Shure Super 55 Deluxe Supercardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone

Shure Super 55 – Deluxe Supercardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone

Iconic vintage look. Modern Shure sound. Built for the stage.

The Shure Super 55 Deluxe takes the legendary “Elvis mic” styling and updates it with a modern high-output capsule and tight supercardioid pattern, giving performers a microphone that looks classic but sounds ready for today’s stages. With its satin chrome-plated die-cast body, vibrant blue foam, and tailored vocal frequency response, the Super 55 stands out visually and sonically for live vocals, spoken word, streaming, and broadcast. 

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Key Features

• Vintage Shure Unidyne styling with satin chrome-plated die-cast housing and blue internal foam for a standout stage look.

• Supercardioid polar pattern for focused pickup, high gain before feedback, and excellent rejection of off-axis noise,  perfect for loud stages and live bands. 

• Dynamic (moving-coil) design  no phantom power required; rugged and reliable for touring use. 

• Tailored frequency response (60 Hz – 17 kHz) optimized for natural vocals and speech with presence lift to help the voice cut through the mix. 

• Shock-mounted internal cartridge to minimize handling noise and stand vibrations. 

• Integrated self-tensioning swivel mount  tilts 45° forward and 80° backward, no separate mic clip needed.

• Rugged construction built to handle touring, clubs, and nightly performances. 

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Tech Specs

• Microphone Type: Dynamic (moving coil) 

• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid 

• Frequency Response: 60 Hz – 17 kHz 

• Sensitivity: Approx. -53 dBV/Pa (2.2 mV/Pa) at 1 kHz 

• Output Impedance:

  • Rated: 150 Ω (balanced, low impedance)

  • Actual: approx. 290 Ω 

• Connector: 3-pin XLR (XLRM) 

• Housing: Chrome-plated die-cast metal 

• Dimensions (approx.): 55.6 mm (W) × 188 mm (H) × 77.8 mm (D) 

• Net Weight: ~0.62–0.66 kg (≈1.37–1.45 lb) 

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Ideal Uses

• Lead and backing vocals on stage

• Rock, soul, blues, jazz, and vintage-style acts who want a classic aesthetic

• MCs, hosts, and spoken word where appearance and clarity both matter

• Livestreaming, podcasting, and video content that needs iconic visual presence

• Installations in clubs, venues, and themed stages looking for that classic Shure look with modern performance

The supercardioid pattern helps keep feedback under control and reduces bleed from drums, monitors, and crowd noise  letting your voice sit clearly on top of the mix.