Shure SM57 Review

Dynamic Instrument Microphone

120,615 reviews
rank in Microphones
7
shure.com
Shure
  • For Drums, Guitars & Vocals
  • Made for the Stage and Recording
  • Cardioid Polar Pattern

Introduction

In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 120,615 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Shure SM57. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.

Ratings Based on Features

These results are a summary of user reviews of the Shure SM57. For example, 90% of 35,229 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Shure SM57 have given positive feedback.

90%
Value for money
90% of users are satisfied, based on 35,229 reviews
92%
Sound quality
92% of users are satisfied, based on 26,493 reviews
97%
Sturdiness
97% of users are satisfied, based on 24,066 reviews
93%
Versatility
93% of users are satisfied, based on 14,492 reviews
94%
Durability
94% of users are satisfied, based on 11,342 reviews
96%
Sheerness
96% of users are satisfied, based on 4,955 reviews
92%
For beginners
92% of users are satisfied, based on 4,787 reviews
96%
Light weight
96% of users are satisfied, based on 4,787 reviews
100%
Easy to use
100% of users are satisfied, based on 4,766 reviews
Average Rating (120,615 ratings)
96%
Amazon.com ( 5,759 ratings )
96%
Amazon.co.uk ( 5,598 ratings )
95%
Amazon.sg ( 5,583 ratings )
96%
Amazon.sa ( 5,578 ratings )
96%
Amazon.eg ( 5,577 ratings )
96%
Amazon.de ( 5,574 ratings )
96%
Amazon.co.jp ( 5,572 ratings )
95%
Amazon.fr ( 5,566 ratings )
96%
Amazon.es ( 5,565 ratings )
96%
Amazon.se ( 5,565 ratings )
96%
Amazon.nl ( 5,564 ratings )
96%
Amazon.ca ( 5,550 ratings )
96%
Amazon.ae ( 5,547 ratings )
96%
Amazon.com.mx ( 5,544 ratings )
97%
Amazon.com.tr ( 5,542 ratings )
96%
Amazon.in ( 5,540 ratings )
92%
Amazon.com.au ( 5,534 ratings )
96%
Amazon.pl ( 5,533 ratings )
96%
Amazon.com.br ( 5,524 ratings )
96%
Amazon.it ( 4,787 ratings )
96%
Thomann ( 4,541 ratings )
96%
Amazon.cn ( 2,562 ratings )
98%
Musicians Friend ( 1,492 ratings )
100%
B&H Photo Video ( 590 ratings )
99%
SweetWater ( 343 ratings )
100%
Guitar Center ( 260 ratings )
99%
Reverb ( 185 ratings )
97%
Zzounds ( 40 ratings )
90%
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Highlighted Customer Reviews

Showing 401 to 420 of 438 Reviews

Killer mic with a true sound

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Nov 24, 2021

Reviewed by Ottster on Guitar Center

I use it to mic my guitar amp.

Wow!

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Dec 12, 2021

Reviewed by Charles on Guitar Center

It's a Shure Sm 57, Need I say more?

I would buy this mic again

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Mar 2, 2022

Reviewed by Gary on Guitar Center

This is my go to mic for amps and drums. What can I say…it just does the job and does it well.

I would buy another one

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Mar 2, 2022

Reviewed by MF on Guitar Center

One of the clearest mic's I've ever used in home recording...it's a classic and still great!

The Swiss Army knife of microphones

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

May 11, 2022

Reviewed by M on Guitar Center

Love it , and it sounds slightly different than my 30 year old identical model, both are great.

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$99
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$440
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$99
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$109.99
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$449.99
Musicians Friend
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It's a Shure.

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Aug 17, 2022

Reviewed by Walt on Guitar Center

Good value. Are there better instrument mics? Sure, but they cost a lot more.

yes

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Sep 30, 2022

Reviewed by Jeffrey on Guitar Center

Great mic for instruments

SM-57

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Nov 9, 2022

Reviewed by Glen on Guitar Center

Just like all my other Shure mics. Tough and they work great.

Best multipurpose mic

Shure SM57-LC Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57-LC Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Mar 18, 2015

Reviewed by pjd5150 on B&H Photo Video

I use it for vocals, interviews, and room mics for live music.

I'd buy it again

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Aug 3, 2023

Reviewed by Joy on Guitar Center

Works well, nice clear sound. Perfect for home studio #sweepstakes

Great mic left out zipper case

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Jul 16, 2021

Reviewed by Jeff W on Guitar Center

Performed excellent,

Standard gear for like forever

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Sep 3, 2023

Reviewed by Gary on Guitar Center

Put the mic on an iPhone because I lacked the right adapter. Good for banjos too

Yes

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Mar 12, 2021

Reviewed by Travis S on Guitar Center

One of the most versatile mikes you can ever have

Great

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Dec 23, 2023

Reviewed by Blake on Guitar Center

Great to record many different things

I will buy again

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Feb 22, 2021

Reviewed by Ics on Guitar Center

Excellent item

Shure SM57 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone

Dec 14, 2021

Reviewed by Zachary M. on Reverb

Excellent packaging

Good

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Oct 5, 2020

Reviewed by Ed on Guitar Center

Used the mic to record my guitar cabinet. Worked great and sounds good.

Good Deal

Shure SM57-LC Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57-LC Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Jun 20, 2018

Reviewed by Tim on B&H Photo Video

Good deal!

Good deal

Shure SM57, Stand & Cable Package Review

Shure SM57, Stand & Cable Package

Apr 3, 2018

Reviewed by George on Guitar Center

Cant go wrong with an SM57, and for another ten bucks you get a stand and cable. What's not to like?

such a clear sound

Shure SM57-LC Dynamic Instrument Microphone Review

Shure SM57-LC Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Dec 17, 2020

Reviewed by Eran on B&H Photo Video

i have 2 of those on the Shure dual mount so worth it the sound like in recording studio

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