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Post by lowtone on Jun 10, 2009 8:45:39 GMT -8
???I have had this Shure Model 5855A for over 25 years and it still works. However, it takes the volume control to be turned way up to power this microphone. I believe it needs to be either serviced or retired. Does anyone know an inexpensive repair facility in the Sacramento area or have any recommendations? I really don't want to more than it's worth to fix, but it seems that a similar one with off/on switch and cable is about $150.00. I'm getting back into playing music (bass player) and am trying to get all my equipment in order. Anyway, thanks for any and all help.  |
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Post by nickyn99 on Jun 10, 2009 9:50:57 GMT -8
???I have had this Shure Model 5855A for over 25 years and it still works. However, it takes the volume control to be turned way up to power this microphone. I believe it needs to be either serviced or retired. Does anyone know an inexpensive repair facility in the Sacramento area or have any recommendations? I really don't want to more than it's worth to fix, but it seems that a similar one with off/on switch and cable is about $150.00. I'm getting back into playing music (bass player) and am trying to get all my equipment in order. Anyway, thanks for any and all help. Hello Lowtone - I am guessing you will be singing thru the mic? Personally, if you will be gigging alot and using it for singing I would buy a SM58 or better yet get the Beta 58. It will save ya lots of headaches in the long run and they are both industry standards. Some clubs (very few) have house PA's and they usually supply mic's but never a bad idea to bring your own. You can get a SM58 for $100.00. I bought a Beta 58 with stand and cable off of Ebay for $160.00 brand new, shipping included. cgi.ebay.com/Shure-BETA-58A-Vocal-Mic-BETA58A-58-BETA58_W0QQitemZ390057901436QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5ad1433d7c&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A12|66%3A2|39%3A1|72%3A1234|240%3A1318|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50 |
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Post by lowtone on Jun 11, 2009 7:04:54 GMT -8
Thanks for the information. I guess I will just bite the bullet and buy a new Microphone.
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Dr. Blues
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When he dies they'll say, "He couldn't play shit, but he sure sounded good!"
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Post by Dr. Blues on Jun 11, 2009 9:31:00 GMT -8
I've had a Shure 585SAV (the "V" = volume control) for over 40 years. If you play harp it's good for the James Cotton tone. I've tried the new models and they're not the same. For vocals, new ones are probably fine. I ran in to a situation when I switched amps, and mine didn't project well through the new amp. So, immediately, the element/cartridge was the suspect. If you like the mic, do some checking, e.g., ebay, electronics suppliers, etc. and search for a Shure R85 dynamic cartridge.
It must have been known that these would need to be replaced (not that they told me in 1967) because the description from the Shure data sheet states, "...a replaceable microphone cartridge that is easy to change in the field." Good luck.
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Post by lowtone on Jun 16, 2009 15:47:20 GMT -8
Thanks Doc. By the way, I have thought about sending you a note about playing the "Chicago" blues. So, I guess now is as good as time as any. I play bass, have my own equipment, transportation, and would be interested in playing with you sometime. Let me know if and when it is good for you. You never know......
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