Shure SM48 Review
Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
- High-Quality Live Vocal Microphone
- Built-In Pop Filter
- Internal Shockmount
- Includes Storage Pouch and Mic Clip
- Frequency Response: 55 Hz to 14 kHz
- Dynamic Cardioid
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 65,064 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Shure SM48. 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 SM48. For example, 87% of 13,854 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Shure SM48 have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
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Superior for the money
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by 'Vid on Guitar Center
I bought a Shure SMS48 back in the '90's and it has proven itself an ideal performer for nearly TWO DECADES. My backing vocals sound clean, natural and loud, and I don't have to sweat getting an expensive mic lost or stolen. It's nearly half the price of a 58 and delivers 9/10ths of the performance. I'll admit 58's have a little something extra, but I detect very little difference between the two IMHO. For my harmonies and honky tonk stage chatter, the 48 is a perfect mic for the road. Thanks to Shure for another great product.
cheap and useful
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Doogie on Guitar Center
Not as good as SM58, but if you need a cheap durable mic this is the best. I bought it for spoken word applications, it works fine for this but I don't plan on doing any serious vocal work. Get the SM58 if you can for a good all purpose mic. But if you know you only need it for speech, then save the money and buy the SM48.
Great for drummer/singer!!!!!!
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Lucas Pike on Guitar Center
My band purchased this mic a little under a month ago and i love it the sensitivity is perfect for a drummer/singer like my self the sentive mic allows me to sit a good distance away and still be picked up loud and clear so the mic dosent mess with my drumming... the down side is that also due to the sensitivity it squells if your (screamer) vocalist holds it around the top as i'v noticed most of them do but thats why i use it.
Outstanding Performance at an Unbelievable Price
Shure SM48-LC Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by L. A. Radio Guy on B&H Photo Video
I read the reviews and recommendations on the legendary Sure SM58, but didn't really need to buy another mic. I have an AKG, an MXL and a Samson at home, and I work with the Sennheiser 421, EV RE-20 and Heil mics at work. But I saw the B & H price on this, and decided to give it a whirl. WOW.. seriously? Less than $35 for a mic of this quality? Unbelievably good deal! This little Sure SM48 sounds so good, crisp, clean.. blows the Heil and the EV RE-20 out of the water, even sounds better than the Sennheiser! I do a slight EQ contour to shift the bass energy a little lower, with a -1.5db dip @ 378Hz, and a 2db bump around 90 Hz, a little bump at 900 for presence.. and this sounds perfect every time! I don't have to wrestle with that bass tip-up that you always get with the condensers like the AKG and the MXL. For pure voice stuff, this one is a gem. I'll grab it first now before messing with the other mics.. this is a more direct line to getting a great result without the intermediate adjustment stops the other mics need. The RE-20 is retired now. I won't even use it with the SM48 to choose from. I use this for VO work, mostly with commercial spots at a major market radio station. Totally recommend this mic. At this price? A no brainer! Bargain of the century. ... More
Better than nothing...
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Aaron Mevis on Guitar Center
I got a great sale price on the SM48-LC in-store, but it's still barely worth it. The sound is extremely dull, even with a nice preamp (unusable with my interface's low-quality preamp). Needs heavy EQ to brighten the sound. The mic feels durable. It's heavy steel and well-put together like anything I'd expect from Shure. Looks sexy. I liked the accessories it came with: nice mic clip, cable tie and mic pouch. Save your money and buy an SM58. They're that much better than this.
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Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Matilde on Guitar Center
I purchased this mic and it is great. I use it to sing in my church choir and for rehearsals, if you are looking for a product that will get the job done and save money this is the one to buy. God bless.
A Good Shure Microphone
Shure SM48-LC Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by John on B&H Photo Video
I needed 3 wired mics quickly and knew B&H could get them to me quickly. The question I had for myself was whether to buy Shure's SM58 known world wide for having an excellent reputation or the lesser priced SM48. Trusting Shure to not make a bad product, I bought 3 SM48s and had them by Christmas Eve for the worship service. I used all three in the service 1 for flute, 1 for clarinett, and one for piano. The sound was very good and the recording was the revelation of how good these mics really are. They sound terrific!
