Shure SM33 Instruction manual

Model SM33
The Model SM33 is a compact and rugged uni-
directional ribbon microphone combining wide range
response and a Super-Cardioid directional pattern.
This polar pattern is somewhat
more directional than
the conventional cardioid, providing excellent control
of unwanted surrounding noise and reverberation. The
performance characteristics are ideal for studio use
in broadcasting and recording and for critical sound
reinforcement applications.
The Model SM33 features:
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Unusually effective Super - Cardioid pickup
characteristic minimizes effects of studio acous-
tics and background noise.
Warm, smooth sound from wide frequency re-
sponse range. Well suited to both voice and
music.
Low frequency response characteristic adjust-
able by means of a Response Selector Switch.
Built-in shock mount for quiet operation.
Rugged mechanical design and internal ribbon
protection assure reliable operation under se-
vere conditions of use.
SPECIFICATIONS
Type: Ribbon.
Frequency Response: 40 to 15,000 Hz. Low
Frequency Response Selector. See Figure A.
Polar Pattern: Super-Cardioid (Unidirectional)
Response. See Figure D.
Impedance: Dual. Choice of 30-50 ohms or
150-250 ohms. (Connected for 150-250 ohms when
shipped). See paragraph on impedance changing.
Output Level: 1,000 HZ. response
Model SM33 30-50 ohms
Open circuit voltage......
- 85.0 db* (0.056 mv)
Power level......................
- 57.5 db**
EIA Microphone Rating
Gm (sensitivity)....
- 150.5 db***
Model SM33 150-250 ohms
Open circuit voltage...
- 76.5 db* (0.149 mv)
Power level.....................
- 58.0 db**
EIA Microphone Rating
Gm (sensitivity)
.... - 148.0 db***
* 0 db =1 volt per microbar
** 0 db =1 milliwatt with 10 microbars
*** 0 db = EIA Standard SE-105, August 1949
Connector: Equipped with professional three-pin
female audio connector in
microphone.†
†Designed to mate with Cannon XL series, Switchcraft A3
(Q.G.) series or equivalent connector.
Cable: 20 foot (6.1 m.) 2-conductor shielded
broadcast type equipped on microphone end with
professional three-pin female audio-connector.†
Case: Die-cast zinc.
Finish: Textured light and dark gray enamel.
Swivel: Self adjusting lifetime swivel permits tilting
the head 45º foward and 70º backward.
Shock Mount: Special live rubber vibration-
isolation unit.
Stand Thread: 5/8” -27 thread.
Stand Couplers: Adapter for 1/2” pipe thread
or 5/8” -24 thread available upon request at no extra
charge.
Dimensions: See Figure C.
Net Weight less Cable: 1pound 10 ounces
(736 grams)
Shipping Weight: 3 1/4 Pounds (1474 grams)
Instructions for changing to 30-50 ohm
impedance: See Figures B and C.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Remove the set screw (#2-56) at the receptacle
end of the microphone.
Pull out the
3-prong insert from the receptacle.
Disconnect the BLACK lead from pin number 3.
Solder the BLUE lead to pin number 3.
Insulate end of the BLACK lead with tape.
Re-assemble insert into receptacle and tighten
set screw.
Guarantee: Each microphone is guaranteed to be
free from electrical and mechanical defects for a
period of one year from date of shipment from facto-
ry, provided all instructions are complied with fully.
In case of damage, return the microphone to the
factory for repairs. Our guarantee is voided if the
microphone case is opened.

FIGURE A
INTERNAL CONNECTIONS
FIGURE B
(34.; mm,
OVER-ALL
(52.4 mm)
DIMENSIONS
POLAR PATTERN
FIGURE D
ARCHITECT’S SPECIFICATIONS
The microphone shall be Shure Model SM33 or
equivalent. A moving ribbon type microphone with
a frequency range of 40 to 15,000 Hz., this unit shall
have
a unidirectional horizontal polar characteristic.
The microphone shall have impedances of 30-50 ohms
and 150-250 ohms. The microphone output shall be:
30-50 ohms impedance
........-57.5 db
(0 db = I milliwatt with IO microbarr)
150-250 ohms
.....................................................-58.0 db
(0 db = 1 milliwatt with IO microbars)
The microphone rating Gm (sensitivity) at 1,000 Hz.
shall be within
± 3 db of the following levels:
30-50 ohms ........................
- 150.5 db
150-250 ohms ............ ...- 148.0
db
EIA Standard SE-105, August, 1949
The microphone shall be provided with
a swivel
adjustable from
45º forward and 70° backward. The
microphone shall be equipped with a vibration isola-
tion unit in combination
with the stand connector,
and it shall have
a detachable Cannon cable con-
nector capable of connecting to a two-conductor
shielded cable.
The microphone will mount on
a stand having
5/8" -27 thread. The over-all dimensions shall be
7
61/64” (202.0 mm) in height, 1 3/8" (34.9 mm) in
width, and 2
1/16" (52.4 mm) in depth.
FIGURE C