Shure PGA56-XLR Cardioid swivel-mount dynamic snare/tom microphone - AP56DM drum mount, XLR-XLR cable
Shure PGA56-XLR Cardioid swivel-mount dynamic snare/tom microphone - AP56DM drum mount, XLR-XLR cable is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Overview
The Shure PGA56 cardioid dynamic snare and tom microphone is engineered for close-miking percussion in live sound and commercial AV environments. Its tight cardioid pattern isolates individual drums while rejecting bleed from cymbals and stage monitors. This configuration includes a Shure XLR-to-XLR cable, providing a complete plug-and-play solution for conference room overflow stages, house of worship platforms, and touring rigs.
Product Description
The PGA56 is a professional snare and tom drum microphone designed for clear reproduction of close-miked percussion sources. A swivel joint with a quick-release latch lets technicians position the capsule precisely over a drum and detach it quickly during stage changeovers, while the included drum mount keeps the microphone low-profile on the kit. The tailored dynamic cartridge handles high sound-pressure percussion transients, making it a dependable choice for commercial AV drum miking, multi-purpose room stages, and live sound reinforcement. The supplied XLR-to-XLR cable connects directly to a mixer or stage box input. The black metallic finish and grille keep the microphone visually discreet on camera in broadcast and streaming applications.

Key Features
- Cardioid Dynamic Capsule — The tailored cardioid dynamic cartridge captures snare and tom sources cleanly while rejecting off-axis bleed from cymbals and stage monitors.
- Quick-Release Swivel Joint — A swivel joint with a quick-release latch allows fast, repeatable capsule positioning and rapid removal during stage changeovers.
- Included Drum Mount — The supplied drum mount clamps directly to the rim for low-profile placement without occupying a separate microphone stand.
- Included XLR Cable — A Shure XLR-to-XLR cable is included for direct connection to a mixer, stage box, or AV processor.
- High-SPL Handling — The dynamic transducer withstands the high sound-pressure transients of close-miked percussion without distortion.
- Discreet Industrial Design — The black metallic finish and grille keep the microphone unobtrusive in broadcast, streaming, and commercial AV installations.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Shure |
| Model | PGA56-XLR |
| Transducer Type | Dynamic |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Application | Snare and tom / close-miking percussion |
| Connector | 3-pin XLR (male) |
| Mounting | Integrated swivel joint with quick-release latch; included drum mount |
| Cable | XLR-to-XLR cable included |
Related Shure PGA Alta microphones: Shure PGA57 cardioid dynamic instrument microphone and Shure PGA98D cardioid condenser drum microphone.
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