Shure PGA57-XLR Cardioid dynamic instrument microphone - XLR-XLR cable is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Overview
The Shure PGA57 cardioid dynamic instrument microphone is built for amplified instruments and acoustic drums in live sound and commercial AV applications. Its cardioid pattern focuses on the on-axis source while rejecting bleed from nearby instruments and monitors. This configuration includes a Shure XLR-to-XLR cable for a complete plug-and-play connection to a mixer, stage box, or AV processor.
Product Description
The PGA57 clearly reproduces amplified instrument and acoustic drum sources in performance and recording. It is a frequent choice for miking guitar and bass cabinets, snare drums, and percussion in house of worship platforms, multi-purpose rooms, and broadcast stages. The tailored dynamic cartridge captures instrument transients at close range, while the cardioid polar pattern rejects off-axis sound for cleaner isolation in dense stage setups. The included XLR-to-XLR cable connects directly to console inputs, and the rugged construction supports repeated setup and teardown in touring and commercial AV deployments.

Key Features
- Cardioid Dynamic Capsule — The tailored cardioid dynamic cartridge captures amplified instruments and drums cleanly while rejecting off-axis bleed.
- Wide Frequency Response — A 70 Hz to 15 kHz response reproduces instrument tone with clarity across the usable range.
- Included XLR Cable — A Shure XLR-to-XLR cable is included for direct connection to a mixer, stage box, or AV processor.
- Close-Miking Performance — Designed for guitar cabinets, bass amps, snare drums, and percussion at close range.
- Durable Construction — Rugged build quality supports repeated setup and teardown in touring and commercial AV use.
- Integrated Stand Adapter — The microphone mounts quickly to standard stands for fast deployment on stage.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Shure |
| Model | PGA57-XLR |
| Transducer Type | Dynamic |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 70 Hz to 15,000 Hz |
| Output Impedance | 150 Ω |
| Sensitivity | -56.5 dBV/Pa (1.5 mV) at 1 kHz |
| Connector | 3-pin XLR (male) |
| Weight | 280 g (9.88 oz) |
| Cable | XLR-to-XLR cable included |
Related Shure PGA Alta microphones: Shure PGA56 snare/tom microphone and Shure PGA81 cardioid condenser instrument microphone.
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