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    General Description

    The Shure SM10A is a low-impedance, unidirectional dynamic microphone designed for close-talk headworn applications such as remote-site sports broadcasting and corporate intercom systems. It is also ideal for singing drummers, keyboard artists, and other performers who need a headworn vocal microphone with superior noise rejection and a smooth, naturalsounding frequency response.

    The SM10A is very lightweight and is typically mounted on the supplied steel headband assembly. An adjustable pivot on the headband assembly allows the microphone boom to be moved 20° in any direction. The boom also slides out so the microphone can be positioned up to 89 mm (3 ½ in.) from the pivot housing. A supplied windscreen reduces wind noise and explosive breath sounds. A belt clip that fits over the XLR connector and attaches to the user’s belt or waistband provides cable strain relief.

    Features

    • Unidirectional cardioid pick-up pattern for excellent rejection of unwanted sound
    • Tailored frequency response specifically shaped for speech
    • Designed for close talk operation; ideal for use in noisy environments
    • Light weight headband minimizes user fatigue and does not interfere with eyeglasses
    • A clip fits over the XLR connector and attaches to the users belt or waistband, providing cable strain relief
    • Adjustable microphone boom with locking pivot can be moved 20 degrees in any direction and extends to 89mm (3 ½ in.)
    • Stainless steel aluminum and high-impact plastic construction resist wear and abuse
    • Shure quality, ruggedness and reliability

    Mounting the SM10A on the Headband

    1. Twist the lower headband arms 90° so they are perpendicular to the headband. As supplied, the retaining clip is positioned for left side operation.

      Note: For right side usage, remove the retaining clip and attach it to the other (unused) hole in the headband arm so the screw is at the top.

    2. Snap the microphone pivot housing into the retaining clip with the pivot adjustment knob upward and the microphone toward the front.
    3. Loosen the pivot adjustment knob and position the boom so that the microphone is near the side of the user's mouth. Then tighten the pivot adjustment knob.
    4. Place the assembled microphone on the user's head and pull the headband arms downward until they are just above the ears.
    5. Loosen the pivot adjustment knob and position the microphone as close as possible to the corner of the user’s mouth. Then tighten the adjustment knob.

      Important: Position the gooseneck so that the microphone grille (silver side) is within 25 mm (1 inch) of the right corner of the mouth. Do NOT position it directly in front of the mouth. This will eliminate explosive breath sounds ("pop").

    6. Snap the belt clip over the groove in the XLR connector at the end of the microphone wire. Then attach the clip to the a belt or waistband.
    7. Plug the microphone XLR connector into a microphone cable or preamplifier.

    SM10A Positioned For Left Side Operation

    Specifications 

    Type

    Dynamic (moving coil)

    Frequency Response

    50 to 15,000 Hz

    Polar Pattern

    Cardioid

    Output Impedance

    EIA rated at 150  Ω (223  Ω actual)

    Sensitivity

    at 1kHz, open circuit voltage

    -65  dBV/Pa (0.45  mV)[1]

    Polarity

    Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3

    Hum Pickup

    typical, at 60 Hz

    35.5  dB equivalent SPL in a 1millioersted field

    Connector

    Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male

    Case

    Black thermoplastic microphone and pivot housing, anodized aluminum end caps, stainless steel grille, and boom

    Weight

    Net 0.78  kg (0.17  lb)
    Packaged 0.95  kg (2.10  lb)

    Housing

    Black thermoplastic microphone and pivot housing, anodized aluminum end caps, stainless steel grille, and boom

    [1] 1 Pa = 94 dB SPL

    Typical Frequency Response

    Typical Polar Pattern

    Overall Dimensions

    Internal Connections

    Accessories

    Replacement Parts

    Belt Clip for SM10, SM11, SM12 and SM14

    RK200BC

    Gray Foam Windscreen for SM1, SM10, SM12, SM14

    RK184WS

    Microphone Cartridge

    R93

    Headband Assembly

    90A3997

    Retaining Clip

    53A1801A

    Certifications

    This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking.

    The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance

    Authorized European representative:

    Shure Europe GmbH

    Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa

    Department: EMEA Approval

    Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12

    75031 Eppingen, Germany

    Phone: 49-7262-92 49 0

    Fax: 49-7262-92 49 11 4

    Email: info@shure.de