Awesome for the money
Shure SM48-LC Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Spot on B&H Photo Video
Picked up a couple of these for practice in my studio for the band. Ok, so I didn't wanna spring for the SM58 so I got these. Hooked these up through an Allen & Heath ZED board running EV ELX112P Speakers and a DriveRack PX. I'll have to say for the money and a small practice space there is no difference in the 48 and 58. I would have given 5 stars but it not the 58 and certainly not the Beta 58. Still, rugged as the 58 for sure. Didn't like the mic clip that Shure sent with it as it grabs the mic at the end of it rather than somewhere in the middle. Overall a great performer and B&H has it priced right. ... More
Just like an SM58... except the price
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Cody on Guitar Center
Good budget performance mic. I did a side-by-side and couldn't tell the difference between this and an SM58 as a vocal mic. If you're already thinking about the SM58, consider this as a viable alternative.
Pretty good... needs a preamp
Shure SM48-LC
Reviewed by Kirk H. on Reverb
These are basically just SHURE SM58 mics with the internal transformer left out to lower the price...lack of the 'former makes them a little weak sounding BUT if you run 'em thru a preamp (M-audio DMP or Symetrix sx202 preamps can be had cheaply), these are fine for vocals, snare drum, elec guitar cabs. I kinda like 'em. I have been able to pick them up for about $30 consistently, and they do not seem to have the "counterfeit" issues that plague SM58 purchases. Try one (with a preamp).
Yes great product great price
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by SlamJam on Guitar Center
Excellent for emcee, karaoke and even professional singing
Great Value
Shure SM48-LC Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Reed Hewitt on B&H Photo Video
My first shoot with this mic was an outdoor event in 30-40 mile per hour winds with loud music blaring on a P.A. system. I put a cheap foam windscreen on and the SM48 performed beautifully. It picked up almost no wind noise, no handling noise, and it did a great job rejecting off-axis sound. The audio quality in general is quite good, and the price is right!
Quality and affordable
Shure SM48-LC Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Vincent on B&H Photo Video
I purchased this microphone for rehearsals but might end up using for live shows as well. The quality from this mic is outstanding. I have a wireless sm58 as well, but wanted something that I didn't mind getting dinged up. If you're looking for something affordable with quality, then this mic is the one to go for. Although the bigger brother sm58 May have a little edge over the sm48, but not much at all.
Great Mic at Great Price
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Russ on Guitar Center
Great mics at a great price. I'm only rating a 4 because I prefer an on/off switch on the actual mic (altho' I realize not everyone wants/needs that option.
Great bang for the bucks
Shure SM48-LC Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by Duan on B&H Photo Video
It's not as full as my sm58 but for half the price, it's worth getting a few more. I use it for live streaming and karaoke. All 3 works great. You might need to get the pop shield to prevent the extra pops from some singers though. My friends are loving my set up with these and they're asking to get them set up with these mics as well. It's worth mentioning that you should get the switch version for these applications.
Excellent mic at an excellent price!
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by DJ Xolani on Guitar Center
I have been buying these mics for years, and I will continue to buy them for my production company. I use them for quite a few different operations. When you need to get a bunch of mics for your production inventory, it's always good to catch these on sale. Not quite the same is the SM58, but the difference is not really noticeable, unless you are using both at the same time.
For the price along, I would purchase this mic again.
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by The Bishop on Guitar Center
I used these mics in my church for my praise team. Although they are not the Shure SM58, these mics sound great and for the Musiciansfriends stupid deal of the day (about $39) it was an offer I couldn't refuse. I would recommend this mic to my friends.
Quality product
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by David on Guitar Center
I got two of these during a sale to use as vocal mics when the band plays live shows. They are every bit as sturdy as a Sure SM58 and I couldn't tell any difference in sound quality. If you can get them on sale then they are an incredible value and "best in class" I would say.
Wow... Awesome Mic for the money...
Shure SM48-LC Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by threekidnuthouse on B&H Photo Video
I can spend more but it isn't going yo make me a better singer. I needed a mic for back-up vocal in my rock band. I replace a no name mic that was flat in the mix. I plugged in this mic and it immediately made a difference in our band vocal sound. This mic is heavyduty. I am impressed... I highly recommend...
Great Mic for price
Shure SM48 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Reviewed by george on Guitar Center
I bought 2 for my gigs with berhinger mixer and harbinger tower and with the right settings these things are as good as the 58's. I know my friend has the 58s on the same setup.
