Shure SM11 & SM11-CN Review
Lavalier Microphone
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 1,906 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Shure SM11 & SM11-CN. 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 SM11 & SM11-CN. For example, 60% of 49 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Shure SM11 & SM11-CN have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
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musical instrument use
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Joel on B&H Photo Video
I am using this lav mic to amplify a 5 string banjo. I had been using a generic electret battery driven lav mic (think radio shack) for that purpose, replacing the mini-plug with a female 1/4 inch, then using a standard guitar cord, plugging into a Baggs Para DI, then into the board of the sound system with an xlr mic line. That was OK, but I had lots of thin wire to coil, a fragile battery pod and the nusiance of dead watch batteries if I forgot to switch the thing off. The SM11 of course needs no batteries and the wiring is much more robust than the cheap lav mic. I can go direct into a mixing board and the sound is quite nice. The banjo doesn't really need a lot of high end amplification, and doesn't produce deep lows -- all of which the dynamic mic doesn't pick up. So the result is a nice warm sound, and much more full-spectrum than the electret mic to my ear. Probably because the diaphragm is larger, I guess. I don't need to hide this rather large (thumb size)lav canister in clothing, like a video person would. It rides in the backside of the banjo. The included tie clip worked fine, clipped to a little jig I sometimes use. But instead I wrapped the body in some dense memory foam, and made my own mount that also acts as a tone regulator behind the head -- it's an open-back banjo thing. Looks like this product is robust and should work for years. Works fine going straight into the mixing board. But when I run it through the Baggs Para DI (which is a preamp as well as a DI) I have to use a transformer to change the signal to HI-Z for the 1/4 inch input. Then the output from the Bagg's male xlr (lo-z again) is too hot for the mixing board, so I use a 20db attenuator between the DI out and the board mic-line in. Works fine that way. ... More
Combat and durable
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Ariel Garcia on B&H Photo Video
I use them for interviews in the field. Work very well and are really durable. I have another pair of these for 4 years and still in perfect condition. If you care you will have microphones for long. I am no specialist in sound, but for interviews work very well. Clear audio without noise. I never had never interference problems, recording in many circumstances. Do not require batteries and is XLR connector. If you buy a kit sony wireless base can connect to wireless handheld mic and you have another wireless mic tie for little money. The only flaw I could point out is that they are a little big, if you're looking for discretion or want to hide. I put 4 stars because there are microphones with better sound quality, but for journalistic purposes would put 5 stars because it is really very good fighter. ... More
Excellent Lav mic
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Drome McKauliff on B&H Photo Video
I've used a lot of lav mics, from the $25 range to the $250 range. I got this mic in a package with some other equipment, and have been blown away at its professional sound. The signal-to-noise ratio is awesome, the sound is clear and the design is rugged. The only downside is that the mic itself is fairly large, and doesn't hide as well when clipped to the talent.
I own 5 of them, and I love it..... A+++
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Lance on B&H Photo Video
I have 5 of these. I have recommended them to other performers. I use them on my banjos. The are incredible, I use a tywrap and fix it to a tension hook on the outside of the banjo facing down into a sound hole. It has a great sound, I have used it for years, from a small pa, to onstage for a large audience. It always performs well. I have also used it for recording along with the front mic. With Banjo, when you move off axis it changes the tone, but with this, mic, you have no problem with that. The sound is always consistant. Well Done Shure. ... More
Reliable and Sturdy
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by AEI Concepts on B&H Photo Video
I've been using an SM-11 since my first run at video production several years ago and recently acquired a second one for it's price and durability. It does record levels a bit lower than other high quality wired lav's. But have always relied on this mic for not picking up too much background and being good at handling itself without too much noise from wires moving, and the like. It's also on the large size, so you'll have to work with it on a subject a bit more. But it's worth it.
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Good for strong speakers
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Chuck on B&H Photo Video
These are good in a room with background noise and a strong speaker. The small mic will not pick up as much background noise as a more sensitive one. Though if the speaker is soft spoken and HVAC noise is in the background the sound may be muffled. Good to have different mics for different surroundings.
Complete Disappointment
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Mesh Omnimedia on B&H Photo Video
Do yourself a favor and definitely DO NOT buy this microphone. Because it is a dynamic with such a small magnet (even though it is gigantic for a lavaliere) it has an abysmal signal-to-noise ratio. You will hate yourself when you get into editing due to the terrible cable noise and low output. I am shocked that a company as reputable as Shure has even released such a bush-league product, and as I'm looking at upgrading this microphone I'm no longer even considering Shure products any more.
Good Quality Lavalier Microphone
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
Needed a small, quality microphone for Documentary video shoot. Sound quality is excellent and reception of radios works well. Have only just received product and not put it to full use, but early tests seem to go well.
Good not great
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Heather on B&H Photo Video
Wanted a lav for to record audio of field intevews but not have to hold a mic or recorder to keep hands free for paper work. Becuase it's a dynamic mic, I expected a lower level, but the levels are fairly good. It is great under breezy conditions without a windscreeen. Biggest drawback is a slight hum but easy to EQ and deal with.
Excellant
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Stece on B&H Photo Video
I use these for recording depositions. For the price you can't beat the price.
Excellent For Recording Interviews
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by David on B&H Photo Video
I bought this mic to use when recording personal histories to CD. It's small, easy to attach, and has excellent sound quality$The omni directional pick-up pattern insures that the talent will sound great even if they turn their head when speaking as untrained people are apt to do.
Basic and Reliable!
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
We needed to add two more lavalier mics for a religious talk show environment for local cable broadcast. No need for wireless; we already have a couple of AT condensor lavs, which are fine but delicate, and folks constantly run the batteries down, etc. We got these almost overnite from B&H (the only vendor where I could find these venerable mics!). They simply work as promised.
Good sturdy lav mic at a low price
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Robert on B&H Photo Video
Exactly what the description said it would be. It's about twice the size of an ECM-50, but it has excellent sound quality for lower level productions. Seems fairly rugged and requires no batteries. Use it for church shoots.
Very good mic for the price
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Timothy on B&H Photo Video
Audio sounds very clear. Wish supplied cable was a bit longer but other than that a really good product and great value.
Smooth Operator
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Buurma on B&H Photo Video
We've been using this wired lapel mic for video work and it does a fantastic job capturing the human voice without other ambient noises. The microphone is very accurate, but on the quiet side, so the levels need to be boosted to get a good signal.
Great Mic for the price
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
I am using this mic for personal history videos. It works great! Nice price for the features. High quality. I would definately recommend this mic to others.
Great Little Mic!
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Mars Media on B&H Photo Video
I have used this mic countless times for interviews but it has also been used for live lectures as well. I like that there are no batteries to change, the mic is rugged, and has proven to be be a trooper after being handled by 100's of different clients over the past 10 years.
They are huge! but work really well.
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Teagan on B&H Photo Video
I use them as normal lav mics for video productions and they sound great. its very hard to hide.
Great Mic - A staple in our studio
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by Hodgysan on B&H Photo Video
We use these mice in our HS TV facility. It takes a beating, and keeps working. Sounds great, and an excellent value.
Go Wired
Shure SM11-CN Lavalier Microphone
Reviewed by -Kevin on B&H Photo Video
I personally would much rather shoot with a wired lav, it just cuts down the issues with wireless. This is a good entry level pro lav. It's a tad on the big side, but really sounds great.
