History of the Shure SM58

The Shure SM58 is arguably the most popular vocal microphone in the world. Learn about the developments that led to the SM58 and the Shure associates that designed it. Also, hear fascinating SM58 facts and about its use by famous performers. History of the Shure SM58, first aired May 8, 2020. Presenter: Michael Pettersen, Corporate Historian.

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[higz]

What a great history. I enjoyed this, have had my 58s since I started performing and they have taken a beating and still perform.

[BarkingForBroccoliBG]

I provided audio for a fashion show at ex wife's retail store and had thst Shure super 55 with blue foam. The host loved it

[Thrashman]

This is incredible. The SM58 is my favorite microphone and my daily driver. I absolutely love Michael's insights and stories. I could listen to hours more of what he knows about the 58's legacy. Great stuff!

[Zakster]

Love this! As a microphone nerd, I’d love to see more of these!

[davidaylsworth]

Really interesting to hear this history. My best friend passed away last year and among his effects are a Model 55, 545SD and and SM58. All of them in working order. Now I’ve got a really interesting collection of mic’s, and I know more of their history to boot.

[dowtube]

So interesting, couldn't turn it off, nice presentation. Glad to know more about the legacy of my SM58

[odettepayumo]

Thank you so much! I am not persuaded to invest in Shire SM 58 because you presented the history, features and benefits of the the said microphone comprehensively. You did an excellent product presentation! You amazes me!

[butcharmstrong]

I STILL have my Shure PE50SP that i purchased in Sioux City, Iowa in 1975! It was the mic to see on any stage

[merjaymermanph]

My Mom gifted me an sm58 for my live-streaming and im so happy

[ReinaldoRauch]

That Sinatra history was awsome hehe, sorry for you Michael

[Daveinet]

There was a rumor that years ago, the SM58 was not being magnetized correctly. Supposedly, if you have one of the ones that was not fully magnetized, the magnet fades, which results in low output and possibly distortion. Does anyone know if this is true? I have two SM58s that easily distort. When they failed, originally only one of them distorted. Within about two months, the other one became distorted. Eventually we could no longer use them. I still have them, so I'm curious as to why they failed after about 3 years. (These mics are from the early 80s)

[fkmobile]

Is this the billion-dollar mic yet? I wonder how many units have been sold... :)

[marcusunlimited]

The lab manuscript, nice, thank you.

[civilfieldengineer]

Sir, I want to do voice over. I want to buy Sure SM 58 mic. But a shopkeeper told me that you cannot do recording with dynamic mic. This is not for recording. Condenser mics are made for recording. Sir, what should i do ? Please tell te Truth

[AnaRobinson-nwvx]

Oh, I still enjoyed those Shure 565 micz

[jptourigny]

Very well done! I have a question please. On a popular auction site, I saw a now closed auction for a vintage SM-58 microphone that has a reference to "Porsche logos". Can you please explain the reference if there is one.

[hellomeatrobots]

The Unidyne prototype is freakin' hot. It needs to be a product.

[B_Wolfen]

Yes, I still have it, with lots of pitting on the grey enclosure from years of use. Natural relic at its best 😁😉😜

[errorsofmodernism]

What was it about the sound signature of the SM59 that irritated Frank? I am curious

[christeschke]

I feel a little let down for getting a Blue microphone for much more :)