system cuts handling noise
• Extremely durable under heavy use
• Includes an A25D stand adapter and storage bag (no cable)

Works with

Any microphone input or stage box, including Allen & Heath SQ, Avantis and Qu consoles and DX and GX stage boxes.

Learn more from Churchfront

• How to Build an Acoustic Drum Kit For Your Church · Watch on YouTube

Planning a full system?

This listing is the component. Most churches get the best result when the console, stage boxes, monitoring and network are designed together around the room and the team that runs it. If you would like help putting that system together, our consulting team can walk through it with you, or send us a note.