Shure SM58 And Beta58 Mics

[@matiaskuusela8100]

*The SM58 is slightly warmer sounding than the SM57 **do7.pl/SM58** which I also own. Once you've EQ'd each mic you'll find less difference between the two. Essentially you're given a wind screen with the 58 which isn't in the 57. This allows the 57 to have a brighter sound at the sacrifice of "pops" from air. In comparison to other mics in this price point there's no competition, this is an easy buy.*

[@dorneanulucian3990]

great mics! For live use, I prefer the beta58. For studio use, I think sm58 is better.

[@ZooxMaze]

Been using the 58 since the beginning of time... and, even then it was approximately the same price as it is a half-a-millenium down the road !! In coming upont the Beta 58 and comparing the two I was told that the SM58 is more for older analogue kind of recordings/sound/instruments (like acoustic-trio jazz with vocals, for example) and that the Beta58 was more for electronic (DJ) music. The Beta has an extra 6 DB output which will definitely, catapult the user into being the loudest background singer on stage, or also vocally being able to hold ground with the massive sounds of any performing DJ's set-up - as compared to the original 58 which blends in perfectly with a warmer, more 'old school' sound. However, I find the tone of the Beta to be more 'metallic' than the iconic SM58. Each one serves a purpose, but they are not exactly interchangable if you're expecting to get a similar audio presence within a specific musical genre. The Beta is not 'jazzy' at all... but, it IS louder and will cut through a wall of electronica, when called upon to do so.

[@maj27]

as a singer, i only use Shure products, i just bought beta 58 and excited to use it for my incoming festival gigs

[@malcolmforrest7965]

ninjabluewings sennheisers even above this price range into the 200+ dollar range are made in Ireland. The german ones are beyond at least 400 dollar price range. Consider the results when you compare apples to oranges.

[@andzwe]

Curious about the Beta58 because I often got such good results with the SM58, which I use for home-recordings (which isn't that usual, probably), for that direct, live sound which a condensator mic sometimes doesn't give me. The only thing is that I have to use quite an extreme EQ setting to give it the clarity and expressiveness that's needed. Maybe the more expensive Beta58 doesn't need that, so it can be used with more subtle settings(?)

[@deetgeluid]

The beta is supercardioid. Thats it. Of course they sound different.

[@Dypah]

Which one is better for screaming vocals?

[@Lea99Jones]

I freaking LOVE the Beta. Silk.

[@mihai232323]

@aaron4801 because for it's price it sounds great

[@chromepoodle2584]

great comment about loud singing... that would be me ... i have been checking reviews for this mic... im still looking for IMAGES maybe of what the pattern of pick up is....

[@martadesantis1251]

... and he didn't try them? :(

[@MrHamit64]

I actually like the Beta 58 sound better. It's crisper. It's brighter. I love bright mikes. I've heard the Beta 58A on a Zoom h5

[@KRUSTYskates]

i have a low baritone voice kinda like jim morrison's, any suggestions? sm58 or beta58? or any others?

[@bradw2k]

What is the point of a video *talking about* the differences between two mics and not using them?!

[@Lea99Jones]

Using them so we can listen through our various systems and come to many different conclusions? Riiiiight. He's a tech/sales guy for shure.

[@SweetParadise68]

Ok... These two mic's are on sale right now, all I want to know is, which one sounds better live and on recording and will last me forever?

[@hankshepherd5834]

Tom Laveign I can't believe nobody has posted a response in 5 years. Beta-58 is much clearer and more directional. You have to sing directly into it. The SM is rather forgiving and you can sing sideways into it. Both mics are built like tanks. They last forever. I have been using one of each wired version for 29 years.

[@TwistedSage]

Protip: close your eyes and imagine it's Tom Hanks doing the review.

[@DobixIdealSound]

what mic is better for beatbox or singing?:D

[@thesuccessfulbarber]

I would try the SM58, Its not as Bright and tinny

[@pandemic7]

Beta 58 and a KSM32 here!

[@drunkedmaster666]

SM58 is good mic, but.... BETA58A IS THE BEST MIC IN THE WORLD for vocal!!

[@rojash]

If you're gonna talk about mic sensitivity patterns, you really need to learn what the terms "Cardioid" and "Super-Cardioid" actually mean. It's not hard, just google it and you'll see diagrams!

[@24Reasons4Seasons]

Beta58. That's what I use.

[@WiFooo]

Thank you!

[@CarlyWaarly]

What is the point of subjective comparison, it can not be quantified.

[@thesuccessfulbarber]

If I was recording Vocals i wouldnt use a dynamic mic for vocals unless you are a LOUD singer

[@theswish123able]

is this good for rapping? im 15

[@richardgoldman8761]

MadeBy Fice Just buy any pos used mic at a garage sale, its all you need for rap.

[@mihai232323]

sm58 FTW

[@thesuccessfulbarber]

You should sing into it for yourself and find which one suits your voice better. The SM58 is extremely durable, i've abused mine for years

[@larryhinze8658]

I bet you have.

[@WeTheKarmaStudio]

rapping just needs some radioshack mic or something.

[@Mattguitarman1234]

ehh AKG P5 ftw, and beta is way beter than the sm58, i personaly use AKG's P5 supercardioid and its only 55 bucks, I use sm58's at a theatre i work at and i hate them. waste of money, theyre all muddy, and the feedback like a sun of a bitch, its so hard to get control when you got the people prancin around the stage with a cardioid mic. hate em.

[@smkbeatbox]

@officialTMNchannel sm58

[@MrSoehnke]

it lasts forever

[@DjBrad4000]

you now.....ummmmmm.....ehhhh........ummmm you know.....ehhhh know what you want to say

[@kpgpwi64]

beta