User Manual

Model SM63 User Guide
©2005, Shure Incorporated
27C3025 (Rev. 4)
Printed in U.S.A.
MODELS SM63, SM63L, AND SM63LB DYNAMIC MICROPHONES
Elegant, yet rugged, the high output SM63 series dynam-
ic omnidirectional microphones are designed for profession-
al 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 pro-
duced by studio lighting.
The three models differ only in length and color. The
champagne-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 desir-
able.
All three models use a patented Shure shock mount sys-
tem to minimize handling noise. They also include a VE-
RAFLEX™ grille that protects against damage from a drop
of up to 2 meters (6 ft.), and is impervious to dents, rust, cor-
rosion, and moisture. An integral pop filter effectively reduc-
es 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 stor-
age bag. Cables are available separately.
Features
• High output, low impedance
• 80 to 20,000 Hz frequency response tailored for op-
timum speech intelligibility
• Low-frequency rolloff and built-in shock mount for re-
duced pickup of handling noise and stand vibration
• Humbucking coil for virtual immunity to strong elec-
tromagnetic hum fields
• Exceptionally rugged VERAFLEX
™ grille that resists
damage from drops, and is immune to rust, corro-
sion, and moisture
• Built-in pop filter that suppresses breath and wind
noise
• Accessory windscreen supplied with SM63L and
SM63LB for outdoor use under adverse wind condi-
tions
• Excellent balance and feel for hand-held use
• Supplied snap-in stand adapter
• Sleek, handsome appearance looks good on stage,
screen, and television
SPECIFICATIONS
Type
Dynamic
Frequency Response
80 to 20,000 Hz
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