556S

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Common name: Shure 556S

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The 556S is a small dynamic cardioid microphone for broadcast and television studio applications. It is ideal for high-quality station and remote broadcasting, public address, theatre-stage sound system and recording applications. The pickup element is enclosed in a live rubber suspension to reduce mechanical and vibration noise. Impedance is selectable between High, Mid and Low and the self-tensioning swivel permits tilting through 45º forward and 80º backward. Includes 20-foot shielded 2-conductor cable.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
40Hz - 15 kHz
Output Sensitivity
1.99/1.77 mV/Pa
Max SPL
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
dB-A
Output Impedance
50/250Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Satin-chrome
Weight
822 g
Length
197 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
55.60 mm
Depth
77.80mm

Accessories

Included
20-foot shielded 2-conductor cable.
Optional