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Vintage 1980's Shure 579SB dynamic microphone Low Z with accessories satin chrome 575S 540S # 1

Vintage 1980's Shure 579SB dynamic microphone Low Z with accessories satin chrome 575S 540S # 1

£99
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The House of Chrome

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First Seen
28 September 2026
Last Seen
10 November 2026
Times Seen
33

About this listing

Vintage 1980's Shure 579SB dynamic microphone Low Z with accessories satin chrome 575S 540S # 1 is a used item in mint condition, listed on Reverb. The asking price is £99. It is offered by The House of Chrome through Reverb. It is in our Microphones category. Used Gear Hunter first saw this listing on 28 September 2026 and last saw it on 10 November 2026. It has been seen 33 times in our scans. Prices are converted from the seller's currency when we scan the listing, so the amount you pay may differ slightly. The seller sets shipping, and import duty or VAT may apply, so check the final cost and the item's details on Reverb before buying.

From the seller

Hello and welcome to The House of Chrome. You are looking at a unique, quality 1980's era Shure dynamic microphone that comes with it's original box and mic clip. This is the 579SB model microphone which has dual Z depending on which type of cable you use. These were affordable and very rugged mics with a tone that is comparable to the E.V 635A. It's omni directional as well. Very much a mid range sound in nature. Pic # 2 shows this very model in an old 1970's Shure catalog along with a few other omni-directional mics of that time. The 579SB mic was made for about 20 years and I believe it replaced the 575S model which was much cheaper in appearance and construction. The earlier 575S was a plastic mic with a rugged dynamic element. Shure also made the 575SB model which like the 579SB was a low impedance setting. The 579SB utilizes the same element but the mic was of higher quality construction with a metal handle and a cleaner, more practical design. The signal strength on this 579SB is like new and absolutely no issues! This is the last 2nd gen 579SB made in Mexico just before the series was discontinued. The only design flaw on this model was that the inner foam pop filter under the front screen is not accessible as the front screen as the front screen was glued to the plastic bezel. The old foam starts to deteriorate from decades of use and it's almost impossible to replace the foam underneath the front screen as it's glued securely in place. The good news is that the inner foam pop filter on this mic is still in great condition and should last for many years to come. You can always put an exterior foam pop filter over the front grill but for now this mic is fine. The 579SB is a very lite weight, smaller dynamic microphone that's 6 1/2 inches long X 1 1/2 wide at the tip. The 579 series has a very modern and classy look when it was designed. As you can see in the pictures provided there are virtually no signs of wear on the handle or head of the mic. The Shure logo that encircles the mic shows no wear and completely legible. The plastic bezel has no wear. No tarnish or dents on the front grill. This mic is a real gem and they very rarely come this nice. The mic comes with the on / off switches that works as it should. No issues. I would rate the cosmetic condition of one a true 9 +++ on a scale of 1 - 10. Please let the pics be your guide. This mics takes a standard XLR cable which is not included. The mic comes with Shure Brother A57E model mic clips that grip these mics firmly and in excellent condition. The clip provides a wide degree of tilt up and down and will screw onto any desk or floor stand. The original Shure case / box is included and in very good overall physical condition with typical lite wear. It's a great place to store the items. It still has the inner foam pads to keep everything safe and snug. There's more than enough room inside for any cable you wish to use. If you need an excellent mic for general broadcasting then you'll really appreciate the 579SB to get the job done. MICROPHONE STAND SHOWN IS NOT PART OF THIS SALE...USED FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY. And as always... I can promise you will be happy with it for the price paid. If not...I have a no hassle return policy. The return 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 will lose rights to this item, unpaid item report will be filed and will be relisted. If you don't intend on buying this...do not commit to buy please. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping. If you have any questions feel free to ask and...thanks for looking.