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Shure Super 55 Facts: 126 Specifications & 35 Highlights

Before you commit to the Shure Super 55 microphone, check out these 126 specs & features — especially top-voted ones like general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces from the Soundfindr community.

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Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

The Shure Super 55 masterfully blends vintage aesthetics with cutting-edge sound quality. Featuring a supercardioid pickup pattern and a customized frequency response, it’s the perfect microphone for delivering powerful performances on stage.

Specifications & Facts 126

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See how the Shure Super 55 microphone performs based on 126 features, community-voted general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces, and real-world comparisons with other microphones.

General Information 18

Shure Super 55 Product Type

What is the product type?

35 Shure Super 55 0 Votes Dynamic

51 Microphones in this range Condenser

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

Shure Super 55 Model Name

What is the model name?

70 Shure Super 55 0 Votes Super 55 Deluxe

62 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

Shure Super 55 Series/Line

What series/line does it belong to?

45 Shure Super 55 0 Votes Super 55

65 Microphones in this range Evolution Series

Identifies the product line or collection the microphone belongs to.

Shure Super 55 Year of Release

What year was it released?

49 Shure Super 55 0 Votes 2009

61 Microphones in this range 2023

Indicates when the microphone was launched.

Shure Super 55 Country of Origin

What is the country of origin?

95 Shure Super 55 0 Votes United States

72 Microphones in this range China

Manufacturing or design origin.

Shure Super 55 Intended Use

What is the intended use?

70 Shure Super 55 0 Votes Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

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

Describes the primary application area.

Dimensions & Weight 13

Shure Super 55 Width

What is the width?

2.18 inch 0 Votes
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2.31 inch (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

About 5.6 cm wide, roughly the diameter of a soda can, so it’s comfortable to grip on a mic stand.

The microphone’s overall width.

Shure Super 55 Depth

What is the depth?

3.5 inch 0 Votes
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2.52 inch (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Around 7.8 cm deep, making the grille slightly more extended than a typical handheld mic.

The microphone’s overall depth.

Shure Super 55 Height

What is the height?

7.4 inch 0 Votes
Shure Super 55
5.39 inch (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Stands about 18.8 cm tall, similar to the height of a paperback novel.

The microphone’s overall height.

Shure Super 55 Package Width

What is the package width?

4.53 inch 0 Votes
Shure Super 55
7.17 inch (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

About 12.7 cm wide; compact packaging, easy to store.

The shipping package’s width.

Shure Super 55 Package Depth

What is the package depth?

4.53 inch 0 Votes
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5.25 inch (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Roughly 26.4 cm deep, about the length of a standard tablet.

The shipping package’s depth.

Shure Super 55 Weight

What is the weight?

1.44 lbs 0 Votes
Shure Super 55
0.84 lbs (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Weighs around 0.66 kg, about the same as a small laptop, giving it a sturdy feel without being overly heavy.

The microphone’s physical weight.

Audio Performance 15

Shure Super 55 Frequency Response (Min)

What is the minimum frequency response?

60 Hz 0 Votes
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37.24 Hz (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Captures from 60 Hz, so it naturally rolls off some bass—helpful to reduce rumble on vocals.

The lowest frequency the mic can capture.

Shure Super 55 Frequency Response (Max)

What is the maximum frequency response?

17,000 Hz 0 Votes
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18,385.54 Hz (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Extends up to 17 kHz, enough to capture vocal clarity and brightness without being overly sharp.

The highest frequency the mic can capture.

Shure Super 55 Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

-53 dBV/Pa 0 Votes
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-43.13 dBV/Pa (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Equivalent to 2.24 mV/Pa; typical for dynamic stage microphones, requiring a preamp for best results.

Output level relative to sound pressure.

Shure Super 55 Output Impedance

What is the output impedance?

150 ohm 0 Votes
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318.71 ohm (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Standard for pro mics; works best with mixer or preamp inputs of 1 kΩ or higher.

Electrical resistance of the microphone’s output.

Shure Super 55 Minimum Terminating Impedance

What is the minimum terminating impedance?

150 Ω 0 Votes
Shure Super 55
782.5 Ω (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Shure rates this as nominal impedance; actual recommended load is ≥1 kΩ for proper signal.

The minimum load impedance required for optimal microphone performance and to avoid signal distortion.

Shure Super 55 Microphone Type

What is the microphone type?

25 Shure Super 55 0 Votes Dynamic

48 Microphones in this range Condenser

Defines the operating principle of the microphone.

Connectivity & Interfaces 10

Shure Super 55 Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

25 Shure Super 55 0 Votes XLR

33 Microphones in this range XLR

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

Shure Super 55 Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

Shure Super 55 Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

30 Shure Super 55 0 Votes Analog, Balanced

33 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

Shure Super 55 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Shure Super 55 Multi-Device Pairing

Does it support multi-device pairing?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

Shure Super 55 Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

95 Shure Super 55 0 Votes Balanced

78 Microphones in this range Balanced

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Power & Battery 5

Shure Super 55 Power Source

What is the power source?

15 Shure Super 55 0 Votes Passive

49 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Shure Super 55 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Shure Super 55 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Shure Super 55 External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

Shure Super 55 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 17

Shure Super 55 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Shure Super 55 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Shure Super 55 Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

Shure Super 55 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Shure Super 55 Touch/Motion Controls

Does it support touch/motion controls?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Allows interaction via touch gestures or motion.

Shure Super 55 LED Indicator Lights

Does it have LED indicators?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Lights that show status such as mute, levels, or power.

Build & Design 16

Shure Super 55 Body Material

What is the body material?

55 Shure Super 55 0 Votes Metal

54 Microphones in this range Metal

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Built for durability; feels solid like a vintage broadcast mic.

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Shure Super 55 Pop Filter

Is a pop filter included?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

The blue internal foam doubles as a built-in pop filter and windscreen, reducing plosives.

Whether a pop filter is provided for plosive reduction.

Shure Super 55 Windscreen

Is a windscreen included?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Integrated foam provides moderate wind protection, unlike bulky external windscreens.

Whether a windscreen is included for wind noise control.

Shure Super 55 Drop Resistance

Is it drop resistant?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Rugged build withstands typical stage knocks, though not formally drop-rated.

Indicates if the mic is designed to survive accidental drops.

Shure Super 55 Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

Shure Super 55 Water Resistance

Is it water resistant?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic is resistant to water.

Package & Accessories 12

Shure Super 55 Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Comes with a zippered padded pouch, handy for travel or storage.

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Shure Super 55 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Shure Super 55 Cables

Are cables included?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

Shure Super 55 Adapters

Are adapters included?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

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

Shure Super 55 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

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

Shure Super 55 Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

Certification & Compliance 6

Shure Super 55 Warranty

What is the warranty period?

2 years 0 Votes
Shure Super 55
3.09 years (Average)

Shure Super 55
Shure Super 55

Shure’s standard 2-year warranty; some retailers (e.g., Sweetwater, Thomann) extend this further.

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

Shure Super 55 Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

Shure Super 55 Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

Shure Super 55 FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

Shure Super 55 RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

Shure Super 55 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 14

Shure Super 55 Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

Shure Super 55 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Shure Super 55 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Shure Super 55 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

Shure Super 55 Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

Shure Super 55 Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

No 0 Votes Shure Super 55

Yes Microphones in this range

Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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Shure Super 55 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

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

Shure Super 55 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

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

Shure Super 55 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

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

Shure Super 55 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

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

Shure Super 55 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

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

Shure Super 55 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

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

Shure Super 55 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

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

Shure Super 55 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

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

Shure Super 55 Frequency Response Range

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

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

Shure Super 55 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

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

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