Shure PGA48 Dynamic Microphone
INTRODUCTION
Professional-grade microphone with a highly durable design and construction that produces great sound is the PGA48 Dynamic Vocal Microphone. The PGA48 has an on/off switch, swivel adaptor, zipper pouch, and a choice of an XLR cable or a QTR (1/4″) connection, or it may be used without a cable, making it perfect for spoken word and karaoke performances.
GENERAL RULES FOR USE
- Do not cover any part of the microphone grille with your hand, as this will adversely affect microphone performance.
- Aim the microphone toward the desired sound source (such as the talker, singer, or instrument) and away from unwanted sources.
- Place the microphone as close as practical to the desired sound source.
- Work close to the microphone for extra bass response.
- Use only one microphone to pick up a single sound source.
- For better gain before feedback, use fewer microphones.
- Keep the distance between microphones at least three times the distance from each microphone to its source (“three to one rule”).
- Place microphones as far as possible from reflective surfaces.
- Add a windscreen when using the microphone outdoors.
- Avoid excessive handling to minimize pickup of mechanical noise and vibration.
PROXIMITY EFFECT
Directional microphones progressively boost bass frequencies as the microphone is placed in closer proximity to the source. This phenomenon, known as proximity effect, can be used to create a warmer, more powerful sound.
AVOIDING PICKUP OF UNWANTED SOUND SOURCES
Place the microphone so that unwanted sound sources, such as monitors and loudspeakers, are directly behind it. To minimize feedback and ensure optimum rejection of unwanted sound, always test microphone placement before a performance.
ON/OFF SWITCH
SPECIFICATIONS
- TYPE: Dynamic (moving coil)
- FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 70 to 15,000 Hz
- POLAR PATTERN: Cardioid
- OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: 600 Ω
- SENSITIVITY: at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage: -53.5 dB/Pa¹ (2.10 mV)
- POLARITY: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
- WEIGHT: 300 g (10.58 oz.)
- SWITCH: On/Off Switch
- CONNECTOR: Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
| Operating Temperature | -20° to 165°F (-29° to 74°C) |
| Relative Humidity | 0 to 95% |
1 Pa=94 dB SPL
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS
| Microphone Clip for SM58, SM57, SM87A, Beta 87A, Beta 87C, PGA57, PGA58, PGA48, PGA81 Microphone Clip for SM58, SM57, SM87A, Beta 87A, Beta 87C, PGA57, PGA58, PGA48, PGA81 | A25D |
| 5/8″ to 3/8″ Thread Adapter | 31A1856 |
| 7.6 m (25 ft.) Cable (XLR-XLR) | C25J |
| 25 foot (7.5m) Triple-Flex® Microphone XLR Cable with chrome connectors | C25F |
| PGA48 Replacement Grille | RPMP48G |
FAQs
I need a cable connector to connect this microphone to the machine. What do I need to buy?
You can order this mike with a XLR to XLR cable or a XLR to QTR cable. The difference between the XLR and the QTR terminal is the connector. The XLR is a 3 prom jack and the QTR is a 1/4″ jack, similar to the 1/8″ or 3.5mm jack you use in you cell phone or most of the stereos.
If this works with Xvive u3 wireless?
I plugged the Xvive u3 receiver into my Marshall acoustic amp and the transmitter into my Shure microphone.
What machine does this connect to?
A microphone connection.
Can you use this connected to Xvive u3 dynamic mic wireless system?
yes, absolutely!
Does this microphone take batteries?
No. It’s a wired microphone.
Confused as to which cable I need XLR-XLR or XLR-QTR. I am going to be plugging in to my fender acoustasonic amplifier. which one?
You could use either one. Your amp has combo XLR and 1/4″ jack(s). I would recommend XLR. Always better if you have an XLR jack available to use that over 1/4″ for mics. You can run longer cables without noise, etc.
Could this work with lightning to female xlr3m connector (for iPhone 10 YouTube recoding)?
I don’t know this mic model is garbage it never worked since I got it.
I need help! what shock mount and Macbook do I need for this mic?
I use XLR 3-Pin Female to 1/4” Mono or Stereo plug shielded mic cable card. You can find it on amazon or eBay.
Would this work for instrument music? Need 3 mics for instruments
Will pick up most frequently that make noise. However, if you are looking for better detail pro sound try one of their many specific microphones. This mic is a backup for a podcast.
I have a normal speaker system for house and bought a home karaoke machine and this microphone. Do I need to buy amplifier?
If your karaoke doesn’t have amplifier than you have buy amplifier for any microphone to work.
Will this work fine with an XLR to XLR cable into an audio mixer?
Yes. That is the absolute ideal connection.
