Classic appearance, modern performance Frequency response tailored for speech, vocals and instrumental music Cardioid directional pattern for optimum performance in adverse acoustic environments Shock-mounted cartridge minimizes stand-transmitted noise, ensures quiet operation Rugged die cast casing for reliability under rigorous conditions Self-tensioning swivel mount, permits tilting through 45 degrees forward and 80 degrees backward If you want to capture a classic look, you need the gear to match the genre. Nothing completes the style quite like the 55SH Series II, a microphone that has been gripped by legends for decades. Others may imitate, but none can duplicate the form and function standards Shure has held from our first Unidyne mic to our latest.