Shure Super 55 Deluxe

I am the lead singer of a 'vintage' inspired 1940's and 50's band, so having an old fashioned looking microphone is very important for me. I have always had problems with other mic's that looked great but sounded awful and gave constant feedback issues! However...the Shure super 55 deluxe is incredible on every level, it looks amazing on stage, it is built extremely well, very rugged, and the sound is brilliant. No feedback issues even when used surrounded by a 10 piece band! Feels like your singing into a modern shure SM58 but with the classic, cool look. I would seriously recommend this microphone!!

Okay, so there are certainly better sounding, more transparent, mics for use on stage, but few that have the same visual impact and charm as the Shure 55. My daughter sings and the retro looks of this mic are all part and parcel of the show.

The lack of the switch as on the SH55 Series 2 is a shame, but the slightly superior sound of the Super 55 Deluxe is the trade off.

My only issue is that the mic cable XLR socket at the base of the mic is both too close to the mic support point and does not lock well, leaving the insertion of cables a tricky exercise and sometimes a slightly uncertain proposition.

Brilliant Sound Quality. I have been using a Shure SM58 for a long time and this Microphone "Shure Super 55 Deluxe" is far superior in sound quality. You do have to get close to it for the sound to pickup but I suppose that is the design.

I have one problem with Shure Microphones. I recently bought an SM58 as well and I notice that the Microphone Boxes are not sealed. The box for the Shure Super 55 Deluxe was not sealed either. I wrote to Shure but they didn't give me any satisfaction. Anyone in transit or in a shop or warehouse could take the Mic out and use it and put it back again and the person buying the microphone would never know. Why doesn't Shure seal their microphone boxes?

I'm not that knowledgeable when it comes to microphones... We decided to buy the Shure Super 55 Deluxe for our vocalist's birthday. We did the research and chose it over couple other microphones of the "same" class and we don't regret it! Ever since he got it, it's his favorite microphone both for live shows and rehearsals. The quality is just phenomenal. Not to mention that every sound engineer responsible for our sound live was so happy to see it and work with it. The only issue I would mention is the lack of on/off bidirectional switch, which actually ain't a big of a problem. I would say - for the money to quality ratio, this is the right choice!

I cant believe the quality of the sound that this mic produces. I'll be honest i bought this mic for its looks (its stunning by the way) but i was blown away by its performance I've always been an SM58 user and I'm sad to say I've i put it to rest for my 55. If your reading this your obviously thinking about it.... Do it you'll love it :-) There are a few bad reviews around but if you read them properly it sounds like people that A) don't have a clue what they are talking about and B) don't know how to use a PA properly... Body is good and solid too....
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As a rock musician, I’ve had the chance to use various microphones, but the Shure Super 55 has quickly become my go-to choice. From the moment I first used it, I was struck by its impressive clarity and warmth. The supercardioid pattern does a fantastic job of isolating my vocals from stage noise, which is crucial during high-energy performances.

The vintage design not only looks great but also feels incredibly durable, standing up to the rigors of live shows without missing a beat. The sound quality is exceptional—my vocals come through with a richness and presence that really enhances my performance. Whether I’m hitting high notes or delivering a gritty rock growl, the Super 55 handles it all with ease.

In short, the Shure Super 55 has become an indispensable part of my setup, offering the reliability and sonic excellence that every rock musician needs.