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Shure 55SH Series II Facts: 136 Specifications & 18 Highlights

Musicians rated the Shure 55SH Series II based on 136 specs & features. From general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces to hidden gems, see what stood out and why.

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Shure 55SH Series II

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Shure 55SH Series II
Shure 55SH Series II

The Shure 55SH Series II is an iconic dynamic vocal microphone with classic retro styling and a smooth, articulate sound that's great for speeches and live singing. Its robust build and versatile pickup make it reliable on stage or in presentations.

Specifications & Facts 136

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We laid out the Shure 55SH Series II’s 136 features, including popular picks like general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces. Also covered: pricing, performance, and microphones comparisons.

General Information 17

Shure 55SH Series II Product Type

What is the product type?

37 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Dynamic

62 Microphones in this range Condenser

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

Shure 55SH Series II Model Name

What is the model name?

65 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes 55SH Series II

66 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

Shure 55SH Series II Intended Use

What is the intended use?

60 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Studio, Instrument, Voice Recording

62 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

Describes the primary application area.

Shure 55SH Series II Form Factor

What is the form factor?

47 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Handheld

50 Microphones in this range Handheld

Describes the physical style of the microphone.

Shure 55SH Series II Polar Pattern Type

What is the polar pattern type?

57 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Cardioid

59 Microphones in this range Cardioid

Identifies the default pickup pattern.

Shure 55SH Series II Connectivity Type

What is the connectivity type?

57 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes XLR

49 Microphones in this range Wired, XLR

Defines how the microphone connects to devices.

Dimensions & Weight 13

Shure 55SH Series II Width

What is the width?

3.54 inch 0Votes
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2.59 inch (Average)

The microphone’s overall width.

Shure 55SH Series II Depth

What is the depth?

2.76 inch 0Votes
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2.79 inch (Average)

The microphone’s overall depth.

Shure 55SH Series II Height

What is the height?

7.01 inch 0Votes
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5.56 inch (Average)

The microphone’s overall height.

Shure 55SH Series II Package Width

What is the package width?

5.12 inch 0Votes
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6.76 inch (Average)

The shipping package’s width.

Shure 55SH Series II Package Depth

What is the package depth?

3.94 inch 0Votes
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5.35 inch (Average)

The shipping package’s depth.

Shure 55SH Series II Package Height

What is the package height?

9.45 inch 0Votes
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6.22 inch (Average)

The shipping package’s height.

Audio Performance 24

Shure 55SH Series II Frequency Response (Max)

What is the maximum frequency response?

15,000 Hz 0Votes
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18,030.24 Hz (Average)

The highest frequency the mic can capture.

Shure 55SH Series II Microphone Type

What is the microphone type?

57 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Dynamic

65 Microphones in this range Condenser

Defines the operating principle of the microphone.

Shure 55SH Series II Frequency Response (Min)

What is the minimum frequency response?

50 Hz 0Votes
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38.23 Hz (Average)

The lowest frequency the mic can capture.

Shure 55SH Series II Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

-58 dBV/Pa 0Votes
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-42.81 dBV/Pa (Average)

Output level relative to sound pressure.

Shure 55SH Series II Directionality

What is the directionality?

62 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Unidirectional, Cardioid

59 Microphones in this range Unidirectional

General pickup orientation.

Shure 55SH Series II Output Impedance

What is the output impedance?

150 ohm 0Votes
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312.26 ohm (Average)

Electrical resistance of the microphone’s output.

Connectivity & Interfaces 10

Shure 55SH Series II Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

27 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes XLR

37 Microphones in this range XLR

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

Shure 55SH Series II Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

Shure 55SH Series II Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

0 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Analog, Balanced

36 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

Shure 55SH Series II Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Shure 55SH Series II Multi-Device Pairing

Does it support multi-device pairing?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

Shure 55SH Series II Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

0 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Balanced

37 Microphones in this range Balanced

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Power & Battery 5

Shure 55SH Series II Power Source

What is the power source?

0 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Passive

37 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Shure 55SH Series II Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Shure 55SH Series II Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Shure 55SH Series II External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

Shure 55SH Series II Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 18

Shure 55SH Series II On/Off Switch

Does it include an on/off switch?

Yes 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone includes a physical on/off switch.

Shure 55SH Series II Onboard Controls

What onboard controls are available?

0 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Switches

33 Microphones in this range Switches

Types of direct physical controls.

Shure 55SH Series II Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Shure 55SH Series II Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Shure 55SH Series II Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

Shure 55SH Series II Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Build & Design 17

Shure 55SH Series II Body Material

What is the body material?

0 Shure 55SH Series II 0 Votes Metal

36 Microphones in this range Metal

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Shure 55SH Series II Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

Yes 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

Shure 55SH Series II Internal Shockmount

Is there an internal shockmount for the capsule?

Yes 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Capsule isolation that reduces handling noise.

Shure 55SH Series II Pop Filter

Is a pop filter included?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a pop filter is provided for plosive reduction.

Shure 55SH Series II Windscreen

Is a windscreen included?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a windscreen is included for wind noise control.

Shure 55SH Series II Water Resistance

Is it water resistant?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic is resistant to water.

Package & Accessories 12

Shure 55SH Series II Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Shure 55SH Series II Cables

Are cables included?

Yes 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

Shure 55SH Series II Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Shure 55SH Series II Adapters

Are adapters included?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

States if adapter(s) are included (e.g., XLR to 3.5mm).

Shure 55SH Series II Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

Yes 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

Shure 55SH Series II Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

Certification & Compliance 6

Shure 55SH Series II Warranty

What is the warranty period?

2 years 0Votes
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2.37 years (Average)

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

Shure 55SH Series II Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

Shure 55SH Series II Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

Shure 55SH Series II FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

Shure 55SH Series II RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

Shure 55SH Series II Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

Yes 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 14

Shure 55SH Series II Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

Shure 55SH Series II DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Shure 55SH Series II AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Shure 55SH Series II Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

Shure 55SH Series II Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

Shure 55SH Series II Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

No 0Votes Shure 55SH Series II

Yes Microphones in this range

Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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Shure 55SH Series II Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0Votes
Good and clear 0Votes
Average clarity 0Votes
Distorted and unclear 0Votes

Shure 55SH Series II Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0Votes
Reduces some noise 0Votes
Picks up everything 0Votes

Shure 55SH Series II Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0Votes

Shure 55SH Series II Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0Votes

Shure 55SH Series II Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0Votes

Shure 55SH Series II Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0Votes
Somewhat okay 0Votes
Nice looking 0Votes
Stylish and modern 0Votes

Shure 55SH Series II Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0Votes
Pretty good price 0Votes
Fair deal 0Votes
Kinda pricey 0Votes
Crazy expensive 0Votes

Shure 55SH Series II Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0Votes

Shure 55SH Series II Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0Votes

Shure 55SH Series II Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0Votes

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Files 1

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