Vintage 1970's Shure PE588 / 588SA dynamic cardioid microphone High Z w accessories SM58 # 3

Hello and welcome to The House of Chrome. You are looking at a 1970's era Shure Brothers 588SA (same as the PE588) Dynamic cardioid microphone with the High impedance setting giving it a very mid range tone with just a touch of bass but far less than a low impedance mic such as the Shure SM-58 model. This microphone is great for vocals / general broadcasting and singing as it was intended. If you have a deep voice like myself then this will actually work very well for you. The mic is a bit dirtier in nature as far as the tone goes. This PE588 has a strong, clear signal despite being over 40 + years old and comes with the older Shure mic clip and original cable shown. One of the nicer examples I have ever come across as well. Pic # 2 is from an older Shure advertisement showing the mics basic specs. Shure sold the 588 series mic in both Hi Z and Low Z. If you prefer a Low Z 588 mic then the 588SB is the way to go and you'll get much more bass from the tone of that model mic. This is a very underrated and obscure Shure model mic that is very affordable and has that classic mid-century vibe. It should be noted however that these mics are pretty hit and miss as most were used hard over the years. They aren't as rugged as the SM-58 model so if you see a PE588 or 588SA with a severely dented front screen be wary as quite a few of these out there no longer work or barely. This mic was very well taken care and used gently over the decades. It works like brand new and has been thoroughly gone over. It will not disappoint. So this mic comes with an original 20 foot that will allow you to use the mic. You have to use the mic cable provided. The reason being is that the mic was factory set at high Z and both the mic and cable have a unique inner hi Z wire setting. You can't just use any longer XLR cable to operate the mic with. You have to use the cable provided. If you try to use a regular XLR cable on the mic...the mic won't work. It's just the way Shure wired the mic. Usually on an XLR cable the # 2 pin is the hot wire but not on these Hi Z mics. Just a heads up. Pic # 3 is of a Shure 588SA or SB I sold years ago. That actual mic in pic # 3 was actually used on the set of The Joker movie. It was used in the stand up comedy club scenes that takes place a few time throughout the movie. The 588SA is an all metal design with a beautiful satin chrome finish giving the mic serious bling factor. Overall I would rate this mic a conservative 9 + on a scale of 1 - 10 in the cosmetic department but I would recommend actually using this piece rather than for display. She's got plenty of life left in her. Made right here in America and built to last! The satin chrome finish on this example shows virtually no signs of wear and has a gorgeous luster. The Shure logo that encircles the bottom of the globe looks excellent as well. The XLR pins on the mic have been cleaned to ensure a perfect signal when the short cable is attached. A newer foam insert was installed inside the globe (pop filter) and looks very nice helping with the overall characteristics. The chrome globe looks great with zero dents or tarnish. This mic has never been dropped. These early 60's and 70's era dynamic cardioid mics are often better than the mics being made today because of the higher quality control and materials used. It's pretty hard to beat the sound of these Shure microphones. This 588SA does have some weight to it. It's a heavier stick mic and built like a tank. The on / off switch slides smooth and works perfectly with zero issues. The older Shure mic clip works very well for this mic. The clip will screw onto any desk or floor stand and has a wide degree of tilt up and down. The clip shows almost no wear but there is a very lite engraving on one side. This mic is ready to go. MICROPHONE STAND IS NOT PART OF THIS SALE...FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY. As with all my vintage microphone and related items... I can promise you will be happy with it for the price paid. If not...I have a no hassle return policy. The shipping will be on you as I believe that's fair but the purchase price would be refunded. Simply return in the same nice condition...period. Check my rating. International buyers are welcome as well. Buyer must pay within 24 hours or an unpaid case will be opened and the item will be immediately relisted. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping. If you have any questions feel free to ask and...thanks for looking.