ShureBLX2/B58 Handheld Transmitter with SM58 Vocal Mic Capsule - for use with BLX Wireless Microphone Systems, Receiver Sold Separately | H9 Band (BLX2/SM58=-H9)

The SM58 is the industry standard general purpose – hand-held vocal microphone. It’s built like a tank. Legend has it that once upon a time a roadie used an SM58 to hammer a nail into a stage prop, then later on that night the lead singer used the very same SM58 to do the show. May or may not be true, but these mics are tough. The sound is warm, with a notable midrange (vocal friendly) peak. They have a multi-layered percussive (pop) filter that effectively eliminates almost all objectionable close-mic vocal problems. In the 60’s and 70’s sound engineers who wanted to protect their investment in very expensive Neumann microphones, used the SM58s to mic drums, guitar amps, and other very loud instruments. Consequently many hit songs came out with the characteristic Shure signature sound. The SM58 and it’s sister microphone the SM57, were the one-two punch in rock ‘n’ roll recording.So when you buy a Shure SM58, you’re buying a legend! THE hand-held microphone of choice for a great number of rock ‘n’ roll artists. This wireless system is also bullet-proof. I have used it in many venues, where the speaker and/or artist walks around singing, and talking to the audience. The resistance to feedback is quite astonishing. The range of this also amazing. At one event the speaker walked about 60 yards away from the receiver and without a glitch, no interruption of sound.Of course they are indestructible too. Once the master of ceremonies handed the microphone to a kid who promptly dropped it on the concrete floor from about a four-foot height, and after a very loud bonk, the microphone continued to work as if nothing happened. Which reminds me, you should always keep a foam wind screen on your microphone in case someone drops it (not just for the sake of keeping the wind noise out.) It’s $6.00 investment that can preserve the head of your mic. http://www.amazon.com/Shure-A58WS-BLK-Windscreen-Microphones-Black/dp/B0006NMUK4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1443557645&sr=8-1&keywords=Shure+windscreenI know $190.00 sounds like a lot of money, but it’s well worth it. You’re getting a legendary microphone all wrapped up in a sophisticated high-tech wireless system. The battery life is pretty good, and the sound is, well, legendary.

I use this primarily for presentations at our museum. This is a professional mic, not one of the low-quality knock-offs that are out there for much less expense. But if you would like a mic that produces clean sound, this is the one. I have been using Shure audio products for years and have always been pleased with the quality and reliability (not to mention, tech support). It was needed to replace an older model that fell out of compliance with revised FCC regulations. Would purchase again.

Like the title of the review says, set it and forget it. That is literally all you need to do when you get a shure microphone.Here are the steps to follow:1. Remove from package, Insert fresh batteries.2. Press group button on receiver to scan for a good frequency.3. Press group button on microphone and match the group and channel number on receiver.4. Start singing.That’s it. No seriously that’s it. They made their mics really simple to set up. It feels just like the other one that came in a package and they work right out the box. I have never had a bad replacement. And the only reason why they have to be replaced is because some clumsy person dropped the microphone pretty hard. What can I say, accidents happen it’s part of the business.

This is a steal for this price. It truly made me think it was a typo. I believe the model I had before was the UX Series. Which is essentially the same as this, except the mic had a small LCD screen on it that showed battery power remaining. Other than that, there isn’t much a difference here. Of course, you get the same old reliable SM58 mic, that you will never have to worry about breaking. The only reason I’m replacing my UX, if I can’t find a replacement mic for it, as the buttons broke on it and I can’t change the frequencies any more. Regardless, this is essentially the same Mic/ receiver combo. With the only thing missing,Being the LCD screen on the mic itself.This is a pro model for a base model price. This Mic will allow you to travel a football field or two before you ever have any issues with break up. The sound quality is everything that you would ever get from any SM 58 microphone. Which is what all of the professional musicians use around the world.Has both a XLR and quarter inch jack in the back to allow you to plug into most any situation you would need. Overall, you will not get a better microphone for the price. And the fact that it uses AA batteries is a huge bonus over the 9 V I used with the UX, which would last two shows and have to be replaced. Whereas, the AA batteries on the new microphone last for at least four shows. Which is pretty amazing and AA batteries are much cheaper. You can buy 200 pack for 20 some odd dollars here on Amazon.So stop listening to me and definitely go buy yourself one now. I’m buying a second for back up and may consider buying more in the near future.

This microphone is very good however the mic holder that connects to the stand isn’t a very good fit.I wish it had an option for a battery powered receiver instead it has to be plugged into a outlet.