Shure SM63 - Manual

MODELS SM63, SM63L, AND SM63LB
DYNAMIC MICROPHONES

Elegant, yet rugged, the high output SM63 series dynamic

omnidirectional microphones are designed for professional

applications where performance and appearance are critical.

Their smooth, wide frequency response is tailored for optimum

speech intelligibility, and includes a controlled low–frequency

rolloff for reduced pickup of stand and wind noise. A built-in

humbucking coil makes the microphones virtually immune to

strong hum fields, such as those produced by studio lighting.

The three models differ only in length and color. The cham-

pagne-finished SM63 is designed for hand-held use on stage

and in broadcast, recording, and television studios. The

champagne-finished SM63L and the black-finished SM63LB

are ideal for remote interviews, sports broadcasts, and other

situations where longer microphones are desirable.

All three models use a patented Shure shock mount sys-

tem to minimize handling noise. They also include a VERA-

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to 2 meters (6 ft.), and is impervious to dents, rust, corrosion,

and moisture. An integral pop filter effectively reduces

breath noise. The SM63L and SM63LB include a two–stage

windscreen accessory designed for outdoor use. All models

are supplied with a stand adapter and zippered storage bag.

Cables are available separately.

Features

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High output, low impedance

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80 to 20,000 Hz frequency response tailored for optimum

speech intelligibility

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Low-frequency rolloff and built-in shock mount for reduced

pickup of handling noise and stand vibration

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Humbucking coil for virtual immunity to strong electromag-

netic hum fields

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Exceptionally rugged VERAFLEX

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damage from drops, and is immune to rust, corrosion, and

moisture

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Built-in pop filter that suppresses breath and wind noise

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Accessory windscreen supplied with SM63L and SM63LB

for outdoor use under adverse wind conditions

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Excellent balance and feel for hand–held use

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Supplied snap-in stand adapter

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Sleek, handsome appearance looks good on stage, screen,

and television

SPECIFICATIONS
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TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE

FIGURE 1

Polar Pattern

Omnidirectional

lmpedance (at 1,000 Hz)

Rated at 150 ohms (298 ohms actual)

Output Level (at 1,000 Hz)

–56.5 dBV/Pa (1.5 mV)

(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)

Hum Pickup (typical at 60 Hz)

21 dB equivalent SPL in a 1 millioersted field

Model SM63 User Guide

27B3025 (Rev. 3)

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2003, Shure Incorporated

Printed in U.S.A.