Shure SM137 User Manual

©2009 Shure Incorporated Printed in U.S.A.
27A12629 (Rev. 1)
CARDIOID CONDENSER MICROPHONE
MICROPHONE ÉLECTROSTATIQUE CARDIOÏDE
NIEREN-KONDENSATORMIKROFON
SM137
MICROFONO DE CONDENSADOR DE CARDIOIDE
MICROFONO CARDIOIDE A CONDENSATORE
カーディオ イド コンデンサー型マ イクロホン
Wired Microphones
SM137

Shure SM137 Specifications

General

Type	Condenser
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Impedance	150 ohms
Connector	XLR
Phantom Power	Phantom Power
Weight	170 g
Power Requirements	Phantom Power
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity	-38 dBV/Pa

Summary

General Description and Features

Key Features

Lists the key physical and technical attributes of the SM137 microphone.

Performance Characteristics

Outlines the primary performance qualities of the SM137 microphone.

Applications

Details various instruments and scenarios where the SM137 is suitable.

Microphone Setup and Operation

Mounting the Microphone

Instructions on how to attach the microphone to a stand and use a shock mount.

Setting Attenuation

Explains the use of the 0 dB and -15 dB attenuation switch for loud sound sources.

Integral Pop Filter

Describes the microphone's built-in pop filter for reducing breath and wind noise.

Load Impedance

Discusses the importance of input load impedance for optimal microphone performance.

Power Requirements

Specifies the phantom power requirements (48 Vdc) for the SM137 microphone.

Specifications and Certification

Certification

Details CE marking and conformity to European EMC directives for the microphone.

Accessories and Parts

Lists furnished and optional accessories for the SM137 microphone.